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China boy smashes glass ceiling, chandelier worth total of US$56,000 in Labubu rage

A petulant child in China who was refused a Labubu toy caused US$56,000-worth of damage to a home when his request for the cuddly figure was rejected. Photo: SCMP composite/RedNote

Diplomacy

China ships collide during clash with Philippine vessel at Scarborough Shoal

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Philippine coastguard video released on Monday appeared to show a Chinese coastguard vessel and a PLA Navy ship colliding near the disputed Scarborough Shoal. A Chinese statement on Monday made no mention of a collision. Photo: Philippine Coast Guard

China Opinion

Opinion | Under Trump, is the US no longer interested in playing maritime referee?

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Military

Taiwan unveils ‘carrier killer’ plans in bid to deter mainland Chinese forces

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Analysts say Taiwan’s Hsiung Feng missiles are not enough to counter the PLA Navy. Photo: AFP

Trends

Why Asian women are reclaiming tradition with teeth blackening

Aspiring fashion designer Mou Isabel Phung, who goes by Mou, at Camille Renée’s senior show at the Columbus College of Art and Design. Photo: Gabrielle Shamon
A child reacts as Kuomintang party supporters rally against a recall election in Taipei on July 25. Photo: Reuters
Hong Kong politics

Opinion | How fear became a tool of manipulation, not just in Hong Kong

Without truth and transparency, fear can become a debilitating political tool that stifles opportunity and progress for everyone.

Education in Hong Kong

South China Morning Post journalist gets Hong Kong Baptist University fellowship

SCMP

PostMag wins 2 SOPA 2025 awards for culture reporting and design

Hong Kong politics

Hong Kong tax chief dismisses claims reporters singled out for audits

‘I want to emphasise that we absolutely do not do this,’ inland revenue commissioner says after journalists’ group raises concerns.

Revenue Tower at Wan Chai. 01JUN22. SCMP / Dickson Lee
Hong Kong society

Hong Kong’s South China Morning Post scoops 4 prizes at Global Media Awards

Post’s #852stories series secures third place in Best New Video Product or Feature category during ceremony in New York.

Hong Kong politics

Hong Kong journalist group slams ‘tax review on 20 reporters, groups’

Hong Kong Journalists Association says Inland Revenue Department’s moves have placed extra stress on the reporters and media groups.

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Hong Kong’s South China Morning Post wins 9 photo, video awards

Post photographers and video team honoured in Hong Kong Press Photographers Association competitions.

Sam Tsang’s shot of a construction worker’s clothing catching fire after an accident in Kwun Tong won the Breaking News category. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong society

South China Morning Post collects 12 prizes at Hong Kong News Awards ceremony

Chief Executive John Lee also urges journalists to uphold professionalism amid increased protectionism and hegemony globally.

Hong Kong society

Hong Kong’s South China Morning Post wins 94 awards at news design competition

Post’s medal haul includes three gold, 11 silver and 24 bronze awards at Best of News Design Creative Competition.

US-China relations

‘Jimmy Lai Way’: US call to honour jailed tycoon by renaming Washington street

Bill put forward by bipartisan group of US House members comes a day after US State Department sanctioned six Hong Kong officials.

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When announcing a bill to rename a Washington street “Jimmy Lai Way”, US congressman Chris Smith said: “We want to remind every HKETO employee of their part in dismantling the freedoms that once made Hong Kong the most vibrant and prosperous city in Asia”. Photo: Edmond So
Hong Kong entertainment

Award-winning director Soi Cheang appointed to Hong Kong Film Development Council

‘Twilight of the Warriors: Walled In’ director will advise on local film production, nurturing talent, expanding markets and building audiences.

‘Twilight of the Warriors: Walled In’ director Soi Cheang Pou-soi has been appointed a government adviser on policies on the development of the local film industry. Photo: Sam Tsang
Art

The best inspiration is found at home, this artist finds

Chow Chun-fai has chosen veteran journalist-turned-gallery owner Sharon Cheung as his muse for his latest series of paintings to be displayed at Art Basel Hong Kong.

Hong Kong society

South China Morning Post wins 12 prizes at Hong Kong News Awards

Editor-in-chief Tammy Tam praises ‘outstanding’ work, as Post picks up awards across categories from writing and reporting to photography and design.

Jimmy Lai trial

Hong Kong’s Jimmy Lai ‘withheld’ sensitive information in bid to meet US official

Admission contradicts previous denial that he had deliberately concealed his intended meeting with then US No 2 official Mike Pence.

Jimmy Lai has admitted trying to win a court’s permission to travel to the US five years ago by withholding “politically sensitive” information about his plan to meet the country’s vice-president. Photo: AP
Hong Kong courts

Jimmy Lai denies being Chinese, tells trial: ‘We are Hong Kong people’

‘You’re a Chinese person,’ bemused Hong Kong judge says to ex-media boss.

Jimmy Lai is standing trial on two conspiracy charges of collusion with foreign forces and a third of conspiracy to print and distribute seditious publications. Photo: AFP
Hong Kong courts

‘How could I know’: Hong Kong’s Jimmy Lai on ‘dangerous’ Apple Daily op-eds

Prosecutors accuse former media boss of allowing three offensive commentaries to be published in his tabloid, court hears.

Jimmy Lai trial

Hong Kong’s Jimmy Lai denies op-ed pushed for sanctions on then-city leader

Prosecutors grill Lai over piece about Carrie Lam and sanctions published weeks after national security law took effect in 2020.

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Jimmy Lai trial

Jimmy Lai admits to pushing for unofficial Hong Kong Legco ‘primary’

Ex-media boss says he ‘did not tell the truth’ earlier about poll, adding he obtained quote for vote-counting software and advised on timing.

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Jimmy Lai before a court appearance in 2020. Photo: AP
Jimmy Lai trial

Hong Kong’s Jimmy Lai denies concealing plan to meet US vice-president in 2020

Former media boss acknowledges ‘negligence’ in planning to meet then US vice-president Mike Pence after national security law implemented.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Hong Kong tycoon Richard Li to sell HKEJ publisher to PCCW for US$9 million

PCCW to pay 0.69 times revenue for the unprofitable publishing firm, versus 0.64 times average of industry peers.

From our archives

In 1977, a local teacher murdered his wife in a brutal hacking in Hong Kong

The couple were married in China in 1944, but fell out of touch when the husband moved to Hong Kong in 1949 and remarried – when they reconnected in 1962, the situation became untenable.

Policemen drive to Hing Wah Estate with a murder suspect as part of their investigation into the murder of Tsang Yuen-wan. Photo: SCMP/Yau Tin-kwai
Jimmy Lai trial

Hong Kong’s Jimmy Lai admits to urging US to revoke visas of officials’ children

Prosecutors question Lai about his overseas political connections on 31st day of media owner’s verbal testimony in marathon trial.

Jimmy Lai has denied two conspiracy charges of collusion with foreign forces and a third count of conspiracy to print and distribute seditious publications. Photo: Reuters
Jimmy Lai trial

Hong Kong’s Jimmy Lai denies stirring up trouble on ex-US diplomat’s orders

But Lai says he was eager to engage James Cunningham to help Hong Kong delegation garner US support on extradition bill.

Jimmy Lai trial

Judges grill Hong Kong’s Jimmy Lai over calls for Taiwan to join US alliance

Remarks prompt two High Court judges to question Apple Daily founder over his earlier claim that he opposed Taiwan’s independence.

Jimmy Lai trial

Jimmy Lai denies instigating US move to revoke Hong Kong special economic status

But court hears former media boss messaged right-hand man to say it was ‘right’ to force Beijing to meet Washington’s demands.

Jimmy Lai tells the court he never communicated directly with Mary Kissel or other US government staff to avoid causing them “inconvenience”. Photo: AFP
Jimmy Lai trial

Hong Kong’s Jimmy Lai wanted to grab US attention with security law prosecution

Unpublished letter reveals Lai felt he was targeted because he had ‘embarrassed’ Beijing by exposing its ‘hollow’ promises.

Jimmy Lai has said he became “very careful” and “cautious” after the national security law’s implementation. Photo: Reuters
Jimmy Lai trial

Jimmy Lai tells court he could have fled Hong Kong in 2020 but chose to stay

Ex-media boss gave an interview right after the enactment of security law, saying that he would fight for democracy in a ‘different way’.

Jimmy Lai trial

Hong Kong’s Jimmy Lai denies inciting others to breach the national security law

Ex-media boss tells court he had always cautioned others to refrain from crossing the line and committing an offence.

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