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International expert divers race to rescue seven villagers trapped in Laos cave

Volunteer cave divers demonstrating the “extremely remote and hostile,” environment as they navigating through the cave attempting to rescue seven villagers. They experienced “flood waters, collapsed hazards and high risk of contaminated air quality” while navigating inside the mine. The seven villagers who entered the Lao’s cave on May 20 in search of gold, have been trapped for nearly a week.

May 26, 2026
International expert divers race to rescue seven villagers trapped in Laos cave
Asia|Crime|World

Cambodia sentences six for murder of South Korean student linked to scam centre

A Cambodian court has convicted and sentenced six Chinese nationals to life in prison on charges they tortured and murdered a South Korean student involved with one of

May 27, 2026
Cambodia sentences six for murder of South Korean student linked to scam centre
Asia|Environment|World

Rescue teams find five trapped in Laos cave, search for two more continues

Five people who had been trapped inside a cave in Laos for about a week were found alive on Wednesday, as dozens of

May 27, 2026
Rescue teams find five trapped in Laos cave, search for two more continues
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

Taiwan president gifts Trump autobiography of TSMC founder

Taiwan President Lai Ching-te on Wednesday gifted U.S.

May 27, 2026
Taiwan president gifts Trump autobiography of TSMC founder
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology|World

American Airlines plans to double India tech hub staff, sources say

U.S. carrier American Airlines Group plans to double headcount at its India technology hub to about 800 by early next

May 27, 2026
American Airlines plans to double India tech hub staff, sources say
Africa|Americas|Asia|Australia|Business|Crime|Europe|Finance|MidEast|Political|Stock Markets|World

Australian police plan to form a heavily armed team in response to Bondi Beach massacre

An Australian government inquiry has heard that a state police force has worked to form a heavily armed rapid response team since the Bondi Beach shooting

May 27, 2026
Australian police plan to form a heavily armed team in response to Bondi Beach massacre
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Philippines launches independent truth panel to probe 'drugs war' killings

A commission was launched in the Philippines on Wednesday led by a former International Criminal Court judge to investigate a bloody "war on drugs",

May 27, 2026
Philippines launches independent truth panel to probe 'drugs war' killings
Asia|Economy|Europe|Political|World

China willing to work with Czech government to improve ties

China is willing to work with the Czech Republic to improve ties and revive a traditional friendship, Foreign Minister Wang Yi told Czech counterpart Petr Macinka, state

May 27, 2026
China willing to work with Czech government to improve ties
Asia|World

Penpa Tsering sworn in for a second term to lead Tibet’s government-in-exile

Penpa Tsering has been sworn in for a second term as the president of Tibet’s government-in-exile based in India

May 27, 2026
Penpa Tsering sworn in for a second term to lead Tibet’s government-in-exile
Asia|Business|Economy|World

Job ad for shepherds goes viral in China exposing labour market strains

Chinese farm owner Zuo Xiaoyong was stunned to see his job ad for shepherds to work in the remote and rugged grasslands south of Mongolia

May 27, 2026
Job ad for shepherds goes viral in China exposing labour market strains
Asia|Business|Economy|World

China says Panama ties should not be subject to third-party interference, Xinhua reports

China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi said Beijing was ready to deepen practical cooperation with Panama and urged the Central American country to safeguard Chinese firms'

May 27, 2026
China says Panama ties should not be subject to third-party interference, Xinhua reports
Asia|Business|Crime|Economy|World

'Business as usual': Fakes, piracy thrive in Vietnam as US tariff deadline nears

At a sprawling bazaar on the outskirts of Vietnam's capital, the trade in counterfeit goods is bustling despite government crackdowns and

May 27, 2026
'Business as usual': Fakes, piracy thrive in Vietnam as US tariff deadline nears
Asia|Environment|World

Cave divers race to free 7 trapped underground in Laos as conditions worsen. What to know

Cave divers race to free 7 trapped underground in Laos as conditions worsen. What to know

May 26, 2026
Cave divers race to free 7 trapped underground in Laos as conditions worsen. What to know
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology|World

Samsung pay deal marks seismic change for South Korea, emboldening unions

The deal Samsung Electronics struck with its union averts a massive strike and gives its memory chip workers eye-popping bonuses.

May 27, 2026
Samsung pay deal marks seismic change for South Korea, emboldening unions
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|Travel|World

Vietnam leader to visit Philippines next week for trade, security talks

Vietnam’s top leader To Lam will visit the Philippines next week, Manila said on Wednesday, as President Ferdinand Marcos Jr seeks to further strengthen his country's

May 27, 2026
Vietnam leader to visit Philippines next week for trade, security talks
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Markets cheer, central banks warn

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Rocky Swift While markets appear to be looking past the Middle East crisis and the havoc it has wreaked on energy supplies, central bankers

May 27, 2026
Markets cheer, central banks warn
Asia|Political|Travel|World

Singapore foreign minister in North Korea on rare trip to two Koreas

Singaporean Foreign Minister Vivian Balakrishnan met his North Korean counterpart Choe Son Hui on Tuesday in Pyongyang and discussed strengthening bilateral ties, KCNA state

May 27, 2026
Singapore foreign minister in North Korea on rare trip to two Koreas
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology|World

Japan set to start trade talks with Mercosur, Nikkei reports

Japan is set to begin talks with South American trade bloc Mercosur on an economic partnership to seek alternative oil sources, critical minerals and lower auto tariffs, the Nikkei

May 26, 2026
Japan set to start trade talks with Mercosur, Nikkei reports
Asia|Environment|World

'Not far away': rescue team confident of reaching 7 trapped for days in Laos cave

A rescue team racing to save seven people trapped for days in a cave in Laos is getting closer to reaching them, the head of the operation said, after breaking through 15 m (16

May 26, 2026
'Not far away': rescue team confident of reaching 7 trapped for days in Laos cave
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Bangladesh boosts vigilance over suspected forced crossings from India

Bangladesh’s border guards have intensified patrols and launched public awareness campaigns along parts of the frontier with India because of concerns India has illegally

May 26, 2026
Bangladesh boosts vigilance over suspected forced crossings from India
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Technology|World

April shipments of foreign-branded phones in China up 1.8% Y/Y, CAICT data shows

Shipments of foreign-branded mobile phones in China for April, including Apple's iPhones, were up 1.8% from the same month last year, Reuters calculations based on data

May 26, 2026
April shipments of foreign-branded phones in China up 1.8% Y/Y, CAICT data shows
Asia|Business|Economy|World

Quad ministers announce new Indo-Pacific initiatives on maritime security and energy

Australia, India, Japan and the United States have agreed new initiatives for maritime security, critical minerals, port infrastructure, and energy security to boost cooperation in the Indo-Pacific region amid concerns about China's influence

May 26, 2026
Quad ministers announce new Indo-Pacific initiatives on maritime security and energy
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Sri Lanka stuns with 100-bp rate hike as Iran war rattles currency, fuels inflation

Sri Lanka's central bank stunned markets by raising its policy rate by an outsized 100 basis points on Tuesday, the biggest hike in three years, and

May 26, 2026
Sri Lanka stuns with 100-bp rate hike as Iran war rattles currency, fuels inflation
Asia|Economy|Political|World

China says QUAD cooperation should not target third party

China on Tuesday reiterated its stance on the Australia-India-Japan-US Quad group, saying cooperation between countries should contribute to regional peace, stability and

May 26, 2026
China says QUAD cooperation should not target third party
Asia|Political|World

North Korea launches ballistic missile and other weapons over the sea in latest show of force

South Korea says North Korea has launched a close-range ballistic missile and other weapons toward the sea

May 26, 2026
North Korea launches ballistic missile and other weapons over the sea in latest show of force
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Technology

Samsung consumer electronics union asks court to block vote on pay deal

A Samsung Electronics' union

May 26, 2026
Samsung consumer electronics union asks court to block vote on pay deal
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

Australia-India-Japan-US Quad to build a port, unveil pact on critical minerals

The foreign ministers of Australia, India, Japan and the U.S. agreed to jointly build a port in Fiji and signed pacts

May 26, 2026
Australia-India-Japan-US Quad to build a port, unveil pact on critical minerals
Asia|Business|Crime|Environment|World

Philippines ends rescue efforts as hope fades for victims of building collapse

Lea Casilao and her husband usually began each day exchanging text messages: "Good morning" from her, and his usual reply of "Good

May 26, 2026
Philippines ends rescue efforts as hope fades for victims of building collapse
Asia|Political|World

Taiwan tracks second Chinese 'combat' patrol in a week, sends ships and jets to monitor

Taiwan sent ships and fighter jets to monitor the second Chinese "joint combat readiness patrol" in a week near the island, in what a senior

May 26, 2026
Taiwan tracks second Chinese 'combat' patrol in a week, sends ships and jets to monitor
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

BOJ's Himino says Mideast developments will factor into rate decision

Bank of Japan Deputy Governor Ryozo Himino said the central bank will consider the timing and pace of interest rate hikes with an eye on the fallout from

May 26, 2026
BOJ's Himino says Mideast developments will factor into rate decision
Asia|Business|Crime|Lifestyle|World

South Korean Starbucks boss apologizes for ad campaign that evoked massacre

South Korean retail tycoon Chung Yong-jin has apologized for a second time in two weeks as Starbucks’ local operation faces a backlash over a recent marketing campaign that was widely perceived as mocking victims of a bloody military crackdown on pro-democracy protesters in 1980

May 26, 2026
South Korean Starbucks boss apologizes for ad campaign that evoked massacre
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

India's trade minister says visit by Canada's Carney reset ties after 2023 killing of Sikh activist

India's trade minister says that Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney’s recent visit to India has helped pave the way for a complete reset of Canada-India relations

May 26, 2026
India's trade minister says visit by Canada's Carney reset ties after 2023 killing of Sikh activist
Asia|Business|Economy|World

Dollar drifts lower as oil falls on Hormuz deal optimism

The dollar dropped against major currencies on Monday as hopes of a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz pushed oil prices

May 25, 2026
Dollar drifts lower as oil falls on Hormuz deal optimism
Asia|Environment|World

Flooding kills at least nine in China's Chongqing, state media says

The death toll from flooding in southwestern China's Chongqing has risen to nine and 11 people are missing following torrential rain in the municipality, state broadcaster

May 25, 2026
Flooding kills at least nine in China's Chongqing, state media says
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

Xi hails 'unbreakable' Pakistan ties, praises Iran peace efforts

President Xi Jinping hailed China's "unbreakable" friendship with Pakistan on Monday as he met Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in Beijing, seeking

May 25, 2026
Xi hails 'unbreakable' Pakistan ties, praises Iran peace efforts
Asia|Business|Crime|Travel|World

4 dead, 17 mostly workers still missing, in collapse of unfinished hotel in the Philippines

Rescuers have pulled three people from the rubble of a collapsed nine-story hotel under construction in Angeles City, Philippines

May 25, 2026
4 dead, 17 mostly workers still missing, in collapse of unfinished hotel in the Philippines
Asia|Business|Economy|Science|Technology

Huawei's 'chip queen' etches her name in China's tech folklore

When He Tingbo was put in charge of Huawei's chip development in 2003, the young engineer was handed an annual budget of $400

May 25, 2026
Huawei's 'chip queen' etches her name in China's tech folklore
Asia|Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Global tensions set to stalk Singapore's flagship defence summit

War in Iran, strained U.S. commitments in Asia and rising tensions over

May 25, 2026
Global tensions set to stalk Singapore's flagship defence summit
Asia|Business|Economy|World

Toshifumi Suzuki, the Japanese behind the 'conbini' empire, has died. He was 93.

Toshifumi Suzuki, the Japanese businessman credited with creating the 7-Eleven convenience-chain global retail empire, has died

May 25, 2026
Toshifumi Suzuki, the Japanese behind the 'conbini' empire, has died. He was 93.
Asia|Business|Economy|Health|Technology

Jardine Matheson to buy Australia's I-MED at $2.4 billion enterprise value in healthcare push 

Jardine Matheson said on Monday it has agreed to buy Australian medical imaging provider I-MED Radiology Network for a total enterprise

May 25, 2026
Jardine Matheson to buy Australia's I-MED at $2.4 billion enterprise value in healthcare push 
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|MidEast|Political|Stock Markets|World

Will they or won't they?

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Ankur Banerjee The ever-inching prospect of a deal to end the Iran war and open the Strait of Hormuz paved the way for investors to put on

May 25, 2026
Will they or won't they?
Asia|Economy|Environment|Lifestyle|World

In a city of high-rises, ‘cardboard grannies’ collect waste for cash

In a city of high-rises, ‘cardboard grannies’ collect waste for cash

May 24, 2026
In a city of high-rises, ‘cardboard grannies’ collect waste for cash
Asia|Crime|World

Bomb attack near railway station in southwest Pakistan kills at least 23

Bomb attack near railway station in southwest Pakistan kills at least 23

May 24, 2026
Bomb attack near railway station in southwest Pakistan kills at least 23
Asia|Business|Crime|World

Building under construction in Philippines collapses, leaving 1 dead and 21 trapped

A nine-story building under construction in a city north of the Philippine capital has collapsed, leaving at least one Malaysian tourist dead and 21 workers trapped

May 24, 2026
Building under construction in Philippines collapses, leaving 1 dead and 21 trapped
Asia|Crime|MidEast|World

At least 24 killed in Pakistan train blast claimed by separatist militants

A bomb blast hit a shuttle train carrying Pakistani security personnel and their families in the southwestern

May 24, 2026
At least 24 killed in Pakistan train blast claimed by separatist militants
Asia|Business|Crime|Environment|World

At least one dead in Philippine building collapse, 21 people missing

At least one person was confirmed dead after a building under construction collapsed in the Philippines on Sunday, authorities said

May 24, 2026
At least one dead in Philippine building collapse, 21 people missing
Asia|Political|World

Chinese ship leaves after tense standoff near Taiwan-controlled islands

A Chinese coast guard ship left waters near Taiwan's strategically located Pratas Islands at the top of the South China Sea on Sunday

May 24, 2026
Chinese ship leaves after tense standoff near Taiwan-controlled islands
Asia|World

Trump throws weight behind Japan's Takaichi in meeting with Xi, Yomiuri says

U.S.

May 24, 2026
Trump throws weight behind Japan's Takaichi in meeting with Xi, Yomiuri says
Asia|Business|Economy|World

Bangladesh central bank unveils $4.9 billion in stimulus as growth slows

Bangladesh’s central bank on Saturday announced a 600 billion taka ($5 billion) stimulus package to revive shuttered factories and support businesses as economic growth slows

May 23, 2026
Bangladesh central bank unveils $4.9 billion in stimulus as growth slows
Asia|Environment|World

China’s worst coal mining blast in over a decade kills 82

China’s worst coal mining blast in over a decade kills 82

May 23, 2026
China’s worst coal mining blast in over a decade kills 82
Asia|Business|Economy|World

Rubio touts US energy on India trip meant to repair ties

U.S.

May 23, 2026
Rubio touts US energy on India trip meant to repair ties
Asia|Business|Economy|Environment|World

Deadliest coal mine explosion in China in years kills at least 82 people, local officials say

Chinese local officials say that a gas explosion at a coal mine in northern Shanxi province has killed at least 82 people

May 23, 2026
Deadliest coal mine explosion in China in years kills at least 82 people, local officials say
Asia|Political|World

Hundreds rally in Taipei for defence spending after parliament cuts funds

Hundreds of people rallied in central Taipei on Saturday in support of government plans to increase defence spending, after the opposition controlled parliament approved

May 23, 2026
Hundreds rally in Taipei for defence spending after parliament cuts funds
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

Japan trade minister holds brief talks with Chinese counterpart amid diplomatic row

Japan's Trade Minister Ryosei Akazawa said on Saturday there were no formal bilateral talks with China's Commerce Minister Wang Wentao, though the two had a brief

May 23, 2026
Japan trade minister holds brief talks with Chinese counterpart amid diplomatic row
Asia|Business|Environment|Health|World

At least 90 dead in China's worst coal mine disaster in over 16 years

At least 90 people were killed in a gas explosion at a coal mine in China's northern province of Shanxi, the country's deadliest mining accident since at least 2009.

May 23, 2026
At least 90 dead in China's worst coal mine disaster in over 16 years
Asia|Economy|Political|Travel|US|World

Rubio arrives in India ahead of Quad talks as US tries to reset strained ties

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has arrived in India ahead of a meeting next week with his counterparts from India, Australia, and Japan, members of the Indo-Pacific strategic alliance known as the Quad

May 23, 2026
Rubio arrives in India ahead of Quad talks as US tries to reset strained ties
Asia|Business|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports

Si Woo Kim just misses history at Byron Nelson, settling for 60 after a bogey on the final hole

Si Woo Kim just missed out on a 59 at the CJ Cup Byron Nelson, bogeying the final hole when a par would have given him the 16th sub-60 round in PGA Tour history

May 23, 2026
Si Woo Kim just misses history at Byron Nelson, settling for 60 after a bogey on the final hole
Asia|Economy|Political|US|World

No talks currently planned between Trump and Taiwan’s Lai, sources say

The U.S. and Taiwan have not made concrete plans for talks between their presidents, four people

May 23, 2026
No talks currently planned between Trump and Taiwan’s Lai, sources say
Asia|Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|MidEast|Stock Markets|World

Wall Street keeps rising, even as U.S. households keep getting more discouraged

The split between Wall Street and most U.S. households keeps growing wider

May 22, 2026
Wall Street keeps rising, even as U.S. households keep getting more discouraged
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

Taiwan says it has not been told by US of arms sales delays

Taiwan's government said on Friday it had not received any information about U.S. arms sales delays, after a senior U.S. official suggested there was a pause due to the need

May 22, 2026
Taiwan says it has not been told by US of arms sales delays
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

Taiwan's government says US hasn't notified it of any pause in a planned $14B arms sale

Taiwan's government says it hasn't been notified of any pause in a planned $14 billion U.S. arms sale to the self-governing island

May 22, 2026
Taiwan's government says US hasn't notified it of any pause in a planned $14B arms sale
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|World

Citi to boost Asia wealth business with 'significant' hires, global head says

Citigroup plans to allocate a significant portion of its global wealth management hiring to Asia, where its private bank is growing faster and generating

May 22, 2026
Citi to boost Asia wealth business with 'significant' hires, global head says
Arts|Asia|Business|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Political|World

India’s Gen Z have flipped the lowly cockroach into a symbol of defiance

India’s Gen Z have flipped the lowly cockroach into a symbol of defiance

May 22, 2026
India’s Gen Z have flipped the lowly cockroach into a symbol of defiance
Asia|Science|Technology|World

Shoot-and-scoot: Mobile missile launchers play key role in US Pacific deterrence strategy

The U.S. Marines have demonstrated their capabilities with a live-fire exercise in Japan, showcasing the HIMARS mobile rocket system

May 22, 2026
Shoot-and-scoot: Mobile missile launchers play key role in US Pacific deterrence strategy
Asia|Business|Economy|Travel|World

China foreign minister to chair UN Security Council meeting in US, visit Canada

China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi will travel to New York and chair a high-level meeting of the UN Security Council on May 26, the Chinese foreign ministry said on Friday.

May 22, 2026
China foreign minister to chair UN Security Council meeting in US, visit Canada
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Science|Technology|World

AMD ramping up Taiwan capacity as global CPU market tightens

Advanced Micro Devices is working with Taiwan partners to ramp up production capacity as stronger-than-expected demand squeezes the global

May 22, 2026
AMD ramping up Taiwan capacity as global CPU market tightens
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology|World

Lenovo Q4 revenue tops estimates on strong PC sales; shares jump 15%

Lenovo Group reported a better-than-expected 27% jump in quarterly revenue on Friday, as strong consumer demand for PCs ahead of potential

May 22, 2026
Lenovo Q4 revenue tops estimates on strong PC sales; shares jump 15%
Asia|Business|Political|World

South Korean ministry to shun Starbucks vouchers in 'Tank Day' campaign backlash

South Korea's Interior Minister said his ministry would stop offering products from companies that "make light" of the country's democratic history, after a

May 22, 2026
South Korean ministry to shun Starbucks vouchers in 'Tank Day' campaign backlash
Asia|Business|Economy|World

APEC trade envoys gather in China to discuss trade imbalances, supply chain resilience

Asia-Pacific trade envoys gathered in China are expected to discuss multilateral cooperation, trade imbalances and supply chain

May 22, 2026
APEC trade envoys gather in China to discuss trade imbalances, supply chain resilience
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|World

New Zealand central bank to hold rates at 2.25% on May 27; slim majority expect Q3 hike: Reuters poll

The Reserve Bank of New Zealand is expected to keep its key policy rate unchanged on Wednesday but a slim majority of economists in a Reuters poll now

May 22, 2026
New Zealand central bank to hold rates at 2.25% on May 27; slim majority expect Q3 hike: Reuters poll
Asia|Business|Economy|World

Hengli, China's silk-to-petrochemicals empire, faces the chill of US sanctions

The Hengli Group, built by a husband and wife duo over three decades from a bankrupt textile mill into a Fortune Global 500 giant

May 22, 2026
Hengli, China's silk-to-petrochemicals empire, faces the chill of US sanctions
Asia|Economy|Political|World

The differences — and similarities — in the Trump and Putin visits to China

Chinese leader Xi Jinping's recent summits with U.S. President Donald Trump and Russia's Vladimir Putin highlighted different dynamics with each country

May 21, 2026
The differences — and similarities — in the Trump and Putin visits to China
Asia|Australia|Business|Political|World

US, Japan, Australia, India to have 'Quad' top diplomats' meeting in Delhi, Japan says

The U.S., Japan, Australia and India will hold a meeting of foreign ministers of the 'Quad' grouping in New Delhi on May 26, Japan's foreign ministry said on Friday.

May 22, 2026
US, Japan, Australia, India to have 'Quad' top diplomats' meeting in Delhi, Japan says
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology|World

North Carolina sues Vietnam's VinFast over delayed EV project

The State of North Carolina has sued Vietnamese EV maker VinFast for its alleged failure to meet its commitments to build an electric vehicle and battery factory in the state

May 22, 2026
North Carolina sues Vietnam's VinFast over delayed EV project
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Japan's core inflation hits 4-year low, rebound eyed on energy shock

Japan's annual core inflation slowed to a four-year low in April due to the effect of subsidies on fuel and education, data showed on Friday, though analysts

May 22, 2026
Japan's core inflation hits 4-year low, rebound eyed on energy shock
Asia|Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Environment|Health|MidEast|Political|World

UN gravely concerned by an Afghan Taliban law that has provisions on child marriage

The United Nations has criticized a new Afghan law on separation in marriage, saying it entrenches discrimination against women and girls

May 21, 2026
UN gravely concerned by an Afghan Taliban law that has provisions on child marriage
Asia|Business|Political|World

Kremlin dismisses report that China covertly trained Russian soldiers for Ukraine

The Kremlin on Thursday dismissed as false a Reuters report that China's army secretly trained about 200 Russian soldiers in China late last year, some of whom went on to

May 21, 2026
Kremlin dismisses report that China covertly trained Russian soldiers for Ukraine
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Philippines vows to arrest fugitive senator wanted by ICC 'without delay' 

The Philippines' National Bureau of Investigation said on Thursday it

May 21, 2026
Philippines vows to arrest fugitive senator wanted by ICC 'without delay' 
Asia|Crime|Political|World

China opposes US murder charges against Cuban former president

China said on Thursday it firmly opposes the United States "abusing judicial means" and pressuring Cuba after Washington charged former Cuban President Raul Castro for

May 21, 2026
China opposes US murder charges against Cuban former president
Asia|Business|Crime|Technology|World

Taiwan investigates three for alleged illegal export of high-end AI servers

Taiwanese prosecutors said on Thursday they were investigating three people suspected of illegally exporting high-end AI servers made by Super Micro and containing Nvidia

May 21, 2026
Taiwan investigates three for alleged illegal export of high-end AI servers
Asia|Political|World

Myanmar military recaptures 2 strategic border towns from ethnic militias

Myanmar’s military-backed government says it has regained control of two towns near the country’s borders with India and Thailand

May 21, 2026
Myanmar military recaptures 2 strategic border towns from ethnic militias
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Philippines vows to arrest fugitive senator wanted by ICC

The Philippine justice minister on Thursday ordered law enforcement to apprehend a senator wanted by the International Criminal Court

May 21, 2026
Philippines vows to arrest fugitive senator wanted by ICC
Asia|Business|Political|World

South Korea, US held talks on revising management of fortified North Korea border

South Korea and the U.S. discussed potential changes in how parts of the heavily fortified border with North Korea are managed at recent defence talks in Washington, Seoul's

May 21, 2026
South Korea, US held talks on revising management of fortified North Korea border
Asia|Health|World

Thai Princess Bajrakitiyabha's condition worsens after multiple infections, royal palace says

The medical condition of Thai Princess Bajrakitiyabha has worsened as a result of multiple infections in several organs, with physicians unable to contain her irregular

May 21, 2026
Thai Princess Bajrakitiyabha's condition worsens after multiple infections, royal palace says
Asia|Economy|Political|World

Taiwan says President Lai would be happy to talk to Trump

Taiwan President Lai Ching-te would be happy to speak with U.S.

May 21, 2026
Taiwan says President Lai would be happy to talk to Trump
Asia|Political|World

South Korea says nationals held by Israel released after Gaza aid vessel seizure

South Korea's presidential Blue House said on Thursday that some of its nationals who had been in held in Israeli custody had been released.

May 21, 2026
South Korea says nationals held by Israel released after Gaza aid vessel seizure
Asia|Political|World

China's Xi may visit North Korea as early as next week, Yonhap reports

Chinese President Xi Jinping may visit North Korea as early as next week and will try to act as a mediator between North Korean leader Kim Jong Un and U.S.

May 21, 2026
China's Xi may visit North Korea as early as next week, Yonhap reports
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|World

Japan's factory activity expands at slower pace, cost pressures surge

Japan's manufacturing activity slowed slightly in May, while service sector growth ground to a halt for the first time in over a year, as surging costs linked to the Middle

May 21, 2026
Japan's factory activity expands at slower pace, cost pressures surge
Asia|Business|Economy|World

Japan exports rise for eighth month despite supply disruptions

Japanese exports rose for an eighth straight month in April, beating market expectations, bolstered by resilient global demand despite major supply

May 21, 2026
Japan exports rise for eighth month despite supply disruptions
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

Pentagon official's Beijing visit in doubt over $14 billion US arms package for Taiwan, FT reports

Beijing is holding up a proposed visit by the Pentagon's under-secretary of defence for policy, Elbridge Colby, as China pressures U.S.

May 21, 2026
Pentagon official's Beijing visit in doubt over $14 billion US arms package for Taiwan, FT reports
Asia|Economy|Europe|World

China’s Xi gives Putin a red-carpet welcome – and makes a veiled jab at the US

China’s Xi gives Putin a red-carpet welcome – and makes a veiled jab at the US

May 20, 2026
China’s Xi gives Putin a red-carpet welcome – and makes a veiled jab at the US
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Dollar dips on hopes for Iran deal, yen near danger zone

The U.S. dollar retreated from a six-week high on Wednesday on rising hopes that the U.S. is nearing a deal with Iran to end the war in the Middle East.

May 20, 2026
Dollar dips on hopes for Iran deal, yen near danger zone
Asia|Economy|Political|World

Putin and Xi hail their friendship and growing energy trade at their meeting in Beijing

Chinese leader Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin have hailed their strategic ties and energy trade during a meeting in Beijing

May 20, 2026
Putin and Xi hail their friendship and growing energy trade at their meeting in Beijing
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

Trump’s portrait hits New Delhi traffic as US Embassy rolls out 'Happy Birthday America!' rickshaws

In New Delhi, some auto-rickshaws are now displaying images of U_S_ President Donald Trump with the slogan “Happy Birthday America!”

May 20, 2026
Trump’s portrait hits New Delhi traffic as US Embassy rolls out 'Happy Birthday America!' rickshaws
Asia|Environment|World

Chinese personnel swim, use boats to evacuate people in flood-hit areas

Rescue workers used boats or swam through floodwaters to evacuate people in waterlogged areas across central and southwest China on Wednesday after torrential rain killed

May 20, 2026
Chinese personnel swim, use boats to evacuate people in flood-hit areas
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

Nuclear energy, Taiwan and Trump's 'Golden Dome': key points from the Xi-Putin talks

China's Xi Jinping and Russia's Vladimir Putin on Wednesday hailed progress in their 'comprehensive partnership' and criticised U.S.

May 20, 2026
Nuclear energy, Taiwan and Trump's 'Golden Dome': key points from the Xi-Putin talks
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|World

China still Germany's top trade partner in first quarter, US close behind

China remained Germany's biggest trading partner in the first quarter of 2026, but only narrowly ahead of the United States as German exports to China fell sharply,

May 20, 2026
China still Germany's top trade partner in first quarter, US close behind
Asia|Business|Economy|Science|Technology

Singapore in talks with tech firms about adding 'nutrition labels' to AI products, minister says

Singapore is in talks with technology companies about attaching "nutrition labels" to AI products, designating their intended uses and limitations, a senior minister said

May 20, 2026
Singapore in talks with tech firms about adding 'nutrition labels' to AI products, minister says
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Philippine senator dela Rosa to seek Supreme Court review of restraining order rejection

The legal counsel of Philippine Senator Ronald dela Rosa said on Wednesday they will ask the Supreme Court to reconsider its decision to reject a request for a temporary

May 20, 2026
Philippine senator dela Rosa to seek Supreme Court review of restraining order rejection
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology|World

Samsung's union puts off strike after reaching last-minute wage deal with management

Samsung Electronics’ labor union says it’ll hold off a planned strike and put a tentative wage deal with management to a vote

May 20, 2026
Samsung's union puts off strike after reaching last-minute wage deal with management
Asia|Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|US|World

China's Chery hopes to enter US market at 'suitable' time

China's largest car exporter, Chery, is considering entering the U.S. market at a suitable time, an executive overseeing its international business said on Wednesday,

May 20, 2026
China's Chery hopes to enter US market at 'suitable' time
Asia|Crime|Political|World

South Korea’s Lee criticises Israel detentions, says actions ‘way out of line’

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung on Wednesday said Israel had arrested South Korean nationals in international waters, calling the action “way out of line”.

May 20, 2026
South Korea’s Lee criticises Israel detentions, says actions ‘way out of line’
Asia|Business|Political|World

If they speak, Taiwan president would tell Trump China was undermining peace

Taiwan President Lai Ching-te on Wednesday said if he got the opportunity to speak to U.S.

May 20, 2026
If they speak, Taiwan president would tell Trump China was undermining peace
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Philippine Supreme Court rejects bid to block arrest of senator wanted by ICC

The Philippine Supreme Court on Wednesday rejected a bid by Senator Ronald dela Rosa for a temporary restraining order to prevent his

May 20, 2026
Philippine Supreme Court rejects bid to block arrest of senator wanted by ICC
Asia|Crime|Economy|Travel|World

Fed up with bad behavior, Thailand reduces visa-free length for over 90 countries, including the US

Fed up with bad behavior, Thailand reduces visa-free length for over 90 countries, including the US

May 20, 2026
Fed up with bad behavior, Thailand reduces visa-free length for over 90 countries, including the US
Asia|Environment|World

Torrential rain and floods batter China, killing at least 12 and forcing mass evacuations

Torrential rain and floods have hit parts of China, killing at least 12 people and forcing tens of thousands to evacuate

May 20, 2026
Torrential rain and floods batter China, killing at least 12 and forcing mass evacuations
Asia|Business|Crime|Economy|World

US charges three Malaysian state telecoms officials for multimillion-dollar fraud

The United States has charged three senior employees of Telekom Malaysia (TM) for allegedly misappropriating over $20 million from the Malaysian state

May 20, 2026
US charges three Malaysian state telecoms officials for multimillion-dollar fraud
Asia|Europe|World

Rubio heads to a NATO meeting as European angst over Trump reliability, US troops, Iran grows

Secretary of State Marco Rubio will travel this week to a NATO foreign ministers meeting in Sweden, where U.S. plans to reduce troop levels in Europe coupled with President Donald Trump’s often inconsistent stance on the alliance have created concern

May 20, 2026
Rubio heads to a NATO meeting as European angst over Trump reliability, US troops, Iran grows
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

Xi’s double act: Putin arrives in China days after Trump’s departure

Xi’s double act: Putin arrives in China days after Trump’s departure

May 19, 2026
Xi’s double act: Putin arrives in China days after Trump’s departure
Asia|Business|Economy|World

Lee and Takaichi hold 4th meeting in 6 months to push South Korea-Japan cooperation

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung and Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi have emphasized the need for cooperation amid global challenges, including the Iran war

May 19, 2026
Lee and Takaichi hold 4th meeting in 6 months to push South Korea-Japan cooperation
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

Oil prices keep swinging, and so do stocks worldwide

Oil prices and stock markets worldwide swung with uncertainty about what will happen with the Iran war

May 18, 2026
Oil prices keep swinging, and so do stocks worldwide
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Philippine Senate convenes as impeachment court to try vice president as political storm rages

The Philippine Senate has convened as an impeachment court for Vice President Sara Duterte's trial over criminal charges

May 18, 2026
Philippine Senate convenes as impeachment court to try vice president as political storm rages
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Hong Kong court hears final arguments in the trial of Tiananmen vigil organizers

A Hong Kong court has started hearing final arguments in the national security trial of two organizers of vigils commemorating the 1989 Tiananmen Square crackdown

May 18, 2026
Hong Kong court hears final arguments in the trial of Tiananmen vigil organizers
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

From a ‘board of trade’ to Boeing planes, what did Xi and Trump actually agree to?

From a ‘board of trade’ to Boeing planes, what did Xi and Trump actually agree to?

May 18, 2026
From a ‘board of trade’ to Boeing planes, what did Xi and Trump actually agree to?
Asia|Sports|World

North Korean women's soccer team arrives in South Korea for regional tournament

A North Korean women’s soccer team has arrived in South Korea to compete in a regional tournament

May 17, 2026
North Korean women's soccer team arrives in South Korea for regional tournament
Asia|Political|Sports|World

Soccer players become first North Korean athletes to visit the South in more than 7 years

Soccer players become first North Korean athletes to visit the South in more than 7 years

May 17, 2026
Soccer players become first North Korean athletes to visit the South in more than 7 years
Americas|Asia|Business|Economy|Political|Science|Technology|US|World

Trump's description of Taiwan as a ‘good negotiating chip’ with China raises anxieties

U.S. President Donald Trump has described arms sales to Taiwan as a "very good negotiating chip" in dealings with China

May 16, 2026
Trump's description of Taiwan as a ‘good negotiating chip’ with China raises anxieties
Asia|Crime|World

A cargo train hits a public bus at a Bangkok rail crossing, killing at least 8

A train has crashed into a public bus in Bangkok, killing at least eight people

May 16, 2026
A cargo train hits a public bus at a Bangkok rail crossing, killing at least 8
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Trump says Xi is considering a detained pastor's case, but freeing activist Jimmy Lai is 'tough'

U.S. President Donald Trump says Chinese President Xi Jinping is considering the case of detained pastor Ezra Jin Mingri

May 15, 2026
Trump says Xi is considering a detained pastor's case, but freeing activist Jimmy Lai is 'tough'
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|Technology|World

Trump leaves China, short on deliverables but with signs of a stabilized relationship

Trump leaves China, short on deliverables but with signs of a stabilized relationship

May 15, 2026
Trump leaves China, short on deliverables but with signs of a stabilized relationship
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology|World

Trump weighs Taiwan arms package after summit aimed at steadying US-China ties

President Donald Trump says he’s not yet made a decision on whether a major sale of U.S. arms to Taiwan can move forward following his three-day visit to China

May 15, 2026
Trump weighs Taiwan arms package after summit aimed at steadying US-China ties
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

The Latest: Xi and Trump summit focuses on business links as Chinese leader issues Taiwan warning

President Donald Trump is in Beijing for key meetings with Chinese leader Xi Jinping

May 14, 2026
The Latest: Xi and Trump summit focuses on business links as Chinese leader issues Taiwan warning
Asia|Education|Environment|Health|Science|Technology|World

What proteins in prehistoric teeth reveal about Stone Age sex between early human species

What proteins in prehistoric teeth reveal about Stone Age sex between early human species

May 15, 2026
What proteins in prehistoric teeth reveal about Stone Age sex between early human species
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

U.S. officials flag prospect of Chinese energy purchases after Trump-Xi meeting

U.S. officials raised the prospect of China buying more American energy after Presidents Donald Trump and Xi Jinping held talks in Beijing on

May 14, 2026
U.S. officials flag prospect of Chinese energy purchases after Trump-Xi meeting
Asia|Crime|Political|World

'We are thirsty for justice': Philippine families demand senator face drug war charges

As tension and gunfire erupted inside the Philippine Senate, where Senator Ronald dela Rosa had taken refuge to evade arrest and later escaped,

May 14, 2026
'We are thirsty for justice': Philippine families demand senator face drug war charges
Asia|Political|World

Taiwan: no surprises from Trump-Xi summit, China should end military pressure

Taiwan said on Thursday that nothing surprising had come out of a summit between Chinese and U.S. leaders in Beijing, but that China should

May 14, 2026
Taiwan: no surprises from Trump-Xi summit, China should end military pressure
Asia|Business|Economy|Environment|Technology

China's view on Elon Musk? Visionary, occasional villain

In China, Elon Musk has been the object of love - and occasional loathing.

May 14, 2026
China's view on Elon Musk? Visionary, occasional villain
Africa|Americas|Arts|Asia|Australia|Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Europe|Food|Health|Interview|Lifestyle|MidEast|Opinion|Political|Science|Sports|Technology|Travel|World

Italy's defence minister urges decision on EU SAFE loans before deadline

Italy's defence minister said on Thursday he had written twice to the Treasury urging a decision on whether to tap a European Union arms-

May 14, 2026
Italy's defence minister urges decision on EU SAFE loans before deadline
Asia|Crime|Environment|World

Dust storms and lightning kill at least 96 people in northern India

Dust storms, heavy rain, and lightning have damaged homes and killed at least 96 people in northern India

May 14, 2026
Dust storms and lightning kill at least 96 people in northern India
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Philippine senator wanted by the International Criminal Court flees from Senate

A Philippine senator wanted by the International Criminal Court has fled from the Senate, where he sought refuge to evade arrest

May 14, 2026
Philippine senator wanted by the International Criminal Court flees from Senate
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

China's Xi lauds 'new positioning' in ties with US

China's President Xi Jinping hailed on Thursday a "new positioning" of ties with the United States that envisages cooperation with

May 14, 2026
China's Xi lauds 'new positioning' in ties with US
Asia|Business|Economy|World

Thai economic growth likely slowed in first quarter on tourism slump

Thailand's economic growth likely slowed in the first quarter of 2026 and was barely positive on a quarterly basis, according to a Reuters poll of

May 14, 2026
Thai economic growth likely slowed in first quarter on tourism slump
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Philippine politician wanted by ICC makes 'escape' after Senate chaos

A top Philippine politician wanted by the International Criminal Court was no longer taking refuge at the Senate after what his wife

May 14, 2026
Philippine politician wanted by ICC makes 'escape' after Senate chaos
Asia|Business|Economy|Environment|World

China renews, then halts licenses for hundreds of US beef exporters amid Trump-Xi summit

Chinese customs appeared to have halted export clearances for hundreds of U.S. beef plants on Thursday, hours after Reuters

May 14, 2026
China renews, then halts licenses for hundreds of US beef exporters amid Trump-Xi summit
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Philippine Senate to convene as court next week for VP Duterte impeachment

The Philippine Senate will convene as an impeachment court on May 18 ahead of the trial of Vice President Sara Duterte, its president said on Thursday,

May 14, 2026
Philippine Senate to convene as court next week for VP Duterte impeachment
Asia|Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Political|World

BRICS foreign ministers meet in India as Iran war, oil prices and divisions test the bloc's unity

BRICS foreign ministers have started a two-day meeting in New Delhi

May 14, 2026
BRICS foreign ministers meet in India as Iran war, oil prices and divisions test the bloc's unity
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology|World

Samsung Electronics urges union to resume talks as strike threat looms

Samsung Electronics on Thursday proposed that its South Korean labour union resume pay talks after government-mediated negotiations fell apart, a union leader said, citing a

May 14, 2026
Samsung Electronics urges union to resume talks as strike threat looms
Asia|Crime|Environment|World

Violent storm tears through India's most populous state, killing over 100

A violent storm bringing rain and hail scythed across India's most populous state of Uttar Pradesh, killing more than 100

May 14, 2026
Violent storm tears through India's most populous state, killing over 100
Asia|Business|World

South Korea official says unlikely anyone but Iran behind Hormuz ship attack, Yonhap reports

The possibility that an entity other than Iran was responsible for the attack against a South Korean cargo vessel near the Strait of Hormuz is low, a senior official in Seoul

May 14, 2026
South Korea official says unlikely anyone but Iran behind Hormuz ship attack, Yonhap reports
Asia|Crime|Political|World

New York man found guilty in Chinese 'secret police station' case

A New York man was found guilty on Wednesday of acting as an unregistered agent of the Chinese government after a trial over federal prosecutors' allegations

May 14, 2026
New York man found guilty in Chinese 'secret police station' case
Asia|Economy|Political|World

Trump wants China's help on Iran. Beijing may have other ideas

When U.S.

May 14, 2026
Trump wants China's help on Iran. Beijing may have other ideas
Asia|Crime|World

Gunshots fired in standoff at Philippine Senate over ICC suspect

Gunshots broke out in chaotic scenes at the Philippine Senate on Wednesday where troops had been deployed after a politician wanted by

May 13, 2026
Gunshots fired in standoff at Philippine Senate over ICC suspect
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Who is Ronald dela Rosa, the Philippine senator at centre of Senate shootout?

Philippine Senator Ronald dela Rosa called on the public to step in to prevent law enforcement agents from handing him over to the International Criminal Court

May 13, 2026
Who is Ronald dela Rosa, the Philippine senator at centre of Senate shootout?
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Philippine Senator says arrest imminent, urges public to block ICC transfer

Philippine Senator Ronald dela Rosa said on Wednesday that his arrest was imminent and urged people to mobilise to prevent him from being sent to the International Criminal

May 13, 2026
Philippine Senator says arrest imminent, urges public to block ICC transfer
Asia|Business|Economy|World

Nissan predicts profit above $1 billion this fiscal year, modest Iran war hit

Nissan forecast more than $1 billion in profit for its fiscal year on Wednesday, predicting a relatively modest hit from the Iran war and an increasing impact from

May 13, 2026
Nissan predicts profit above $1 billion this fiscal year, modest Iran war hit
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology|World

Samsung Electronics fails to reach deal with union; PM says strike must be averted

Samsung Electronics and its union failed to reach a pay deal on Wednesday, heightening the risk of a long strike that threatens not only chip

May 13, 2026
Samsung Electronics fails to reach deal with union; PM says strike must be averted
Asia|Political|World

Taiwan ruling party nominates lawmaker sanctioned by China for Taipei mayor

Taiwan's ruling Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) nominated lawmaker Puma Shen on Wednesday as its candidate for Taipei mayor, a man who has been sanctioned by China for

May 13, 2026
Taiwan ruling party nominates lawmaker sanctioned by China for Taipei mayor
Asia|Political|World

Ahead of Trump-Xi summit, China warns on US arms sales to Taiwan

China reiterated its strong opposition to U.S. arms sales to Taiwan on Wednesday, calling on Washington to honour its commitments ahead of U.S.

May 13, 2026
Ahead of Trump-Xi summit, China warns on US arms sales to Taiwan
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Former Philippine ‘drug war’ police chief runs away from government agents to avoid international arrest warrant

Former Philippine ‘drug war’ police chief runs away from government agents to avoid international arrest warrant

May 13, 2026
Former Philippine ‘drug war’ police chief runs away from government agents to avoid international arrest warrant
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

Japan's SoftBank racks up huge profit gains with lift from lucrative AI investments

Japanese technology investor Softbank Group says profits for the fiscal year through March zoomed by nearly five-fold as its AI investments paid off

May 13, 2026
Japan's SoftBank racks up huge profit gains with lift from lucrative AI investments
Asia|Crime|MidEast|Political|World

South Korea weighs phased Hormuz role after US talks, minister says

South Korea is reviewing a phased contribution to efforts to ensure safe navigation through the Strait of Hormuz, Defense Minister Ahn Gyu-back said on

May 13, 2026
South Korea weighs phased Hormuz role after US talks, minister says
Asia|Business|Economy|Environment|World

Some Japanese snack packages are turning black-and-white as Iran war depletes ink supply

The packaging on some snacks in Japan is turning a somber black-and-white, as the war in Iran disrupts the supply of an ingredient in colored ink

May 13, 2026
Some Japanese snack packages are turning black-and-white as Iran war depletes ink supply
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|Travel|World

At Temple of Heaven summit, Trump and Xi will seek a good harvest

Chinese emperors once prayed for bumper crops under the blue-tiled, triple-eaved roof of Beijing's Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests, in sacred rites

May 12, 2026
At Temple of Heaven summit, Trump and Xi will seek a good harvest
Asia|Political|World

South Korea weighs phased Hormuz role after US talks, minister says

South Korea is reviewing a phased contribution to efforts to ensure safe navigation through the Strait of Hormuz, Defense Minister Ahn Gyu-back said on

May 13, 2026
South Korea weighs phased Hormuz role after US talks, minister says
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|US|World

Trump says he does not need China's help to end Iran war, Tehran tightens grip on Hormuz

U.S.

May 12, 2026
Trump says he does not need China's help to end Iran war, Tehran tightens grip on Hormuz
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Kyrgyzstan charges ousted ex-security boss with coup plot, lawyer says

Kyrgyzstan authorities have charged eight people, including powerful ex-security chief Kamchybek Tashiev, with plotting to seize power from President

May 13, 2026
Kyrgyzstan charges ousted ex-security boss with coup plot, lawyer says
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

World markets feel the strain as US–Iran war grinds on

From a rout in Asian currencies to the closure of a low budget

May 12, 2026
World markets feel the strain as US–Iran war grinds on
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|World

Taiwan president thanks US for help in strengthening defences

Taiwan President Lai Ching-te on Tuesday expressed his thanks to the U.S. for its help in strengthening the island's defences and said Taipei would not give in to

May 12, 2026
Taiwan president thanks US for help in strengthening defences
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology|World

Samsung Elec union threatens to walk out of pay talks if no mediation proposal

Samsung Electronics' labour union in South Korea said on Tuesday it would walk out of ongoing pay negotiations if no mediation proposal was offered within two hours.

May 12, 2026
Samsung Elec union threatens to walk out of pay talks if no mediation proposal
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Bomb rigged to rickshaw explodes in Pakistan bazaar, killing 9 and wounding more than 2 dozen others

Police in Pakistan say nine people were killed and more than two dozen others wounded when a bomb rigged to a rickshaw exploded in a bazaar

May 12, 2026
Bomb rigged to rickshaw explodes in Pakistan bazaar, killing 9 and wounding more than 2 dozen others
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Philippines drug war enforcer urges president to not hand him over to ICC

The top enforcer of former Philippine leader Rodrigo Duterte's deadly war on drugs urged President Ferdinand Marcos Jr on Tuesday to not hand him over to the

May 12, 2026
Philippines drug war enforcer urges president to not hand him over to ICC
Asia|Crime|World

Ten killed in blast in northwest Pakistan market, police say

A massive explosion at a crowded market in northwestern Pakistan killed 10 people and wounded dozens more on Tuesday, police and rescue

May 12, 2026
Ten killed in blast in northwest Pakistan market, police say
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Los Angeles-area mayor to plead guilty to acting as Chinese propaganda agent

The mayor of Arcadia, California, a heavily Chinese-American suburb of Los Angeles, has agreed to plead guilty to

May 12, 2026
Los Angeles-area mayor to plead guilty to acting as Chinese propaganda agent
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

Hedge funds record decade-high weekly buying in Korea, Japan, Taiwan equities, Morgan Stanley says

Global hedge funds ramped up bets on Asia, with weekly buying of South Korean, Japanese and Taiwanese stocks hitting a 10-year high last week, according to

May 12, 2026
Hedge funds record decade-high weekly buying in Korea, Japan, Taiwan equities, Morgan Stanley says
Asia|Business|Economy|World

Asia-Pacific's heirs turn to wealth professionals for succession advice, UBS says

Asia-Pacific's ultra-rich, set to take part in a global transfer of $83 trillion in assets over the coming decades, are leaning more on wealth managers and family

May 12, 2026
Asia-Pacific's heirs turn to wealth professionals for succession advice, UBS says
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Oil prices rise as the Iran war drags on, but US stocks inch to more records

Oil prices rose as the war with Iran threatens to drag on, but U.S. stocks nevertheless inched to more records

May 11, 2026
Oil prices rise as the Iran war drags on, but US stocks inch to more records
Asia|Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

India's Modi to begin five-nation tour, including UAE, amid Middle East crisis

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will embark on a five-nation tour taking in the United Arab Emirates and Europe from May 15-20, India's foreign ministry said in a statement on

May 11, 2026
India's Modi to begin five-nation tour, including UAE, amid Middle East crisis
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|Science|Technology|World

Trump and China's Xi set for talks spanning Iran, nuclear, trade and AI

U.S.

May 11, 2026
Trump and China's Xi set for talks spanning Iran, nuclear, trade and AI
Asia|Crime|World

Philippines' Duterte ally in standoff with law enforcers after ICC arrest warrant

The chief enforcer of former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte's deadly "war on drugs" locked himself in his

May 11, 2026
Philippines' Duterte ally in standoff with law enforcers after ICC arrest warrant
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Pakistan blames Afghanistan-based militants for deadly attack on police

Pakistan blames Afghanistan-based militants for the attack on a police post that killed 15 personnel over the weekend, Pakistan's foreign ministry said on Monday,

May 11, 2026
Pakistan blames Afghanistan-based militants for deadly attack on police
Asia|Political|World

Philippine lawmakers impeach VP Sara Duterte, set stage for Senate trial 

A bid to impeach Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte won the required backing of the lower house on Monday,

May 11, 2026
Philippine lawmakers impeach VP Sara Duterte, set stage for Senate trial 
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Philippines presidential hopeful Sara Duterte impeached, awaits Senate trial

Philippine lawmakers overwhelmingly voted to

May 11, 2026
Philippines presidential hopeful Sara Duterte impeached, awaits Senate trial
Asia|Crime|MidEast|Political|World

South Korea condemns attack on cargo ship in Strait of Hormuz, vows response

South Korea's presidential Blue House on Monday condemned in the strongest terms an attack against a cargo ship operated by a Korean shipper this month in

May 11, 2026
South Korea condemns attack on cargo ship in Strait of Hormuz, vows response
Asia|Crime|Election|World

Philippine lawmakers impeach presidential hopeful Sara Duterte

Philippine lawmakers on Monday overwhelmingly backed the impeachment of Vice President Sara Duterte, setting the stage for a trial in the

May 11, 2026
Philippine lawmakers impeach presidential hopeful Sara Duterte
Asia|Political|Travel|World

Vatican official making rare trip to Taiwan for Buddhist charity celebrations

A Vatican official is making a rare trip to Taiwan this week for the 60th anniversary of the founding of the

May 11, 2026
Vatican official making rare trip to Taiwan for Buddhist charity celebrations
Asia|Business|Economy|World

Ambani's Jio Platforms IPO pivots to pure fundraising, no investor exits, sources say

Indian billionaire Mukesh Ambani's Reliance Jio Platforms has shifted its planned Mumbai IPO to a pure fundraising exercise, abandoning

May 11, 2026
Ambani's Jio Platforms IPO pivots to pure fundraising, no investor exits, sources say
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|MidEast|Political|Stock Markets|World

Peace progress stalls, AI rally does not

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Tom Westbrook Markets still want to believe that neither the U.S. nor Iran is aiming to escalate their conflict.

May 11, 2026
Peace progress stalls, AI rally does not
Asia|Environment|Political|Science|World

Taiwan says it drove away Chinese research ship

Taiwan's coast guard said on Monday that it had disrupted "illegal" operations by a Chinese research ship in waters close to the island and driven it away, part of what

May 11, 2026
Taiwan says it drove away Chinese research ship
Asia|Political|World

Thailand's Thaksin released from prison after serving 8 months for abuse of power

Former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra has been released from a Bangkok prison after serving eight months on a corruption-related charge

May 11, 2026
Thailand's Thaksin released from prison after serving 8 months for abuse of power
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

Taiwan confident in US ties but hopes for no 'surprises' from Trump's China summit

Taiwan is confident in the stable development of its ties with the U.S. but hopes there are no "surprises" on Taiwan-related issues when U.S.

May 11, 2026
Taiwan confident in US ties but hopes for no 'surprises' from Trump's China summit
Asia|Political|World

Thailand's former PM Thaksin freed from prison

Thailand's billionaire former premier Thaksin Shinawatra was released from jail on parole and met by cheering crowds on Monday, eight months after a

May 11, 2026
Thailand's former PM Thaksin freed from prison
Asia|Environment|Travel|World

At least three dead and dozens trapped after volcano erupts in Indonesia

Mount Dukono erupted, leaving dozens trapped on a remote Indonesian island. CNN's Will Ripley reports.

May 08, 2026
At least three dead and dozens trapped after volcano erupts in Indonesia
Arts|Asia|Business|Economy|Entertainment|Environment|Lifestyle|World

Cats or dogs? In East Asia, more people are becoming feline fans

Cats or dogs? In East Asia, more people are becoming feline fans

May 10, 2026
Cats or dogs? In East Asia, more people are becoming feline fans
Asia|Technology|World

US experience fighting Iran offers lessons for China, experts say

US experience fighting Iran offers lessons for China, experts say

May 10, 2026
US experience fighting Iran offers lessons for China, experts say
Asia|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Kremlin accuses Armenia of providing platform for Ukraine's Zelenskiy, agencies report

Russia accused Armenia on Sunday of providing Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy with "a platform for anti-Russian remarks", in a further sign of a chill in relations

May 10, 2026
Kremlin accuses Armenia of providing platform for Ukraine's Zelenskiy, agencies report
Asia|Business|Economy|Environment|World

Iran war disruptions spark higher costs and lost income in Bangladesh

Tariqul Islam, a ride-share driver in Bangladesh, faces long fuel lines due to supply disruptions linked to the war in Iran

May 10, 2026
Iran war disruptions spark higher costs and lost income in Bangladesh
Asia|Political|World

Ahead of US-China summit, Taiwan’s opposition leader says island can embrace both powers

Ahead of US-China summit, Taiwan’s opposition leader says island can embrace both powers

May 10, 2026
Ahead of US-China summit, Taiwan’s opposition leader says island can embrace both powers
Asia|Environment|Science|World

Rescuers locate two missing Singaporeans after Mount Dukono eruption, one Indonesian dead

Indonesian authorities on Saturday located the position of two missing Singaporeans, although it was not known if they were alive, and confirmed the death

May 09, 2026
Rescuers locate two missing Singaporeans after Mount Dukono eruption, one Indonesian dead
Americas|Asia|Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Trump's feuds, tensions with allies likely to outlast Iran war

With his decision to pull some U.S. troops from Germany, his threats to draw down forces elsewhere in Europe and his downplaying of

May 09, 2026
Trump's feuds, tensions with allies likely to outlast Iran war
Asia|Environment|World

Multiple hikers killed, others rescued after volcano erupts in Indonesia

Multiple hikers killed, others rescued after volcano erupts in Indonesia

May 08, 2026
Multiple hikers killed, others rescued after volcano erupts in Indonesia
Asia|Business|Economy|World

China April exports rebound strongly after sluggish March, trade surplus widens

China's export growth gathered pace in April as factories raced to meet a wave of overseas orders from buyers seeking to stockpile

May 09, 2026
China April exports rebound strongly after sluggish March, trade surplus widens
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

US concerned by Taiwan defence delay 'concession' to China

Further delays to Taiwan military spending are a "concession" to China, the U.S.

May 09, 2026
US concerned by Taiwan defence delay 'concession' to China
Asia|Political|World

North Korean leader Kim calls ties with Russia top priority in Victory Day message to Putin

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un on Saturday reaffirmed his country's commitment to its mutual defence treaty with Russia, in a message to President Vladimir Putin

May 09, 2026
North Korean leader Kim calls ties with Russia top priority in Victory Day message to Putin
Asia|Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

A massive 11,000-carat ruby has been unearthed in Myanmar’s war-scarred gemstone heartland

Miners in Myanmar have discovered a massive ruby, considered to be the second-largest by weight ever found in the country

May 08, 2026
A massive 11,000-carat ruby has been unearthed in Myanmar’s war-scarred gemstone heartland
Asia|Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Trump on Tour

Shuttle diplomacy reaches a peak in the week to come as U.S. President Donald Trump heads to China and his finance chief visits Japan.

May 08, 2026
Trump on Tour
Asia|Economy|Political|World

Taiwan parliament approves extra defence spending but less than government wanted

Taiwan's opposition-controlled parliament approved extra defence spending of $25 billion on Friday, or just about two-thirds of the amount sought by the government to bolster

May 08, 2026
Taiwan parliament approves extra defence spending but less than government wanted
Asia|Business|Crime|MidEast|World

South Korea begins probe into ship fire in Strait of Hormuz amid Iran dispute

South Korea's Oceans Ministry said on Friday that government investigators had started examining the cause of an explosion and fire aboard a Korean-operated vessel amid

May 08, 2026
South Korea begins probe into ship fire in Strait of Hormuz amid Iran dispute
Asia|Political|World

South Korea parliament drops constitutional amendment vote tied to martial law

South Korea's parliamentary speaker Woo Won-shik said on Friday that a bill to amend the constitution to tighten rules on martial law would not proceed to a plenary vote after

May 08, 2026
South Korea parliament drops constitutional amendment vote tied to martial law
Asia|Business|Crime|Economy|Technology

US suspects Nvidia chips smuggled to Alibaba via Thailand, Bloomberg News reports

A firm linked to Thailand's national AI initiative is suspected of helping smuggle billions of dollars' worth of Super Micro Computer servers containing advanced Nvidia chips to

May 08, 2026
US suspects Nvidia chips smuggled to Alibaba via Thailand, Bloomberg News reports
Asia|Business|Environment|World

The death toll from an explosion at a fireworks plant in China rises to 37

The death toll from an explosion at a fireworks plant this week in central China has risen to 37, state media reported

May 08, 2026
The death toll from an explosion at a fireworks plant in China rises to 37
Asia|Travel|World

Indonesian authorities rushing to rescue 20 hikers after Mount Dukono eruption

Indonesian authorities are rushing to rescue 20 hikers after the eruption of Mount Dukono on Halmahera island on Friday, a local rescue agency official told Reuters.

May 08, 2026
Indonesian authorities rushing to rescue 20 hikers after Mount Dukono eruption
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Markets cling on as ceasefire is tested

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Tom Westbrook Oil ticked higher and European futures wobbled on Friday, while the U.S. and Iran exchanged fire in the Middle East.

May 08, 2026
Markets cling on as ceasefire is tested
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|Political|Science|Travel|World

British MPs to visit China this month, sources say

A cross-party delegation of British lawmakers will visit China this month, two

May 08, 2026
British MPs to visit China this month, sources say
Asia|Economy|Political|World

Paraguay 'deeply values' Taiwan ties, president says in Taipei

Paraguay "deeply values" its relations with Taiwan and will continue to offer support, President Santiago Pena said on Friday as he was formally welcomed in Taipei by

May 08, 2026
Paraguay 'deeply values' Taiwan ties, president says in Taipei
Asia|Business|Environment|Health|Science|World

Death toll rises to 37 in China fireworks factory blast

The death toll has risen to 37 from 26 and one person remains missing after a fireworks factory explosion in the southern Chinese province of Hunan, state news agency Xinhua

May 08, 2026
Death toll rises to 37 in China fireworks factory blast
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

China's exports likely picked up pace in April on Iran war stockpiling: Reuters Poll

China's export growth likely quickened in April, a Reuters poll showed on Friday, as companies rushed to stockpile components from the manufacturing powerhouse amid fears

May 08, 2026
China's exports likely picked up pace in April on Iran war stockpiling: Reuters Poll
Asia|Technology|World

Communist-run Vietnam eyes influencers, AI to spruce up propaganda, documents show

Vietnam's ruling Communist Party plans to revamp its propaganda efforts by drafting in social media influencers and artificial

May 08, 2026
Communist-run Vietnam eyes influencers, AI to spruce up propaganda, documents show
Asia|Political|World

South Korea heads to local elections under shadow of disgraced former president

South Korea's martial law scandal is set to loom large over local elections in June that will test whether opposition conservatives can rein in

May 08, 2026
South Korea heads to local elections under shadow of disgraced former president
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology

Japan's SoftBank explores homegrown AI servers with Nvidia, Foxconn, Nikkei reports

SoftBank Corp has begun discussions with U.S. chip giant Nvidia and Taiwanese contract manufacturer Foxconn as it weighs plans to build "made-in-Japan" artificial

May 08, 2026
Japan's SoftBank explores homegrown AI servers with Nvidia, Foxconn, Nikkei reports
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Stocks pull back, oil choppy as US-Iran peace deal remains in flux

U.S. and European stocks slipped on Thursday, as oil prices swung between gains and losses in volatile trading with investors still

May 07, 2026
Stocks pull back, oil choppy as US-Iran peace deal remains in flux
Asia|Crime|Political|World

China sentences former defence ministers to death with reprieve

Former Chinese defence ministers Wei Fenghe and Li Shangfu were both sentenced to death with a two-year reprieve over

May 07, 2026
China sentences former defence ministers to death with reprieve
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|MidEast|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Oil prices settle 1% lower in volatile trading after US mulls resuming Strait of Hormuz military escorts

Oil prices swung between gains and losses in volatile trading on Thursday, ultimately settling lower after a report said Saudi Arabia and Kuwait lifted

May 07, 2026
Oil prices settle 1% lower in volatile trading after US mulls resuming Strait of Hormuz military escorts
Asia|Business|Economy|Environment|MidEast|Travel|World

Indian seafarers endured nightly blasts, lack of food in Iran war ordeal

Nightly explosions of drones and missiles terrified Indian sailor Tithi Chiranjeevi after his ship was stranded in Iran for more than a month by the Strait

May 07, 2026
Indian seafarers endured nightly blasts, lack of food in Iran war ordeal
Asia|Business|Political|World

ASEAN to hold talks soon with Myanmar foreign minister, secretary-general says

Southeast Asian foreign ministers have agreed to a virtual meeting with their Myanmar counterpart, ASEAN's secretary-general said on Thursday, as

May 07, 2026
ASEAN to hold talks soon with Myanmar foreign minister, secretary-general says
Asia|Political|World

Pakistan warns of strong response to any attack on anniversary of clash with India

Pakistan’s military warns it will respond strongly to any attack as it marks the anniversary of last year’s conflict with India

May 07, 2026
Pakistan warns of strong response to any attack on anniversary of clash with India
Asia|Crime|Political|World

China gives suspended death sentences to two former defense ministers

China gives suspended death sentences to two former defense ministers

May 07, 2026
China gives suspended death sentences to two former defense ministers
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology

Tesla's China-made EV sales jump 36% in April, extending rebound

Tesla's China-made EV sales jumped 36% on the year in April, a sixth month of gains, as the U.S. automaker fights to hold ground against a wave of cheaper Chinese rivals.

May 07, 2026
Tesla's China-made EV sales jump 36% in April, extending rebound
Asia|Business|Political|World

Thai, Cambodian leaders commit to seek peace after rare meeting on conflict

The leaders of Thailand and Cambodia agreed on Thursday to pursue trust-building measures to advance a fragile ceasefire and establish peace,

May 07, 2026
Thai, Cambodian leaders commit to seek peace after rare meeting on conflict
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|Technology|World

What's at stake at the Trump-Xi summit

U.S.

May 07, 2026
What's at stake at the Trump-Xi summit
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

China may try 'manoeuvring' over Taiwan issue at Trump meeting, official says

China may try some "manoeuvring" over the Taiwan issue when U.S.

May 07, 2026
China may try 'manoeuvring' over Taiwan issue at Trump meeting, official says
Asia|Australia|Economy|Political|World

Solomon Islands PM ousted after losing confidence vote

Solomon Islands Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele was ousted from power on Thursday after losing a confidence vote in the country's parliament. 

May 07, 2026
Solomon Islands PM ousted after losing confidence vote
Asia|Economy|Political|World

China signals again that Taiwan is a priority ahead of Trump-Xi meeting

China is signaling that Taiwan will be a priority ahead of a summit between U.S. President Donald Trump and China's President Xi Jinping next week

May 07, 2026
China signals again that Taiwan is a priority ahead of Trump-Xi meeting
Asia|Business|Economy|Education|World

China’s youth are ditching the rat race, and its spies say foreign countries are to blame

China’s youth are ditching the rat race, and its spies say foreign countries are to blame

May 07, 2026
China’s youth are ditching the rat race, and its spies say foreign countries are to blame
Asia|Crime|Political|World

South Korea appeals court cuts jail term for ex-PM Han to 15 years in martial law case

A South Korean appeals court on Thursday cut the jail sentence for former Prime Minister Han Duck-soo to 15 years from 23 years over his role in ex-

May 07, 2026
South Korea appeals court cuts jail term for ex-PM Han to 15 years in martial law case
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|World

China asks banks to pause new loans to US-sanctioned refiners, Bloomberg News reports

China's financial regulator has advised the country's largest lenders to temporarily suspend new loans to five refineries recently sanctioned by the U.S. over their ties to Iranian

May 07, 2026
China asks banks to pause new loans to US-sanctioned refiners, Bloomberg News reports
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology|World

Samsung says to discontinue China sales of some consumer electronics products

Samsung Electronics, a maker of TVs and home appliances, said on Wednesday that it has decided to discontinue sales of some consumer electronics products in mainland China

May 06, 2026
Samsung says to discontinue China sales of some consumer electronics products
Asia|Economy|MidEast|Political|World

China is stepping up its Iran war diplomacy ahead of Trump's summit with Xi

China’s diplomatic role in the Iran war has come into sharper focus after talks between Chinese and Iranian foreign ministers on Wednesday, days before U.S. President Donald Trump is expected to meet his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping

May 06, 2026
China is stepping up its Iran war diplomacy ahead of Trump's summit with Xi
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

Iran foreign minister meets Chinese counterpart a week before Trump's Beijing trip

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi met China's top diplomat in Beijing on Wednesday, underscoring close ties between the two countries

May 06, 2026
Iran foreign minister meets Chinese counterpart a week before Trump's Beijing trip
Africa|Asia|Economy|World

China condemns Eswatini for being 'kept and fed' by Taiwan in travel row

China said on Wednesday Eswatini's leaders were being "kept and fed" by Taiwan, using unusually strong language to condemn the small southern African kingdom for

May 06, 2026
China condemns Eswatini for being 'kept and fed' by Taiwan in travel row
Asia|Business|Economy|World

South Korea suspends review of Trump's call to participate in 'Project Freedom'

South Korea's presidential office said on Wednesday it had suspended a review on whether to participate in a U.S. operation to escort ships through the Strait of Hormuz after

May 06, 2026
South Korea suspends review of Trump's call to participate in 'Project Freedom'
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Philippines urges Myanmar to grant ASEAN envoy access to Aung San Suu Kyi

The Philippines called on Myanmar on Wednesday to allow ASEAN's special envoy to meet with detained leader Aung San Suu Kyi, pressing for greater transparency after

May 06, 2026
Philippines urges Myanmar to grant ASEAN envoy access to Aung San Suu Kyi
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

Trump, Xi likely to discuss Taiwan next week, U.S. says

Taiwan is likely to be a topic of conversation between U.S.

May 06, 2026
Trump, Xi likely to discuss Taiwan next week, U.S. says
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|MidEast|Stock Markets|World

Wall Street rallies to records after oil prices ease and corporate profits keep topping expectations

The U.S. stock market rose to records after oil prices eased and companies kept reporting bigger profits for the start of the year than analysts expected

May 05, 2026
Wall Street rallies to records after oil prices ease and corporate profits keep topping expectations
Asia|Travel|World

Pakistan navy assists Indian vessel stranded in Arabian Sea

Pakistan's navy responded to a distress call from an Indian vessel stranded in the Arabian Sea after a critical technical failure, Pakistan's military said on Tuesday. 

May 05, 2026
Pakistan navy assists Indian vessel stranded in Arabian Sea
Asia|Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Technology|World

AirAsia, Airbus set to announce 150-jet order for A220 on Wednesday, sources say

Airbus plans to announce an order on Wednesday for about 150 A220 jets from AirAsia, in a boost for the planemaker's smallest jetliner that has recently lost orders to

May 05, 2026
AirAsia, Airbus set to announce 150-jet order for A220 on Wednesday, sources say
Asia|Political|World

Thai foreign minister seeks ASEAN talks with Myanmar counterpart

Thailand's foreign minister said on Tuesday he planned to invite his Myanmar counterpart to meet top regional diplomats, aiming to build consensus within

May 05, 2026
Thai foreign minister seeks ASEAN talks with Myanmar counterpart
Asia|Business|Economy|World

Hong Kong Q1 GDP expands at strongest pace in nearly five years

Hong Kong's economy expanded 5.9% in the first quarter from a year earlier, official advance estimates showed on Tuesday, the 13th consecutive quarter of growth and the

May 05, 2026
Hong Kong Q1 GDP expands at strongest pace in nearly five years
Asia|Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Blast at fireworks factory in China's Hunan kills 26, Xi calls for probe, state media says

A blast at a fireworks factory in China has killed at least 26 people and injured 61, flattening buildings and sending towering clouds of smoke into the sky, and prompting

May 05, 2026
Blast at fireworks factory in China's Hunan kills 26, Xi calls for probe, state media says
Asia|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Armenia hosts a historic European Union summit as the country charts a course away from Russia

Armenia is hosting the first European Union summit in Yerevan

May 05, 2026
Armenia hosts a historic European Union summit as the country charts a course away from Russia
Asia|Crime|World

An explosion at a fireworks plant in China kills at least 26 people and injures dozens of others

Authorities in China say an explosion at a fireworks plant in a central Chinese province has killed at least 26 people and injured 61 others

May 05, 2026
An explosion at a fireworks plant in China kills at least 26 people and injures dozens of others
Asia|Travel|World

Taiwan won't give in to pressure, president says of Africa trip China denounced

President Lai Ching-te arrived home on Tuesday from Eswatini saying Taiwan would not give in to pressure, having taken a circuitous

May 05, 2026
Taiwan won't give in to pressure, president says of Africa trip China denounced
Asia|Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

US tries to force open the Strait of Hormuz as the UAE comes under attack in a test of Iran truce

The U.S. military says it fired on Iranian forces and sank six small boats as it moved to reopen the Strait of Hormuz

May 04, 2026
US tries to force open the Strait of Hormuz as the UAE comes under attack in a test of Iran truce
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Oil jumps, stocks drop as Iran tightens grip on Strait of Hormuz

Oil prices jumped 6% on Monday and stocks fell as Iran escalated its military campaign, hitting several ships in the Strait of Hormuz and setting

May 04, 2026
Oil jumps, stocks drop as Iran tightens grip on Strait of Hormuz
Arts|Asia|Political|Sports|World

A North Korean women's soccer team is set to play in a tournament in South Korea

A North Korean women’s soccer team is scheduled to play at a regional tournament in South Korea later this month

May 04, 2026
A North Korean women's soccer team is set to play in a tournament in South Korea
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

Indonesia, Japan sign defence cooperation agreement

Indonesia and Japan signed a defence cooperation agreement on Monday, officials said, which includes cooperation in the defence industry, human development and disaster

May 04, 2026
Indonesia, Japan sign defence cooperation agreement
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

Singapore and NZ sign deal to keep supply chains open, say they are open to interest from other countries

The leaders of Singapore and New Zealand signed an agreement to keep their supply chains open during times of crisis on Monday, and said they hoped the agreement would be

May 04, 2026
Singapore and NZ sign deal to keep supply chains open, say they are open to interest from other countries
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|World

India's factory growth stays sluggish in April amid war-led soaring costs, PMI shows

India's manufacturing growth edged up slightly in April but remained stuck near a four-year low as weak demand and soaring input costs driven by the Middle East war

May 04, 2026
India's factory growth stays sluggish in April amid war-led soaring costs, PMI shows
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

An unfinished Iran war could give Xi the upper hand in Trump talks, sources say

An unfinished Iran war could give Xi the upper hand in Trump talks, sources say

May 04, 2026
An unfinished Iran war could give Xi the upper hand in Trump talks, sources say
Asia|Business|Economy|World

Asian Development Bank offers help to Pacific countries hit by Iran war

The Asian Development Bank said on Sunday it was ready to deliver urgent help to the countries in the Pacific region, which has been rattled by the war in the

May 03, 2026
Asian Development Bank offers help to Pacific countries hit by Iran war
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

China, Philippines trade accusations over South China Sea

China accused the Philippines of landing personnel on a disputed reef in the South China Sea on Sunday as Manila said it would dispatch ships to drive off Chinese vessels it

May 03, 2026
China, Philippines trade accusations over South China Sea
Asia|Business|Economy|Environment|Food|Travel|World

Inside the complex, secretive business of buying ube, the internet’s new favorite food

Inside the complex, secretive business of buying ube, the internet’s new favorite food

May 03, 2026
Inside the complex, secretive business of buying ube, the internet’s new favorite food
Asia|Political|World

North Korea's Kim casts youth as vanguard of state goals amid Russia war

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un met delegates to the ruling party's youth league congress in Pyongyang, state media KCNA said on Sunday, as the government again cast young

May 03, 2026
North Korea's Kim casts youth as vanguard of state goals amid Russia war
Asia|Political|Travel|World

Taiwan president arrives in Eswatini after blaming China for cancellation of prior trip

Taiwan President Lai Ching-te reached Eswatini on Saturday, two weeks after he was forced to postpone a trip to a diplomatic ally because Indian Ocean states

May 02, 2026
Taiwan president arrives in Eswatini after blaming China for cancellation of prior trip
Asia|Technology|World

US, Philippines deploy anti-ship missile system in Batanes near Taiwan for war games

(This May 2 story has been repeated with no changes to the text.)

May 02, 2026
US, Philippines deploy anti-ship missile system in Batanes near Taiwan for war games
Asia|Business|Economy|World

Japan, Vietnam seek deeper energy, minerals ties amid geopolitical risks

(This May 2 story has been repeated with no changes to the text.)

May 02, 2026
Japan, Vietnam seek deeper energy, minerals ties amid geopolitical risks
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Travel|World

Fuel crisis uncertainty looms as Croatia gears up for the summer tourism season

Summer is a few months away, but the streets of Croatia’s old town of Dubrovnik are already teeming with tourists

May 02, 2026
Fuel crisis uncertainty looms as Croatia gears up for the summer tourism season
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Legal team plans to meet with detained Myanmar ex-leader Suu Kyi this weekend

The legal team of Myanmar's Aung San Suu Kyi plans to meet the detained former leader this weekend after she was transferred to house arrest in the capital by the military-backed

May 01, 2026
Legal team plans to meet with detained Myanmar ex-leader Suu Kyi this weekend
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Global markets tread water as yen moves dominate currency trading

Global shares steadied on Friday, with U.S. tech stocks rallying anew and investors remaining focused on currency markets after the yen

May 01, 2026
Global markets tread water as yen moves dominate currency trading
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World

Tesla sales rebound continues in several European markets in April

Registrations of Tesla cars continued to rebound in France, Denmark and the Netherlands in April, but fast-moving Chinese rivals such as BYD kept chipping away

May 01, 2026
Tesla sales rebound continues in several European markets in April
Africa|Americas|Asia|Crime|Europe|MidEast|World

Man charged with attempted murder after two Jewish men stabbed in London

Man charged with attempted murder after two Jewish men stabbed in London

May 01, 2026
Man charged with attempted murder after two Jewish men stabbed in London
Asia|Business|Economy|World

Japan's big trading houses expect record profits but utilities forecast pain as Iran war weighs

Some big Japanese trading houses forecast on Friday record annual profits as the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran keeps commodity prices high,

May 01, 2026
Japan's big trading houses expect record profits but utilities forecast pain as Iran war weighs
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Former leader Aung San Suu Kyi moved from prison to house arrest in Myanmar

Myanmar’s former leader Aung San Suu Kyi has been moved from prison to house arrest

April 30, 2026
Former leader Aung San Suu Kyi moved from prison to house arrest in Myanmar
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Japan's factory activity growth hits 4-year high on stockpiling, PMI shows

Japan's manufacturing activity grew at its strongest pace in over four years in April, as companies ramped up production and stockpiled goods amid supply chain disruptions

May 01, 2026
Japan's factory activity growth hits 4-year high on stockpiling, PMI shows
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|World

Core inflation in Tokyo slows, seen accelerating on energy shock

Annual core inflation in April hit a four-year low and stayed below the central bank's 2% target for a third straight month, as fuel and education subsidies

May 01, 2026
Core inflation in Tokyo slows, seen accelerating on energy shock
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|MidEast|Stock Markets|World

Bonds, stocks climb on oil's pullback; yen jumps after Japan's currency intervention

Global bond prices and stocks rose on Thursday as oil prices retreated from four-year highs, while the yen jumped after

April 30, 2026
Bonds, stocks climb on oil's pullback; yen jumps after Japan's currency intervention
Asia|Interview|Sports|World

Afghan women allowed to compete as national football side

The vice captain of Afghan Women United Fatima Yousufi says it's exciting to be part of a team that has a future and opens doors to the likes of the 2028 Olympics after this week's news that an official Afghanistan women's national football team will return to the international stag. She sits down with World Sport's Amanda Davies.

April 30, 2026
Afghan women allowed to compete as national football side
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology|World

Banks in Asia brace for complex cyber threats from frontier AI

Banks across Asia, including those in Singapore - among the region's largest - are tightening checks on artificial

April 30, 2026
Banks in Asia brace for complex cyber threats from frontier AI
Asia|Political|World

China holds naval, air patrols near Scarborough Shoal as Philippines, US stage drills

China's military said on

April 30, 2026
China holds naval, air patrols near Scarborough Shoal as Philippines, US stage drills
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|World

Asia's bond markets shake off war angst with record local issuance

The Middle East war has not slowed Asia's local currency bond markets, with Hong Kong and Australian dollar issuance hitting

April 30, 2026
Asia's bond markets shake off war angst with record local issuance
Asia|MidEast|Political|World

Japan's PM vows all diplomatic efforts to ensure passage of vessels through Hormuz

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi said on Thursday that she will continue all diplomatic efforts to ensure the passage of all vessels though the Strait of Hormuz.

April 30, 2026
Japan's PM vows all diplomatic efforts to ensure passage of vessels through Hormuz
Asia|Europe|World

Kim Jong Un praises soldier suicides, signals deepening role in Russia’s war

Kim Jong Un praises soldier suicides, signals deepening role in Russia’s war

April 30, 2026
Kim Jong Un praises soldier suicides, signals deepening role in Russia’s war
Asia|Business|Economy|World

China's top airlines swing to Q1 profit, fuel costs cloud outlook

China's top three state-owned airlines bounced back to profit in the first quarter, helped by robust demand during the Lunar New Year

April 30, 2026
China's top airlines swing to Q1 profit, fuel costs cloud outlook
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Leader of Cambodia's defunct opposition loses appeal against treason conviction, lawyer says

A Cambodian appeals court on Thursday upheld a 27-year sentence for former opposition leader Kem Sokha for his treason conviction, his lawyer said, another blow to an

April 30, 2026
Leader of Cambodia's defunct opposition loses appeal against treason conviction, lawyer says
Asia|Technology|World

Taiwan activates backup communications for outlying island after undersea cable breaks

Taiwan has activated backup communications for its northernmost territory, the remote and strategically located island of Dongyin, after poor weather conditions apparently

April 30, 2026
Taiwan activates backup communications for outlying island after undersea cable breaks
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Myanmar commutes ex-leader Aung San Suu Kyi's sentence again, lawyer says

Myanmar's detained former leader Aung San Suu Kyi has been given a further one-sixth reduction in her sentence as part of an amnesty, a member of her legal team said on Thursday,

April 30, 2026
Myanmar commutes ex-leader Aung San Suu Kyi's sentence again, lawyer says
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|MidEast|World

StanChart profit surges on Gulf bond issuance, books $190 million charge on Iran war

Standard Chartered on Thursday posted a better-than-expected 17% profit gain, buoyed in part as Gulf countries rushed to raise

April 30, 2026
StanChart profit surges on Gulf bond issuance, books $190 million charge on Iran war
Asia|Crime|World

French teen charged in Singapore over a vending machine straw-licking video

A French teen faces charges in Singapore after posting a video of himself licking a straw from an orange juice vending machine and putting it back

April 30, 2026
French teen charged in Singapore over a vending machine straw-licking video
Asia|Business|Economy|Environment|World

Surprise fall in Japan's factory output as Iran war takes toll on petroleum-based products

Japan's factory output unexpectedly fell in March as production tumbled for a range of chemical and petroleum-based goods, data showed on

April 30, 2026
Surprise fall in Japan's factory output as Iran war takes toll on petroleum-based products
Asia|Environment|Health|World

Seven people die in hospital wall collapse in southern India

Seven people have died after an 8-foot (2.5-metre) wall at a hospital complex collapsed in the southern Indian city of Bengaluru, a state official said on

April 30, 2026
Seven people die in hospital wall collapse in southern India
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|World

Oil soars, US stocks end muted on Iran worries with earnings, Fed in focus

Oil prices soared on worries about prolonged supply disruption due to the Middle East war while Wall Street's stock indexes

April 29, 2026
Oil soars, US stocks end muted on Iran worries with earnings, Fed in focus
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

China's largest lenders' first-quarter profit up over 3%, sour loan ratios steady

Five of China's largest lenders reported net profit growth over 3% in the first quarter of this year on Wednesday, as bad debt ratios

April 29, 2026
China's largest lenders' first-quarter profit up over 3%, sour loan ratios steady
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|World

China's Shenzhen further eases homebuying curbs

Shenzhen, one of China's four first-tier cities, further relaxed restrictions for buying homes in the city in a bid to spur demand. 

April 29, 2026
China's Shenzhen further eases homebuying curbs
Asia|Crime|Election|Political|World

Philippine vice president faces impeachment vote in Congress after panel find probable cause

The Philippine House justice committee on Wednesday found probable cause to impeach Vice President Sara Duterte, moving a step closer to a process that

April 29, 2026
Philippine vice president faces impeachment vote in Congress after panel find probable cause
Asia|Crime|World

Indonesia military court begins trial of officers allegedly behind acid attack on activist

JAKARTA, April 29 - Indonesian military prosecutors charged four officers on Wednesday for their alleged involvement in an acid attack on an activist known for campaigning against the expanding public

April 29, 2026
Indonesia military court begins trial of officers allegedly behind acid attack on activist
Asia|Crime|Political|World

South Korean appeals court increases jail term for former President Yoon in obstruction case

A South Korean appeals court on Wednesday increased the jail term for former President Yoon Suk Yeol on charges linked to his short-lived 2024

April 29, 2026
South Korean appeals court increases jail term for former President Yoon in obstruction case
Asia|Crime|Europe|Political|World

North Korea's Kim praises soldiers who committed suicide to evade capture in Ukraine

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has praised soldiers who committed suicide while fighting against Ukrainian forces in Russia's Kursk region, confirming an extreme battle

April 28, 2026
North Korea's Kim praises soldiers who committed suicide to evade capture in Ukraine
Asia|Business|Political|World

Philippines not concerned Iran war will distract US from region, top defence official says

The Philippines is not worried about any reduction in U.S. deterrence capabilities in the Indo-Pacific due to the war in the Middle East,

April 28, 2026
Philippines not concerned Iran war will distract US from region, top defence official says
Asia|Economy|Europe|Political|World

EU's top diplomat calls on Southeast Asian countries to seek alternatives to Russian oil

The European Union's foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas urged partner countries in Southeast Asia on Tuesday not to turn to Russia for oil supplies as they try

April 28, 2026
EU's top diplomat calls on Southeast Asian countries to seek alternatives to Russian oil
Asia|Crime|World

Indonesia commuter train crash toll rises to 15 as rescuers complete evacuation

The death toll from a train collision near the Indonesian capital Jakarta has risen to 15 with another 88 injured, a senior minister said on Tuesday,

April 28, 2026
Indonesia commuter train crash toll rises to 15 as rescuers complete evacuation
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology|World

Toyota suppliers feeling profit pressure from Iran war

Japanese parts suppliers to automakers including Toyota face mounting cost and supply uncertainties due to the Iran war, warning that oil-related

April 28, 2026
Toyota suppliers feeling profit pressure from Iran war
Asia|Business|Crime|World

Sri Lanka arrests 22 Buddhist monks allegedly carrying over 110 kilos of cannabis at airport

Sri Lanka arrests 22 Buddhist monks allegedly carrying over 110 kilos of cannabis at airport

April 28, 2026
Sri Lanka arrests 22 Buddhist monks allegedly carrying over 110 kilos of cannabis at airport
Asia|Crime|World

Rescuers recover last victims from Indonesia train wreck that killed 15 and injured dozens

Rescuers have finished removing victims from a damaged commuter train car, confirming the crash outside Indonesia’s capital killed 15 people

April 28, 2026
Rescuers recover last victims from Indonesia train wreck that killed 15 and injured dozens
Asia|Business|Economy|World

South Korea's central bank cites war uncertainty in cautious approach, minutes show

South Korea's monetary policy board said a cautious, wait-and-see approach is appropriate for now as heightened uncertainty from the Iran war warrants more monitoring of

April 28, 2026
South Korea's central bank cites war uncertainty in cautious approach, minutes show
Asia|Business|MidEast|Political|World

Iran willing to share defensive capabilities with Asian partners, deputy defence minister says

Iran is ready to share its defensive weapons capabilities with "independent countries, especially members of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO)", Deputy Defence

April 28, 2026
Iran willing to share defensive capabilities with Asian partners, deputy defence minister says
Asia|Crime|World

North Korea sharply increased executions during pandemic lockdown, rights group says

North Korea sharply raised the number of executions it conducted after shutting its borders during the COVID-19 pandemic, with the largest share linked to

April 28, 2026
North Korea sharply increased executions during pandemic lockdown, rights group says
Asia|Crime|World

Indonesia train crash toll rises to 14 as rescuers complete evacuation

The death toll from a train collision near the Indonesian capital Jakarta has risen to 14 with another 84 injured, the train operator said on Tuesday,

April 28, 2026
Indonesia train crash toll rises to 14 as rescuers complete evacuation
Asia|Political|World

At UN, China denounces Japan and EU over South China Sea remarks

China denounced remarks by Japan and the European Union about the South China Sea at a U.N.

April 28, 2026
At UN, China denounces Japan and EU over South China Sea remarks
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology|World

For the average price of a car in the US, you could buy 5 new Chinese EVs

Call it a different kind of sticker shock.

April 28, 2026
For the average price of a car in the US, you could buy 5 new Chinese EVs
Asia|Political|World

Taiwan on alert after spotting two Chinese warships near its Penghu islands

Taiwan has spotted two Chinese warships operating in waters near the Penghu islands in the Taiwan Strait and has sent its own naval and air forces to keep watch, the

April 28, 2026
Taiwan on alert after spotting two Chinese warships near its Penghu islands
Asia|Business|Crime|Environment|Health|World

Indonesia train crash toll rises to 14 as rescuers work to remove trapped passengers

The death toll from a train collision near the Indonesian capital Jakarta has risen to 14 with another 84 injured, the train operator said on Tuesday, as rescuers worked

April 28, 2026
Indonesia train crash toll rises to 14 as rescuers work to remove trapped passengers
Asia|Business|Crime|World

At least four killed in train collision on outskirts of Indonesian capital

At least four people were killed and 38 injured when two trains collided in the city of Bekasi, adjoining the Indonesian capital Jakarta, late on Monday

April 27, 2026
At least four killed in train collision on outskirts of Indonesian capital
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

US stocks inch to more records as oil prices rise ahead of a blockbuster week for Wall Street

The U.S. stock market’s record-breaking rally slowed after uncertainty rose about what will happen next in the Iran war

April 27, 2026
US stocks inch to more records as oil prices rise ahead of a blockbuster week for Wall Street
Asia|Crime|World

Trains collide near Indonesia's capital, killing at least 4 people

A train collision outside Indonesia's capital on Monday has killed at least four people

April 27, 2026
Trains collide near Indonesia's capital, killing at least 4 people
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Kazakhstan sentences 19 for protest against repression in China's Xinjiang region

A Kazakh court has convicted 19 Kazakh activists after a protest against Beijing’s crackdown in China’s far-western Xinjiang region last year, in what advocates call an extraordinary move by the Kazakh government to silence dissident at the behest of Beijing

April 16, 2026
Kazakhstan sentences 19 for protest against repression in China's Xinjiang region
Asia|World

India names Modi party colleague envoy to Bangladesh as ties thaw

India named veteran politician Dinesh Trivedi as its next high commissioner to Bangladesh on Monday, in a rare appointment of a non–foreign service officer as New Delhi

April 27, 2026
India names Modi party colleague envoy to Bangladesh as ties thaw
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Citi to boost Japan, China investment banking teams, plans senior sector-focused hires

Citigroup will further bolster its Japan and China

April 27, 2026
Citi to boost Japan, China investment banking teams, plans senior sector-focused hires
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World

EU extends sanctions against Myanmar by a year

The European Union on Monday extended its sanctions against Myanmar until at least May 2027, in an effort to maintain pressure on the country's military rulers more than

April 27, 2026
EU extends sanctions against Myanmar by a year
Asia|Political|Science|Technology|World

Philippines and US stage counter-landing drills with allies near South China Sea

As simulated enemy boats and unmanned craft closed in on the shores of Palawan island facing the South China Sea, Philippine and U.S.

April 27, 2026
Philippines and US stage counter-landing drills with allies near South China Sea
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|World

India-New Zealand trade pact cuts fruit tariffs, boosts exports, visas

India and New Zealand signed a free trade agreement (FTA) on Monday, lowering tariffs on key fruit imports such as kiwifruit

April 27, 2026
India-New Zealand trade pact cuts fruit tariffs, boosts exports, visas
Asia|Business|Economy|World

India and New Zealand sign a free trade agreement to deepen economic ties

India and New Zealand have signed a free trade agreement to deepen economic ties and expand market access

April 27, 2026
India and New Zealand sign a free trade agreement to deepen economic ties
Asia|Business|Environment|Political|World

Indonesia appoints labour union chief as new environment minister

JAKARTA, April 27 - Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto has appointed a labour union chief as the country's new environment minister, the palace said on Monday, replacing Hanif Faisol Nurofiq, who

April 27, 2026
Indonesia appoints labour union chief as new environment minister
Asia|Business|Crime|Technology|World

Ex-worker of Tokyo Electron gets 10-year jail term in TSMC trade secrets case

A Taiwan court fined the local unit of Japan's Tokyo Electron T$150 million ($5 million) on Monday, and handed jail terms of up to 10 years to

April 27, 2026
Ex-worker of Tokyo Electron gets 10-year jail term in TSMC trade secrets case
Asia|Crime|Economy|Technology|World

Taiwan court sentences ex-Tokyo Electron staff to 10 years in TSMC trade secrets case

A court in Taiwan has sentenced a former employee of Tokyo Electron to 10 years in prison for stealing trade secrets from TSMC

April 27, 2026
Taiwan court sentences ex-Tokyo Electron staff to 10 years in TSMC trade secrets case
Asia|Political|World

Modi's BJP gains ground in India’s upper house after AAP lawmakers defect

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s BJP party strengthened its position in parliament’s upper house after seven opposition lawmakers joined it, a parliamentary list

April 27, 2026
Modi's BJP gains ground in India’s upper house after AAP lawmakers defect
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

US presses Taiwan parliament to pass 'comprehensive' defence budget

The top U.S. diplomat in Taiwan on Monday pressed the island's opposition-majority parliament to pass a "comprehensive" defence budget, saying integrated air and missile

April 27, 2026
US presses Taiwan parliament to pass 'comprehensive' defence budget
Asia|Business|Economy|World

Toyota sales fall for second month in March on Middle East slump, RAV4 model change

Toyota Motor said on Monday global vehicle sales fell for a second successive month in March, as a sharp drop in the Middle East and a model changeover for its popular RAV4

April 27, 2026
Toyota sales fall for second month in March on Middle East slump, RAV4 model change
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|MidEast|Science|Stock Markets|Technology|World

Hormuz and hyperscalers

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Tom Westbrook While U.S.-Iran talks have stalled, and next to no oil is making its way through the Strait of Hormuz, stock markets'

April 27, 2026
Hormuz and hyperscalers
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

Taiwan says China sanctions on European arms makers will not hit weapons sourcing

Taiwan's defence minister downplayed on Monday the impact of Chinese sanctions on seven European companies over arms sales to the island, saying it was not the first time

April 27, 2026
Taiwan says China sanctions on European arms makers will not hit weapons sourcing
Asia|Environment|Science|World

Tsunami survivor battles wildfire to protect hometown in Japan's northeast

Ryota Haga was in high school when the biggest earthquake ever recorded in Japan triggered a deadly tsunami and swept away his

April 27, 2026
Tsunami survivor battles wildfire to protect hometown in Japan's northeast
Asia|Political|World

North Korea's Kim to continue support for Russia, state media says

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un said his country would continue to support Russia's policies and discussed bolstering military ties with Moscow, state media

April 27, 2026
North Korea's Kim to continue support for Russia, state media says
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology|World

Under cover of trade truce with Trump, China expands economic pressure toolkit

When U.S.

April 27, 2026
Under cover of trade truce with Trump, China expands economic pressure toolkit
Asia|Europe|Sports

Bernd Wiesberger rallies to win China Open for first European title since returning from LIV Golf

Bernd Wiesberger is finally a winner again on the European tour

April 26, 2026
Bernd Wiesberger rallies to win China Open for first European title since returning from LIV Golf
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|World

China condemns EU's inclusion of Chinese entities in sanctions package against Russia

China's commerce ministry on Saturday expressed "firm opposition" to the European Union's inclusion of Chinese entities in its 20th round of sanctions against Russia,

April 25, 2026
China condemns EU's inclusion of Chinese entities in sanctions package against Russia
Asia|Political|World

Russian parliament speaker in North Korea to mark Pyongyang's troop deployment in Ukraine war

The speaker of Russia's parliament, a close ally of President Vladimir Putin, arrived in North Korea on Saturday to attend an event to commemorate Pyongyang's deployment of

April 25, 2026
Russian parliament speaker in North Korea to mark Pyongyang's troop deployment in Ukraine war
Asia|Environment|World

Firefighters in northern Japan struggle to contain blazes as over 3,000 people evacuated

More than 1,000 firefighters in northern Japan battled to contain two wildfires for a fourth straight day on Saturday, as the blazes pushed

April 25, 2026
Firefighters in northern Japan struggle to contain blazes as over 3,000 people evacuated
Asia|Political|World

India rebukes Trump for sharing ‘hellhole’ remarks on birthright citizenship

India has dismissed as "uninformed" comments shared by U.S.

April 24, 2026
India rebukes Trump for sharing ‘hellhole’ remarks on birthright citizenship
Arts|Asia|Entertainment

Move over, K-pop? The hottest new Asian group could be from Indonesia

Move over, K-pop? The hottest new Asian group could be from Indonesia

April 25, 2026
Move over, K-pop? The hottest new Asian group could be from Indonesia
Asia|Environment|World

Northern Japan wildfires prompt mass evacuations as flames spread

Two forest fires continued to spread toward residential areas in a northern Japanese town on Friday, prompting authorities to expand evacuation orders to more than 3,000

April 24, 2026
Northern Japan wildfires prompt mass evacuations as flames spread
Asia|World

Thailand says China foreign minister expressed hope for improvements in Thai-Cambodia relations

China's visiting Foreign Minister Wang Yi expressed hopes for improved relations between Thailand and Cambodia following two rounds of armed conflict last year, the Thai

April 24, 2026
Thailand says China foreign minister expressed hope for improvements in Thai-Cambodia relations
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Prosecutors seek 30-year prison term for South Korea's Yoon for drone flights over Pyongyang

South Korean prosecutors are requesting a 30-year prison term for ousted President Yoon Suk Yeol

April 24, 2026
Prosecutors seek 30-year prison term for South Korea's Yoon for drone flights over Pyongyang
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology|World

Hyundai Motor to launch 20 models in five years in new China campaign

Hyundai Motor will roll out 20 new models in China over the next five years as it seeks to revive its fortunes in the world's largest auto market, the

April 24, 2026
Hyundai Motor to launch 20 models in five years in new China campaign
Asia|Business|Crime|Entertainment|World

South Korean prosecutors deny police request for arrest warrant for K-pop mogul behind BTS

South Korean prosecutors have rejected a police request for an arrest warrant for music tycoon Bang Si-Hyuk

April 24, 2026
South Korean prosecutors deny police request for arrest warrant for K-pop mogul behind BTS
Asia|Environment|Science|World

China will send giant pandas to Atlanta again

China is sending two giant pandas to Zoo Atlanta, the China Wildlife Conservation Association says

April 24, 2026
China will send giant pandas to Atlanta again
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Dozens of Thai opposition figures to go on trial over bid to amend royal insult law

Thailand's Supreme Court said on Friday that 44 current and former

April 24, 2026
Dozens of Thai opposition figures to go on trial over bid to amend royal insult law
Arts|Asia|Entertainment

Japan's Haruki Murakami to publish first new novel in 3 years with 'The Tale of KAHO' in July

A new book by Haruki Murakami set to be released in early July will mark the first time a full-length novel by the Japanese author features a female main character

April 24, 2026
Japan's Haruki Murakami to publish first new novel in 3 years with 'The Tale of KAHO' in July
Asia|Political|World

South Korea says US alliance not in crisis despite Coupang-linked friction, media reports

South Korea's national security adviser said on Thursday the U.S. alliance was not in crisis despite recent friction, though he acknowledged that current strains with

April 24, 2026
South Korea says US alliance not in crisis despite Coupang-linked friction, media reports
Asia|Crime|Political|World

South Korea prosecutors seek 30-year jail term for ex-President Yoon in drone case, Yonhap says

South Korean prosecutors sought a 30-year jail term for former President Yoon Suk Yeol on Friday, in a case alleging he ordered a drone operation over Pyongyang to help

April 24, 2026
South Korea prosecutors seek 30-year jail term for ex-President Yoon in drone case, Yonhap says
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology|World

Mercedes steels itself for 'roller coaster' competition in Chinese market

Mercedes-Benz will use this year's Beijing auto show to pitch how it plans to navigate China's fiercely competitive car market, where Chief Executive Ola Kaellenius says

April 24, 2026
Mercedes steels itself for 'roller coaster' competition in Chinese market
Asia|Business|Economy|World

Japan March core CPI rises 1.8% yr/yr

Japan's core consumer prices rose 1.8% in March from a year earlier, government data showed on Friday.

April 24, 2026
Japan March core CPI rises 1.8% yr/yr
Asia|Business|Crime|Economy|Technology|World

US charges 2 Chinese nationals with managing cyberscam compound in Myanmar

Two Chinese nationals face charges in the U.S. that they managed a sprawling compound in Myanmar where authorities say workers were forced to participate in cryptocurrency investment fraud scams

April 24, 2026
US charges 2 Chinese nationals with managing cyberscam compound in Myanmar
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Iran war impact seeps ever deeper into global economy

The global economy is facing ever more tangible strains from the energy shock triggered by the Iran war

April 23, 2026
Iran war impact seeps ever deeper into global economy
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology|World

China's global EV push reflects its ambition - and harsh economics at home

From robotaxis to flying cars, China is working to export more of its cutting-edge vehicle technology - a strategy that

April 23, 2026
China's global EV push reflects its ambition - and harsh economics at home
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology|World

Samsung workers rally in South Korea, demanding higher pay and threatening to strike

Thousands of Samsung Electronics workers rally at its chip complex in Pyeongtaek, South Korea, demanding higher bonuses and threatening to strike

April 23, 2026
Samsung workers rally in South Korea, demanding higher pay and threatening to strike
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology|World

Samsung workers protest over huge pay gap with SK Hynix, threaten long strike

Tens of thousands of Samsung Electronics workers rallied at a sprawling factory complex south of Seoul on Thursday,

April 23, 2026
Samsung workers protest over huge pay gap with SK Hynix, threaten long strike
Africa|Asia|Political|World

China rejects US criticism of pressure on Taiwan flight permit

China's foreign ministry on Thursday said it firmly opposes Washington's criticism of Chinese pressure on some African countries to revoke overflight clearances for

April 23, 2026
China rejects US criticism of pressure on Taiwan flight permit
Asia|Business|Economy|Environment|World

A look at China's behind-the-scenes role in Iran war diplomacy

China's behind-the-scenes role in efforts to de-escalate the Iran conflict has been gaining attention

April 23, 2026
A look at China's behind-the-scenes role in Iran war diplomacy
Asia|Economy|Environment|Political|World

China teases new aircraft carrier in video, vows to build up islands

China teased in a video an aircraft carrier that could be its fourth, and the first

April 23, 2026
China teases new aircraft carrier in video, vows to build up islands
Asia|Business|Economy|World

Hyundai Motor posts Q1 profit drop, warns growing business headwind

South Korea's Hyundai Motor on Thursday warned of growing business uncertainty due to the Middle East conflict after reporting a 31% drop in

April 23, 2026
Hyundai Motor posts Q1 profit drop, warns growing business headwind
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Malaysia's king says he will choose next anti-graft agency chief

Malaysia's King Sultan Ibrahim said on Thursday that he will select the next head of the country's anti-graft body, with the agency's current chief under growing

April 23, 2026
Malaysia's king says he will choose next anti-graft agency chief
Asia|Business|Economy|World

Factory rebound lifts India's private sector growth in April, PMI shows

Growth in India's private sector accelerated in April as manufacturing and services activity rebounded after cooling last month despite elevated price pressures, a

April 23, 2026
Factory rebound lifts India's private sector growth in April, PMI shows
Asia|Economy|Political|Travel|World

North Korea, Russia aim to open new road bridge soon, KCNA says

North Korea and Russia aim to open a road bridge connecting the

April 23, 2026
North Korea, Russia aim to open new road bridge soon, KCNA says
Asia|Business|Economy|World

Amid the gloom, Iran conflict hands Indian cotton yarn hub a win

Supply chain and fuel disruptions triggered by the war in the Middle East have dealt a heavy blow to many Indian

April 23, 2026
Amid the gloom, Iran conflict hands Indian cotton yarn hub a win
Asia|Political|World

Taiwan minister makes rare visit to South China Sea island for drills

Taiwan's minister in charge of the coast guard has made a rare visit to a Taiwan-controlled island in the South China Sea for exercises, including practising the armed

April 23, 2026
Taiwan minister makes rare visit to South China Sea island for drills
Asia|Business|Economy|World

Japan's factory activity expands at strongest pace in 4 years, PMI shows

Japan's manufacturing activity expanded at its strongest pace in four years in April as firms boosted production over concerns about potential supply shortages due to

April 23, 2026
Japan's factory activity expands at strongest pace in 4 years, PMI shows
Asia|Political|World

The Latest: Iran attacks 3 ships in the Strait of Hormuz as Trump indefinitely extends ceasefire

U.S. President Donald Trump said the United States was indefinitely extending its ceasefire with Iran as a new round of peace talks was on hold

April 22, 2026
The Latest: Iran attacks 3 ships in the Strait of Hormuz as Trump indefinitely extends ceasefire
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

New Zealand's opposition Labour Party to support India free trade deal

New Zealand's opposition Labour Party said on Thursday it would support a free trade deal with India, paving the way for the agreement to clear parliament after one of

April 23, 2026
New Zealand's opposition Labour Party to support India free trade deal
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

South Korea, Vietnam sign 12 MOUs as Lee urges broader cooperation

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung called for expanding cooperation with Vietnam beyond trade and investment to areas including energy security and infrastructure during

April 22, 2026
South Korea, Vietnam sign 12 MOUs as Lee urges broader cooperation
Asia|Political|World

Second Nepali minister leaves month-old government

Nepal's Minister of Home Affairs, Sudan Gurung, resigned on Wednesday saying there had been questions over his investments and other matters, the second

April 22, 2026
Second Nepali minister leaves month-old government
Asia|Business|Economy|World

China's foreign and defense ministers meet with Cambodian counterparts in joint '2+2' dialogue

Cambodia and China have held their first meeting of what is called a “2+2” Strategic Dialogue Mechanism

April 22, 2026
China's foreign and defense ministers meet with Cambodian counterparts in joint '2+2' dialogue
Asia|Political|World

Myanmar considering 'good things' for detained Aung San Suu Kyi, Thailand says

Myanmar's new president is considering "good things" for detained former leader Aung San Suu Kyi, Thailand's foreign minister said on Wednesday, as the

April 22, 2026
Myanmar considering 'good things' for detained Aung San Suu Kyi, Thailand says
Asia|Travel|World

China praises blocking of Taiwan president's Africa trip, Taipei defiant

China heaped praise on Wednesday on three African countries that refused to

April 22, 2026
China praises blocking of Taiwan president's Africa trip, Taipei defiant
Asia|World

China condemns Japanese leaders' war shrine offerings, visits

China on Wednesday condemned the Japanese prime minister's offerings to the Yasukuni shrine and visits by other Japanese officials to the war shrine.

April 22, 2026
China condemns Japanese leaders' war shrine offerings, visits
Asia|Political|World

Chinese navy brushes past Okinawa islands as tensions with Japan flare

China said a group of its

April 22, 2026
Chinese navy brushes past Okinawa islands as tensions with Japan flare
Asia|Crime|Environment|Health|Interview|World

Back home, Hong Kong fire victim gathers memories from the ashes

Dorz Cheung was at work when one of Hong Kong's deadliest fires broke out in November.

April 22, 2026
Back home, Hong Kong fire victim gathers memories from the ashes
Asia|Business|Economy|World

South Korea producer prices rise in March at fastest in more than 3 years

South Korea's producer prices rose in March at the sharpest pace in more than three years on a surge in oil prices sparked by the Middle East conflict, central bank data

April 22, 2026
South Korea producer prices rise in March at fastest in more than 3 years
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

Japan considers inviting Philippines President Marcos for state visit next month, Nikkei reports

The Japanese government is in talks to invite Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. to Japan as a state guest as early as next month, Nikkei Asia reported on Wednesday.

April 22, 2026
Japan considers inviting Philippines President Marcos for state visit next month, Nikkei reports
Asia|Political|Technology|World

US did not move defense system from Korea, general says

The United States did not move a key missile defense system from South Korea to the Middle East for the Iran war, the commander of U.S. forces in Korea said on Tuesday

April 21, 2026
US did not move defense system from Korea, general says
Asia|Economy|Political|US|World

US commander warns Taiwan not to 'starve the chicken' on defense

The head of the U.S. command for the Indo-Pacific region on Tuesday stressed the importance of Taiwan passing its stalled

April 21, 2026
US commander warns Taiwan not to 'starve the chicken' on defense
Asia|Crime|Health|Sports|World

Sick American basketball player jailed in Indonesia over cannabis gummies pleads for early release

Jarred Shaw's globe-trotting basketball career has taken him to 20 different teams across the world but a stint in Indonesia has resulted in the American languishing

April 21, 2026
Sick American basketball player jailed in Indonesia over cannabis gummies pleads for early release
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

MUFG Bank seeks financing partners to share buyout risk, CEO says

Japan's largest lender, MUFG Bank, is seeking partners such as life and non-life insurers to share risk as it increases financing beyond

April 21, 2026
MUFG Bank seeks financing partners to share buyout risk, CEO says
Asia|Political|Travel|World

Taiwan president cancels Africa trip blaming Chinese pressure

Taiwan President Lai Ching-te said on Tuesday he had cancelled his trip to Eswatini this week, after his government accused China of

April 21, 2026
Taiwan president cancels Africa trip blaming Chinese pressure
Asia|Crime|World

Indonesia rights bodies find widespread abuses in 2025 protests

An investigation by Indonesian state-run rights bodies found widespread violations by security forces including sexual abuse of some minors during last

April 21, 2026
Indonesia rights bodies find widespread abuses in 2025 protests
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

Japan scraps a ban on lethal weapons exports in a change of its postwar pacifist policy

Japan is scrapping a ban on lethal weapons exports, a major change of its postwar pacifist policy as the country seeks to build up its arms industry and deepen cooperation with defense partners

April 21, 2026
Japan scraps a ban on lethal weapons exports in a change of its postwar pacifist policy
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|World

Taking Bank of Korea helm, crisis-era veteran pursues ambitious won overhaul

As Shin Hyun Song takes the helm of the Bank of Korea this week, the seasoned economist faces an ambitious task: making the won a global currency without

April 21, 2026
Taking Bank of Korea helm, crisis-era veteran pursues ambitious won overhaul
Asia|Economy|Environment|Political|World

China flexes energy leverage as the Philippines, US start annual war games

China on Tuesday implied energy assistance for the Philippines could be tied to Manila holding military drills with the U.S. and other allies, as its top

April 21, 2026
China flexes energy leverage as the Philippines, US start annual war games
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Myanmar president seeks peace talks within 100 days, rebels reject offer

Myanmar's new military-backed government wants to hold peace talks with opposition armed groups by the end of July, the country’s junta leader-turned-president said, but two key

April 21, 2026
Myanmar president seeks peace talks within 100 days, rebels reject offer
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology|World

Japan opens door to global arms market with overhaul of defence export rules

Japan on Tuesday unveiled its biggest overhaul of defence export rules in decades, scrapping restrictions on overseas arms sales and opening the way for

April 21, 2026
Japan opens door to global arms market with overhaul of defence export rules
Asia|Business|Economy|World

China's youth jobless rate rises to 16.9% in March

The jobless rate in China for those under 30 years of age in urban areas, excluding college students, rose in March, data from the National Bureau of Statistics showed.

April 21, 2026
China's youth jobless rate rises to 16.9% in March
Asia|Economy|World

South Korea economy likely returned to growth in Q1 - Reuters poll

South Korea's economy likely returned to growth last quarter due to strong semiconductor exports and steady domestic demand, a Reuters poll of

April 21, 2026
South Korea economy likely returned to growth in Q1 - Reuters poll
Asia|Business|Economy|MidEast|Political|World

Seized Iranian ship likely carrying equipment deemed dual-use by US, sources say

The Iranian-flagged container ship Touska, which was boarded and seized by U.S. forces on Sunday, is likely to have what Washington deems dual-use items

April 20, 2026
Seized Iranian ship likely carrying equipment deemed dual-use by US, sources say
Asia|Environment|Science|World

Earthquake sets off brief tsunami alert and a megaquake advisory in northern Japan

A 7.7 magnitude earthquake Monday off northern Japan sparked a short-lived tsunami alert and an advisory of a slightly higher risk of a possible megaquake

April 20, 2026
Earthquake sets off brief tsunami alert and a megaquake advisory in northern Japan
Asia|MidEast|Political|World

China's Xi, in call with Saudi crown prince, calls for Strait of Hormuz to remain open

Chinese President Xi Jinping called for normal passage of ships through the Strait of Hormuz to be maintained, in a phone call on Monday with Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince

April 20, 2026
China's Xi, in call with Saudi crown prince, calls for Strait of Hormuz to remain open
Asia|Political|World

US and allied forces kick off combat drills with Philippines as China objects

The United States and the Philippines have kicked off one of their largest combat exercises, aimed at deterring aggression in Asia

April 20, 2026
US and allied forces kick off combat drills with Philippines as China objects
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

India and South Korea plan $50 billion trade push with new deals

India and South Korea said on Monday that they would boost their economic ties by expanding cooperation in energy, critical minerals,

April 20, 2026
India and South Korea plan $50 billion trade push with new deals
Asia|Political|World

China warns against joint US, Philippines and Japan drills eroding regional trust

China on Monday warned against military cooperation that could undermine trust and deepen division in the region, as the United States and the Philippines begin annual

April 20, 2026
China warns against joint US, Philippines and Japan drills eroding regional trust
Asia|Crime|World

Grieving, traumatized survivors return to their homes 5 months after deadly Hong Kong fire

Five months after Hong Kong’s deadliest fire in decades, thousands of displaced fire victims are beginning to return to see what remains of their homes and retrieve their belongings

April 20, 2026
Grieving, traumatized survivors return to their homes 5 months after deadly Hong Kong fire
Asia|Business|Technology

Samsung SDI signs first EV battery supply deal with Mercedes-Benz

South Korean battery maker Samsung SDI said on Monday it has signed a multi-year agreement with Mercedes-Benz to supply batteries for electric vehicles, marking its first

April 20, 2026
Samsung SDI signs first EV battery supply deal with Mercedes-Benz
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology|World

Huawei signs deal with Vietnamese bank SHB to expand Vietnam footprint

Vietnamese lender SHB and China's Huawei Technologies Group signed a strategic cooperation agreement on Sunday, SHB said, a move that will allow the Chinese technology

April 20, 2026
Huawei signs deal with Vietnamese bank SHB to expand Vietnam footprint
Asia|Business|Crime|Economy|World

Hong Kong fire victims scour scorched homes for keepsakes

Victims of Hong Kong’s deadliest fire in decades began government-supervised visits to their ravaged former homes on Monday for the first

April 20, 2026
Hong Kong fire victims scour scorched homes for keepsakes
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|World

China leaves lending benchmarks unchanged for 11th month in April

China on Monday left benchmark loan prime rates (LPRs) unchanged for the 11th consecutive month in April, in line with market expectations.

April 20, 2026
China leaves lending benchmarks unchanged for 11th month in April
Asia|MidEast|Political|World

Pakistan prime minister speaks with Iran's president

Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said on Sunday that he spoke with Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian about the conflict in the Gulf. 

April 20, 2026
Pakistan prime minister speaks with Iran's president
Asia|Political|Science|Technology|World

North Korea launches multiple short-range ballistic missiles toward sea

South Korea says North Korea has launched multiple ballistic missiles toward the North’s eastern waters

April 19, 2026
North Korea launches multiple short-range ballistic missiles toward sea
Asia|World

North Korea fires ballistic missiles again, flexing muscle amid Iran war

North Korea fired ballistic missiles into the sea on Sunday, accelerating its missile launches amid Iran war tensions and talk of possible meetings with the

April 19, 2026
North Korea fires ballistic missiles again, flexing muscle amid Iran war
Asia|World

New Zealand defends military patrol flight near China

New Zealand on Saturday defended the actions of a military patrol aircraft flight near China after Beijing said it had undermined its security interests.

April 18, 2026
New Zealand defends military patrol flight near China
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Myanmar cuts ex-leader Aung San Suu Kyi's sentence, frees former president

Myanmar has reduced the sentence of imprisoned ex-leader Aung San Suu Kyi, her lawyer told Reuters on Friday, as part of an amnesty by a new president who ousted her government in

April 17, 2026
Myanmar cuts ex-leader Aung San Suu Kyi's sentence, frees former president
Asia|Crime|World

Former President Win Myint freed in broad Myanmar prisoner amnesty

Myanmar's former President Win Myint has been freed as part of a broad prisoner amnesty by newly inaugurated President Min Aung Hlaing

April 17, 2026
Former President Win Myint freed in broad Myanmar prisoner amnesty
Asia|Business|Economy|World

Indian refiners pay for Iran oil in yuan via ICICI Bank, sources say

Indian refiners are settling payments for rare cargoes of Iranian oil purchased under a temporary U.S. sanctions waiver using

April 17, 2026
Indian refiners pay for Iran oil in yuan via ICICI Bank, sources say
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

India fails to pass parliament expansion bill linked to quotas for women

An Indian government bill to expand assemblies that would have brought forward plans to reserve a third of the seats for women did not get enough votes to get through

April 17, 2026
India fails to pass parliament expansion bill linked to quotas for women
Africa|Americas|Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|MidEast|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Macron and Starmer welcome Hormuz reopening and push for permanent navigation security

France and the U.K. have welcomed the announcement by Iran and the U.S. that the Strait of Hormuz is open

April 17, 2026
Macron and Starmer welcome Hormuz reopening and push for permanent navigation security
Arts|Asia|Entertainment|Sports|World

Olympic pairs figure skating gold medalists Riku Miura and Ryuichi Kihara retire

Riku Miura and Ryuichi Kihara have announced their retirement from figure skating, two months after winning the Olympic gold medal with a record-breaking skate

April 17, 2026
Olympic pairs figure skating gold medalists Riku Miura and Ryuichi Kihara retire
Asia|Political|World

Iran negotiators, citing possible Israeli attack, got Pakistan escort home from peace talks

Pakistan's air force escorted Iranian negotiators home from inconclusive peace talks with the U.S. last weekend, launching a major

April 17, 2026
Iran negotiators, citing possible Israeli attack, got Pakistan escort home from peace talks
Asia|Business|Economy|Environment|Political

Sri Lanka's Energy Minister resigns

Sri Lanka's Energy Minister Kumara Jayakody and ministry secretary Udayanga Hemapala resigned on Friday following an outcry over coal imports for

April 17, 2026
Sri Lanka's Energy Minister resigns
Asia|Political|World

China says its military activities around Taiwan are 'reasonable, justified'

China's regular military activities around Taiwan are "entirely justified and reasonable" and any tensions are the fault of the government in Taipei, the Chinese defence

April 17, 2026
China says its military activities around Taiwan are 'reasonable, justified'
Asia|Crime|Travel|World

Record number of Rohingya refugees died at sea last year, UNHCR says

Nearly 900 Rohingya refugees were reported missing or dead in the Andaman Sea and Bay of Bengal in 2025, making it the deadliest year on record for

April 17, 2026
Record number of Rohingya refugees died at sea last year, UNHCR says
Asia|Crime|Environment|World

South Koreans breathe sighs of relief as escaped wolf is returned to zoo safely

The South Korean internet as erupted in celebration as a 2-year-old wolf that escaped from a zoo in South Korea was safely captured Friday after a nine-day search that drew national attention

April 17, 2026
South Koreans breathe sighs of relief as escaped wolf is returned to zoo safely
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Malaysia's economy grew 5.3% yr/yr in Q1, official advance estimate shows

Malaysia's economy grew 5.3% in the first quarter from a year earlier, official advance estimates showed on Friday, moderating from its pace at the end of 2025 as

April 17, 2026
Malaysia's economy grew 5.3% yr/yr in Q1, official advance estimate shows
Asia|Political|World

South Korea says it is unaware of US protest over minister's remarks on North Korea nuclear site

South Korea's Unification Ministry said on Friday it was unaware of any U.S. protest or curbs on intelligence sharing after a media report said Washington

April 17, 2026
South Korea says it is unaware of US protest over minister's remarks on North Korea nuclear site
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Myanmar to free more than 4,000 prisoners in amnesty

Myanmar's new President Min Aung Hlaing has approved an amnesty for 4,335 prisoners, state television reported on Friday, the third such move in the past six months. 

April 17, 2026
Myanmar to free more than 4,000 prisoners in amnesty
Asia|Business|Economy|World

South Korea draws back investors even as Iran war exposes cracks

South Korea's capital markets are luring back foreign buyers after a brutal March, as hopes of stability in the Middle East, a red-hot AI memory

April 17, 2026
South Korea draws back investors even as Iran war exposes cracks
Asia|Crime|Environment|World

Eight people killed in helicopter crash in Indonesia's West Kalimantan, authorities say

All eight people on board a helicopter were killed when it crashed in Indonesia's West Kalimantan province, authorities said on Friday as search teams tried to retrieve 

April 17, 2026
Eight people killed in helicopter crash in Indonesia's West Kalimantan, authorities say
Asia|Business|Economy|Travel

Pricier fuel hits Tokyo cherry blossom river cruises ​

A few dozen tourists hopped onto a small cruise boat in Tokyo to admire the cherry blossoms lining the Meguro River -- a seasonal

March 31, 2026
Pricier fuel hits Tokyo cherry blossom river cruises ​
Asia|Political|US|World

Look at Hong Kong and don't be naive about China, US senator says on Taiwan trip

Taiwan should look at what happened to Hong Kong and not be naive about China's

March 31, 2026
Look at Hong Kong and don't be naive about China, US senator says on Taiwan trip
Asia|Economy|Environment|World

Indonesian forest loss surges by 66% in 2025, driven by Prabowo's self-sufficiency drive, report shows

Forest loss in Indonesia surged by 66% in 2025, hitting its highest rate in eight years as a result of weak environmental

March 31, 2026
Indonesian forest loss surges by 66% in 2025, driven by Prabowo's self-sufficiency drive, report shows
Asia|Crime|Political|World

UN says initial findings show roadside blast killed Lebanon peacekeepers

A roadside explosion appears to have struck the convoy of two Indonesian peacekeepers killed in southern Lebanon, the U.N. peacekeeping chief said on Tuesday, citing initial

March 31, 2026
UN says initial findings show roadside blast killed Lebanon peacekeepers
Asia|Business|Economy|World

China's new home prices rise in March; big cities see seasonal pickup, private survey shows

China's new home prices edged up in March, reversing a decline in the previous month, supported by a seasonal pickup in demand in major cities, a private survey showed on

April 01, 2026
China's new home prices rise in March; big cities see seasonal pickup, private survey shows
Asia|Economy|MidEast|Political|World

China, Pakistan call for Iran peace talks, normal navigation in Strait of Hormuz

China and Pakistan on Tuesday called for an immediate ceasefire in the Gulf and the wider Middle East, urging the swift launch of peace talks and the restoration of normal

March 31, 2026
China, Pakistan call for Iran peace talks, normal navigation in Strait of Hormuz
Asia|Business|Economy|World

China's factory activity expands but price pressures intensify, private PMI shows

China's manufacturing sector expanded in March for a fourth straight month as output and new orders continued to grow, but rising price pressures sharply intensified, a

April 01, 2026
China's factory activity expands but price pressures intensify, private PMI shows
Asia|Business|Economy|Environment|World

China set to extend fuel export ban with small exemptions, sources say

China is poised to extend its ban on refined fuel exports into April, five industry sources with knowledge of the matter said, though

March 31, 2026
China set to extend fuel export ban with small exemptions, sources say
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

South Korea and Indonesia discuss energy security, sign agreements on minerals and tech

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung held talks on Wednesday with Indonesian leader Prabowo Subianto, discussing energy security and agreeing

April 01, 2026
South Korea and Indonesia discuss energy security, sign agreements on minerals and tech
Asia|World

Pakistan, Afghanistan open fresh talks in China to end conflict, say sources

Afghanistan and Pakistan have opened a new round of talks in China to end the deadliest fighting between two Muslim

April 01, 2026
Pakistan, Afghanistan open fresh talks in China to end conflict, say sources
Asia|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

French navy chief says China will have to engage more in Strait of Hormuz discussion

China will at one point have to engage more directly on how to restore oil traffic flows in the Strait of Hormuz because the number of vessels it has going through is

April 01, 2026
French navy chief says China will have to engage more in Strait of Hormuz discussion
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|World

Vietnam's infrastructure push to boost growth and deficit, S&P Ratings says

Vietnam is forecast to remain Asia's fastest-growing nation after India through 2028, supported by exports and infrastructure investments, although heavy public spending may

April 02, 2026
Vietnam's infrastructure push to boost growth and deficit, S&P Ratings says
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

Myanmar parliament to hold vote to elect president on Friday, house speaker says

Myanmar's parliament will hold a bicameral vote to elect a president on Friday, house speaker Aung Lin Dwe said on Thursday, with the country's former military chief and junta

April 02, 2026
Myanmar parliament to hold vote to elect president on Friday, house speaker says
Asia|Business|Crime|Technology|World

Singapore charges one more individual with AI chip fraud 

Singapore prosecutors charged one more person with fraud on Thursday for making false representations to U.S. server supplier Dell Technologies, linking

April 02, 2026
Singapore charges one more individual with AI chip fraud 
Asia|Business|Economy|World

India factory activity cooled in March with oil costs rising amid Middle East turmoil, PMI shows

India's manufacturing sector grew at its slowest pace in nearly four years in March as the war in the Middle East stoked uncertainty, disrupted supply chains and dented

April 02, 2026
India factory activity cooled in March with oil costs rising amid Middle East turmoil, PMI shows
Asia|Political|World

Taiwan to strengthen Pratas islands' defences as China steps up pressure

Taiwan will strengthen its defences of the Pratas as China steps up its activities around the islands which lie at the top end of the South

April 02, 2026
Taiwan to strengthen Pratas islands' defences as China steps up pressure
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology|World

South Korea, Vietnam leaders to meet in Hanoi next week, sources say

Vietnam's president To Lam is set to meet his South Korean counterpart

April 16, 2026
South Korea, Vietnam leaders to meet in Hanoi next week, sources say
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Mercedes investors warn luxury focus could hamper China recovery

Investors pressed Mercedes-Benz on its recovery plans for China on Thursday, warning that a luxury-focused strategy could hurt the German

April 16, 2026
Mercedes investors warn luxury focus could hamper China recovery
Asia|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Macron says it is unrealistic to open Hormuz Strait by force

French President Emmanuel Macron said on Thursday it would be unrealistic to launch a military operation to force open the Strait of Hormuz, after U.S.

April 02, 2026
Macron says it is unrealistic to open Hormuz Strait by force
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Pakistan, Afghanistan hold talks in China to end months of conflict

Pakistan and Afghanistan are holding talks in China to try to end the worst conflict between the South Asian neighbours since ‌the

April 02, 2026
Pakistan, Afghanistan hold talks in China to end months of conflict
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|Science|Technology|World

Russia will ask US and Israel to cease fire while it evacuates staff from Iranian nuclear plant, RIA reports

Russia will ask the United States and Israel to ensure a ceasefire while it evacuates more Russian staff from the Bushehr nuclear power plant in Iran, RIA news agency

April 02, 2026
Russia will ask US and Israel to cease fire while it evacuates staff from Iranian nuclear plant, RIA reports
Asia|Economy|Environment|Political|World

China calls for promoting Middle East ceasefire in talks with EU, Germany

China on Thursday repeated calls for a ceasefire in the Middle East and safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz in conversations with Western counterparts, widening its

April 02, 2026
China calls for promoting Middle East ceasefire in talks with EU, Germany
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

China's detentions of Panama-flagged vessels raise concerns, Rubio says

Detentions of Panama-flagged vessels by China that followed a Panamanian court ruling raise serious concerns about efforts to

April 02, 2026
China's detentions of Panama-flagged vessels raise concerns, Rubio says
Asia|Business|Economy|World

Japan's services growth slows as Middle East war dents confidence, PMI shows

Japan's services sector grew at its weakest pace in three months in March, a private survey showed on Friday, as rising uncertainty over the Middle East war crushed business

April 03, 2026
Japan's services growth slows as Middle East war dents confidence, PMI shows
Asia|Political|World

China says peace talks advance between Afghanistan, Pakistan

Negotiations between Afghanistan and Pakistan are advancing steadily, China said on Friday following reports that the South Asian neighbours were meeting there to try to

April 03, 2026
China says peace talks advance between Afghanistan, Pakistan
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Myanmar junta chief Min Aung Hlaing elected president by pro-military parliament

Myanmar junta chief Min Aung Hlaing was elected president on Friday after breezing through a parliamentary vote, formalising his grip on political power in the war-torn nation five

April 03, 2026
Myanmar junta chief Min Aung Hlaing elected president by pro-military parliament
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

IMF urges BOJ to keep raising rates even as Iran war poses new risks

The International Monetary Fund urged the Bank of Japan to continue raising interest rates, even as the Middle East war posed "significant new risks" to the

April 04, 2026
IMF urges BOJ to keep raising rates even as Iran war poses new risks
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Vietnam Q1 growth slows as costlier Middle East energy tests 2026 target

Vietnam's economy slowed in the first quarter from the three months prior, data showed on Saturday, as heavy exposure to Middle Eastern oil

April 04, 2026
Vietnam Q1 growth slows as costlier Middle East energy tests 2026 target
Asia|Business|Economy|Environment|MidEast|World

India makes first Iranian oil buy in seven years with no payment problems

Indian refiners have purchased Iranian oil amid the Middle East conflict that has disrupted supplies through the Strait of Hormuz, the oil ministry said on Saturday.

April 04, 2026
India makes first Iranian oil buy in seven years with no payment problems
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|MidEast|Political|World

South Korea asks Gulf nations for steady energy supply, safety of Korean vessels

South Korean Finance Minister Koo Yun-cheol met with envoys from Gulf countries to shore up energy security and the safety of Korean vessels near the Strait of Hormuz, the

April 05, 2026
South Korea asks Gulf nations for steady energy supply, safety of Korean vessels
Asia|MidEast|Political|World

China ready to cooperate with Russia to ease Middle East tension, foreign minister says

China is willing to continue to cooperate with Russia at the U.N.

April 05, 2026
China ready to cooperate with Russia to ease Middle East tension, foreign minister says
Asia|Economy|Political|World

North Korea distancing itself from Iran to leave door open for US talks, Seoul says

North Korea appears to be distancing itself from longtime partner Iran and carefully managing its public messaging to preserve the possibility of a new relationship with the

April 06, 2026
North Korea distancing itself from Iran to leave door open for US talks, Seoul says
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Myanmar's new president Min Aung Hlaing faces genocide complaint in Indonesia

JAKARTA, April 6 - A criminal case against Myanmar's newly-elected President Min Aung Hlaing was filed in Indonesia on Monday by a group of civil society organisations, accusing the leader of acts of

April 06, 2026
Myanmar's new president Min Aung Hlaing faces genocide complaint in Indonesia
Asia|Political|Travel|World

Taiwan opposition leader to visit China as Beijing ramps up 'reunification' push

Taiwan opposition leader Cheng Li-wun leaves on Tuesday for China and a potential meeting with President Xi Jinping on what she says is a peace mission as Beijing makes a

April 06, 2026
Taiwan opposition leader to visit China as Beijing ramps up 'reunification' push
Asia|Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|World

South Korea's Lee says country must balance risk as Hormuz disruptions threaten oil supplies

South Korea must accept a degree of risk in importing crude oil from the Middle East amid blockages of the Strait of Hormuz, President Lee Jae Myung said on Monday.

April 06, 2026
South Korea's Lee says country must balance risk as Hormuz disruptions threaten oil supplies
Asia|Political|World

North Korea says South Korea's Lee is 'wise' for expressing regret about drones

North Korea said on Monday it was "very fortunate and wise" for South Korean President Lee Jae Myung to convey regret to Pyongyang for drone incursions in a rare

April 06, 2026
North Korea says South Korea's Lee is 'wise' for expressing regret about drones
Asia|Political|World

South Korea says 'credible intelligence' indicates North Korean leader's daughter is successor

South Korea's spy agency now believes North Korean leader Kim Jong Un's teenage daughter has been positioned as his successor, lawmakers said on Monday,

April 06, 2026
South Korea says 'credible intelligence' indicates North Korean leader's daughter is successor
Asia|Business|Economy|World

Foreign investors flee Thailand as Iran war, energy shock dash hope for economic revival

Foreign investors are selling Thai assets as an energy shock from the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran threatens to snuff out hopes for

April 16, 2026
Foreign investors flee Thailand as Iran war, energy shock dash hope for economic revival
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Instant View: China's Q1 growth beats forecast as economy braces for fallout from Iran war

China's economy expanded 5% in the first quarter compared with a year earlier, according to official data on Thursday, surpassing analysts' expectations even as policymakers

April 16, 2026
Instant View: China's Q1 growth beats forecast as economy braces for fallout from Iran war
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|World

China to retain ultra-long special bond tenors this year, sources say

China's finance ministry will keep this year's ultra-long special treasury bond issuance to 20-, 30- and 50-year maturities, the same as last year, people with knowledge of the

April 16, 2026
China to retain ultra-long special bond tenors this year, sources say
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|World

China's Q1 economic rebound faces rough seas as Iran war jolts global outlook

China's economy picked up speed early in 2026, riding an export surge before the Iran war sent energy costs soaring and put global

April 16, 2026
China's Q1 economic rebound faces rough seas as Iran war jolts global outlook
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

South Korean President Lee to make state visits to India and Vietnam

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung will make a state visit to India, the first by a South Korean leader in eight years, before heading to Vietnam, a presidential adviser

April 16, 2026
South Korean President Lee to make state visits to India and Vietnam
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology|World

Samsung asks court to block illegal strike activities by unions

Samsung Electronics asked a court on Thursday to block its South Korean labour unions engaging in illegal activities during strike, a spokesperson said, as a wage dispute

April 16, 2026
Samsung asks court to block illegal strike activities by unions
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology|World

TSMC lifts revenue forecast, pledges more capital spending to meet AI chip demand

TSMC raised its annual revenue forecast on Thursday and said it was stepping up capital spending this year as the world's

April 16, 2026
TSMC lifts revenue forecast, pledges more capital spending to meet AI chip demand
Asia|Political|World

South Korea says Pyongyang's response to drone apology marks progress in easing tensions

South Korea's Unification Ministry said on Tuesday that North Korea's rare conciliatory response to President Lee Jae Myung’s expression of regret over drone incursions

April 07, 2026
South Korea says Pyongyang's response to drone apology marks progress in easing tensions
Asia|Economy|Political|World

Vietnam's top leader To Lam consolidates power, gets China-style mandate

Vietnam's lawmakers unanimously elected Communist Party Secretary General To Lam as the country's state president for the

April 07, 2026
Vietnam's top leader To Lam consolidates power, gets China-style mandate
Asia|Political|World

Key facts on relations as Taiwan opposition leader visits China

Taiwan opposition leader Cheng Li-wun arrived in China on Tuesday on what she says is a mission of peace, happening at a time Beijing has ramped up its military and political

April 07, 2026
Key facts on relations as Taiwan opposition leader visits China
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

Vietnam's top leader To Lam wins state presidency, gets China-style mandate

Vietnam's lawmakers on Tuesday unanimously elected Communist Party Secretary General To Lam as the country's state

April 07, 2026
Vietnam's top leader To Lam wins state presidency, gets China-style mandate
Asia|Economy|Political|World

Vietnam's top leader To Lam expands power, new PM elected

Vietnam's lawmakers on Tuesday unanimously elected Communist Party Secretary General To Lam as the country's state

April 07, 2026
Vietnam's top leader To Lam expands power, new PM elected
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Japan sees weakening economic momentum, early signs of war-induced pain

An index measuring the health of Japan's economy slid in February, government data showed on Tuesday, highlighting a soft spot in the economy even before it

April 07, 2026
Japan sees weakening economic momentum, early signs of war-induced pain
Asia|Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Finance|MidEast|Stock Markets|US|World

Oil surges on US blockade of Iran

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Tom Westbrook Oil futures jumped back over $100 at the open in Asia on Monday, the dollar fell and stocks were down as U.S.-Iran talks

April 13, 2026
Oil surges on US blockade of Iran
Asia|Political|World

Afghanistan, Pakistan hold 'useful' peace talks in China, says Kabul

Afghanistan and Pakistan made "useful" progress in talks in China to resolve the conflict that broke out between the South Asian neighbours last

April 07, 2026
Afghanistan, Pakistan hold 'useful' peace talks in China, says Kabul
Asia|Business|Economy|World

China's economy grows at 5% in first quarter, shrugging off initial impact of Iran war

China’s economy accelerated in the first quarter of this year, expanding 5% from a year earlier as it largely shrugged off impacts from the Iran war so far

April 16, 2026
China's economy grows at 5% in first quarter, shrugging off initial impact of Iran war
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

Vietnam's To Lam plans China visit next week after winning presidency, sources say

Vietnam's top leader To Lam is planning a visit to China next week to meet his counterpart Xi Jinping, three people briefed on the

April 08, 2026
Vietnam's To Lam plans China visit next week after winning presidency, sources say
Asia|Business|Economy|World

China's Xi urges demand‑driven growth in services sector

China's President Xi Jinping has called for a demand-driven approach coupled with reform and technological empowerment to develop the service sector, the official Xinhua

April 08, 2026
China's Xi urges demand‑driven growth in services sector
Asia|World

China says Afghanistan and Pakistan agree to explore comprehensive solution in peace talks

China's foreign ministry said on Wednesday that Afghanistan and Pakistan agreed during peace talks in Urumqi to explore a comprehensive solution to the conflict that broke

April 08, 2026
China says Afghanistan and Pakistan agree to explore comprehensive solution in peace talks
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

Spanish prime minister to make fourth trip to China in as many years

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez will make his fourth trip to China in as many years this month, as had been widely expected, as Madrid seeks to build on its

April 08, 2026
Spanish prime minister to make fourth trip to China in as many years
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

China and Russia veto UN resolution on protecting Hormuz shipping

China and Russia on Tuesday vetoed a U.N. resolution encouraging states to coordinate efforts to protect commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, calling

April 07, 2026
China and Russia veto UN resolution on protecting Hormuz shipping
Asia|Business|Economy|World

Global banks scale back China rate-cut calls, see policy rate on hold this year

Major global investment banks now expect China to keep official interest rates steady this year, scaling back earlier rate-cut calls, as the impact from the Middle East

April 08, 2026
Global banks scale back China rate-cut calls, see policy rate on hold this year
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

South Korea to push for the release of ships in the Strait of Hormuz

South Korea's presidential Blue House said on Wednesday that the government would do its best to ensure the country's ships can pass through the Strait of Hormuz as soon as

April 08, 2026
South Korea to push for the release of ships in the Strait of Hormuz
Asia|Economy|Political|World

Taiwan opposition leader pledges reconciliation at memorial for founding father in China

Taiwan opposition leader Cheng Li-wun pledged on Wednesday to channel the spirit of her party's founder Sun Yat-sen and seek

April 08, 2026
Taiwan opposition leader pledges reconciliation at memorial for founding father in China
Asia|Political|World

China's foreign minister to visit North Korea to bolster loosened ties

China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi will visit North Korea this week, his ministry said on Wednesday, signalling efforts by the East Asian neighbours to revitalise ties that

April 08, 2026
China's foreign minister to visit North Korea to bolster loosened ties
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology

Grab to lean on scale, AI to navigate rising fuel costs, CEO says

Southeast Asia's top ride-hailing and delivery firm Grab believes artificial intelligence-led products and services will

April 08, 2026
Grab to lean on scale, AI to navigate rising fuel costs, CEO says
Africa|Asia|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Turkey's Erdogan welcomes Iran ceasefire, urges full implementation

Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan on Wednesday welcomed a ceasefire declared in the Iran war, urging its full implementation on the ground and warning against any

April 08, 2026
Turkey's Erdogan welcomes Iran ceasefire, urges full implementation
Asia|Business|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Iran could open Strait of Hormuz in a controlled way ahead of meeting with US, senior Iranian official says

Iran could open the Strait of Hormuz in a limited and controlled way on Thursday or Friday ahead of a meeting between U.S. and Iranian officials in Pakistan, a senior

April 08, 2026
Iran could open Strait of Hormuz in a controlled way ahead of meeting with US, senior Iranian official says
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|World

Developing countries in Europe, Central Asia face slowdown, World Bank says

Emerging and developing economies in Europe and Central Asia face a sharp slowdown this year under a scenario of a large but temporary rise in energy prices from the

April 08, 2026
Developing countries in Europe, Central Asia face slowdown, World Bank says
Asia|Business|Economy|World

World Bank says South Asia growth to slow to 6.3% in 2026 amid Middle East conflict

South Asia's growth is expected to slow to 6.3% in 2026 from 7.0% in 2025 as the conflict in the Middle-East and disruptions in global energy markets

April 08, 2026
World Bank says South Asia growth to slow to 6.3% in 2026 amid Middle East conflict
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology|World

Samsung Electronics' shareholder Shinhan Bank launches $2.1 billion share sale - term sheet

Samsung Electronics shareholder Shinhan Bank launched a sale of about $2.1 billion worth of shares in the South Korean company,

April 08, 2026
Samsung Electronics' shareholder Shinhan Bank launches $2.1 billion share sale - term sheet
Asia|Business|Economy|World

Japan business mood slumps, bankruptcies seen rising as Iran war lifts costs

The Japanese business mood worsened in March to levels not seen since the start of the Ukraine war in 2022, a government survey showed, a sign surging oil

April 08, 2026
Japan business mood slumps, bankruptcies seen rising as Iran war lifts costs
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

Bangladesh seeks more fuel from India as neighbours repair ties

Bangladesh on Wednesday sought to increase fuel purchases from India, as foreign minister Khalilur Rahman made the new government's first ministerial visit to New

April 08, 2026
Bangladesh seeks more fuel from India as neighbours repair ties
Asia|Business|Environment|Political|World

China moves to block entrance to disputed South China Sea shoal, images show

China is employing ships and a barrier to tighten control of the entrance to the Scarborough Shoal in the South China Sea amid

April 15, 2026
China moves to block entrance to disputed South China Sea shoal, images show
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets

Recruiter Robert Walters posts smaller fee drop as hiring improves

Recruitment firm Robert Walters on Wednesday posted a narrower drop in first-quarter net fees following double-digit quarterly declines for nearly three years,

April 15, 2026
Recruiter Robert Walters posts smaller fee drop as hiring improves
Asia|Crime|World

UN human rights office raises concern around trial of Chinese dissident artist

The United Nations human rights office on Wednesday said it was concerned by the trial of Chinese dissident artist Gao Zhen, ​famous for making

April 15, 2026
UN human rights office raises concern around trial of Chinese dissident artist
Asia|Business|Political|World

Myanmar's Min Aung Hlaing appoints new cabinet, military still dominates

Myanmar's parliament approved a list of 30 ministers to serve in the cabinet of junta chief Min Aung Hlaing on Thursday following his appointment as president last week, with the

April 09, 2026
Myanmar's Min Aung Hlaing appoints new cabinet, military still dominates
Asia|Political|World

US senator urges Taiwan parliament to pass stalled defence spending plan

Taiwan's parliament should pass a stalled special defence budget to send a signal to China and the world that it is serious about peace through strength, U.S.

April 09, 2026
US senator urges Taiwan parliament to pass stalled defence spending plan
Asia|Business|Economy|World

BOJ chief says Japan's financial conditions remain accommodative

Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda said on Thursday real interest rates are clearly negative and keeping the country's financial conditions accommodative.

April 09, 2026
BOJ chief says Japan's financial conditions remain accommodative
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|MidEast|Stock Markets|US|World

There's a Gulf between market hopes and reality

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Wayne Cole. It's the day after and reality is intruding into market hopes of peace and prosperity in the Middle East.

April 09, 2026
There's a Gulf between market hopes and reality
Asia|Economy|Election|Finance|Political|World

Millions vote as India begins series of state elections

Millions of Indians queued to vote in local elections in two states on Thursday, kicking off four key contests this month amid a war in the Middle East that has

April 09, 2026
Millions vote as India begins series of state elections
Asia|Political|Travel|World

Taiwan opposition leader talks peace with China as her party skips defence talks in Taipei

Birds not missiles should fly in the skies, Taiwan opposition leader Cheng Li-wun said on Thursday in Shanghai in a plea for peace, as government lawmakers in Taipei

April 09, 2026
Taiwan opposition leader talks peace with China as her party skips defence talks in Taipei
Asia|Business|Economy|World

Japan's consumer mood worsens as Iran war clouds chance for April rate hike

Japan's consumer confidence worsened in March at a pace unseen since the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, a government survey showed, swelling the toll on a

April 09, 2026
Japan's consumer mood worsens as Iran war clouds chance for April rate hike
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|World

Mercedes Q1 sales down in tough 'transition year' for China business

Mercedes-Benz reported a sales slump at the start of 2026 as the tough Chinese market continued to pressure the German premium carmaker during an overhaul of its model

April 09, 2026
Mercedes Q1 sales down in tough 'transition year' for China business
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

India to grow at 6.6% in FY27, says World Bank; risks from West Asia crisis persist

India's expected economic growth of 6.6% for fiscal 2027 could face significant risks as the Iran war fans inflation

April 09, 2026
India to grow at 6.6% in FY27, says World Bank; risks from West Asia crisis persist
Asia|Business|Economy|World

China's car exports accelerate despite disruption from Mideast crisis

Car exports, an increasingly important source of growth for China's hyper-competitive auto sector, picked up pace in March despite shipment disruptions from the crisis in

April 09, 2026
China's car exports accelerate despite disruption from Mideast crisis
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology|World

Gulf states eye cheap Ukrainian interceptor drone as Iranian attacks drain missile stocks

Gulf states including Saudi Arabia and the UAE are exploring a $2,500 Ukrainian-designed interceptor drone as a cheaper way to counter Iranian

April 08, 2026
Gulf states eye cheap Ukrainian interceptor drone as Iranian attacks drain missile stocks
Asia|Business|Economy|Environment|Technology

Kia delays launch of software-focused cars, unveils big hike to investment plans

South Korea's Kia Corp said on Thursday it had delayed plans to build "software-defined vehicles" by about one year to 2028, and announced a

April 09, 2026
Kia delays launch of software-focused cars, unveils big hike to investment plans
Asia|Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Dozens of states condemn attacks on U.N. peacekeepers in Lebanon

Dozens of states issued a joint statement at the United Nations on Thursday condemning "unacceptable aggressive behavior" toward U.N. peacekeepers in Lebanon and calling for

April 09, 2026
Dozens of states condemn attacks on U.N. peacekeepers in Lebanon
Asia|Crime|Political|World

At least 250 people missing, including Rohingya and Bangladeshis, after boat sinks in Andaman Sea

The United Nations says at least 250 people including Rohingya refugees and Bangladeshi nationals are either feared dead or missing after a boat capsized in the Andaman Sea recently

April 15, 2026
At least 250 people missing, including Rohingya and Bangladeshis, after boat sinks in Andaman Sea
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

Panama president seeks to calm China tensions

Panamanian President Jose Raul Mulino on Thursday sought to calm tensions with China, striking a conciliatory tone a day after his foreign minister

April 10, 2026
Panama president seeks to calm China tensions
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Japan wholesale inflation jumps, BOJ vows vigilance to stagflation risk

Japanese wholesale inflation jumped in March and the central bank's deputy governor called for vigilance to the risk of stagflation, highlighting mounting

April 10, 2026
Japan wholesale inflation jumps, BOJ vows vigilance to stagflation risk
Asia|Business|Economy|World

Asia Pacific faces weaker growth and higher inflation from Middle East crisis, ADB warns  

Growth in developing Asia and the Pacific is expected to slow this year as the conflict in the Middle East disrupts trade and energy markets, the Asian Development Bank

April 10, 2026
Asia Pacific faces weaker growth and higher inflation from Middle East crisis, ADB warns  
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

China's factories snap years-long deflation spell on Iran war price shock

China's factory-gate prices rose for the first time in more than three years in March, in an early sign that the war in Iran is feeding cost pressures into the world’s

April 10, 2026
China's factories snap years-long deflation spell on Iran war price shock
Asia|Business|Economy|World

Myanmar's new president sees challenges ahead, eyes ASEAN detente

Myanmar's new President Min Aung Hlaing said on Friday his government has many challenges to overcome and seeks to improve the country's international standing, including

April 10, 2026
Myanmar's new president sees challenges ahead, eyes ASEAN detente
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

Taiwan sees only warships and warplanes as China talks peace with opposition

Taiwanese officials are tracking what they view as a worrying rise in Chinese naval activity and military pressure against the island, even

April 10, 2026
Taiwan sees only warships and warplanes as China talks peace with opposition
Asia|Business|Crime|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Indonesia's Prabowo calls for criminal charges against firms resisting forest crackdown

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto ordered prosecutors on Friday to file criminal charges against companies that refuse to cooperate with a task force he launched to

April 10, 2026
Indonesia's Prabowo calls for criminal charges against firms resisting forest crackdown
Asia|Political|World

China will not tolerate independence for Taiwan, Xi tells island's opposition leader

China will "absolutely not tolerate" independence for Taiwan, which is the chief culprit in undermining peace in the Taiwan Strait, President Xi Jinping told

April 10, 2026
China will not tolerate independence for Taiwan, Xi tells island's opposition leader
Asia|Political|World

North Korea's Kim meets China's foreign minister, calls for stronger ties, KCNA says

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un met China's foreign minister, state media KCNA said on Saturday.

April 11, 2026
North Korea's Kim meets China's foreign minister, calls for stronger ties, KCNA says
Asia|Political|World

Taiwan spotted Chinese warplanes as Xi met opposition leader in Beijing

Taiwan's defence ministry said on Saturday that it spotted 16 Chinese warplanes operating near the island the previous day, around the same time China's president was

April 11, 2026
Taiwan spotted Chinese warplanes as Xi met opposition leader in Beijing
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

US intelligence indicates China preparing weapons shipment to Iran, CNN reports

U.S. intelligence indicates China is  preparing to deliver new air defense systems to Iran  within the next few weeks,  CNN reported late on Friday, citing three  people familiar

April 11, 2026
US intelligence indicates China preparing weapons shipment to Iran, CNN reports
Asia|Business|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

China should abandon threats against Taiwan, US diplomat says

The top U.S. diplomat in Taiwan said China should abandon its threats and military pressure against Taiwan and talk to the island's leaders as that would avoid

April 12, 2026
China should abandon threats against Taiwan, US diplomat says
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

BOJ policy to boost yen could be an option to curb inflation, Japanese minister says

Bank of Japan monetary policy could be an option to tame rising prices by boosting the yen, Japan's trade minister said on Sunday, as the central bank weighs raising

April 12, 2026
BOJ policy to boost yen could be an option to curb inflation, Japanese minister says
Asia|Economy|Election|Political|World

Taiwan government should lead engagement with China on new measures, senior official says

Taiwan's engagement with China on looser controls proposed by Beijing for trade and tourism should be led by the government rather than private party-to-party contacts, a

April 13, 2026
Taiwan government should lead engagement with China on new measures, senior official says
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

South Korea and Poland to upgrade ties as Tusk calls Seoul key ally after US

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung and Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk agreed on Monday to upgrade ties to a comprehensive strategic partnership, with the leaders

April 13, 2026
South Korea and Poland to upgrade ties as Tusk calls Seoul key ally after US
Asia|Political|World

US, Australia, Philippines hold second joint drills in South China Sea this year

The United States and Australia joined the Philippines for their second joint maritime exercises in the South China Sea this year, amid tensions with China in the disputed

April 13, 2026
US, Australia, Philippines hold second joint drills in South China Sea this year
Asia|Economy|Environment|Europe|Political|World

Spanish premier urges China to take bigger role in multipolar order

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez on Monday said China should take on a more substantial role with issues including climate change, security, defense and the fight

April 13, 2026
Spanish premier urges China to take bigger role in multipolar order
Asia|Political|World

China calls US-Iran ceasefire 'very fragile', urges unified opposition to escalation

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on Monday said the current ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran is "very fragile" and urged the global community to "unequivocally oppose

April 13, 2026
China calls US-Iran ceasefire 'very fragile', urges unified opposition to escalation
Asia|Business|Economy|World

Oil prices edge up as Hormuz shipping constraints counter US-Iran peace hopes

Oil prices edged up about 1% on Wednesday as the market focused more on Middle East supply disruptions than on comments by U.S.

April 15, 2026
Oil prices edge up as Hormuz shipping constraints counter US-Iran peace hopes
Asia|Economy|Political|World

Xi calls China-Russia ties 'precious' in current international context

Chinese President Xi Jinping has praised the stability and certainty of China-Russia relations, calling them precious in the face of an international landscape intertwined with changes and chaos

April 15, 2026
Xi calls China-Russia ties 'precious' in current international context
Asia|Business|Economy|World

Singapore Q1 GDP up 4.6% y/y, preliminary data shows, below expectations

Singapore's economy grew by 4.6% in the first quarter from a year earlier, preliminary government data showed on Tuesday.

April 14, 2026
Singapore Q1 GDP up 4.6% y/y, preliminary data shows, below expectations
Asia|Economy|Political|World

Xi assures Russia of China's friendship as ties grow with other nations

China and Russia must trust and support each other, deepen cooperation and defend each other's interests, President Xi Jinping said on Wednesday, assuring Moscow of

April 15, 2026
Xi assures Russia of China's friendship as ties grow with other nations
Asia|Political|World

Former military chief to take over as Philippine National Security Adviser

Philippine National Security Adviser Eduardo Ano has resigned due to health reasons, a Palace official said on Wednesday, and will be replaced by former military chief

April 15, 2026
Former military chief to take over as Philippine National Security Adviser
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Technology|World

China's largest trade fair opens as export growth slows

China's largest trade fair, held twice a year, opened on Wednesday in the southern city of Guangzhou, where more than 32,000 exhibitors are showcasing products over an

April 15, 2026
China's largest trade fair opens as export growth slows
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Technology|World

Bank of Korea governor nominee positive about won-denominated stablecoins

The nominee to become the Bank of Korea's governor agreed to introduce won-denominated stablecoins, saying they would play a role in the currency ecosystem of the future,

April 14, 2026
Bank of Korea governor nominee positive about won-denominated stablecoins
Asia|Political|World

Trump nominates former lawmaker Michelle Steel as US ambassador to South Korea

U.S.

April 14, 2026
Trump nominates former lawmaker Michelle Steel as US ambassador to South Korea
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|World

Japan finance minister asks trade minister to avoid remarks on BOJ policy

Japanese Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama said on Tuesday she and Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi had told the trade minister to avoid commenting on the Bank of Japan's

April 14, 2026
Japan finance minister asks trade minister to avoid remarks on BOJ policy
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology|World

Korean AI chip startup DeepX prepares public share offering

South Korean AI chip startup DeepX said on Tuesday it is preparing to list its shares domestically, adding the firm is open to a possible U.S. listing after that.

April 14, 2026
Korean AI chip startup DeepX prepares public share offering
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

South Korea to start building Sejong presidential office in August 2027

South Korea will begin construction of a presidential office in the administrative city of Sejong in August next year, the presidential Blue House said on

April 14, 2026
South Korea to start building Sejong presidential office in August 2027
Asia|Business|Economy|World

China's export engine stutters as Iran war chills global demand

China's export engine slowed sharply in March as war in the Middle East triggered shocks to energy and transportation costs, hurting global demand and

April 14, 2026
China's export engine stutters as Iran war chills global demand
Asia|Economy|Political|World

China's Xi says rule of law must be upheld for Middle East peace

The international rule of law must be upheld for peace and stability to prevail in the Middle East, China's President Xi Jinping said on Tuesday, in a rebuke

April 14, 2026
China's Xi says rule of law must be upheld for Middle East peace
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|World

Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov arrives in China for talks on Iran and Ukraine

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov arrived in China on Tuesday for talks on the wars in Ukraine and Iran as well as bilateral ties.

April 14, 2026
Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov arrives in China for talks on Iran and Ukraine
Asia|Political|Science|Technology|World

Philippines, US military drills underscore Washington's defence commitment, US official says

The latest round of military drills involving the Philippines, the United States and several partner nations will underscore Washington's "ironclad"

April 14, 2026
Philippines, US military drills underscore Washington's defence commitment, US official says
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World

HSBC's Europe and Americas banking head Keefe departs

HSBC's head of banking in Europe and the Americas Gerry Keefe has resigned, becoming the latest senior banker to depart since the bank's global overhaul

April 14, 2026
HSBC's Europe and Americas banking head Keefe departs
Asia|MidEast|Political|World

South Korea says Israel accepts explanation, dispute over President Lee's comments resolved

South Korea's Foreign Minister Cho Hyun said on Wednesday a high-level Israeli offical said it accepted Seoul's explanation of President Lee Jae Myung's social media

April 15, 2026
South Korea says Israel accepts explanation, dispute over President Lee's comments resolved
Asia|Business|Economy|MidEast|World

Sanctioned China tanker turns back to Strait of Hormuz, day after Gulf exit

The U.S.-sanctioned tanker Rich Starry made its way back to the Strait of Hormuz on Wednesday after exiting the Gulf the day before

April 15, 2026
Sanctioned China tanker turns back to Strait of Hormuz, day after Gulf exit
Americas|Asia|Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Antisemitic violence worldwide in 2025 killed highest number of Jews in 30 years, study finds

Antisemitic violence worldwide in 2025 killed highest number of Jews in 30 years, study finds

April 14, 2026
Antisemitic violence worldwide in 2025 killed highest number of Jews in 30 years, study finds
Africa|Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|MidEast|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Citing fallout from the Iran war, IMF cuts the outlook for global growth, expects higher inflation

The Iran war has stalled the world’s economic momentum this year, likely pushing growth lower compared to 2025, the International Monetary Fund warned Tuesday

April 14, 2026
Citing fallout from the Iran war, IMF cuts the outlook for global growth, expects higher inflation
Asia|Business|Economy|World

China’s exports grew 2.5% in March in a sharp slowdown as Iran war raises uncertainty

China’s exports grew 2.5% in March from a year ago, significantly slowing from the previous two months as uncertainties rose from the Iran war and its impact on energy prices and global demand

April 14, 2026
China’s exports grew 2.5% in March in a sharp slowdown as Iran war raises uncertainty
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|MidEast|Political|Stock Markets|World

The Latest: Trump vows to destroy Iranian warships that get near US blockade

President Donald Trump says the U.S. military has begun a blockade of Iranian ports and coastal areas, and Iran responded with threats on ports in the Persian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman

April 13, 2026
The Latest: Trump vows to destroy Iranian warships that get near US blockade
Asia|Environment|Science|World

Monster typhoon in the Pacific Ocean is bearing down on group of remote US islands

A super typhoon with dangerous winds is taking aim at several remote U.S. islands in the Pacific Ocean

April 13, 2026
Monster typhoon in the Pacific Ocean is bearing down on group of remote US islands
Asia|Business|Science|Technology|World

Humanoid robots show off their language and boxing skills in Hong Kong

A humanoid robot called X2 Ultra from China's leading humanoid robot manufacturer AGIBOT has been impressing visitors in Hong Kong

April 13, 2026
Humanoid robots show off their language and boxing skills in Hong Kong
Asia|Health|World

Philippine President Marcos does jumping jacks to disprove health rumors

Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has dismissed rumors about his health by doing jumping jacks and jogging outside his office

April 13, 2026
Philippine President Marcos does jumping jacks to disprove health rumors
Asia|MidEast|Political|World

South Korea’s president draws Israeli anger by using old video to make point about human suffering

South Korea’s president draws Israeli anger by using old video to make point about human suffering

April 13, 2026
South Korea’s president draws Israeli anger by using old video to make point about human suffering
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Travel|World

China says it will resume some ties with Taiwan after visit by opposition leader

China has announced it will resume some ties with Taiwan, including direct flights and imports of Taiwanese aquaculture products

April 12, 2026
China says it will resume some ties with Taiwan after visit by opposition leader
Asia|Economy|Political|World

Iran war diverts US military and attention from Asia ahead of Trump's summit with China's leader

President Barack Obama in 2011 declared it was time to leave behind the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan and “pivot” to Asia to counter China's rise

April 12, 2026
Iran war diverts US military and attention from Asia ahead of Trump's summit with China's leader
Americas|Asia|Business|Economy|MidEast|Political|World

The Latest: Iranian delegation arrives in Pakistan for talks with the US

U.S. Vice President JD Vance is heading to Pakistan for high-level talks with Iranian officials, as Israel and Hezbollah traded fire and Tehran maintained its stranglehold on the Strait of Hormuz

April 10, 2026
The Latest: Iranian delegation arrives in Pakistan for talks with the US
Asia|Business|Entertainment|Technology|World

China’s state media turns to social media and AI to tell its story — and often mock the US

The messaging from China’s Communist government may once have been rigid, but not anymore

April 11, 2026
China’s state media turns to social media and AI to tell its story — and often mock the US
Asia|Entertainment|Political|World

Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi thrilled by Deep Purple's visit to her office

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi took a short and happy break as she hosted legendary British rock band Deep Purple in Tokyo as a longtime admirer

April 10, 2026
Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi thrilled by Deep Purple's visit to her office
Asia|Political|World

Taiwan's opposition leader meets China's Xi Jinping as both sides call for peace

Taiwan's opposition leader has met with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing, marking the first such encounter in over a decade

April 10, 2026
Taiwan's opposition leader meets China's Xi Jinping as both sides call for peace
Asia|Crime|World

South Korean minister vows to expand legal remedies for adoptees and other rights victims

South Korean Justice Minister Jung Sung-ho vowed to expand access to judicial remedies for victims of state-led abuses, including foreign adoptees whose adoptions were marred by widespread fraud under previous military governments

April 10, 2026
South Korean minister vows to expand legal remedies for adoptees and other rights victims
Asia|Political|World

China’s Xi touts peace - and points to global conflicts - in rare meeting with Taiwan opposition leader

China’s Xi touts peace - and points to global conflicts - in rare meeting with Taiwan opposition leader

April 10, 2026
China’s Xi touts peace - and points to global conflicts - in rare meeting with Taiwan opposition leader
Arts|Asia|Business|Economy|Entertainment|World

China's K-pop worries: The reasons why a ban on Korean entertainment has lasted a decade

BTS is back after a three-and-a-half year break, but their world tour is skipping China

April 10, 2026
China's K-pop worries: The reasons why a ban on Korean entertainment has lasted a decade
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

US stocks rise and oil prices trim their gains on hopes for the ceasefire with Iran

U.S. stocks rose, even though oil prices did too, as financial markets moved more modestly a day after surging on optimism about a ceasefire in the war with Iran

April 09, 2026
US stocks rise and oil prices trim their gains on hopes for the ceasefire with Iran
Arts|Asia|Entertainment|World

BTS opens world tour in South Korea after hiatus for military service

BTS has kicked off their long-awaited world tour with a concert in South Korea

April 09, 2026
BTS opens world tour in South Korea after hiatus for military service
Asia|Australia|Business|Economy|Environment|MidEast|Political|World

Australia moves to shore up fuel supplies as it prepares for extended disruptions

Australia has agreed to underwrite two companies buying fuel at inflated prices, with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese warning of extended supply disruptions even if the Iran ceasefire holds

April 09, 2026
Australia moves to shore up fuel supplies as it prepares for extended disruptions
Asia|Science|Technology|World

North Korea says its latest weapons tests included missiles with cluster-bomb warheads

North Korea says its weapons tests this week involved various new systems, including ballistic missiles armed with cluster-bomb warheads

April 09, 2026
North Korea says its latest weapons tests included missiles with cluster-bomb warheads
Asia|Economy|Europe|Political|US|World

Ceasefire is threatened as Israel expands Lebanon strikes and Iran closes strait again

A ceasefire deal to pause the war in Iran appears to be hanging by a thread after the Islamic Republic closed the Strait of Hormuz again in response to Israeli attacks in Lebanon

April 08, 2026
Ceasefire is threatened as Israel expands Lebanon strikes and Iran closes strait again
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Oil plunges below $95 as the Dow surges 1,300 in a worldwide rally following a ceasefire with Iran

Oil prices plunged below $95 per barrel, and stock markets surged worldwide after President Donald Trump pulled back from his threat of devastating attacks against Iran

April 08, 2026
Oil plunges below $95 as the Dow surges 1,300 in a worldwide rally following a ceasefire with Iran
Asia|Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

How Trump went from threatening Iran's annihilation to agreeing to a 2-week ceasefire with Tehran

Over the course of a single day, President Donald Trump went from threatening Iran with “annihilation” to proclaiming that Iran's leadership had presented a “workable” plan that led him to agree to a two-week ceasefire

April 08, 2026
How Trump went from threatening Iran's annihilation to agreeing to a 2-week ceasefire with Tehran
Africa|Asia|Political|World

Afghanistan and Pakistan agree to explore a solution after weeks of fighting and hundreds of deaths

China’s government says Afghanistan and Pakistan agreed not to escalate their conflict and to “explore a comprehensive solution” after several weeks of cross-border fighting that has killed hundreds of people

April 08, 2026
Afghanistan and Pakistan agree to explore a solution after weeks of fighting and hundreds of deaths
Asia|MidEast|Political|Sports|World

Qatar's Diamond League track meet put back from May to June amid ongoing uncertainty

The Diamond League track meet in Qatar has been postponed from next month to June 19 if conditions allow amid ongoing uncertainty caused by the conflict in the Middle East

April 08, 2026
Qatar's Diamond League track meet put back from May to June amid ongoing uncertainty
Asia|Economy|Political|US|World

Taiwan opposition leader arrives in China on what she calls a ‘journey to peace’

Taiwan opposition leader Cheng Li-wun has arrived in China at the invitation of President Xi Jinping, in what she's calling a “journey for peace” as Beijing pushes for the self-governed island to come under its control

April 07, 2026
Taiwan opposition leader arrives in China on what she calls a ‘journey to peace’
Asia|Political|World

North Korea fires missiles toward sea after ridiculing South's hopes for better ties

South Korea’s military says it detected North Korea firing several short-range ballistic missiles toward the sea

April 08, 2026
North Korea fires missiles toward sea after ridiculing South's hopes for better ties
Asia|Business|Economy|World

Hong Kong firm files arbitration against Maersk, claiming it schemed with Panama over port takeover

A subsidiary of a Hong Kong-based conglomerate started arbitration proceedings against Danish logistics and port group Maersk, accusing the company of aligning with Panama and scheming to replace its port operation on the Central American country’s critical canal

April 08, 2026
Hong Kong firm files arbitration against Maersk, claiming it schemed with Panama over port takeover
Arts|Asia|Business|Crime|Economy|Finance|World

Inside a huge compound on Thailand-Cambodia border where 10,000 workers scammed people globally

Scam compounds have mushroomed across Southeast Asia since the pandemic

April 07, 2026
Inside a huge compound on Thailand-Cambodia border where 10,000 workers scammed people globally
Asia|Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Vietnam elects Communist Party chief as president, echoing China's power structure

Vietnam has unanimously elected Communist Party leader To Lam as president, consolidating his control over both party and state

April 07, 2026
Vietnam elects Communist Party chief as president, echoing China's power structure
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|MidEast|Political|Stock Markets|World

US stocks drift higher ahead of Trump's deadline to bomb Iranian power plants

The U.S. stock market drifted higher in tentative trading ahead of a deadline President Donald Trump has set to bomb Iranian power plants

April 06, 2026
US stocks drift higher ahead of Trump's deadline to bomb Iranian power plants
Asia|Business|Crime|World

A fire at a gas lighter factory near Bangladesh's capital kills 5 people

Authorities in Bangladesh say five people have died in a fire that broke out at a factory manufacturing gas lighters near Bangladesh’s capital

April 04, 2026
A fire at a gas lighter factory near Bangladesh's capital kills 5 people
Asia|Crime|Political|World

China says peace talks between Afghanistan and Pakistan are advancing

Peace talks between Afghanistan’s Taliban government and Pakistan are advancing, China’s government said, two days after those countries resumed conversations after weeks of fighting that have killed hundreds

April 03, 2026
China says peace talks between Afghanistan and Pakistan are advancing
Asia|Sports|World

Olympic gold medalist boxer at center of gender controversy advances to Asian semifinals

Olympic gold medalist Lin Yu-ting has won her quarterfinal bout at the Asian boxing championships in her first event since World Boxing said she passed a gene test to confirm her gender

April 03, 2026
Olympic gold medalist boxer at center of gender controversy advances to Asian semifinals
Asia|Business|Economy|World

Shocked by gas at $4 in America? Try $15 in this city

Shocked by gas at $4 in America? Try $15 in this city

April 03, 2026
Shocked by gas at $4 in America? Try $15 in this city
Americas|Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

Rubio accuses China of 'bullying' for holding up Panama-flagged ships after canal clash

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has accused China of “bullying” by detaining or holding up dozens of Panama-flagged ships

April 03, 2026
Rubio accuses China of 'bullying' for holding up Panama-flagged ships after canal clash
Asia|Political|World

Pakistan says a new round of peace talks with Afghanistan is underway in China

Pakistan confirms it is holding peace talks with Afghanistan's Taliban government in China

April 02, 2026
Pakistan says a new round of peace talks with Afghanistan is underway in China
Asia|Environment|Science|World

Earthquake off Indonesia topples buildings, kills 1 person and sets off small tsunami

An undersea magnitude 7.4 earthquake toppled buildings in parts of northern Indonesia, sent people fleeing from their homes, killed at least one person and generated a small tsunami

April 02, 2026
Earthquake off Indonesia topples buildings, kills 1 person and sets off small tsunami
Asia|Political|World

Pakistan and Afghan Taliban officials meet in China for ceasefire talks

Pakistan and Afghanistan’s Taliban governments have resumed talks in China, which is mediating between the two sides to broker a durable ceasefire after weeks of fighting

April 01, 2026
Pakistan and Afghan Taliban officials meet in China for ceasefire talks
Asia|Business|Economy|World

Business sentiments in Japan improving despite Iran worries

A quarterly survey by the Bank of Japan shows business sentiment among major Japanese manufacturers improved slightly

April 01, 2026
Business sentiments in Japan improving despite Iran worries
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|MidEast|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Trump lashes out at allies, says securing the Strait of Hormuz is 'not for us'

President Donald Trump lashed out at allies who have been unwilling to do more to support the U.S. war effort against Iran

March 31, 2026
Trump lashes out at allies, says securing the Strait of Hormuz is 'not for us'
Asia|Sports|World

Taiwan Olympic boxing champ involved in gender debate wins first bout at Asian titles

Lin Yu-ting, a boxing gold medalist at the center of a gender controversy at the 2024 Paris Olympics, has won her first international bout since then at the Asian championships in Mongolia

March 31, 2026
Taiwan Olympic boxing champ involved in gender debate wins first bout at Asian titles
Asia|Business|Crime|Economy|World

Cambodia drafts its first law targeting online scam centers

Cambodia has drafted its first law to crack down on online scam centers that fuel fraud and forced labor

March 13, 2026
Cambodia drafts its first law targeting online scam centers
Asia|Economy|Political|World

For nearly two weeks, Chinese fighter jets stopped buzzing Taiwan. No one seems to know why.

For nearly two weeks, Chinese fighter jets stopped buzzing Taiwan. No one seems to know why.

March 12, 2026
For nearly two weeks, Chinese fighter jets stopped buzzing Taiwan. No one seems to know why.
Asia|Business|Crime|Economy|World

Cambodia aims to shut down all online scam centers within weeks

Cambodia says it is close to shutting down all online scam centers operating in the Southeast Asian country

March 11, 2026
Cambodia aims to shut down all online scam centers within weeks
Asia|Political|Science|Technology|World

North Korean leader Kim watches cruise missile tests with his daughter

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un and his teenage daughter have observed tests of strategic cruise missiles fired from a warship as North Korea threatened responses to U.S.-South Korean military drills

March 11, 2026
North Korean leader Kim watches cruise missile tests with his daughter
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Ronda Rousey says her double-comeback bout with Gina Carano is the biggest fight in MMA right now

Ronda Rousey and Gina Carano say their meeting on May 16 is the biggest fight that can be made in mixed martial arts, and they’re both thrilled to end their lengthy retirements for the long-awaited showdown

March 11, 2026
Ronda Rousey says her double-comeback bout with Gina Carano is the biggest fight in MMA right now
Asia|Political|Sports|World

Australia grants asylum to 5 members of the Iranian women's soccer team

Australia has granted asylum to five members of the Iranian women’s soccer team who were in the country for a tournament when the Iran war began

March 10, 2026
Australia grants asylum to 5 members of the Iranian women's soccer team
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|MidEast|Stock Markets|World

Asian shares surge, echoing a rally on Wall Street as oil prices sank back to about $90

Asian shares have rebounded from their sharp declines a day before

March 10, 2026
Asian shares surge, echoing a rally on Wall Street as oil prices sank back to about $90
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

China's exports surge in Jan-Feb despite waning trade with the US

China has reported its exports rose nearly 22% in the first two months of the year, while trade with the United States contracted

March 10, 2026
China's exports surge in Jan-Feb despite waning trade with the US
Asia|Economy|Political|World

US allies and rivals in Asia gauge fallout from war in the Middle East

North Korea, South Korea, Japan, and China are watching warily as war spreads across the Middle East

March 10, 2026
US allies and rivals in Asia gauge fallout from war in the Middle East
Asia|MidEast|Political|World

Armed or unarmed? US and Iran spar over status of Iranian warship sunk by a submarine

The United States and Iran have offered sharply different accounts of the sinking of an Iranian warship in the Indian Ocean

March 09, 2026
Armed or unarmed? US and Iran spar over status of Iranian warship sunk by a submarine
Africa|Asia|MidEast|Political|Sports|World

Iraq coach Graham Arnold urges FIFA to postpone his team's World Cup playoff because of Iran war

Iraq coach Graham Arnold has urged soccer’s international governing body to postpone his team’s intercontinental World Cup qualifier later this month because of disruptions caused by the war in the Middle East

March 09, 2026
Iraq coach Graham Arnold urges FIFA to postpone his team's World Cup playoff because of Iran war
Asia|Crime|Political|US|World

The Latest: Trump says he’ll hit Iran harder as Iranian president apologizes to neighbors

U.S. President Donald Trump warned in a Truth Social post that more Iranian officials will be targets, saying, “Today Iran will be hit very hard

March 07, 2026
The Latest: Trump says he’ll hit Iran harder as Iranian president apologizes to neighbors
Asia|Election|Political|World

Ex-rapper's political party leads early results in Nepal's first election since 2025 youth revolt

Preliminary and partial results show that a new political party led by an ex-rapper is leading Nepal’s parliamentary election, the country’s first since last year’s revolt

March 07, 2026
Ex-rapper's political party leads early results in Nepal's first election since 2025 youth revolt
Asia|Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Russia is aiding Iran’s war effort by providing intel on US military targets, sources say

Russia is aiding Iran’s war effort by providing intel on US military targets, sources say

March 07, 2026
Russia is aiding Iran’s war effort by providing intel on US military targets, sources say
Africa|Asia|Crime|Political|World

Pakistan and Afghanistan claim killing dozens of the other side's troops in relentless fighting

Pakistani and Afghan officials say their forces have launched multiple strikes at each other in cross-border clashes, with each side claiming to have killed dozens more enemy troops in what has been the deadliest fighting yet between the two neighbors

March 06, 2026
Pakistan and Afghanistan claim killing dozens of the other side's troops in relentless fighting
Asia|World

Sri Lanka takes custody of an Iranian vessel off its coast after US sank an Iranian warship

Sri Lanka has taken custody of an Iranian ship after it asked for help near its coast

March 06, 2026
Sri Lanka takes custody of an Iranian vessel off its coast after US sank an Iranian warship
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Hong Kong ex-media mogul Jimmy Lai will not appeal national security conviction, legal team says

The legal team for Hong Kong pro-democracy ex-publisher Jimmy Lai says he will not appeal the national security conviction for which he was sentenced to 20 years in prison

March 06, 2026
Hong Kong ex-media mogul Jimmy Lai will not appeal national security conviction, legal team says
Asia|Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|MidEast|Stock Markets|World

US stocks rebound after strong economic updates and as oil prices stop spiking

The U.S. stock market rebounded after oil prices stopped spiking and reports gave encouraging updates on the economy

March 04, 2026
US stocks rebound after strong economic updates and as oil prices stop spiking
Asia|Australia|Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Carney says he backs strikes on Iran 'with some regret' as world order frays

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney says he supports the strikes on Iran “with some regret” as they represent an extreme example of a rupturing world order

March 04, 2026
Carney says he backs strikes on Iran 'with some regret' as world order frays
Asia|MidEast|Political|World

Azerbaijan accuses neighbor Iran of a drone attack and vows to retaliate

Azerbaijan has accused Iran of a drone attack on its territory, a development that signaled the war in the Middle East was spreading

March 05, 2026
Azerbaijan accuses neighbor Iran of a drone attack and vows to retaliate
Asia|Political|World

Iranian warship sunk by the US was sailing home after taking part in an exhibition hosted by India

Officials in New Delhi say that an Iranian warship that was sunk by a U.S. submarine near Sri Lanka had participated in naval exercises hosted by India before heading out into international waters in the Indian Ocean on its way home

March 05, 2026
Iranian warship sunk by the US was sailing home after taking part in an exhibition hosted by India
Asia|Sports|World

Australia opens the World Baseball Classic in Tokyo with a 3-0 victory over Taiwan

Australia opened the World Baseball Classic in Tokyo by beating Taiwan 3-0 on Robbie Perkins' two-run homer in the fifth inning and Travis Bazzana’s homer in the seventh at the Tokyo Dome

March 05, 2026
Australia opens the World Baseball Classic in Tokyo with a 3-0 victory over Taiwan
Asia|Election|Political|World

Polls open in Nepal’s first election after last year's youth-led protests toppled the government

Polls are open across Nepal in the first nationwide election since last year’s violent, youth-led uprising forced the government from power

March 05, 2026
Polls open in Nepal’s first election after last year's youth-led protests toppled the government
Asia|World

Turkey's Erdogan offers to try to revive a truce as Pakistan-Afghan border clashes enter sixth day

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has offered to mediate for a new ceasefire between Pakistan and Afghanistan

March 04, 2026
Turkey's Erdogan offers to try to revive a truce as Pakistan-Afghan border clashes enter sixth day
Asia|Business|Economy|World

China's factory activity contracts for a second month

China says its factory activity contracted for a second straight month in February

March 04, 2026
China's factory activity contracts for a second month
Americas|Asia|Business|Economy|Education|Europe|Finance|MidEast|Opinion|Political|Science|Technology|World

CIA agents successfully executed a plan for regime change in Iran in 1953 – but Trump hasn’t revealed any signs of a plan

A covert US campaign in the mid-20th century helped steer Iran toward the intense anti-American sentiment that has distinguished its government policy for decades.

March 04, 2026
CIA agents successfully executed a plan for regime change in Iran in 1953 – but Trump hasn’t revealed any signs of a plan
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Pakistan says its forces killed 67 Afghan troops in cross-border clashes. Kabul rejects the claim

Pakistan says that Afghan forces have attacked Pakistani military positions along the border, triggering intense clashes that left 67 Afghan troops and one Pakistani soldier dead

March 03, 2026
Pakistan says its forces killed 67 Afghan troops in cross-border clashes. Kabul rejects the claim
Asia|Sports|World

A long way from the war, Iran loses its opening Women’s Asian Cup game to South Korea

Iran has opened its Women’s Asian Cup soccer tournament under the shadow of war

March 02, 2026
A long way from the war, Iran loses its opening Women’s Asian Cup game to South Korea
Asia|Crime|World

The Latest: US, Israel pound Iran as Trump signals willingness to talk to new leadership

Israel launched strikes on Iran while Tehran responded by firing drones and missiles at Jerusalem and U.S. military installations

March 01, 2026
The Latest: US, Israel pound Iran as Trump signals willingness to talk to new leadership
Africa|Asia|Political|World

Some celebrate in Iran after supreme leader's death, but deep fear and uncertainty remain

Some of the jubilation was open and even raucous

March 02, 2026
Some celebrate in Iran after supreme leader's death, but deep fear and uncertainty remain
Asia|Sports|World

Qatar soccer federation postpones all matches amid global tensions following the strikes on Iran

The Qatar soccer federation has postponed all tournaments and matches until further notice amid global tensions following the U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iran

March 01, 2026
Qatar soccer federation postpones all matches amid global tensions following the strikes on Iran
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Taliban allows men to beat their wives as long as they don’t break bones or leave open wounds

Taliban allows men to beat their wives as long as they don’t break bones or leave open wounds

March 01, 2026
Taliban allows men to beat their wives as long as they don’t break bones or leave open wounds
Asia|Political|World

With sniper rifle photos, Kim Jong Un intensifies spotlight on his daughter, a potential successor

With sniper rifle photos, Kim Jong Un intensifies spotlight on his daughter, a potential successor

February 28, 2026
With sniper rifle photos, Kim Jong Un intensifies spotlight on his daughter, a potential successor
Asia|Australia|Sports|World

Australians Green and Lee move into the lead after 3 rounds of LPGA Singapore

Australians Hannah Green and Minjee Lee have moved to the top of the leaderboard to lead by one stroke after three rounds of the HSBC Women’s World Championship

February 28, 2026
Australians Green and Lee move into the lead after 3 rounds of LPGA Singapore
Asia|Political|Technology|World

North Korea’s Kim gifts rifles to officials and his daughter takes aim after party congress

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has gifted top government and military officials new sniper rifles following a weeklong ruling party congress celebrating his leadership

February 28, 2026
North Korea’s Kim gifts rifles to officials and his daughter takes aim after party congress
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Exiled activist Anna Kwok vows to keep fighting after Hong Kong jails her father

A prominent Hong Kong activist in exile in the U.S. says a court ruling back in Hong Kong to imprison her father for eight months has only made her more determined to fight for the territory and its people

February 28, 2026
Exiled activist Anna Kwok vows to keep fighting after Hong Kong jails her father
Asia|MidEast|Political|World

Pakistan is in 'open war' with Afghanistan after latest strikes, defense minister says

Pakistan and Afghanistan have traded attacks in a dramatic escalation of tensions between the countries

February 27, 2026
Pakistan is in 'open war' with Afghanistan after latest strikes, defense minister says
Arts|Asia|Crime|World

Cambodia takes back looted historic artifacts handled by British art dealer

Cambodia has welcomed home 74 ancient artifacts that officials say looters stole during decades of war and unrest

February 27, 2026
Cambodia takes back looted historic artifacts handled by British art dealer
Asia|Business|Crime|Finance|Political|World

Airstrikes hit Afghan capital of Kabul, hours after Afghanistan attacks Pakistan

Pakistan has carried out airstrikes in Kabul and two other Afghan provinces, Afghanistan’s government spokesperson says

February 27, 2026
Airstrikes hit Afghan capital of Kabul, hours after Afghanistan attacks Pakistan
Asia|Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Afghanistan and Pakistan exchange cross-border strikes in escalating retaliatory attacks

Afghanistan and Pakistan exchange cross-border strikes in escalating retaliatory attacks

February 27, 2026
Afghanistan and Pakistan exchange cross-border strikes in escalating retaliatory attacks
Asia|Sports|World

No 1 Thitikul struggles in the first round of the LPGA Singapore led by Kim

Top-ranked Jeeno Thitikul has struggled during the first round of the HSBC Women’s World Championship

February 26, 2026
No 1 Thitikul struggles in the first round of the LPGA Singapore led by Kim
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|MidEast|Political|World

India's Modi pledges to stand by Israel in fighting 'terrorism' as the two countries boost ties

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has pledged to stand with Israel “shoulder-to-shoulder, opposing terrorism and its supporters.”

February 26, 2026
India's Modi pledges to stand by Israel in fighting 'terrorism' as the two countries boost ties
Africa|Americas|Asia|Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Finance|Health|Political|World

UN World Food Program head Cindy McCain says she will step down for health reasons

U.N. World Food Program Executive Director Cindy McCain has announced she will step down as the head of the humanitarian organization in three months to focus on her health

February 26, 2026
UN World Food Program head Cindy McCain says she will step down for health reasons
Americas|Asia|Crime|Political|World

The father of a US-based Hong Kong activist is sentenced to 8 months under national security law

A Hong Kong court has sentenced the father of a U.S.-based activist to eight months in prison in the first case brought against the relative of a pro-democracy activist wanted by the city's authorities under a national security law

February 26, 2026
The father of a US-based Hong Kong activist is sentenced to 8 months under national security law
Asia|Crime|Entertainment|Travel|World

American is freed after 11 years for Bali 'suitcase murder,' but a US case awaits

Indonesia has freed and deported an American man after 11 years in prison for killing his girlfriend’s mother, in a case that became known as the Bali “suitcase murder.”

February 25, 2026
American is freed after 11 years for Bali 'suitcase murder,' but a US case awaits
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Japan demands the swift release of a Japanese national detained in Iran

Japan says Iran has detained a Japanese citizen in Tehran since January and it is demanding the person's quick release

February 25, 2026
Japan demands the swift release of a Japanese national detained in Iran
Asia|Environment|Health|Science

Thai officials say 72 tigers at tourist parks died of canine distemper, allaying bird flu fears

Officials say the deaths of 72 tigers at two tourist parks in northern Thailand are a result of canine distemper and not bird flu

February 24, 2026
Thai officials say 72 tigers at tourist parks died of canine distemper, allaying bird flu fears
Asia|Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Health|MidEast|Political|World

Aid groups petition Israeli court to let them keep working in Gaza after ban over new rules

Seventeen international aid groups have petitioned Israel’s Supreme Court to allow them to keep working in the Gaza Strip and other Palestinian areas as Israel is set to bar them for refusing to comply with new rules

February 24, 2026
Aid groups petition Israeli court to let them keep working in Gaza after ban over new rules
Americas|Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

Hong Kong protests after Panama takes control of 2 key ports on the Panama Canal

Hong Kong protests after Panama takes control of two key ports on the Panama Canal once run by a Hong Kong company

February 24, 2026
Hong Kong protests after Panama takes control of 2 key ports on the Panama Canal
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

Panama seizes 2 key canal ports from Hong Kong operator following Supreme Court ruling

A Hong Kong-based company that has operated key ports at the ends of the Panama Canal for decades says the government has seized them

February 23, 2026
Panama seizes 2 key canal ports from Hong Kong operator following Supreme Court ruling
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Ousted South Korean President Yoon appeals life sentence for martial law decree

South Korea’s jailed former President Yoon Suk Yeol has appealed his life sentence for rebellion over his brief imposition of martial law in December 2024

February 24, 2026
Ousted South Korean President Yoon appeals life sentence for martial law decree
Asia|Crime|Travel|World

A packed bus plunges off a Nepal highway, killing 19 and injuring 25

A crowded bus in Nepal has crashed off a mountain highway, killing 19 people including a British national

February 23, 2026
A packed bus plunges off a Nepal highway, killing 19 and injuring 25
Asia|Economy|World

Kim reelected to top post of North Korea’s ruling party as it hails his nuclear buildup

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has been reelected to the top post of the ruling Workers’ Party, with delegates crediting him for bolstering the country’s nuclear arsenal and strengthening its regional standing

February 23, 2026
Kim reelected to top post of North Korea’s ruling party as it hails his nuclear buildup
Asia|Sports|World

Top-ranked Jeeno Thitikul wins home LPGA Thailand tournament for the first time

Jeeno Thitikul wins the LPGA Thailand by one shot and earns her first victory at her home event

February 22, 2026
Top-ranked Jeeno Thitikul wins home LPGA Thailand tournament for the first time
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Pakistan launches airstrikes against Afghan-based ‘militants’ it blames for cross-border attacks

Pakistan launches airstrikes against Afghan-based ‘militants’ it blames for cross-border attacks

February 22, 2026
Pakistan launches airstrikes against Afghan-based ‘militants’ it blames for cross-border attacks
Asia|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|World

Top-ranked Jeeno Thitikul takes 3rd-round lead at her home LPGA Thailand tournament

World No. 1 Jeeno Thitikul has birdied her final three holes for a 6-under 66 and a two-stroke lead going into the final round of her home LPGA Thailand tournament

February 21, 2026
Top-ranked Jeeno Thitikul takes 3rd-round lead at her home LPGA Thailand tournament
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Wall Street keeps calm after the Supreme Court strikes down Trump's tariffs

Wall Street kept calm after the Supreme Court struck down President Donald Trump’s sweeping tariffs, and stocks ticked higher

February 20, 2026
Wall Street keeps calm after the Supreme Court strikes down Trump's tariffs
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

German leader to make his 1st visit to China next week as country seeks 'right balance' in ties

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz will make his first visit to China next week since taking the helm of Europe’s biggest economy

February 20, 2026
German leader to make his 1st visit to China next week as country seeks 'right balance' in ties
Asia|Business|Economy|Environment|World

Osaka city stunned by anonymous gold bar gift worth $3.6M to fix aging water pipes

Osaka has received an anonymous gift of gold bars to repair the Japanese city’s aging water pipes

February 20, 2026
Osaka city stunned by anonymous gold bar gift worth $3.6M to fix aging water pipes
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

Indonesia's president reaches a trade deal with US while in Washington for Trump's Board of Peace

The White House has announced a trade agreement with Indonesia

February 19, 2026
Indonesia's president reaches a trade deal with US while in Washington for Trump's Board of Peace
Asia|Economy|Political|World

Kim lauds North Korea's economy and regional standing as major party meeting opens

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has lauded his nation’s improving economy and regional standing as he opened the country’s most important political event

February 20, 2026
Kim lauds North Korea's economy and regional standing as major party meeting opens
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Former South Korean president receives life sentence for imposing martial law in 2024

Former South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol has been sentenced to life in prison for his brief imposition of martial law to suppress the opposition

February 19, 2026
Former South Korean president receives life sentence for imposing martial law in 2024
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Former South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol handed life sentence for leading insurrection

Former South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol handed life sentence for leading insurrection

February 19, 2026
Former South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol handed life sentence for leading insurrection
Asia|Business|Economy|Election|Finance|Political|World

Takaichi, reelected as Japan's leader, wants to cooperate with US in rare earths development

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi says she hopes to deepen her relationship with U.S. President Donald Trump

February 18, 2026
Takaichi, reelected as Japan's leader, wants to cooperate with US in rare earths development
Asia|Europe|Food|Lifestyle|Travel

The hole-in-the-wall chicken shop Chinese tourists are traveling thousands of miles to visit

The hole-in-the-wall chicken shop Chinese tourists are traveling thousands of miles to visit

February 18, 2026
The hole-in-the-wall chicken shop Chinese tourists are traveling thousands of miles to visit
Asia|Crime|Election|Political|World

Philippine Vice President Duterte will seek presidency in 2028 but faces impeachment bids

Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte says she will seek the presidency in the 2028 elections

February 18, 2026
Philippine Vice President Duterte will seek presidency in 2028 but faces impeachment bids
Asia|Business|Economy|World

Japan's exports surge 17% in January, on strong shipments to China and other Asian markets

Japan has reported its exports surged nearly 17% in January from a year earlier, on strong shipments to China and other Asian markets

February 18, 2026
Japan's exports surge 17% in January, on strong shipments to China and other Asian markets
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|World

US stocks edge higher after swinging through worries about AI and the economy

A quiet finish for U.S. stocks masked big swings underneath the surface

February 17, 2026
US stocks edge higher after swinging through worries about AI and the economy
Asia|Election|Finance|Political|World

Bangladesh’s new prime minister is sworn in after his party’s landslide election win

Bangladesh’s new prime minister has been sworn in after his party’s landslide win in parliamentary elections last week, the country’s first since the massive 2024 uprising

February 17, 2026
Bangladesh’s new prime minister is sworn in after his party’s landslide election win
Arts|Asia|Business|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|Lifestyle|World

Why the Adidas ‘Chinese New Year’ jacket has gone viral

Why the Adidas ‘Chinese New Year’ jacket has gone viral

February 17, 2026
Why the Adidas ‘Chinese New Year’ jacket has gone viral
Asia|Economy|Political|Technology|World

US plans to deploy more missile launchers to the Philippines despite China's alarm

The United States is planning to deploy more high-tech missile systems in the Philippines to help deter aggression in the South China Sea, where the treaty allies again condemned China’s “illegal, coercive, aggressive, and deceptive activities.”

February 17, 2026
US plans to deploy more missile launchers to the Philippines despite China's alarm
Asia|Business|Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

The house always wins: How the establishment finally came out on top in Thailand

The house always wins: How the establishment finally came out on top in Thailand

February 17, 2026
The house always wins: How the establishment finally came out on top in Thailand
Asia|Political|World

North Korea opens a housing district for families of its soldiers killed in Russia-Ukraine war

North Korea says it completed a housing district in Pyongyang for families of soldiers killed while fighting alongside Russian forces in Ukraine

February 15, 2026
North Korea opens a housing district for families of its soldiers killed in Russia-Ukraine war