6 h. ago Robert Prevost chosen as new pope, first US pontiff in history

He has taken the name Leo XIV and will succeed Pope Francis, who died on April 21 at age 88.

Culture

7 h. ago China warns US to ‘show sincerity’, the battle for WWII history: SCMP daily highlights

From Beijing urging Washington to drop tariffs ahead of talks to Xi and Putin’s meeting in Moscow, here’s a round-up from today’s coverage.

Events

10 h. ago China and Russia v the West in the geostrategic battle for WWII history

A series of military parades will take place around the globe, with each country sending a different message about the international order.

Events

13 h. ago How does Hong Kong’s Cathay stack up among regional airlines in punctuality?

City’s flag carrier secures spot among top 10, edging out rival Singapore Airlines, which failed to make the list in April.

Politics

13 h. ago China’s latest stimulus measures fail to impress as investors focus on U.S. trade talks

China’s latest stimulus measures fail to impress as investors focus on U.S. trade talks  CNBC

Economics

20 h. ago China’s Xi Jinping arrives in Moscow hailing historic ties and true friendship

Hours before the Chinese leader’s plane touched down, airports across the Russian capital were closed by Ukrainian drone attacks.

Politics

20 h. ago China, Russia have ‘special responsibility’ to stand up to power politics: Xi

The Chinese and Russian leaders opened talks in Moscow with pledge to defend the rights and interests of developing countries.

Politics

20 h. ago China and Russia take united stand on trade as Trump’s tariff war ratchets up pressure

Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin meet in Moscow for their first face-to-face talks this year.

Events

29 h. ago Cardinals begin conclave to elect new pope, as Sistine Chapel doors slam shut

133 electors from 70 countries are under lockdown as they vote for the Catholic Church’s 267th pontiff.

Politics

29 h. ago Black smoke: cardinals fail to elect new pope in first conclave vote

133 electors from 70 countries are under lockdown as they vote for the Catholic Church’s 267th pontiff.

Events

30 h. ago Why Trump fails to understand China’s trade war tactics, and what his negotiators should be reading

Why Trump fails to understand China’s trade war tactics, and what his negotiators should be reading  The Conversation

Events

33 h. ago Germany’s Merz stresses European unity, defence on first Paris trip as chancellor

Merz and France’s Macron hope to give the relationship fresh impetus at a crucial time.

Politics

36 h. ago Chinese actress Zhao Wei’s former Hong Kong home fails to sell at an auction

Zhao and her husband bought a 3,494 sq ft duplex at The Westminster Terrace in Tsuen Wan in 2012 for HK$72 million.

Events

36 h. ago Actress Zhao Wei’s former Tsuen Wan home flops at Hong Kong auction as bidders stay away

Zhao and her husband bought a 3,494 sq ft duplex at The Westminster Terrace in Tsuen Wan in 2012 for HK$72 million.

Politics

40 h. ago China's Zhao targets more titles after historic world snooker triumph

China's Zhao targets more titles after historic world snooker triumph  Reuters

Events

47 h. ago China's Xi congratulates Merz on election as German chancellor

China's Xi congratulates Merz on election as German chancellor  Reuters

Politics

54 h. ago How new pope’s chosen name will signal change or continuity in Vatican’s 2,000

The next pope’s name reflects the pontiff’s direction: Francis II indicates continuity, Pius conveys a message of tradition, while a new name could signify change.

Politics

60 h. 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

62 h. ago In historic first, Friedrich Merz fails to become Germany’s chancellor in first vote

The lower house of parliament, or Bundestag, now has 14 days to elect Friedrich Merz or another candidate.

Politics

62 h. ago In historic first, Friedrich Merz fails to become Germany’s chancellor in opening vote

The lower house of parliament, or Bundestag, now has 14 days to elect Friedrich Merz or another candidate.

Politics