3 h. ago 'Rabbits sometimes make mistakes or grow lazy. That's when the tortoise seizes its chance': Chinese scientists make nuclear power breakthrough using abandoned US research

'Rabbits sometimes make mistakes or grow lazy. That's when the tortoise seizes its chance': Chinese scientists make nuclear power breakthrough using abandoned US research  Live Science

Events

6 h. ago Chinese Carmaker BAIC Blames “BEIJING” Emblem for Poor Sales in Indonesia

Chinese Carmaker BAIC Blames “BEIJING” Emblem for Poor Sales in Indonesia  Jakarta Globe

Politics

7 h. ago Chinese and American analysts find common ground amid Trump’s chaos

At an event in Hong Kong, observers largely agree that US president’s unpredictability and ‘America first’ doctrine have intensified rivalry.

Politics

7 h. ago Chinese biotech giant WuXi AppTec reports strong US revenue despite Washington scrutiny

The company, which has been targeted by Washington, saw US revenue jump 28 per cent in the first quarter, compared with 21 per cent globally.

Politics

8 h. ago Retired Hong Kong Cardinal Joseph Zen stresses unity ahead of conclave for pope

Zen left Hong Kong last Wednesday for funeral after local court temporarily granted return of passport.

Politics

8 h. ago ‘Don’t come here’: Warning from the frontlines to Chinese nationals thinking of fighting for Russia

‘Don’t come here’: Warning from the frontlines to Chinese nationals thinking of fighting for Russia  CNN

Events

8 h. ago Malta’s ‘golden passports’ ruled illegal by EU court, as Trump woos wealthy investors to US

The European Court of Justice ruled that an EU nation cannot grant nationality or citizenship for payments or investments, as it would commercialise the process.

Economics

8 h. ago Air Busan passenger detained by Chinese police after latest emergency door scare

South Korean airlines have been urged to enhance their security measures following a spate of mid-flight incidents.

Events

9 h. ago Disgraced Cardinal Becciu withdraws from conclave to elect pope for ‘the good of the church’

Angelo Becciu was forced to resign as head of the Vatican’s saint-making office and his rights as a cardinal because of allegations of financial misconduct.

Politics

10 h. ago Philippines to slash rice prices in half to aid voters amid May election campaign

The programme will cost the Marcos government about US$178 million to help the poor, but critics say it is a tool to support government candidates in midterm polls.

Politics

10 h. ago Walmart, Target resume business with some Chinese factories after tariff

Walmart, Target resume business with some Chinese factories after tariff-related halt, suppliers say  CNN

Economics

11 h. ago Singapore elections, Japan’s World Expo, Thai park ranger sacked: 7 Asia highlights

From Singapore’s election to Southeast Asians being deported from the US, here are a few highlights from SCMP’s recent Asia reporting.

Politics

11 h. ago Chinese Australians, Once Scorned, Are Courted as Tight Election Nears

Chinese Australians, Once Scorned, Are Courted as Tight Election Nears  Time Magazine

Politics

12 h. ago ‘Free’ China programmer lives in car for 4 years, despite owning spacious house

41-year-old family man places mattress in back of parked electric vehicle for ‘comfortable’ working week lifestyle, heads home at weekend.

Society

12 h. ago China programmer lives in car for 4 years, despite owning house as he enjoys free lifestyle

Family man places mattress in back of parked electric vehicle for ‘comfortable’ working week lifestyle, heads home at weekend.

Society

12 h. ago Chinese programmer lives in car for 4 years, despite owning spacious house

Chinese programmer lives in car for 4 years, despite owning spacious house  South China Morning Post

Society

13 h. ago Chinese airlines and Boeing severely hit by tariffs, Beijing says

Chinese airlines and Boeing severely hit by tariffs, Beijing says  Reuters

Events

14 h. ago Some Amazon sellers are pulling out of Prime Day amid Trump tariffs

The planned pullback is a way for sellers to protect profit margins amid the US-China trade war triggered by steep tariffs on Chinese goods.

Politics

15 h. ago Chinese carmakers reset European ambitions as EU tariffs bite

Chinese carmakers reset European ambitions as EU tariffs bite  Financial Times

Politics

15 h. ago Some Chinese Exporters Hasten Dollar Conversion Amid Trade War

Some Chinese Exporters Hasten Dollar Conversion Amid Trade War  Bloomberg.com

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