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China recovers reusable rocket used in the maiden launch of Long March 10B
China has succeeded in recovering the reusable rocket used in the maiden launch of the Long March 10B.
The 70-metre (230-foot) tall, 5-metre wide medium-lift rocket…
China sets July 4 precedent with US; Cathay plane triggers Nato alert: SCMP’s 7 highlights
We have selected seven stories from this week’s news across Hong Kong, mainland China, the wider Asia region and beyond that resonated with our readers…
Why the Philippines is losing out in Southeast Asia’s investment boom
The Philippines still lags behind its neighbours in attracting foreign direct investments (FDI) after its inflows remained stagnant in 2025, even as a financing influx…
Former top prosecutor in Hong Kong court over injuring man while drink-driving
A Hong Kong prosecutor turned barrister is facing criminal charges over allegations that he seriously injured a man while driving under the influence of alcohol…
‘Extremely hot’ weather in Hong Kong over the weekend as Typhoon Bavi subsides
Hong Kong will be “extremely hot” and hit by occasional showers as Typhoon Bavi moves across the seas east of Taiwan towards Guangdong on the…