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Daniel Siad had ties with Jeffrey Epstein. Photo: US Department of Justice
France

Modelling scout with links to Epstein found dead in France

Daniel Siad, 69, was one of several men accused of helping the US financier traffic and abuse women.

US-China relations

Crawfish soup on Mars? US Senate hears worries over China’s scientific ambitions

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Japan

Officials’ lavish travel sparks scrutiny of political spending in Japan

Beauty

7 best beauty looks of Paris Haute Couture Week 2026, from Dior to Chanel

Schiaparelli, Robert Wun, Jean Paul Gaultier and more paired their extravagant haute couture looks with eye-catching make-up and hair that almost stole the show.

Paris Haute Couture Week 2026, held in early July, saw designers like Viktor & Rolf, Jean Paul Gaultier and Schiaparelli adding sparkles and texture to their pieces with striking beauty looks. Photos: Handout
Style Edit

Style Edit: Fred jewellery shines with a timeless elegance that’s 90 years young

The French executive speaks to Style about LVMH’s ‘sunshine jeweller’, its iconic Force 10 pieces and elegant high jewellery.

Style Edit

Style Edit: The legacy behind Buccellati’s handcrafted jewellery – interview

The Swiss executive tells Style about the maison’s new Venetian-inspired Serenissima collection and its devotion to artisanal excellence.

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France

Wildfires scorch historic forest near Paris as suspected arsonists arrested

Fire in Fontainebleau forest near Paris is among several wildfires in western Europe as summer temperatures soar.

A view from Milly-la-Foret shows smoke rising from a wildfire in the Fontainebleau forest near Paris. Photo: Reuters
Ukraine war

Ukraine allies meet in Paris to boost air defence, pressure Russia to end war

The 37-member Coalition of the Willing aims to develop ‘purely defensive’ anti-ballistic capabilities in Europe.

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China’s private sector

In just 7 days: China’s Midea rushes 20,000 air cons to France amid heatwave

Europe’s lethal heatwave drives China’s appliance giant to sprint production and slash delivery times.

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Fashion

Born in Hong Kong, loved by Blackpink’s Lisa and Cardi B. Who is Robert Wun?

The couturier, 34, talks about going from a hostile Hong Kong boys’ school to the London College of Fashion to dressing top celebrities.

Hong Kong-born and London-based fashion designer Robert Wun with a model wearing one of his creations in Paris on July 7, 2026. Photo: AFP
Paris Fashion Week: Haute Couture

Paris Haute Couture Week 2026: Balenciaga, Jean Paul Gaultier and Robert Wun

Day 3 saw dazzling debuts from Pierpaolo Piccioli at Balenciaga and Duran Lantink at Jean Paul Gaultier, while Cardi B attended Robert Wun’s show wearing one of his playful new gowns.

Dramatic shapes and vivid colours at Balenciaga haute couture fall/winter 2026-27. Photos: Handout
Robotics

‘Space race of our time’: can Europe compete with China, US in humanoid robots?

At the 2026 Machina Summit, European executives identify severe data training bottlenecks as a major obstacle – and urge policymakers to act.

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France

France’s Le Pen says she will run for president despite embezzlement conviction

An appeal court on Tuesday upheld Le Pen’s conviction for misusing public EU funds but shortened her ban on holding public office.

Haute Couture

Paris Haute Couture Week 2026: Dior and Schiaparelli for fall/winter

Bad Bunny, Michelle Yeoh and Emma Corrin were among the stars spotted at Schiaparelli, while Dior’s bridal piece had fans speculating about Taylor Swift’s wedding dress.

The Dior haute couture fall/winter 2026-27 show had plenty of pleats. Photo: AFP
China exports

Video | Europeans snap up Chinese-made air conditioners amid heatwave

Appliance makers Midea, Gree and TLC report surge in sales in major European markets as people around the continent struggle to stay cool.

Chinese cooling units in high demand amid Europe’s deadly heatwave
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Crime

Millions in Lalique jewellery stolen in daring French museum raid

Local mayor hits out at ‘major failure’ of security company after break-in by masked gang.

Singapore

US touts regional ‘balance’ in missile sale to Singapore. What does it mean?

The latest deal sheds light on distinct strategies in a broader American policy of ‘distributed deterrence’, analysts say.

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Climate change

Video | European heatwave sparks scramble for air conditioners

Only 18 to 26 per cent of French households had air conditioning in April.

Only 18 to 26 per cent of French households had air conditioning in April
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France

In heatwave-baked France, ‘madness’ and chaos grip air-conditioner shoppers

Consumers in Paris besiege Lidl supermarkets for low-cost cooling units, leading to long queues and brawls.

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China-EU relations

China’s Fifa fever, EU’s trade deadline: 7 global relations reads

From the Quad’s critical mineral agenda to Shein’s Paris ousting, here are highlights from the SCMP’s overseas correspondents in June 2026.

France

Macron urges more opposition to the death penalty as global executions rise

At a global summit in Paris, the French president defends human dignity amid a surge in state killings.

French President Emmanuel Macron delivering his speech on Tuesday. Photo: Reuters
Extreme weather

Couple detained in France after 15-month-old twins die of dehydration

Four other children hospitalised as prosecutors investigate a tragedy unfolding during summer heatwave.

The sun blazes behind a pharmacy sign displaying an extreme temperature reading in France. Photo: AFP
E-commerce

China’s cooling, e-commerce giants see sales surge as Europe heat sizzles

Alibaba notes surge in retail and business-to-business orders, Midea reports sharp revenue rise, and Gree sales get bump in major European markets.

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Extreme weather

Europe’s record heat has overwhelmed Paris mortuaries

With temperatures eclipsing 40 degrees Celsius, heat-related deaths are rising.

France

France sees 1,000 excess deaths during record-breaking heatwave

Most of the fatalities involved older people and the mortality rate is expected to rise.

A woman walks near water fountains in Beziers, southern France on Monday. The latest bout of exceptionally high temperatures to hit Europe has seen outdoor events cancelled, transport disrupted, schools shut and office workers told to work from home. Photo: AFP
China exports

As Europe sizzles amid extreme heat, the hunt for China’s ACs remains elusive

While Europe sweats its way through torturous temperatures of up to 40 degrees Celsius, China cannot get ACs transported over fast enough.

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People swim in the Canal Saint-Martin on Friday after public swimming was permitted in certain areas due to high temperatures amid a heatwave in Paris. Photo: Reuters
France

French heatwave packs hotels as city dwellers struggle to sleep

French people struggling to beat the heat have booked up hotel rooms for pool and air conditioner access as temperatures hit a record 40.9 degrees celsius.

Hong Kong transport

Cathay Pacific says sorry to actor Wu Chun over 3-day luggage delay ordeal

Online posts by the Mandopop star, who was earlier featured in the airline’s promotional campaign, trigger backlash against carrier.

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