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Can lah: how Singlish is finding its voice in Singapore’s language story
A new study shows growing acceptance of Singlish as a key part of Singaporean identity and culture, reflecting an ‘evolution of attitudes’.
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Asean
Asean at 60: peace, prosperity and polite paralysis
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Hong Kong society
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Hongkong Post must deliver on innovation to survive
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Malaysia
Can Singapore-linked growth deliver votes for Johor’s ruling party?
Living costs and economic strides form the undertones of influence in Johor and Negeri Sembilan when voters head to the polls on July 11 and August 1.
12 Jun 2026 - 7:20PM
SCMP Highlights
Xi on North Korean military ties; US blacklists Chinese tech firms: 7 highlights
From Thailand’s suffering shrimp industry to China’s space firms anticipating SpaceX IPO, here are highlights from SCMP’s recent reporting.
12 Jun 2026 - 12:34PM
Crime
Singapore charges construction firm, boss over Tanjong Katong sinkhole lapses
Ohin Construction’s building works allegedly caused a sinkhole to open up along Tanjong Katong Road South last July, swallowing a car.
12 Jun 2026 - 9:32AM
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China-Latin America relations
Nvidia denies Latin America role in China chip smuggling
Suspicious bulk orders from unfamiliar countries are screened out, Nvidia’s regional chief says, as Chinese capital courts Brazil.
12 Jun 2026 - 2:17AM
Taiwan
What’s behind Beijing’s seabed mapping east of Taiwan?
Expert says knowledge of the waters and seabed could allow ‘more effective submarine and anti-submarine operations’.
11 Jun 2026 - 11:34PM
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Scams and swindles
Singapore uncovers US$18 million scheme to dodge US mattress tariffs, 3 charged
The men allegedly declared China-made mattresses as Singapore goods to avoid paying US anti-dumping duties.
11 Jun 2026 - 3:11PM
Thailand
Thai court sentences 2 Uygur men to death for 2015 Bangkok shrine bombing
The worst attack on the city in recent history killed 20, including tourists from China, Malaysia and Singapore.
11 Jun 2026 - 7:42PM
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1Malaysia Development Berhad (1MDB)
Singapore says Jho Low arrest warrants still in force despite US clemency bid
Several 1MDB-linked assets remain seized in Singapore, including those worth about US$78 million tied to Low and his family.
11 Jun 2026 - 10:20AM
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Hong Kong economy
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Why Hongkongers should be very interested in the Pinglu Canal
China-Asean trade is expected to surge as the Pinglu Canal synergises with the Hainan free-trade zone – creating demand for services Hong Kong can provide.
11 Jun 2026 - 8:07PM
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Banking & finance
New York leads, but Asia-Pacific’s financial hubs are on the rise
The centre of gravity is shifting east in the financial services world, but New York remains the global benchmark, says Colliers report.
10 Jun 2026 - 7:31PM
China shipbuilding
China’s shipyards pass fresh milestone with delivery of vast specialised carrier
China is already the world’s dominant builder of bulk carriers and container ships. Now, it is also capturing a rising share of hi-tech gas carrier orders.
10 Jun 2026 - 5:22PM
Russia
Singapore PM Lawrence Wong to visit Russia, first since Ukraine war sanctions
Ties between Singapore and Russia nosedived after the city state imposed sanctions against Moscow over its invasion of Ukraine in 2022.
10 Jun 2026 - 2:45PM
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Australia
Inside Australia’s first major new airport in more than 50 years
Western Sydney Airport in Badgerys Creek will operate 24 hours a day, unlike its current counterpart, which is subject to noise regulations.
10 Jun 2026 - 11:45AM
Ebola virus
Asia on Ebola alert: could the virus slip through regional defences?
While the risk of Ebola reaching Asia is low, experts urge governments to prioritise early detection over border controls.
10 Jun 2026 - 11:30AM
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Asean
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Like Hong Kong, Singapore proves itself a vital ‘superconnector’ economy
Readers discuss the critical role of superconnectors in a fragmented global economy, China’s ability to thrive in the face of adversity, and US sanctions on Cuba.
10 Jun 2026 - 11:30AM
Thailand
Thailand’s Thaksin officially free but faces new multimillion tax battle
The former prime minister, who was released on parole last month, has had his electronic monitoring device removed.
10 Jun 2026 - 9:18AM
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Social media
Singapore’s ban on anti-Indian posts exposes threat of race ‘weaponisation’
The posts from a China-based platform have sought to tap into unease on unemployment and ‘play on existing prejudices’, an analyst says.
10 Jun 2026 - 5:36PM
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Hong Kong property
US fintech firm iCapital doubles prime office space in Hong Kong
Company leases a 9,000 sq ft space in One IFC in Central, with an eye towards doubling its staff amid rising demand for wealth services.
10 Jun 2026 - 11:07AM
Hong Kong property
Singapore group deepens Hong Kong student housing push with tower purchase
Acquisition of 26-storey building highlights growing international appetite for city’s distressed assets as banks step up property disposals.
9 Jun 2026 - 7:34PM
Asean
As Putin courts Southeast Asia, does ‘Russia need Asean more’?
Southeast Asia needs energy. Russia needs friends. Next week’s summit in Kazan could offer opportunities for both sides.
9 Jun 2026 - 5:00PM
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Donald Trump
Trump’s forced-labour tariffs put Southeast Asia in the firing line
Washington’s proposed tariffs of 10 per cent to 12.5 per cent could push regional countries to accelerate economic integration.
9 Jun 2026 - 4:58PM
Ageing society
Singapore looks beyond baby bonuses as fertility hits record low
With fertility rates unlikely to rebound sharply, Singapore’s prime minister says it will need to rely more on AI and immigration.
9 Jun 2026 - 1:57PM
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Education in Hong Kong
Hong Kong school seeks ‘excellent character’ in new head after Singapore row
Vacancy announced after principal Lee Cheuk-hing’s summary dismissal over swearing at security guards during Singapore school trip.
9 Jun 2026 - 3:42PM
DeepSeek
Letters
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What DeepSeek’s US$7 billion fundraise means for Hong Kong
Readers discuss an international gateway for China’s AI ecosystem, energy-efficient AI models, a crackdown on distracted driving, and today’s Hong Kong.
9 Jun 2026 - 1:39PM
Environment
Forget air-con, Singapore looks underground for a cooler future
The rapidly warming city state has among the highest per capita use of air conditioners in the Asia-Pacific.
9 Jun 2026 - 9:27AM
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