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The Chinese University of Hong Kong’s campus in Sha Tin. Photo: Edmond So
Education in Hong Kong

Number of Hong Kong school leavers seeking education elsewhere hits 14-year low

Only 2,671 of 40,948 Form Six graduates pursuing full-time courses chose to study outside Hong Kong last year, the lowest level since 2012.

Mexico

Shooting at famed Mexico site kills foreign tourist, leaves several wounded

Banking & finance

Liquid courage: Hong Kong fund pitches whisky as alternative investment

Food and Drinks

How asparagus benefits your health – and the different ways to cook it

Chefs share their tips, from simple grilling to fermenting, highlighting the vegetable’s versatility and seasonal appeal … but why does it make your urine smell?

More people are waking up to the health benefits of eating asparagus. Photo: Shutterstock
SCMP Highlights

Hong Kong Sevens breaks records, Strait of Hormuz uncertainty: 5 weekend reads

From Iran’s effective low-cost missile to rugby fever in Hong Kong, here are five stories you may have missed over the weekend.

Hong Kong society

Letters | Hong Kong must be more proactive on diversity in the civil service

Readers discuss representation of non-Chinese ethnic groups in the civil service, drugs for rare diseases, and the littering problem.

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Japan

‘Dragon Ball’ diplomacy: Japan’s Takaichi builds rapport with personal touches

Japan’s first female prime minister uses expressive gestures, thoughtful gifts and music to connect with foreign leaders.

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Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi (right) and French President Emmanuel Macron strike the “Kamehameha” pose from the “Dragon Ball” manga after a joint press conference at the State Guest House in Tokyo on April 1. Photo: Kyodo
Mark Carney

Canada’s Carney says economic ties with US have become a ‘weakness’

In a blunt video address, Canada’s prime minister promises regular updates on efforts to diversify away from the US.

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Science

Canada Research Chair chemist Janusz Pawliszyn joins Chinese university

The Polish scientist who invented two widely used analytical chemistry techniques has been hired by one of his former students.

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Crime

Canada’s Kenneth Law to plead guilty in suicide kit case to avoid murder trial

The former cook is accused of helping 14 people kill themselves by selling a legal but deadly substance online.

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Kenneth Law will plead guilty to counselling or aiding suicide under a deal with Crown prosecutors. Photo: Peel Regional Police
Electric & new energy vehicles

Why Canadians dream of electric vehicle price cuts, thanks to China

Canada slashed tariffs on Chinese EVs from the start of last month, but Chinese brands have yet to set up showrooms.

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An electric vehicle charging device on display at the EV & Charging Expo 2026 in Toronto, Canada, on April 8. Photo: Xinhua
Banking & finance

HKEX proposes halving settlement cycle to boost Hong Kong’s financial profile

Bourse operator launches a consultation on shortening the share settlement cycle to one day, aiming to implement the reform in late 2027.

US, Israel war on Iran

‘Everybody’s suffering’: Kazakhstan seeks UN reforms amid fragile Iran truce

President Tokayev told the Antalya Diplomacy Forum that multilateralism is being undermined as major decisions move outside the UN framework.

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Science

Why is faecal bacteria presence in US hotels much higher than in China?

Luxury hotels clean up their act after filthy sanitation practices, including using the same sponge to clean cups, toilets and showers.

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It may be luxury, but is it clean? Surface faecal bacteria is present in some rooms, according to researchers. Photo: Shutterstock
Commodities

Geopolitics to drive Hong Kong mining fundraising amid ‘supercycle’, experts say

Hong Kong could see more mining IPOs as global demand for resources accelerates, though national security issues may slow deals: experts.

Heavy machinery handling bauxite and iron ore is seen in China’s eastern Shandong province. Photo: AFP
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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2026 Trump-Xi summit

Xi Jinping meets foreign leaders: tracker 2026

World leaders are flocking to Beijing this year as Trump’s trade war spurs US allies to look for new ties.

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Justin Trudeau

Canada’s Carney secures majority government with special election wins

With a ‌parliamentary majority, Mark Carney will have a freer hand to govern – ‌and solidify his grip on leading Canada.

Canada’s Prime Minister Mark Carney. Photo: The Canadian Press via AP
Asia travel

Lack of fuel reserves forces Southeast Asian flight cuts amid Hormuz crisis

Airlines are cutting flights, as dependence on Middle Eastern fuel hits operators from Pakistan to New Zealand.

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Mark Carney

Canadian PM Carney on verge of majority government amid special elections

Votes are being cast in three districts. Winning just one of them would give the Liberals the ability to unilaterally pass any bill.

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United States

Over the moon: Artemis astronauts make emotional homecoming after record trip

The travellers were back in Texas on the 56th anniversary of the Apollo 13 launch that made the phrase ‘Houston, we have a problem’ famous.

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Artemis II astronauts Jeremy Hansen, Christina Koch, Victor Glover and Reid Wiseman react during a welcoming ceremony in Houston, Texas, on Saturday. Photo: AFP
Japan

Japan’s Middle East oil habit gets an Iran war reality check

Almost all of Japan’s oil comes from the Middle East. A closed strait turned that dependence into a trap.

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Storage tanks are seen at an oil refinery in Yokohama, Japan’s Kanagawa prefecture, as Mount Fuji looms in the background. Photo: AFP
Taiwan

Takeaways from Cheng Li-wun’s press conference about meeting with Xi Jinping

KMT chairwoman says that with talks in Beijing, her party has taken the first step to defuse tensions across the Taiwan Strait.

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SCMP Highlights

Gingle Wang’s rise, Hong Kong chef’s Canadian bakery: 7 Lifestyle highlights

From a colon cancer survivor’s fitness to an exhibition on Chinese-British exchanges, here are seven stories from SCMP’s recent reporting.

Mark Carney

Canada’s Carney on verge of majority after another Conservative MP jumps ship

Marilyn Gladu’s defection means the PM is just one seat short of the majority he says he needs to deal with Trump.

Canada’s Prime Minister Mark Carney speaks in Brampton, Ontario, on Tuesday. Photo: Reuters
India

India’s space ambition set to soar after Artemis II moon mission’s success

The Indian space sector could work with international partners on future Chandrayaan and other lunar missions, analysts say.

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The Moon and Earth seen from the Orion spacecraft on Monday. Photo: Nasa/Xinhua
United States

Artemis crew snap historic Earthset photo and call ISS on way home

Earth-bound Nasa astronauts share striking photo and conduct the first moonship-to-spaceship radio link-up ever.

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United States

US Artemis II’s moon trip faces challenging toilet mission again over flushing

Ice may be preventing urine in the toilet from flushing completely while a smell is coming from the bathroom, Nasa team members say.

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