2 h. ago As India and Pakistan clash, Trump opts for cautious US diplomacy: ‘I want to see them stop’

Trump aims to balance US influence while prioritising de-escalation between the nuclear-armed neighbours.

Politics

2 h. ago Focus on Singapore cabinet reveal sidetracked by ministers’ photos with Fujian gang member

The city state awaits Prime Minister Wong’s government line-up amid controversy over images of Ong and Chee with a convicted money-launderer.

Politics

3 h. ago Indonesian governor’s ‘ridiculous’ vasectomy plan sparks debate on poverty, ‘body politics’

West Java Governor’s suggested sterilisation for poor men to access social welfare criticised as coercive and discriminatory.

Politics

3 h. ago ‘Reverse parenting’ allows parents to relax while children handle housework after school

New trend lets mum and dad put their feet up, experts say kids in control challenges parental authority, helps children build independence.

Society

4 h. ago UN experts warn of ‘annihilation’ in Gaza amid Israeli strikes

Dozens more Palestinians have died in attacks as Israel’s plans for an expanded offence draws international condemnation.

Events

4 h. ago UN experts warn of ‘annihilation’ in Gaza as Israeli strikes kill dozens

Dozens more Palestinians have died in attacks as Israel’s plans for an expanded offence draws international condemnation.

Events

9 h. ago Trump warns China he won’t lower 145% tariffs to boost trade talks

Trump warns China he won’t lower 145% tariffs to boost trade talks  New York Post

Events

10 h. ago J.D. Vance says US thinks Russia asking too much to end Ukraine war

He also called for direct talks between Moscow and Kyiv, saying that it would otherwise be impossible for Washington to mediate.

Events

14 h. ago Japan police arrest man who slashed 2 people at Tokyo subway station

The Tokyo Metro’s Namboku line was suspended after the incident.

Events

15 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.

Politics

15 h. ago Xi’s trip to Russia, Beijing rolls out economic policy package: SCMP daily highlights

From Xi thanking Moscow for support over Taiwan to Beijing’s new measures to guard against US tariffs, here’s a round-up from today’s coverage.

Economics

15 h. ago India’s UK trade pact seen as fuelling momentum for bigger deals with US and EU

Experts say the agreement signals New Delhi’s growing leverage in trade and supply chain talks.

Politics

17 h. ago Indonesia’s economy slows as US tariffs, fiscal pressures challenge Prabowo’s growth goal

Analysts expressed concerns that fiscal pressures, weak consumer spending, and the impact of US tariffs could worsen Indonesia’s economic outlook.

Economics

17 h. ago China’s Xi Jinping launches Russia trip with thanks for Moscow over Taiwan

The island’s unification must be upheld as part of the post-war international order, Xi says.

Politics

18 h. ago Belgian teenagers with 5,000 ants in Kenya get US$7,700 fine or 1

Authorities said the ants were destined for European and Asian markets in an emerging trend of trafficking lesser-known wildlife species.

Politics

18 h. ago Chinese surgeon fired after wife reports his affairs with nurse and junior doctor at work

Philandering top doctor breaks ‘loyalty’ promise to wife after first affair by hooking up with underling for sex, is accused of malpractice.

Events

18 h. ago Nvidia’s CEO Jensen Huang warns of a 'tremendous loss' if U.S. firms lose access to China’s $50 billion AI market

Nvidia’s CEO Jensen Huang warns of a 'tremendous loss' if U.S. firms lose access to China’s $50 billion AI market  Fortune

Economics

20 h. ago China Signals India Levy Is a Warning on Cutting Deals With US

China Signals India Levy Is a Warning on Cutting Deals With US  Bloomberg

Events

20 h. ago India’s Modi faces pressure as strikes on Pakistan ignite nationalism, global concern

China and the US have called for calm after the most serious military escalation in years between the two nuclear-armed rivals.

Events

20 h. ago Asia Markets Pare Gains After Cheer Over China Rate Cuts, U.S. Talks

Asia Markets Pare Gains After Cheer Over China Rate Cuts, U.S. Talks  WSJ

Economics