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AirAsia planes stand on the tarmac at Kuala Lumpur International Airport Terminal 2 on January 21. Photo: Reuters
US, Israel war on Iran

Asian airfares look set to fall as jet fuel prices ease on US-Iran deal

Budget carriers will lead the charge but the pace is likely to be gradual as airlines wait for more clarity on the Iran war, experts say.

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The Future of Marketing in Asia

Basking in the shadows: marketing to and through Hong Kong

Wellness

Singapore aims to lead Asia’s wellness race with US$770 million complex

Myanmar

Singaporean woman jailed for slapping, punching helper over job performance

Hazel Phang Fong Yen was also ordered to pay US$3,422 in compensation for repeated physical assaults on the Myanmar national.

Singapore’s skyline. A woman was jailed for abusing her domestic worker in the city state. Photo: Xinhua
Donald Trump

New poll shows eroding global trust in Trump and America

Pew survey across 36 nations found just 23 per cent of respondents had confidence in Trump to do the right thing in world affairs.

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Hong Kong economy

Editorial | Why it matters that Hong Kong is surging in global rankings

The city cannot afford complacency if it is to remain unrivalled as a bridge between China and the world.

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China food security

Global farming, Chinese food imports at stake as El Nino threatens drought

Sharpest risks to occur in the Global South, with countries facing conflict and economic stress being the worst hit: United Nations’ FAO.

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An aerial view of barren farmland on the banks of the Cipamingkis River in Indonesia's West Java province. Photo: NurPhoto via Getty Images
BTS

Chinese, Japanese fans fuel surge in Singapore hotel rates for BTS shows

Some fans complained about the high room prices and suggested staying in neighbouring Johor Bahru instead.

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Mental health

‘So much pressure’: why Singapore lawyers don’t last beyond courtship phase

Poor mental health is the main reason for young lawyers leaving the profession in droves, a new survey has found.

SCMP Highlights

Tourists in China call locals smelly, Singapore vs London: 7 Asia highlights

From Malaysian tourists in China to a fatal school shooting in the Philippines, here are a few highlights from SCMP’s recent Asia reporting.

Malaysian tourists have sparked outrage at home with viral videos mocking locals in China. Photo: Threads
Thailand

Thailand auctions US$18 million superyacht linked to supersized fraud

Nearly US$700 million in assets have been seized in Thailand so far, an example of the amount of dirty money sloshing through the economy.

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Atlas, a superyacht belonging to fugitive financier Benjamin Mauerberger, goes under the hammer on Tuesday. Photo: Anti-Money Laundering Office
Sexual harassment and assault

Indian man jailed for molesting flight attendant on Singapore Airlines plane

Akash Tiwari was also ordered to pay US$982 in compensation to the victim who told him not to touch her, but he smirked instead of apologising.

Artificial intelligence

Singaporean man traumatised over ex-schoolmate’s AI photos of them as family

The man, who says he hardly knew the schoolmate, has filed a police report and set all his social media accounts to private.

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Russia

Why Wong-Putin meeting doesn’t mean Singapore’s going soft on Russia

Singapore needs to balance its tough stance on the Ukraine war with its responsibilities towards other Asean nations, experts say.

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Singaporean Prime Minister Lawrence Wong (left) and Russian President Vladimir Putin shake hands during their meeting on the sidelines of the Russia-Asean Summit in Kazan on Thursday. Photo: Sputnik/AP
Myanmar

Did Myanmar-China talks spawn a more emboldened junta?

China and India have been jostling for influence in Myanmar as the Asean member remains embroiled in civil war.

Chinese President Xi Jinping holds talks with Myanmar President Min Aung Hlaing at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing on June 16. Photo: Xinhua
SCMP Highlights

‘Lying flat’ goes mainstream, Singapore mall finds God: 5 weekend reads

From the hidden cost of China’s EV boom to a dad losing 27kg for his daughter, here are five stories you may have missed over the weekend.

Hong Kong property

Hong Kong banks force sales of distressed commercial property to control losses

Banks are prioritising loss control over loan extensions, forcing some owners to sell assets, restructure debt or surrender control.

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Asian cinema

‘Overwhelming’ demand sparks extra Teochew shows for Dear You in Singapore

The decision comes after all eight of the Chinese migration film’s previously announced Teochew-language screenings sold out.

People pose in front of a billboard of “Dear You” during the film’s premiere in Singapore on Wednesday. Photo: Xinhua
Mental health

Silent no more: why more Singaporean men are finally speaking out

MenToo is an initiative that aims to address mental health by connecting men and giving them room to discuss issues weighing on them.

International Property

Foreign buyers proceed with caution on Thai luxury villas after loophole closes

As of early this year, Thai authorities had prosecuted more than 850 companies for financial damages involving lost revenue of US$458 million.

Retailing

Sin to salvation: how Singapore’s most notorious mall found God

Orchard Towers, once a byword for vice, is now part of a megachurch trend repurposing retail spaces from Jakarta to Kuala Lumpur.

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Orchard Towers in Singapore pictured on Friday. Cornerstone Community Church officially opened weekly services at the Orchard Road landmark in January. Photo: Jean Iau
Hong Kong society

Easy money or risky business? What can Hong Kong do as prediction markets boom?

Despite official warnings ahead of World Cup, Polymarket and Kalshi remain popular with residents who bet on everything from politics to weather.

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Illustration: Henry Wong
Extreme weather

Asia’s shaky food supply shudders as ‘super’ El Nino arrives

Every few years, the Pacific runs a fever. This year, it could be worse than anything seen for decades, scientists warn.

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Diplomacy

Singapore vs London: how similar are these ‘global powerhouses’?

Critics challenge Sadiq Khan’s ‘global powerhouse’ claim, pointing out differences in safety, crime and governance in both places.

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Electric & new energy vehicles

Chinese EV makers debut right-hand drive models for Southeast Asian push

Chinese brands, including BYD, Jaecoo and Wuling Motors, captured 17.6 per cent of Indonesia’s car market in the first quarter of 2026.

A view of the show floor at the International Automotive and Supply Chain Expo in Hong Kong on Thursday. Photo: May Tse
Malaysia

Malaysia’s World Cup betting crackdown nets major cash seizure

Some 58 suspects arrested in nationwide raids as Southeast Asia steps up the fight against illicit gambling during the tournament.

Mexican fans celebrate after the Fifa World Cup match between Mexico and South Korea at the Guadalajara Stadium in Zapopan on Thursday. Photo: Reuters
Hong Kong economy

Opinion | Invest in Hong Kong’s creativity and local brands to unlock soft power

Hong Kong is blessed with ambitious, creative local brands. Investing in them will help set the city apart from other shopping destinations.

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Indonesia

Indonesia market sell-off fuels anti-Singapore sentiment online

Politics and finance collide as some social media users claim Singapore stands to gain from negative sentiment towards Indonesia.

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