Singapore court upholds teen’s 16-year jail term for killing schoolmate with axe

The student killed Ethan Hun Zhe Kai at River Valley High School toilet in 2021.

China’s stock market could enjoy ‘instant’ boost from 2 trillion yuan fund: think tank

Institute of Finance and Banking under the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences says the fund would enhance the stability of the capital market and promote steady growth.

Hong Kong debuts as host for the vibrant Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area Culture and Arts Festival

Under the theme “"Integration in Diversity - Power and Possibilities," the festival presents over 260 performances, exhibitions and exchange activities held across the GBA. It’s a mega celebration of the region’s artistic heritage, enriched by diverse cultures from around the world and energised by lively creativity and youthful dynamism.

Could Ugandan rail deal convince China to help get Kenyan project back on track?

A recently announced rail project in Uganda could have wide-ranging implications for neighbouring Kenya, observers say.

Doomed US submarine, quantum computer hacking experiment: 7 science highlights

From a declassified Chinese operation to possible building blocks for a lunar base, here are a few highlights from SCMP’s recent science reporting.

Biden says global leaders are terrified of a possible Trump return

Joe Biden says a second Trump presidency would undermine democracies worldwide.

Tropical Storm Trami triggers floods in Philippines, trapping some people on roofs

Schools and government offices closed on Luzon island, while thousands of passengers were stranded in several seaports.

Hong Kong’s Michael Suen, who unveiled policy to stop post-handover housing crisis, dies at 80

The former top government official died in his sleep after suffering various diseases for years, sources say.

Qualcomm may lose licence to design its own chips on Arm standards

The cancellation escalates a legal dispute between two major companies that helped advance the smartphone industry.

Photos capture exact moment Israeli missile strikes building in Beirut

Associated Press images provide a striking look at the speed, power and devastation of modern warfare.