February 13, 2026

SCMP Highlights: China’s Canal Link, Jimmy Lai’s Jail, Hong Kong Disneyland Tickets & Malaysia Temple Row

Here are seven big stories from SCMP: China’s Pinglu Canal project, Jimmy Lai’s 20-year sentence, free Disneyland tickets for Hong Kong helpers, cybercrime ties, math genius Ngo Bao Chau joining HKU, and Malaysia’s temple dispute warning.

February 13, 2026

Palace IFC Cinema at Hong Kong’s IFC Mall May Close Amid Low Foot Traffic

Hong Kong's upscale Palace IFC cinema at the IFC Mall is under threat as Sun Hung Kai Properties explores new tenants. The struggling movie theatre sees falling visitors.

February 11, 2026

Rare Blue Quran Folio Unveiled at Holy Quran Museum in Mecca

Mecca’s Holy Quran Museum opens a rare display of a Blue Quran folio from the 9th century, highlighting early Islamic art and Saudi Arabia’s role in preserving Quranic heritage.

February 11, 2026

QUT Revives Meanjin, Iconic Literary Journal Returns to Brisbane After 85 Years

Queensland University of Technology has bought the 85-year-old literary journal Meanjin, bringing it back to its Brisbane roots. The journal was closed by Melbourne University Press last year but will now continue under QUT’s care with a new editor and full editorial independence.

February 11, 2026

China's Love-Brained Youth Pay Influencers for Scolding in Rising Emotional Trend

In China, young people obsessed with love are paying influencers to scold them harshly online. This unusual emotional release is gaining popularity on live streams and paid courses, where blunt advice replaces comfort.