
I Am Solo: South Korea’s messy, awkward dating show reflects a nation’s reality
[South China Morning Post] - 02/23/2025
As South Korea faces record low marriage rates, ‘I Am Solo’ offers a relatable escape, blending humour and heartache in the quest for love.
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Hong Kong’s civil service expected to cut contract staff amid deficit
Sources say civil servants will ‘shoulder all the work’ of axed contract staff, as some experts single out roles (…)
[South China Morning Post] - 23/02/2025
Can HK$2 transport subsidy cuts help solve Hong Kong’s budget crisis?
About 2.4 million people may be affected by proposals, as experts warn that solutions will not be simple.
[South China Morning Post] - 23/02/2025
Why Ne Zha 2 is part of a broader Chinese cultural renaissance
The film’s strong box office performance marks a shift in how Chinese culture is perceived by young people in China (…)
[South China Morning Post] - 23/02/2025
China’s new submarine may have Typhon missiles in Philippines in its sights, report says
Vessel being built in Wuhan, designed to carry advanced hypersonic missiles, could serve as deterrent, according to (…)
[South China Morning Post] - 23/02/2025
Germany’s polls could reshape Europe as conservative Merz aims to lead amid far-right surge
Conservatives lead polls, with Friedrich Merz likely to be chancellor, while the far-right AfD could achieve a (…)
[South China Morning Post] - 23/02/2025
Trump team pressures Mexico to impose tariffs on China to avoid US duties
The move comes amid ongoing negotiations over migration and fentanyl concerns.
[South China Morning Post] - 23/02/2025
Pakistan NGO chief who alleged vote rigging has home sealed
Sarwar Bari’s report alleged widespread rigging in national elections last year, when a coalition of parties (…)
[South China Morning Post] - 22/02/2025
Berlin film festival top prize for coming-of-age drama, best director for China’s Huo Meng
Dreams (Sex Love) by Norway’s Dag Johan Haugerud awarded Golden Bear, while Living the Land earns China’s Huo Meng (…)
[South China Morning Post] - 23/02/2025
Thieves used his card to buy winning lottery ticket – now victim wants to split the cash
The US$523,000 prize, which has yet to be claimed, has put the thieves among France’s most famous fugitives.
[South China Morning Post] - 22/02/2025
Hong Kong vows to tackle ticket scalping for Kai Tak Sports Park opening show
Authorities contact police after tickets for March 1 opening ceremony reportedly being sold online for as much as (…)
[South China Morning Post] - 22/02/2025
Will Indonesia’s Bali adopt a Bhutan-style levy to deter ‘low-class foreign tourists’?
Officials are urged to look at tougher measures to ‘select’ tourists, such as Bhutan’s requirement for most (…)
[South China Morning Post] - 22/02/2025