2 h. ago Hamas says ‘no sense’ in holding truce talks, accuses Israel of ‘hunger war’ in Gaza

Hamas said it is no longer pursuing truce talks due to Israel’s plans to displace residents in Gaza, and called for global intervention to address the humanitarian crisis.

Politics

5 h. 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.

Events

10 h. ago Philippine warship sinks prematurely, scuppering its use for Balikatan target practice

The 80-year-old BRP Miguel Malvar was supposed to be a target ship in the US-Philippines Balikatan drills – until it started taking on water.

Events

24 h. ago Philippines confronts Chinese ship’s ‘unlawful activities’ amid South China Sea tensions

Manila deployed a coastguard vessel and aircraft to challenge a Chinese research ship conducting illegal activities in its waters last week, the Philippines coastguard said.

Events

29 h. ago China Joy Air’s joyless pilots forced into gig economy amid high debt, labour disputes

Aviators have taken up work as food delivery drivers to make ends meet, as regional firm plunges into crisis amid intense competition.

Economics

29 h. ago Joy Air’s pilots forced to deliver food as Chinese airline hits rock bottom

Aviators have taken up work in the gig economy to make ends meet, as regional firm plunges into crisis amid intense competition.

Society

29 h. ago Joy Air’s joyless pilots forced to deliver food as Chinese airline faces crisis

Joy Air’s joyless pilots forced to deliver food as Chinese airline faces crisis  South China Morning Post

Society

32 h. ago Philippines faces educational crisis with 18 million graduates functionally illiterate

One in five high-school graduates cannot comprehend or understand a simple story, survey shows.

Events

34 h. ago Hong Kong doesn’t need lawmakers who have to be reminded to do their job

Amid a budget crisis and questions over government costs, the fact rules are needed to get legislators to turn up and vote is astonishing.

Society

48 h. ago Chinese graduates in UK face bleak prospects amid job crunch: ‘it’s devastating’

Some young Chinese struggling even to secure restaurant work due to Britain’s tough labour market and tightening visa rules.

Politics

48 h. ago ‘It’s devastating’: Chinese graduates in UK face bleak outlook amid job crunch

‘It’s devastating’: Chinese graduates in UK face bleak outlook amid job crunch  South China Morning Post

Politics

53 h. ago Philippine bishops defend Cardinal Tagle over pastoral sexual abuse concerns

Ahead of a papal conclave, a watchdog group has warned that front runners Tagle and Parolin cannot be relied on to protect children.

Events

58 h. ago China’s technocratic elite will be a powerful force in rivalry with US

While US graduates from top universities flock to the private sector, in China, national service has become an aspirational calling.

Science

4 d. ago Hong Kong schools slammed for poor performance despite getting more resources

Lawmaker and government adviser Regina Ip also calls for authorities to set KPIs to track cost-effectiveness of resource allocation to schools.

Politics

4 d. ago South Koreans frustrated with constant leadership churn: ‘I stopped caring’

The country faces a leadership vacuum as Education Minister Lee Ju-ho becomes acting president, sparking public unease.

Politics

4 d. ago Chinese entrepreneurs educated overseas hit back at ‘appliance queen’ over spy allegations

Shanxi Returnees’ Chamber of Commerce publishes open letter to Dong Mingzhu over comment she would ‘never use a haigui pai’.

Politics

4 d. ago Ant Group showcases its top AI researchers in bid to woo graduates in tight talent market

Ant’s recruitment of top AI talent comes as other Chinese Big Tech firms have embarked on hiring sprees for AI scientists and researchers.

Politics

5 d. ago Kamala Harris takes aim at Trump in first major speech since leaving office

Former vice-president says Americans are now facing ‘the greatest man-made economic crisis in modern presidential history’.

Politics

5 d. ago Japan seeks regional sway as PM Ishiba courts Vietnam, Philippines on trade and security

Ishiba’s visits follow Chinese President Xi Jinping’s own tour of the region, reflecting a broader competition for influence.

Events

5 d. ago Chinese astronauts touch down, senior PLA official ousted: SCMP daily highlights

From a difficult return to Earth to a US show of force near the Philippines, here’s a round-up from today’s coverage.

Politics