2 h. ago Rare New Zealand snail caught on camera laying egg from its neck for the first time

The Powelliphanta augusta snail, a threatened species endemic to New Zealand, lays only one egg a year.

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3 h. ago Russia and China mark victory in WW2 as Ukraine war grinds on

Russia and China mark victory in WW2 as Ukraine war grinds on  Reuters

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4 h. ago South Korean prosecutors seek 30 years’ jail for man who killed wife, hid body in car boot

The man said he was ‘not sure’ why he murdered his wife, claiming he was depressed and not of sound mind at the time.

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6 h. ago Dalton School Hong Kong Unveils Largest Little Basel Arts Festival Yet, Featuring Acclaimed Artist Huang Yulong

[The content of this article has been produced by our advertising partner.] Dalton School Hong Kong (DSHK), Little Dalton, and miniDalton proudly presented their most ambitious Little Basel to date – the annual arts festival celebrating creativity across the Dalton community. Launching for the first time on the school's new campus, the 2025 edition featured a groundbreaking installation by world-renowned artist Huang Yulong, who made a special appearance to personally engage students and visitors with his visionary work.  For the first time, his “UPWARD – Huang Yulong” sculptures — a series of towering, hoodie-clad figures symbolizing inclusivity, optimism, and youth culture — were displayed on school grounds. Curated from his acclaimed solo exhibition at the HK Observation Wheel & AIA Vitality Park during the recent Art Month that drew over 17,000 visitors and were featured on the front page of the South China Morning Post, it continued to captivate Little Basel fair-goers througho...

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8 h. ago Why some Chinese academics say it’s time to rethink WWII history – starting with 1939

The ‘Western-centric’ view of events plays down the role of Chinese forces in defeating fascism, one observer says.

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8 h. ago Why some Chinese academics say it’s time to rethink WWII history

Why some Chinese academics say it’s time to rethink WWII history  South China Morning Post

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23 h. ago South China Sea: PLA blocks Philippine warship in move Manila calls ‘reckless’

Beijing warns neighbour to stop ‘provocative acts’ after halting vessel near disputed Scarborough Shoal, while Manila decries ‘harassment’.

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28 h. ago Philippines badly needs more Catholic priests. Could a Filipino pope boost clergy ranks?

‘A pope speaking Filipino, plain Filipino, talking to you like he’s talking to you directly it will be an inspiration,’ a seminarian says.

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30 h. ago US judge temporarily blocks deportation of Asian migrants to Libya

Sending deportees to Libya would mark a major escalation in the Trump administration’s efforts to offload unwanted migrants.

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36 h. ago India, Pakistan exchange gunfire in Kashmir after missile strikes kill dozens

Islamabad said the military had been authorised to ‘respond in self-defence’ at a ‘time, place and manner of its choosing’.

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43 h. ago Calls for sanctions as Philippine probe accuses Chinese embassy of influence campaign

Allegations, if true, could lead to expulsion of embassy personnel and legal action under a law targeting subversive acts during peacetime, analysts say.

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44 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.

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48 h. ago Alibaba collaborates with social media platform RedNote in fresh domestic e

The cross-platform alliance allows consumers to find products via RedNote, which redirects them to buy the goods on Taobao and Tmall.

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51 h. ago Duterte’s ‘political son’ Bong Go gains ground in Philippines senate race: survey

The former president’s ICC arrest has led his indignant supporters to drum up support for Duterte-aligned candidates, analysts say.

Politics

56 h. ago China first corgi police dog in trouble again – this time for stealing sausage during patrol

Captivating canine police officer which has become social media sensation, snatches banger, takes bite, later given formal dressing down.

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61 h. ago Trump meets new Canadian PM, who tells him Canada is not for sale

Oval Office session with Prime Minister Mark Carney is cordial though US president touts ‘51st state’ and says he wants to keep tariffs.

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2 d. ago Chinese, EU leaders exchange letters to mark 50 years of diplomatic ties

It comes amid a broader thaw in relations, with Beijing also confirming that it has lifted sanctions on European Parliament members.

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2 d. ago Chinese, EU leaders agree to deepen ties amid Trump pressure, in anniversary exchanges

Two sides are seeing a broader thaw in relations, with Beijing also confirming that it has lifted sanctions on European Parliament members.

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3 d. ago New Zealand airport bids farewell to flying Gandalf sculpture: ‘it breaks my heart’

Travellers have until Friday to admire the giant hovering eagles from the Lord of the Rings and Hobbit films before they go into storage.

Transport

3 d. ago South China Sea: Vietnam protests against Sandy Cay moves, raising flashpoint fears

Vietnam has urged China and the Philippines to ‘refrain from actions’ and respect its sovereignty over the archipelago.

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