10 h. ago Trade war won’t impact Hong Kong’s role as global hub for commerce: John Lee

City leader tells summit with 800 tourism sector leaders that Hong Kong remains dedicated to free and open trade.

Events

12 h. ago Hong Kong warehouses get LME approval as exchange eyes China metal trade

Milestone by HKEX-owned London Metal Exchange positions city to develop as a metals hub, CEO says.

Events

13 h. ago Hong Kong’s Cinema Day returns on May 10 with tickets priced at HK$30

Previous editions of the event have garnered strong support as Hong Kong’s film industry faces shrinking audiences and cinema closures.

Economics

14 h. ago Hong Kong immigration officers arrest 43 in crackdown on illegal employment

The 35 suspected illegal workers and eight alleged employers were apprehended after officers raided dozens of premises, including restaurants and canteens.

Events

17 h. ago Hong Kong hits 31.1 degrees Celsius, haze to last till later this week: Observatory

Forecaster says temperature is highest in the year so far, while doctor warns residents in high-risk groups to reduce outdoor activities.

Events

17 h. ago Hong Kong hits 31.1 degrees Celsius, haze set to last until later this week

Forecaster says temperatures are highest this year so far, while a doctor has warned residents in high-risk groups to reduce outdoor activities.

Events

17 h. ago Hong Kong hits 33 degrees Celsius, haze set to last until later this week

Forecaster says temperatures are highest so far this year, while doctor warns residents in high-risk groups to reduce outdoor activities.

Events

19 h. ago Singapore on Trump’s tariffs, Malaysia brain drain, businessman murder: 7 Asia highlights

From Lawrence Wong’s response to Trump’s tariffs to Air India’s urine trouble, here are a few highlights from SCMP’s recent Asia reporting.

Politics

32 h. ago Xi calls on China, Vietnam to 'oppose unilateral bullying' on regional tour

Xi calls on China, Vietnam to 'oppose unilateral bullying' on regional tour  Yahoo News Singapore

Politics

34 h. ago Hong Kong hit by highest air pollution risk levels in more than 10 areas of city

Central, Mong Kok and Tai Po among areas reaching ‘serious’ levels as dusty northerly airstream brings pollutants to city for second day.

Events

34 h. ago Air pollution hits highest risk level in at least 10 Hong Kong areas

Central, Mong Kok and Tai Po among areas reaching ‘serious’ levels as dusty northerly airstream brings pollutants to city for second day.

Events

34 h. ago Air pollution hits highest health risk level in at least 10 Hong Kong areas

Central, Mong Kok and Tai Po among areas reaching ‘serious’ levels as dusty northerly airstream brings pollutants to city for second day.

Events

34 h. ago China, Vietnam sign agreements after Xi warns protectionism 'leads nowhere'

China, Vietnam sign agreements after Xi warns protectionism 'leads nowhere'  Yahoo News Singapore

Events

35 h. ago Beijing signals tariff ceiling as Trump targets electronics in next wave of duties

Beijing signals tariff ceiling as Trump targets electronics in next wave of duties  Benefits and Pensions Monitor

Politics

38 h. ago Hong Kong restaurants to face 20% drop in business over Easter holiday: expert

Many residents are travelling during the break while visitors are spending less, industry leader Simon Wong says.

Politics

38 h. ago At China’s Wholesale Hub, U.S. Orders Have Suddenly Halted. One Example: Socks.

At China’s Wholesale Hub, U.S. Orders Have Suddenly Halted. One Example: Socks.  WSJ

Politics

39 h. ago “Chinese New Wave” and “Hangzhou New Cinema”: Beijing Fest Helps Film Fans Discover Young Voices

“Chinese New Wave” and “Hangzhou New Cinema”: Beijing Fest Helps Film Fans Discover Young Voices  The Hollywood Reporter

Culture

41 h. ago China slang term ‘rat people’ for those who shun success, attracts 2 billion views

New low-energy lifestyle choice sees young people slouch in bed, live on takeaway food, avoid socialising, embrace being a recluse.

Politics

42 h. ago Ong Beng Seng to step down from Singapore property firm amid Iswaran scandal

The man who brought Formula One to Singapore is leaving his property firm, with a guilty plea pending in a prominent corruption scandal.

Events

43 h. ago Trump’s tariff exemption for tech, Asia’s best restaurant: 5 weekend reads you missed

From a possible meeting between Xi, Kim and Putin to a flavour face-off in Singapore, here are five stories you may have missed over the weekend.

Politics