Eight killed in plane crash at remote Alaskan military site, air force says
It is unclear why the civilian-contracted plane was at the radar site on Alaska's south-west coast.
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Heading to Hungary? Here are 5 of its most beautiful countryside castles and palaces
For centuries, these set the stage for decisive battles and cultural crossroads, and many have undergone careful renovation to improve accessibility.
In Senegal's Saint-Louis, traces of slave-trading past fade away
A dilapidated two-century-old building in Saint-Louis, Senegal bears testament to the island's little-known past as part of the transatlantic slave trade, the traces of which are quickly and quietly disappearing from view. Located in the country's north, between the Atlantic Ocean and the Senegal River, the island is rarely mentioned in the history of the slave trade, even though it was a hub thro...
France, Germany, UK and Italy condemn Israel's 'E1' West Bank plan
France, Germany, Britain and Italy condemned on Thursday plans by Israel to open up construction tenders for a residential property project called 'E1' in the occupied West Bank. Hundreds of thousands of Israelis have settled among millions of Palestinians in land captured by Israel in a 1967 war. Nearly all countries and a range of UN bodies consider that such settlements violate intern...
Hong Kong's Tiananmen vigils organisers convicted in national security case
Two former organisers of Hong Kong’s annual vigils in remembrance of the 1989 Tiananmen Square crackdown were convicted by government-approved judges Friday for inciting others to overthrow China's communist leadership. Lee Cheuk-yan and Chow Hang-tung, former leaders of the Hong Kong Alliance in Support of Patriotic Democratic Movements of China, were charged with inciting subversion in 2021 unde...
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France’s heatwaves bring bumper salt harvest in Guérande
The heatwave has taken a heavy toll on much of the agricultural sector, but it is also benefiting a lucky few. The high temperatures are providing ideal conditions for salt harvesting in the famous salt marshes of Guérande in Western France, where the harvest this summer looks set to be particularly bountiful.
Ex-Pakistan PM Khan taken back to jail after hospital checks
Former Pakistan prime minister Imran Khan was transferred back to jail early on Friday, hours after being taken to a hospital for court-ordered medical checks, the government said. The Supreme Court ordered on Tuesday that Khan, Pakistan's most popular politician, be taken to the private Shifa International Hospital in the capital Islamabad within 48 hours for treatment, after his lawyers petition...
El Niño rains in Peru disrupt access to Machu Picchu
Heavy rains linked to the El Niño weather phenomenon caused flooding in Peru on Wednesday that disrupted access to the ancient Inca citadel of Machu Picchu, closed roads due to landslides and flooded homes in the capital Lima. Peruvian authorities ordered the Inca Trail, a main tourist route to Machu Picchu, closed until Saturday due to overflowing waterways and debris, according to local ...
Opatra London and Hong Kong distributor suspend local operations after arrests
The British headquarters and Hong Kong distributor of beauty product company Opatra London have suspended local operations after allegations of aggressive sales tactics triggered the arrest of local senior staff and a raid on a corporate secretarial office in Sheung Wan. In a statement issued on Friday, Opatra London continued to distance itself from the local distributor, which it said owned and ...
Trump ultra-loyal aide Natalie Harp in the spotlight
She is a near-constant presence at US President Donald Trump's side, but until recently his ultra-loyal aide Natalie Harp had managed to stay out of the spotlight. That has all changed since it emerged the 35-year-old was one of a handful of people who secretly swapped from Air Force One with Trump in Turkey after a security threat. The blonde executive assistant to the president was then mentione...
'Breakthrough' mRNA cancer drug curbs melanoma in large trial
US drugmakers Merck and Moderna said Wednesday a personalised cancer treatment had shown success in reducing the recurrence of melanoma tumors in a late-stage trial hailed by experts as a "breakthrough." Researchers have for years been trying to apply mRNA treatments against cancer, but this was the first time such a drug showed positive results in a large, late-stage clinical trial.
Torrential rain floods New York City’s streets and subway
Torrential rainfall had led to flash flooding in parts of New York City.
Tunisia opposition protests against president amid economic discontent
Activists and opponents of Tunisian President Kais Saied took to the streets of Tunis on Thursday, calling for his departure and the restoration of democracy in the latest protest against his governance amid growing political and economic discontent. Hundreds of protesters said they reject "one-man rule" and "a slide towards dictatorship," and urged the release of jailed opposition figures, a...
Bessent vows bigger buybacks after bond yields erased the US Treasury's relief rally
Long-term US Treasury yields climbed back above where they stood before Wednesday's buyback announcement, wiping out the relief that move had briefly delivered, and prompting US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent to signal that Washington is ready to intervene even more aggressively.
ICC head Tomoko Akane warns of 'demise of international rule of law' after US sanctions
Washington has repeatedly accused the ICC of "politicised actions" and of "targeting Israel" after it issued an arrest warrant for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu relating to the war in Gaza.
Malaysia’s Sarawak shuts almost 600 schools as haze hits ‘very unhealthy’ level
Transboundary haze has again disrupted daily life on Malaysian Borneo, forcing nearly 600 schools in Sarawak to shut on Friday as air pollution in parts of the state reached “very unhealthy” levels. The closures affecting almost 200,000 pupils were the latest disruptions caused by Southeast Asia’s persistent haze problem, which flares during dry spells when forest and peatland fires – often linked...
Ukraine eyes anti-ballistic systems with EU’s €90 billion loan
Officials in Kyiv have floated the idea of using the next parcel of funds from the European Union’s €90 billion loan to purchase anti-ballistic missile capabilities, an official close to the discussions told Euronews. Questions loom over where they could come from.
Weapons for Putin's agents? Secret arms cache found in Berlin forest
Investigators have discovered a secret weapons cache in woodland in Brandenburg, according to reports by broadcasters NDR and WDR and the Süddeutsche Zeitung.
Ex-car salesman becomes Belgian prince as royal paternity confirmed
A former car salesman has become a prince after his father, Belgium's Prince Laurent, officially recognised him as his son.
Johannes Vermeer's 'Girl with a Pearl Earring' goes on rare overseas trip to Japan
Vermeer's 'Girl with a Pearl Earring' is on display in Osaka for five weeks, marking its first international trip in more than a decade. The masterpiece has been loaned by the Mauritshuis in the Netherlands while the museum undergoes renovation.
Tiananmen Square vigil organisers in Hong Kong found guilty of ‘inciting subversion’
UK Foreign Office condemns use of national security law to convict activists Lee Cheuk-yan and Chow Hang-tungTwo Hong Kong activists who organised annual vigils marking China’s deadly Tiananmen crackdown in 1989 have been found guilty of “incitement to subversion” in one of the most high-profile cases in Hong Kong since Beijing imposed its national security law in 2020.Lee Cheuk-yan, 69, and Chow ...
Japan seeks record US$56 billion defence push amid growing regional tensions
Japan is preparing to spend more than ever on defence as analysts say Tokyo is being forced to respond to a convergence of regional threats, fast-changing military technology and growing uncertainty over the reliability of the US security umbrella. The defence ministry is preparing to request a record budget of 8.9 trillion yen (US$56.1 billion) for the 2027 financial year, with major outlays plan...
Swiatek into Cincinnati semis after Rybakina injury
Elena Rybakina's Cincinnati withdrawal raises concerns over the fitness of the world number two ahead of US Open.
See the Light: Tracey Emin and Steve McQueen illuminate Durham gallery’s revival
Art of international significance planned for £17m redevelopment of museum whose closure sparked uproarWorks by Tracey Emin, Steve McQueen and Olafur Eliasson have gone on display at a new contemporary art gallery and museum in north-east England which aims to show works of international significance.The Light is a £17m redevelopment of a museum in Durham that closed 10 years ago to local uproar. ...
Durham art gallery opens with works by Tracey Emin and Steve McQueen
The Light aims to bring art of international significance to north-east EnglandWorks by Tracey Emin, Steve McQueen and Olafur Eliasson have gone on display at a new contemporary art gallery and museum in north-east England which aims to show works of international significance.The Light is a £17m redevelopment of a museum in Durham that closed 10 years ago to considerable local uproar. Continue re...
Wang Yi visits South Korea, China’s economy cools, Warsh speaks at Jackson Hole
Note: SCMP Plus subscribers can attend an exclusive event with Zhou Bo, a retired People’s Liberation Army senior colonel, in Hong Kong on Tuesday. Zhou will discuss China’s military modernisation as the PLA works towards its 2027 centenary goal. SCMP Editor-in-Chief Chow Chung-yan will host the fireside chat. Zhou is now a senior fellow at Tsinghua University. Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi so...
Retail sales in Great Britain fall despite heatwave increasing food and drink demand
Volume of goods sold in stores and online dropped 0.5% in July, ONS saysBusiness live – latest updatesRetail sales across Great Britain weakened last month despite the men’s football World Cup and record temperatures boosting the demand for food and drink.The Office for National Statistics said the volume of goods sold in stores and online fell 0.5% in July. That is down from 0.7% rise in June – r...
These are the world’s most beautiful summer cities, according to eye-tracking technology
European destinations dominate the top 30 most beautiful city rankings, with 19 gorgeous spots making the list.
Streamer Nitro_Camden’s Twitch stream takes an unexpected turn after StableRonaldo sends 15,000 viewers
Nitro_Camden, a Twitch streamer, saw his viewer count skyrocket following a raid. However, the celebration was short-lived when his mother barged in, frustrated with the noise, and unplugged his gaming gear. The unexpected showdown became a viral sensation on social media, emphasizing the unpredictable dynamics of live streaming and the impact of personal life on online popularity.
Iran executes 'foreign national' over alleged involvement in January protests
Iran executed another protester on Thursday over the deadly 2026 Isfahan unrest, as rights groups warn of forced confessions and death sentences used to stifle dissent.