4 d. ago Megaquake scare in Japan, Philippines boosts air power: 7 Asia highlights

We have selected seven stories from the SCMP’s coverage of Asia over the past week that resonated with our readers and shed light on topical issues. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. 1. Japan on alert as Hokkaido tremors reignite megaquake fears A string of moderate earthquakes off the coast of Japan’s northern island of Hokkaido has reignited concerns among experts and residents about the risk of a catastrophic seismic event – though scientists stress...

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6 d. ago Labubu craze sweeps globe, highlights power China, Asia stars have on consumer trends

Asian and Chinese stars are rewriting the fashion industry playbook, turning niche favourites into global must-haves. The Post explores how celebrity choices shape style and consumption while reflecting the values of today’s fans. Lisa Labubu At 28, Lisa of the South Korean girl band Blackpink has more than 100 million social media followers and more than 1.9 billion online streams for her solo debut Lalisa. In April 2024, the Thai star posted photos with a Labubu plush toy and a matching...

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6 d. ago Labubu craze sweeps globe, highlights power of China, Asia stars have on consumer trends

Asian and Chinese stars are rewriting the fashion industry playbook, turning niche favourites into global must-haves. The Post explores how celebrity choices shape style and consumption while reflecting the values of today’s fans. Lisa Labubu At 28, Lisa of the South Korean girl group Blackpink has more than 100 million social media followers and over 1.9 billion online streams for her solo debut, Lalisa. In April last year, the Thai star posted photos with a Labubu plush toy and a matching...

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1 week ago Musk’s alleged Japan child, ‘Trump and Lee Kuan Yew similar’: 7 Asia highlights

We have selected seven stories from the SCMP’s coverage of Asia over the past week that resonated with our readers and shed light on topical issues. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. 1. Elon Musk’s alleged child with Japanese pop star sparks online storm in Japan 2. Meet India’s answer to Pakistan’s Chinese jets: the AMCA stealth fighter 3. Trump and Lee Kuan Yew similar in ‘common sense’ approach: Pete Hegseth 4. ‘I’m sad’: Blackpink fans in...

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1 week ago Elon Musk’s alleged child with Japanese pop star sparks online storm in Japan

A claim by one of Elon Musk’s former partners that he fathered a child with a Japanese pop star has ignited a storm of speculation online in Japan, fuelling debate over celebrity privacy, reproductive ethics and the billionaire’s growing brood. The allegation was made by Ashley St Clair – a conservative US influencer and mother of the Tesla CEO’s 14th known child – in a New York Times report published on Friday. According to the newspaper, St Clair said Musk had confided in her that he had...

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3 w. ago India’s lion population roars, highlighting successful conservation in Gujarat’s Gir sanctuary

Hunting and encroachment reduced the Asiatic lion population to just 20 by 1913, but they now thrive in Gujarat’s Gir wildlife sanctuary with nearly 900 big cats.

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3 w. ago Singapore’s ‘shameful’ fuel prices slammed, Malaysia Putin backlash: 7 Asia highlights

From Indonesia criticising Singapore’s fuel prices to the Philippines’ missile build-up, here are a few highlights from SCMP’s recent Asia reporting.

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