35 m. ago Nodule found in Joe Biden’s prostate during routine medical exam

Questions about the ex-US president’s age and health had been cited by Democratic leaders who pressed him to drop his 2024 re-election bid.

Politics

4 h. ago Netanyahu vows ‘full force’ offensive in Gaza as Israel plans to relocate Palestinians

The Israeli PM pledged the Gaza offensive to defeat Hamas, amid international backlash and plans for Palestinian displacement.

Politics

8 h. ago India kills 3 suspected militants in Kashmir gun battle amid Pakistan ceasefire

The gun battle in Indian-administered Kashmir on Tuesday, was the first since a tourist attack nearly sparked war between India and Pakistan.

Events

8 h. ago Malaysian witness’ kidnapping shows ‘profound breakdown’ in protecting women: activist

Pamela Ling’s abduction highlights safety failures in Malaysia, women’s rights group says, even as the search expands to Singapore.

Events

26 h. ago Hong Kong’s CK Hutchison Holdings pledges Panama port deal won’t violate laws

Statement comes after mainland China’s market regulator asked parties involved not to circumvent ongoing antitrust probe.

Politics

30 h. ago Philippine midterm elections: violence mars voting in restive Muslim region

Observers report a surge in killings and voter intimidation across the Bangsamoro autonomous region in Muslim Mindanao.

Politics

30 h. ago Trump’s Middle East trip raises doubts about Israel’s ‘ironclad’ standing with US

Trump is set to visit Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the UAE, during his trip, but not Israel. Some Israelis are concerned about the state of its relationship with the US.

Politics

47 h. ago Edan Alexander, last living US hostage in Gaza, will be released, Hamas says

The Israeli-American soldier, who grew up in the US, was abducted from his base during the October 7, 2023, Hamas-led attack.

Events

54 h. ago 3 arrested in Hong Kong over HK$4 million London gold trading scam

Police say syndicate rented offices in bustling commercial districts to create the appearance of a professional investment firm.

Economics

56 h. ago Israeli strikes kill 11 in Gaza as Israel recovers missing remains

Two of the strikes killed two children and their parents in tents in Khan Younis. Other strikes killed a child and a man riding a bicycle.

Events

56 h. ago Israeli strikes kill 13 in Gaza as Israel recovers missing remains

Two of the strikes killed two children and their parents in tents in Khan Younis. Other strikes killed a child and a man riding a bicycle.

Events

56 h. ago Israeli strikes on Gaza kill 15 people, mostly women and children

2 of the strikes killed 2 children and their parents in tents in Khan Younis. Other strikes killed a child and a man riding a bicycle.

Events

63 h. ago Chinese algorithm beats veteran human controller in FPV drone race

Chinese research team enable drones to perform high-risk and sophisticated aerobatic manoeuvres that outperform professional pilots.

Events

3 d. ago Iranian nuclear enrichment ‘red line’ for US ahead of new talks, envoy says

Trump has voiced hope for reaching a deal with Tehran to avert an Israeli strike on Iran’s nuclear programme that could ignite a wider war.

Events

3 d. ago Iranian nuclear enrichment ‘red line’ for US ahead of new talks, envoy Steve Witkoff says

Trump has voiced hope for reaching a deal with Tehran to avert an Israeli strike on Iran’s nuclear programme that could ignite a wider war.

Events

3 d. ago US to Probe Reports of Swabs on Its Citizens Arriving in China

US to Probe Reports of Swabs on Its Citizens Arriving in China  Bloomberg

Politics

4 d. ago Trump admin must release Turkish Tufts student, US judge rules

Rumeysa Ozturk has been detained for over six weeks after co-writing an op-ed criticising her school’s response to the Israel-Gaza war.

Politics

4 d. ago South China Morning Post collects 12 prizes at Hong Kong News Awards ceremony

Chief Executive John Lee also urges journalists to uphold professionalism amid increased protectionism and hegemony globally.

Events

4 d. ago Philippines to probe claims of sand dredging for Beijing’s South China Sea expansion

A Philippine intelligence official says sand from Manila Bay and elsewhere may have been used as landfill for Chinese military outposts.

Politics

4 d. ago Philippines to probe claims of sand dredging for China’s maritime expansion

Philippines to probe claims of sand dredging for China’s maritime expansion  South China Morning Post

Politics