2 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’.

Events

9 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.

Events

25 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

58 h. ago ‘Major obstacle’: Southeast Asian pests biting into China’s food security

‘Major obstacle’: Southeast Asian pests biting into China’s food security  South China Morning Post

Events

64 h. ago 3 dead, 9 missing as boat believed to be carrying migrants capsizes off California coast

4 injured passengers were taken to hospital. US Coast Guard said the boat flipped soon after sunrise about 56km north of the Mexico border.

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64 h. ago 3 dead, 7 missing after suspected migrant boat capsizes off California coast

At least some of the boat’s occupants were apparently from India, Coast Guard spokesperson says.

Events

69 h. ago Can China’s security doctrine build trust with Asian neighbours and keep US out?

Analysts caution that there are still challenges to overcome in Beijing’s efforts to project itself as a benign partner in the region.

Events

2 d. ago US in ‘initial’ talks with Rwanda over migrant deal, that mirrors past UK controversy

Foreign Minister Olivier Nduhungirehe confirmed Rwanda was among countries talking to Washington over a migrant deal, but no final decisions have been made.

Events

4 d. ago Hong Kong blockbuster The Last Dance wins 2 awards at Udine Far East Film Festival

Drama starring Dayo Wong and Michael Hui is only Hong Kong film to win an award at this year’s festival, organiser says.

Culture

4 d. ago The end of ‘Chimerica’ and what that means for Southeast Asia

The breakdown of US-China economic symbiosis leaves Southeast Asian nations bracing for unpredictable shocks.

Politics

5 d. ago America’s genetic data is on the auction block — will Beijing buy it?

America’s genetic data is on the auction block — will Beijing buy it?  Foundation for Defense of Democracies

Economics

5 d. ago Beijing launches blockchain plan to boost industry integration

Beijing launches blockchain plan to boost industry integration  Digital Watch Observatory

Politics

6 d. ago US judge bars Trump’s use of wartime law to deport Venezuelans

This is the first time a court has ruled on the US president’s invoking of the 227-year-old Alien Enemies Act.

Events

7 d. ago Thai taxi driver filmed blocking ambulance before patient’s death sparks outrage

Dashcam footage of the incident in Phuket has reignited public anger over drivers ignoring emergency sirens.

Events

7 d. ago Where are the ethnic minority stars and stories in Hong Kong films?

It’s time to break the negative stereotypes of South Asian gangsters and Southeast Asian domestic helpers and showcase Hong Kong’s diversity.

Politics

7 d. ago Palestinian student at Columbia released after being arrested at US citizenship interview

Mohsen Mahdawi is out on bail as he challenges the Trump administration’s efforts to deport him for taking part in Gaza protests.

Events

8 d. ago Filipino cardinal tipped to become next pope: ‘if I were God, I wouldn’t choose me’

Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle of the Philippines has a history of advocating for the poor, migrants and other marginalised people.

Politics

8 d. ago Disabled Chinese boy wows audiences with street dancing, dreams of performing at Asian Games

11-year-old who suffers from muscular dystrophy defies gravity after throwing away crutches to make difficult breakdance moves.

Events

8 d. ago Hongkongers urged not to slam acupuncture treatment after ‘flesh

‘Before the case is fully investigated, our comments and judgments will be unfair to the practitioner and patient,’ lawmaker says.

Politics

8 d. ago Hong Kong entrepreneurs put pitching skills to the test with business magnate Allan Zeman

Given just 45 minutes and use of the Huawei MatePad Pro 13.2-inch, three business owners create presentations to be judged by the Lan Kwai Fong Group chairman.

Events