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The University of Hong Kong climbed from 21st to 11th in the QS rankings. Photo: Karma Lo
Education in Hong Kong

Why are Hong Kong, mainland universities rising in global rankings as US ones fall?

Asian institutions climbed in QS top 200 list over five years, while 73 per cent of US universities fell, with eight dropping out.

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C-Suite Content Hub

Navigating the Leviathans: Professor John Mearsheimer and the resurgence of great power politics

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Trending in China

New China dog rental trend sparks animal stress warnings

Hong Kong

Sophia the robot learns to sing as Hong Kong teaches androids the joys of music

You’ve seen them dance, lift heavy objects and perform stunts. Now, robots are taking centre stage as singers and musicians.

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Sophia the singing robot and Johnny Poon, conductor and dean of creative arts at the Hong Kong Baptist University. Photo: Alexander Mak
John Lee

Exclusive | Northern Metropolis needs early success stories to draw investors, John Lee says

Hong Kong leader points to Hetao park as key aspect of project that can convince mainland and global investors to get on board.

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Hong Kong economy

Exclusive | ‘Further reforms’: John Lee vows more changes ahead for economy

Hong Kong leader also says city’s five-year plan will secure policy continuity while ensuring ‘attention, energy and resources’ align with wider developments.

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John Lee

Exclusive | ‘Not giving up on any market’: John Lee on his push for Hong Kong’s interests

Traditional markets such as US and Europe matter just as much even as city seeks new partners, Hong Kong leader says.

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City leader John Lee says the complex geopolitical situation will only highlight Hong Kong’s clear edge as a “safe, stable and secure society” for investors. Photo: Dickson Lee
Hong Kong society

Minister defends decisions leading up to girl’s death hours after mother’s suicide

Mother and daughter fell from same flat hours apart after reported argument over studies, raising concerns over level of mental support.

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Hong Kong economy

Exclusive | Hong Kong tech park tender targets strong bidders with HK$100m bond rule

Industry leaders say HSITP requirement suggests ‘well-capitalised’ bidders being targeted to eliminate risk of stalled, abandoned projects.

United States

SCMP Plus exclusive: meet John Mearsheimer in person

The distinguished University of Chicago political scientist is set to be featured in an exclusive in-person event for SCMP Plus subscribers in Hong Kong.

Asian cinema: Hong Kong film

How the Young and Dangerous films of the 1990s made triad gangsters sexy

As Young and Dangerous turns 30, we look back at the six-film series that marked a shift in how gangsters were portrayed.

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(From left) Jordan Chan, Michael Tse, Ekin Cheng and Jason Chu in a still from Young and Dangerous (1996). Jerry Lamb also stars. Photo: Golden Harvest
Hong Kong society

Baby Danny DNA case sparks calls for Hong Kong to introduce home birth rules

DNA test results confirm arrested couple are parents of unregistered two-month-old boy.

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Hong Kong society

How a couple lost 3 kids in as many countries and were arrested in Hong Kong

Authorities to take baby boy into protection after parents initially refuse DNA test for birth registration, with sisters also victims of a troubled history.

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Xi Jinping

Video | How will Putin’s China visit compare to Trump’s?

While the Russian leader’s two-day visit is unlikely to feature the pomp of the US president’s trip, analysts say it could be heavier on substance.

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2026 Xi-Trump summits

Xi Jinping meets foreign leaders: tracker, May 2026

Russian President Vladimir Putin will visit China right after the Trump-Xi summit.

US President Donald Trump gestures towards Chinese President Xi Jinping during a visit to gardens in the Zhongnanhai leadership compound in Beijing. Photo: Reuters

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2026 Xi-Trump summits

Privacy screens and police dogs: how Beijing is preparing for Trump’s visit

The Chinese capital intensifies security and clears hotels ahead of the summit between Xi Jinping and Donald Trump.

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Hong Kong national security law

Wanted ‘Hong Kong Parliament’ member may be deported from Thailand

Zhang Xinyan arrested for overstaying visa and is reportedly set to be deported to mainland China.

Zhang Xinyan was among the 15 overseas activists added to the city’s wanted list in July last year for their involvement in the so-called parliament. Photo: Jelly Tse
Education in Hong Kong

Hong Kong schools record net student rise for 2 years straight

Figures shift from net decrease to net increase after Top Talent Pass Scheme launched and annual quota for another key admission scheme removed.

Hong Kong society

SCMP takes home 3 honours from Global Media Awards, including win for infographic

International News Media Association’s awards event gave SCMP graphic on deadly Tai Po fire first place for best use of visual journalism.

Hong Kong politics

Entire Hong Kong Legco to visit Beijing for first time since 1997 handover

Lawmakers have been told visit to the capital will run from July 19 to 25, SCMP has learned.

All 90 lawmakers are expected to join the delegation to visit Beijing in July. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong tourism

Authorities vow action after woman poses with detached MacLehose Trail sign

Conservation department pledges to follow up case after wooden sign became dislodged from stand along first section of popular hiking trail.

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A viral photo of a woman holding a detached MacLehose Trail sign in Sai Kung has drawn criticism online. Photo: Handout
SCMP Highlights

Filipino contestant’s viral swimsuit moment, UAE’s Opec exit: 7 Asia highlights

From Malaysian Indians frustrating scammers to Japan sharing warship design, here are a few highlights from SCMP’s recent Asia reporting.

Diplomacy

The big shift in Xi Jinping’s travel plans and what it means for China

Data analysis by the SCMP reveals a changing dynamic in Beijing towards high-level diplomatic meetings.

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Artificial intelligence

China’s Alibaba, ByteDance and Zhipu AI make the cut on Time’s first AI A-list

China’s leading AI firms earn global recognition as Time debuts a dedicated industry list dominated by US tech giants.

Time said Alibaba had emerged as a major global force in AI through its open-source push. Photo: Reuters
SCMP Highlights

Takaichi faces headwinds, Filipino retiree loses life savings: 7 Asia highlights

From Indonesia’s ambitions outside of Asean to how a Filipino retiree lost his life savings, here are a few highlights from SCMP’s recent Asia reporting.

Japan’s Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi (right) smiles during the vote on the government’s bill to establish a National Intelligence Council during a plenary session of the House of Representatives in Tokyo on April 23, 2026. Photo: AFP
Education in Hong Kong

ESF reserves reach HK$3.75 billion, even as government subsidies shrink

Hong Kong’s largest international school group also says in latest annual report it expects increased competition to bring in new students.

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Hong Kong society

SCMP scoops 74 awards, led by Hong Kong fencing infographic in design competition

Strong showing at 47th edition of Society for News Design’s Creative Competition, recognising excellence across digital, print and multimedia work.

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