20 years ago, Typhoon Prapiroon sparked outrage when the Hong Kong Observatory did not raise the No 8 signal despite risk, chaos.
David Cheng of the Samaritan Befrienders Hong Kong says rise in youth suicide stresses need for regular risk screening.
From a 10-hour A380 ordeal in China to a repaid 1947 wartime grain debt, here are highlights from SCMP’s recent reporting.
From Asia’s 50 Best Bars of 2026 to an Indian influencer couple staying fit together, here are seven stories from SCMP’s recent reporting.
10 years ago, Hong Kong became the second place in Asia to get Pokemon Go, sparking a citywide craze and trespassing warnings.
From China’s plans on its Great Green Wall to having babies in space, here are some highlights from SCMP’s recent science reporting.
On this day 30 years ago, Hong Kong won its first Olympic gold. It would take almost exactly 25 years to win another one.
As the population is culled, the number of injuries from boar attacks fell by 80 per cent since 2021, though some criticise the ‘killing order’.
From India’s orbital rocket launch to Japanese voters souring on Takaichi, here are a few highlights from SCMP’s recent Asia reporting.
On this day 50 years ago, the deadliest earthquake in recorded history razed the mining town of Tangshan in China’s Hebei province.
Groundbreaking technology detects critically endangered Chinese bahaba in western waters, boosting conservation hopes.
From India losing credibility in the supply chain race to China’s interest in Indonesian minerals, here are five stories you may have missed over the weekend.
Talent scheme boosts enrolment, defying overall student decline, especially in the public primary and kindergarten sector.
Yang Qi, 13, is preparing for a show that hopes to highlight the struggles of underprivileged children in cramped subdivided flats.
Baidu’s autonomous trials are set to enhance transport innovation and safety in the city.
From a new Chinese AI model to a Singapore minister’s resignation, here are highlights from SCMP’s recent reporting.
From a look at Christopher Nolan’s new film to Yunnan’s US$1,100 mushrooms, here are seven stories from SCMP’s recent reporting.
The wandering animal on the tracks caused delays of up to eight minutes during peak travel times on the Kwun Tong line.
From CATL shares forecast to grow 50 per cent to the effects of China’s EV tax break ending, here are seven EV stories you may have missed.
Top scorers master exams using Pomodoro timers, mistake booklets and mindful AI use.
From Bali’s bid to become a financial hub to Japan’s bind over US’ ICC campaign, here are a few highlights from SCMP’s recent Asia reporting.
From subsidised degrees to vocational training and overseas study – vital options for students missing public university places.
Education sector experts highlight advantages like skill-building, global experience and career clarity.
On this day 15 years ago, one of China’s first global sports stars retired from basketball but insisted he would not completely leave it.
From China’s changing role in the Ivory Coast to the death of scientist Sun Fanglin, here are five stories you may have missed over the weekend.
The Observatory warns of unsettled weather; schools advised on safety measures amid ongoing rainstorms.
New exhibition at M+, based on the popular Japanese TV series Design Ah!, dissects items including umbrellas, flip-flops and cup noodles.
From Hong Kong’s exceptional IB results to Louis Vuitton suing China’s trademark regulator, here are highlights from SCMP’s recent reporting.
DSE schools in the Greater Bay Area report record pass rates in core subjects.
Tam Chun-yu has cerebral palsy and typed his DSE answers with one finger, while Liu Pong-faat pushed through difficulty writing to complete exams.