3 h. ago What’s in a name? Pope Leo XIV’s choice signals commitment to social justice

The new American pontiff is indicating that he will continue the late Pope Francis’ work, an expert on religious studies says.

Politics

6 h. ago Robert Prevost chosen as new pope, first US pontiff in history

He has taken the name Leo XIV and will succeed Pope Francis, who died on April 21 at age 88.

Culture

7 h. ago China warns US to ‘show sincerity’, the battle for WWII history: SCMP daily highlights

From Beijing urging Washington to drop tariffs ahead of talks to Xi and Putin’s meeting in Moscow, here’s a round-up from today’s coverage.

Events

10 h. ago China and Russia v the West in the geostrategic battle for WWII history

A series of military parades will take place around the globe, with each country sending a different message about the international order.

Events

17 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.

Politics

28 h. ago Pink smoke: excluded from conclave, Catholic women want their voices heard

The only women the men choosing the next pope will see are ‘nuns tidying their rooms’, protesters say as they call for more female priests.

Events

29 h. ago Cardinals begin conclave to elect new pope, as Sistine Chapel doors slam shut

133 electors from 70 countries are under lockdown as they vote for the Catholic Church’s 267th pontiff.

Politics

29 h. ago Black smoke: cardinals fail to elect new pope in first conclave vote

133 electors from 70 countries are under lockdown as they vote for the Catholic Church’s 267th pontiff.

Events

53 h. ago Lies, China ties and Macron’s fettuccine: Conclave whisperers seek to sway pope’s election

Lies, China ties and Macron’s fettuccine: Conclave whisperers seek to sway pope’s election  France 24

Politics

54 h. ago How new pope’s chosen name will signal change or continuity in Vatican’s 2,000

The next pope’s name reflects the pontiff’s direction: Francis II indicates continuity, Pius conveys a message of tradition, while a new name could signify change.

Politics

65 h. ago From Imus to pope? Filipino Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle’s hometown reflects on his journey

Luis Antonio Tagle began his career in Imus, where residents have fond memories of the cardinal with a 3 to 1 shot at becoming the next pope.

Politics

65 h. ago Singapore’s opposition, Filipino in running for pope, India vs Pakistan: 7 Asia highlights

From a Filipino tipped to be pope to Indians rethinking their US study plans, here are a few highlights from SCMP’s recent Asia reporting.

Politics

3 d. ago Pope Francis donated a Popemobile to serve as mobile clinic for Gazan children

The car, a converted Mitsubishi, was used by the pope during 2014 visit to Bethlehem and had since been on display, gathering dust and rust.

Politics

3 d. ago Before his death, Pope Francis donated Popemobile to serve as clinic for Gaza’s children

Vehicle will be fitted with medical equipment and a fridge for medicines and be assigned a driver and a team of doctors.

Events

3 d. ago Next Pope Update: Frontrunner Under Scrutiny Over Resurfaced China Deal

Next Pope Update: Frontrunner Under Scrutiny Over Resurfaced China Deal  Newsweek

Politics

3 d. ago He wanted to become a history teacher. Instead, Peter Chang made Chinese cuisine history in the DC region

He wanted to become a history teacher. Instead, Peter Chang made Chinese cuisine history in the DC region  WTOP

Politics

4 d. ago China Hits the Moon With a Laser: First Daylight Lunar Reflection in History Stuns Scientists and Ignites Global Space Race

China Hits the Moon With a Laser: First Daylight Lunar Reflection in History Stuns Scientists and Ignites Global Space Race  Sustainability Times

Events

5 d. ago Trump rebuked for posting AI image of himself as pope: ‘pathological megalomania’

The image, shared during the official mourning period for Pope Francis, was described as shameful and offensive in Italy and the US.

Politics

5 d. ago Woman dies in Greece when bomb she’s holding explodes, say police

The woman, 38, was apparently carrying the device to place outside a bank in the city of Thessaloniki. Greece has a long history of politically-motivated violence.

Events

7 d. ago 2 priests ‘elected’ as Catholic bishops in China after death of Pope Francis

2 priests ‘elected’ as Catholic bishops in China after death of Pope Francis  Catholic News Agency

Events