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United States
Triceratops skeleton ‘Trey’ to hit the auction block as dinosaur market soars
The 66-million-year-old fossil, for sale on musician Pharrell Williams’ auction platform Joopiter, is expected to fetch up to US$5.5 million.
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Diplomacy
Singapore strives to stay non-aligned amid US-China rivalry, new conflicts
2 Mar 2026 - 7:00PM
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Hong Kong fires and safety
Letters
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Hong Kong cannot allow a wait-and-see approach to fire safety
2 Mar 2026 - 11:30AM
Food and Drinks
Party sober? Asia’s bars and drink giants shift gears as Gen Z ditch alcohol
As young Asians turn more health-conscious and watch their spending, drinks giants and bars are planning more low- and no-alcohol options.
2 Mar 2026 - 4:08PM
Iran
Death of Iran’s Khamenei sparks outrage and calls for restraint in Asia
Protesters stormed the US consulate in Karachi as leaders, including Malaysia’s Anwar Ibrahim, condemned the killing and appealed for dialogue.
1 Mar 2026 - 4:51PM
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Artificial intelligence
Asian Angle
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Southeast Asia needs AI sovereignty – the Grok scandal proved it
From Singapore’s SEA-LION to Malaysia’s ILMU, Southeast Asian nations aim to build AI that reflects their own languages, cultures and values.
1 Mar 2026 - 12:00PM
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Hong Kong stock market
The big cornerstone comeback: what’s driving investors back to Hong Kong IPOs?
After four subdued years, the cornerstone investors that anchor Hong Kong’s IPO market are returning in force, reshaping the deal landscape.
28 Feb 2026 - 1:44PM
US-China trade war
After Trump’s tariff setback, will US firms rush to stockpile Chinese goods?
Front-loading expected but not at levels seen ahead of last year’s sweeping “Liberation Day” duties, analysts say.
27 Feb 2026 - 9:00PM
Malaysia
Singapore jails Malaysian who posed as policeman and raped helper
Sharveen Chetty also issued a threat to blacklist the victim from working in Singapore.
27 Feb 2026 - 7:30AM
United States
Opinion
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US’ 250th anniversary should be about ideals, not aggressive fundraising
The star of America’s 250th anniversary celebrations in Asia should be its most enduring export – its founding principles.
27 Feb 2026 - 8:23AM
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Artificial intelligence
Facebook owner Meta goes ahead with Manus merger despite Beijing probe
Some Manus employees in Singapore move into Meta’s offices and have been given corporate accounts and other access, two sources said.
26 Feb 2026 - 9:30PM
United States
Macroscope
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Normalisation of Trump’s chaos can only go so far
Markets assuming Trump will chicken out and downplaying risks contribute to the normalisation of the US president’s chaotic behaviour.
26 Feb 2026 - 7:45PM
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Lawrence Wong
Singapore budget surplus: poor ‘fiscal marksmanship’ or prudent forecast?
MPs have questioned whether the GST rise was necessary after the government projected a US$12 billion surplus in the current financial year.
26 Feb 2026 - 6:30PM
Food delivery apps
As Deliveroo leaves Singapore, spotlight turns on city state’s tight market
The platform’s departure has underscored the challenge of turning a profit in a dense, tightly contested market.
26 Feb 2026 - 4:36PM
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Thailand
US, Thailand lead 30 nations in Southeast Asia’s largest military drill
Cobra Gold is necessary to address emerging threats and improve interoperability in the region, the US ambassador to Thailand says.
26 Feb 2026 - 11:43AM
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China trade
Trump’s USMCA exit threat seen pushing Canada into China’s arms
Analysts expect Ottawa to diversify trade as future of North American trade pact remains uncertain, while a US departure would ‘hit Canada like an earthquake’.
25 Feb 2026 - 8:25PM
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Hong Kong stock market
World’s biggest companies return US$2 trillion to shareholders in dividends
Financial and technology firms powered a 7 per cent rise in global payouts, with 30 markets logging record dividend payments last year.
25 Feb 2026 - 4:00PM
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Food and Drinks
Your Hong Kong weekend food guide for February 27-March 1
Indulge in a Hokkien cuisine pop-up dinner at Island Shangri-La, an afternoon tea overlooking Victoria Harbour, and a quiet slice of cake at home.
25 Feb 2026 - 12:30PM
Artificial intelligence
Singapore prime minister attacked by hundreds of Chinese-language fake AI videos
The videos targeting Lawrence Wong spread false narratives about his leadership being under threat and political infighting in Singapore.
25 Feb 2026 - 9:31AM
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US-China trade war
US warns of deep distrust even as officials seek stable China ties for summit
Congressional hearings reflect bipartisan concern and highlight persistent advanced tech market tension as key Trump-Xi summit looms.
25 Feb 2026 - 8:28AM
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Banking & finance
Why China’s rise as a ‘financial superpower’ could depend on Hong Kong
From the yuan’s growth as a global currency to IPO funding to tokenisation, the city is a linchpin in Beijing’s ambitions.
26 Feb 2026 - 6:07PM
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Pritam Singh
Pritam Singh seeks clarity on Singapore’s public spending as surplus widens
The Workers’ Party chief said ‘public cynicism’ can grow when Singaporeans do not see a clear accounting of how these funds are used.
24 Feb 2026 - 8:09PM
E-commerce
Rarely seen Shein founder praises Guangdong ‘roots’ as offshore listing stalls
Shein initially eyed a New York listing before switching to London after scrutiny by Washington over its supply chain and ties to China.
24 Feb 2026 - 7:00PM
China travel
Chinese tourism to Japan plunges 50% over Lunar New Year as Thailand cashes in
Thailand was the top destination for China’s outbound travellers over the extended holiday, with tourists avoiding Japan amid rising tensions.
24 Feb 2026 - 4:00PM
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Universities in Hong Kong
Boost R&D investment to make Hong Kong a global education hub: CUHK president
Chinese University chief Dennis Lo says Asia has been gaining prominence in the global tertiary education landscape.
24 Feb 2026 - 9:54PM
Malaysia
Sabah quake strongest to hit Malaysia in 11 years: Met Department
The 6.8-magnitude earthquake that struck off the coast of Sabah on Monday is stronger than the one that killed 18 people in Ranau in 2015.
24 Feb 2026 - 2:35PM
SCMP Highlights
South Korean ex-president sentenced, Buddha’s early life: 7 Asia highlights
From ex-president Yoon’s sentencing to Singapore’s auntie matchmakers, here are a few highlights from SCMP’s recent Asia reporting.
24 Feb 2026 - 12:30PM
Ukraine
Singapore warns ‘action will be taken’ against citizens fighting in foreign wars
National Security Minister K Shanmugam says any Singaporean found fighting abroad will be detained by the Internal Security Department.
24 Feb 2026 - 1:11PM
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