85 m. ago Philippines votes in midterm polls that could seal Sara Duterte’s fate

A bitter feud between political dynasties is playing out at the ballot box, with the Senate’s make-up set to decide the vice-president’s future.

Politics

6 h. ago Philippines’ detained Duterte expected to win Davao mayor race from ICC custody

The incarcerated ex-president is tipped to reclaim his mayoral seat in Monday’s midterm elections, while his allies fight for Senate control.

Politics

15 h. ago Russia’s Loss Is China’s Gain! Beijing Captures Central Asian Arms Market Amid Putin’s Focus On Ukraine: OPED

Russia’s Loss Is China’s Gain! Beijing Captures Central Asian Arms Market Amid Putin’s Focus On Ukraine: OPED  EurAsian Times

Economics

40 h. ago Marcos touts Philippines economic gains ahead of midterm election

The president also repeated his pledge to defend Philippine territory, as his government contends with lingering tensions with Beijing.

Economics

54 h. ago No ‘radical changes’ from Australia as Albanese looks to shore up alliances

Canberra expected to continue managing close US relationship as it leans towards boosting ties with Southeast Asia, analysts note.

Politics

4 d. ago Philippines badly needs more Catholic priests. Could a Filipino pope boost clergy ranks?

‘A pope speaking Filipino, plain Filipino, talking to you like he’s talking to you directly it will be an inspiration,’ a seminarian says.

Politics

5 d. ago Singaporean man faces death penalty in Malaysia on drug charges

Tan Ban Choon is accused of possessing and trafficking over 10kg of drugs at a flat in Johor.

Events

5 d. ago Blackpink’s Lisa stirs outrage with Met Gala lingerie that appears to show Rosa Parks’ face

Social media users slammed the K-pop star, calling her look ‘highly distasteful’.

Politics

5 d. ago Indonesian bus crash claims 12 lives, including 2 children, after apparent brake failure

The bus sped out of control on a downhill road and overturned after the brakes apparently malfunctioned in Indonesia’s West Sumatra province.

Events

6 d. ago From Imus to pope? Filipino Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle’s hometown reflects on his journey

Luis Antonio Tagle began his career in Imus, where residents have fond memories of the cardinal with a 3 to 1 shot at becoming the next pope.

Politics

6 d. ago Singapore’s opposition, Filipino in running for pope, India vs Pakistan: 7 Asia highlights

From a Filipino tipped to be pope to Indians rethinking their US study plans, here are a few highlights from SCMP’s recent Asia reporting.

Politics

6 d. ago Singapore ministers Ong Ye Kung, Chee Hong Tat deny dealings with criminal Su Haijin

Photos circulated online showed the ministers at dinners with Su Haijin, who was later convicted in a massive money laundering case.

Politics

6 d. ago Philippine warship sinks prematurely, scuppering its use for Balikatan target practice

The 80-year-old BRP Miguel Malvar was supposed to be a target ship in the US-Philippines Balikatan drills – until it started taking on water.

Events

6 d. ago Philippines confronts Chinese ship’s ‘unlawful activities’ amid South China Sea tensions

Manila deployed a coastguard vessel and aircraft to challenge a Chinese research ship conducting illegal activities in its waters last week, the Philippines coastguard said.

Events

7 d. ago China rail link in Malaysia’s sights as Bangkok cargo route gets go

A direct service to Thailand set to begin operations this year would improve connectivity to China, Laos and Central Asia, officials said.

Transport

8 d. ago Philippine bishops defend Cardinal Tagle over pastoral sexual abuse concerns

Ahead of a papal conclave, a watchdog group has warned that front runners Tagle and Parolin cannot be relied on to protect children.

Events

8 d. ago The end of ‘Chimerica’ and what that means for Southeast Asia

The breakdown of US-China economic symbiosis leaves Southeast Asian nations bracing for unpredictable shocks.

Politics

8 d. ago Indonesian clove farmers’ hopes wither as climate change hits hard

Erratic rainfall is affecting yields as flowers can be harvested only in a small window that depends heavily on the weather.

Society

9 d. ago Indonesia emerges as new hub for Chinese solar firms amid Trump’s tariffs on Southeast Asia

Indonesia is now appealing to companies seeking to relocate operations due to high US tariffs on Chinese solar firms in Southeast Asia.

Politics

1 week ago Indebted Malaysian man tells loan sharks to burn mum’s house, kidnap her grandchild

The woman said her gambling-addicted son asked the lenders to scare her into paying his debts after she cut all ties with him.

Events