77 m. ago SCMP wins 5 prizes at State Street’s 2024 Press Awards in one of the event’s biggest hauls

The awards, sponsored by Boston-based State Street for the 13th year, received more than 200 entries in 14 categories this year in English and Chinese.

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3 h. ago Hong Kong’s leader promises ‘any possible help’ to influencers after IShowSpeed visit

John Lee’s pledge comes after many local internet users voice disappointment over the YouTube star’s experience, saying city wasted an opportunity to promote itself.

Politics

4 h. ago Does Trump really want a deal on tariffs? Wild ‘demands’ irk world leaders

The US president’s unclear requirements leave nations in the dark about what specifically they can do to avoid getting hammered.

Politics

5 h. ago Hong Kong man jailed for 7 years for rioting after acquittal overturned

Upon prosecutors’ appeal, judge sentences Wong Chi-wing to prison for rioting with white-clad mob at MTR station during 2019 protests.

Events

6 h. ago Hong Kong will remain free port despite US tariffs, John Lee says

‘We will continue to maintain Hong Kong’s status as a free port, pursue free trade policies, safeguard the free flow of goods, capital and information,’ chief executive says.

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6 h. ago Hong Kong to expand trade deals, boost ties in face of ‘reckless’ US tariffs: John Lee

‘We will continue to maintain Hong Kong’s status as a free port, pursue free trade policies, and safeguard the free flow of goods, capital and information,’ chief executive says.

Economics

9 h. ago Jockey Club’s Hong Kong Sevens community programmes enable more than 10,000 beneficiaries to enjoy the mega

 [The content of this article has been produced by our advertising partner.] The Hong Kong Jockey Club congratulates Hong Kong China Rugby on the success of the 2025 Hong Kong Sevens, which concluded on 30 March. Sevens fever has well and truly returned to the city. Club Chairman Michael Lee presented the Women’s Bowl to the National Team, and joined HKSAR Chief Executive John Lee in presenting the Men's Cup to the champion team – Argentina. This is the fourth consecutive occasion that the Club has supported the Hong Kong Sevens as Official Community Partner. This year, more than 10,000 beneficiaries of differing ages, abilities and backgrounds have been given opportunities to experience a range of sports including rugby through the Jockey Club Sevens Community Programmes. More than 30,000 people have benefited over the years, facilitating citywide engagement in sports events. The programmes kicked off in early March with the Jockey Club Multi Sport Shared Learning Experience, enabl...

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10 h. ago In picking a trade war with China, Donald Trump may find time is not on his side

Beijing’s swift response to Liberation Day tariffs signals it is ready for a long fight, while the US president needs a quick win.

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14 h. ago China Can't Win a Trade War Against the U.S. for a Simple Reason | Opinion

China Can't Win a Trade War Against the U.S. for a Simple Reason | Opinion  Newsweek

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14 h. ago China Can't Win a Trade War Against the U.S. for One Simple Reason | Opinion

China Can't Win a Trade War Against the U.S. for One Simple Reason | Opinion  Newsweek

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24 h. ago China is designing a silent supersonic airplane to win the next era of commercial flight

China is designing a silent supersonic airplane to win the next era of commercial flight  Fast Company

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36 h. ago John Lithgow wins best actor at UK Olivier Awards for exploring Roald Dahl’s dark side

American actor won for portrayal of the Charlie and the Chocolate Factory author in Giant, a play that confronts Dahl’s antisemitic views.

Events

36 h. ago Opinion | Trump’s tariffs offer China an opportunity riding a dangerous wind

Opinion | Trump’s tariffs offer China an opportunity riding a dangerous wind  South China Morning Post

Politics

46 h. ago France’s Le Pen slams ‘witch hunt’ as ban dominates rival rallies

Le Pen spoke at rally in Paris days after court found her and other National Rally officials guilty of embezzling European parliament funds.

Politics

49 h. ago EU hits back at Trump’s trade war with US$28 billion in tariffs on US imports

The EU’s retaliatory tariffs will hit US products including meat, wine and clothing as well as chewing gum, vacuum cleaners and toilet paper.

Economics

52 h. ago PLA aircraft carrier may have explored alternative route to Taiwan’s east before drill

Shandong appears to have transited narrower waterways of the Philippines instead of taking Bashi Channel, according to military experts.

Transport

52 h. ago Hong Kong actor Nicholas Tse sells premium sausages online, earns US$207 million in 4 years

Food brand of entertainment icon earns nationwide sales champion tag as actor takes active role in production, promotion of ‘high quality’ bangers.

Economics

58 h. ago China: ’The market has spoken’, Trump responds: ’We will win’

China: ’The market has spoken’, Trump responds: ’We will win’  Investing.com

Politics

65 h. ago Trump doubles down on tariffs, says China ‘hit much harder’ than US

The US president told Americans to ‘hang tough’, warning them of pain ahead but promising that the United States would ‘win’.

Politics

3 d. ago Could Trump tariffs open window of opportunity for China to improve ties with Vietnam?

The ‘very damaging’ move could take a heavy toll on the country and may prompt Hanoi to move to boost economic ties with its neighbour.

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