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A child uses a mobile phone at a park in Denpasar, Bali, Indonesia, last month. Photo: EPA
Social media

Southeast Asia wants children off social media. Will it work?

Indonesia is leading a regional push to ban children from social media platforms. Enforcement is another matter, however.

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Artificial intelligence

Singapore ranks No 1 for cyber defences but boardrooms are the weak link

Hong Kong economy

Opinion | How Hong Kong can beat Singapore as the launch pad for Chinese firms

US, Israel war on Iran

Closed? Open? Closed? Why is Iran changing course on the Strait of Hormuz?

Tehran is looking for room to manoeuvre on bigger issues as a ceasefire deadline looms next week, observers say.

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The closure of the Strait of Hormuz seems to be a tactic by Iran to gain leverage in future talks with the United States. Photo: EU/Coperniucus Sentinal-2 via Reuters
US, Israel war on Iran

Opinion | Passage through the Strait of Hormuz is a right in war and peace

Neutral ships have a legal right of passage, even in war. Singapore has defended international law, which provides for a stable world order.

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Malaysia

In Malaysia, unlicensed street photography becomes focus of crackdown

Kuala Lumpur authorities have seized photographic equipment from five foreigners since a warning in early April.

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Asian airlines face ‘major headwind’ from jet fuel costs, forcing flight changes

Fuel has jumped from 25 per cent of total operating costs for airlines to nearly 45 per cent in a matter of weeks, analysts say.

Aircraft queue up on the tarmac before taking off at Mumbai airport. Photo: AFP
Indonesia

Indonesia’s Surabaya cracks down on absentee fathers for dodging child support

The city’s child support laws have drawn overseas interest, including Australia, as single mothers urge more help for their legal redress.

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US, Israel war on Iran

US oil floats to top as Asia looks for Middle Eastern alternatives amid Iran war

Buyers from Japan, South Korea, Singapore and Thailand have helped push May sales to over 60 million barrels, the highest in three years.

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Hong Kong economy

Bars gearing up for bumper Hong Kong Sevens weekend

Bar operators dismiss concerns that higher airfares because of Middle East war will deter rugby fans from visiting city.

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Pub-goers enjoy a few drinks in Lan Kwai Fong ahead of this weekend’s rugby. Photo: Sam Tsang
Taiwan

What does Japan’s role in a US-Philippine military drill mean for Taiwan?

Tokyo’s 1,400 combat troops mark most extensive participation yet in annual joint exercise and signal ‘priorities’ to Beijing, analysts say.

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The Japan Self-Defence Forces will deploy about 1,400 personnel for the Balikatan exercise, an annual large-scale joint military drill between the Philippines and the United States. Photo: Shutterstock
Artificial intelligence

Black market workarounds scale up for Claude as Anthropic tightens ID checks

Chinese developers are bypassing new ID checks as demand for Claude remains strong despite official restrictions.

Taiwan

Hong Kong, mainland China equities see largest US investor inflows in 3 years

Asia now accounts for 24 per cent of all US investors’ foreign holdings – the highest share in over a decade.

Australia

Indian man charged with sexual assault of passenger on Singapore-Perth flight

If convicted of sexual intercourse without consent, the suspect faces a jail term of up to 12 years.

A man was charged in Australia with sexually assaulting a passenger on a Perth-bound Scoot flight. Photo: AFP
SCMP Highlights

Family of 7 ‘hot’ dentists; Hainan chicken rice roots: 7 Lifestyle highlights

From Joey Yung’s journey to Cantopop stardom to a mother’s inspiring weight loss story, here are seven stories from SCMP’s recent reporting.

The Chen family (from left): Aleq, Audree, Jennifer, Leon, Nina, Nasdaq and Niq. All seven members of the family are dentists. Photo: Niq Chen
IPO

Sigenergy jumps 103% in Hong Kong debut on rising energy storage demand

The Shanghai-based firm’s shares closed at HK$659.50, versus its offer price of HK$324.20 after it raised US$560 million from its IPO.

Malaysia

Petrol patrol: Malaysia sends police to guard border stations as fuel leaks rise

Malaysia is trying to prevent its heavily subsidised petrol and diesel from being siphoned across land and sea borders as the global energy crisis bites.

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US, Israel war on Iran

Can Iran’s small, fast-attack boats challenge US naval blockade of Hormuz?

Iran’s conventional navy might be decimated, but its large fleet of high-speed boats could well pose a threat, analysts in China say.

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“Forever in Iran’s hand”, a large billboard proclaims in Persian in a reference to the Strait of Hormuz, in Tehran on April 15. Photo: EPA
The Philippines

Why Southeast Asian nations are skipping major US-Philippine Balikatan drills

Given the rivalry between Washington and Beijing, joining the annual military exercise may risk being seen as picking the US, analysts say.

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Japan

Japan to provide US$10 billion support to help Asia secure oil

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi says the support will be equivalent to as much as 1.2 billion ⁠barrels of oil.

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United States

Singapore balances national interest with rising anti-US sentiment

Negative public sentiment does not immediately translate to worsening bilateral ties as the US remains an important partner, experts say.

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A banner at a protest in Singapore’s Hong Lim Park on Saturday shows past and present US presidents with horns on their heads. Photo: Instagram/sgacadboycott
Hong Kong economy

Paul Chan backs Hong Kong to be world’s No 2 financial hub within 15 years

Finance chief says city’s strengths are its stable environment and strong growth.

Hong Kong retained its position as Asia’s top financial centre and ranked third globally. Photo: Jelly Tse
Malaysia

Malaysian man jailed in Singapore for raping, robbing Filipino helper

Harvin Velanggany also saw an Indian man, whose case is pending before the courts, allegedly assault the victim previously.

Food and Drinks

Your Hong Kong Sevens weekend food guide for April 17-19

Enjoy delicious treats at Dorsett Kai Tak’s rugby village, a sea cucumber menu at The Murray, and a taste of Singaporean pastries at Common Man Coffee Roasters’ pop-up.

Social media

Singapore eatery faces 1-star review mob over US$1.57 water fee

Eat First’s review bombing highlights the performative nature of online protests without lasting change.

Eat First was hit with a deluge of negative reviews after it charged US$1.57 for outside water as part of a restaurant policy. Photo: Facebook/eatfirstsg
US, Israel war on Iran

Asia’s energy supply at breaking point as US blockades Hormuz

Nearly 90 per cent of the region’s crude oil is now at risk as stalled peace talks and a naval stand-off raise the spectre of stagflation.

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A liquefied natural gas tanker is seen at a port in Yokohama, Japan’s Kanagawa prefecture, on April 8. Photo: AFP
SCMP Highlights

Japan’s sakura season rift, Singapore’s Hormuz stance: 7 Asia highlights

From Japan’s sakura season rift to a defamation hearing, here are a few highlights from SCMP’s recent Asia reporting.

Artificial intelligence

China profits from US AI boom despite Washington’s tech curbs, research says

Country remains ‘enmeshed in Asian supply chains’ and is likely to benefit from US AI spending, report says.

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