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How AI turned a Ukrainian YouTuber into a Russian
A YouTuber falls victim to generative AI on Chinese social media, but the ramifications stretch beyond China.
CNA Correspondent Podcast: What's in store for cross-strait relations ahead of incoming Taiwan president William Lai's inauguration
In his victory speech after president-elect William Lai won the election, the noted proponent of Taiwan's independence extended the olive branch to Beijing.
The illicit trade with China fuelling Mozambique's insurgency
Illegal shipments of rosewood continue and some of the profit ends up with jihadists, research says.
End of Lee era for Singapore as PM steps down
After 20 years in power Lee Hsien Loong has stepped down, marking the end of a political era for the tiny island nation.
Malaysia’s restructured national pension fund allows for early withdrawals; experts say ‘delicate’ balance needed
Under the newly restructured plan, Employees Provident Fund (EPF) members now have three accounts compared with the previous two, with a new “flexible” one where funds can be easily withdrawn to meet short-term needs.
Commentary: Electric cars pile up at European ports as Chinese firms struggle to find buyers
Chinese car makers are finding the road to succeeding in the EU slow and bumpy, says a supply chain expert.
These branded residential developments offer the best of luxury living with exclusive hotel perks
A private club with a waitlist, personal chefs, private club privileges and baby-sitting services on top of returns on investment are some perks that these hotel residences offer buyers.
Biden quadruples tariffs on Chinese electric cars
The White House said they were a response to unfair policies and intended to protect US jobs.
How Trump could push Japan, S Korea to go nuclear
Will a Donald Trump return to the White House lead to a nuclear arms race in Northeast Asia, beginning in South Korea and leading to Japan and even possibly to Taiwan? Of all the consequences of a Trump victory, this is the one that is least discussed openly in Tokyo. But
Make Buddhism cool again: South Korea’s controversial DJ ‘monk’
NewJeansJim is connecting with young Koreans who are more into K-pop than Zen Buddhism.
Russia hits 12-storey building in Ukraine's Kharkiv, at least 17 hurt
Russia carried out a series of air strikes on the city of Kharkiv in northeastern Ukraine on Tuesday evening, local officials said, hitting a high-rise residential building and injuring at least 17 people.
South Korea's president promises to keep up Ukraine support
SEOUL - South Korea's President Yoon Suk Yeol confirmed his country's participation in a Ukraine peace summit in a phone call with his Ukrainian counterpart on Tuesday, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on X.
Russia says U.S. ban on Russian nuclear fuel will harm global market
MOSCOW - Russia's state nuclear corporation Rosatom said on Tuesday that a U.S. ban on Russian nuclear fuel was discriminatory political move that would undermine the global market for enriched uranium but said it would continue to develop its global business.
Malaysia PM Anwar says fuel subsidy will be cut at the ‘right time’
The country currently absorbs much of the price of fuel and cooking oil for its population.
France to send extra military aid to Ukraine shortly, says Elysee
PARIS - France will deliver extra military aid to Ukraine in coming days and weeks, the Elysee said on Tuesday, after President Emmanuel Macron spoke by phone with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy.
Five Chinese ships in Taiwan ‘restricted’ waters week before inauguration
Taiwan's coast guard urged the Chinese to "exercise self-restraint" and to cease this behaviour.
G7 to discuss global trade risks after US tariffs on China
ROME - The Group of Seven (G7) major democracies meeting in Italy next week will discuss the risk of fragmentation in global trade after \"very tough\" tariffs imposed by the United States against China, Italian Economy Minister Giancarlo Giorgetti said.
South Korea and China seek to defrost ties ahead of trilateral summit with Japan
to mend relations, South Korean Foreign Minister Cho Tae-yul visited Beijing on May 13 and 14.
Ukraine's Zelenskiy to visit Spain, meet king on Friday
MADRID - Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy is set to visit Madrid on May 17 and meet with Spain's King Felipe, the Royal Palace said in a statement on Tuesday.
India's Modi denies stoking divisions to win election, files nomination
NEW DELHI - Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi defended himself against criticism that he is stoking divisions between Hindus and Muslims to win national elections as he filed his nomination on Tuesday for re-election from one of Hinduism's holiest cities.
Belousov says Russia must win in Ukraine while minimising troop losses
MOSCOW - Russia's main task is to achieve victory on the battlefield in Ukraine with the minimal loss of troops, Andrei Belousov, Russian President Vladimir Putin's nominee for defence minister, said on Tuesday.
Ukraine sees signs Kharkiv front stabilising, but warns of buildup near Sumy region
Ukraine's top military spy said on Tuesday there were signs the northeastern front was stabilising amid a Russian ground attack into the Kharkiv region, but warned that small Russian assault groups had been deployed near the Sumy region to the north.
Jailed Thai activist, 28, dies after hunger strike
Netiporn "Bung" Sanesangkhom, 28, had been accused of insulting Thailand's monarchy.
Cargo cult: Why America cannot have nice things
Well, I’ve been afraid of changing ‘Cause I’ve built my life around you But time makes you bolder Even children get older And I’m getting older too – Fleetwood Mac According to media reports, the Biden administration is planning to announce 100% tariffs on imports of Chinese
Explainer: Why are there riots in New Caledonia against France's voting reform?
PARIS - Violence has erupted in New Caledonia, a French overseas territory in the South Pacific, after lawmakers in Paris discussed a draft constitutional amendment to allow recent arrivals to the territory to vote in provincial elections.
Russia puts submarine-launched Bulava intercontinental missile into service
MOSCOW - Russia has put its submarine-launched Bulava intercontinental ballistic missile into service, state media said on Tuesday, a a key element in the modernisation of its nuclear arsenal.
China-Gulf free trade talks stall on Saudi industrial agenda, sources say
DUBAI - Negotiations between China and an Arab bloc for a free trade agreement have stalled over concerns by Saudi Arabia that cheap Chinese imports could undermine its ambitions to transform the kingdom into an industrial powerhouse, sources say.
Who’s to blame for losing Ukraine? China, of course
At the close of his recent trip to China, while still in Beijing, US Secretary of State Anthony Blinken made a bellicose statement to the press. Blinken’s words marked a new phase in the narrative to prepare the American and European public for more conflict with China. As
Turkey says to apply to intervene in ICJ genocide case against Israel
ANKARA - Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan said on Tuesday that Turkey decided to submit its declaration of official intervention in South Africa's genocide case against Israel at the International Court of Justice (ICJ).
Biden, Trump China tariffs draw on old, losing playbook
As Joe Biden throws down the gauntlet in his bid to defeat Donald Trump, the US president risks repeating one of his predecessor’s biggest blunders. This week, Biden will unveil plans to quadruple taxes on Chinese electric vehicle (EV) imports and slap huge tariffs on other
Helicopter crashes in southern Japan, pilot and two tourists seriously injured
The pilot made an emergency landing during a sightseeing trip around the crater of Mount Aso.
Britain summons Chinese ambassador over Hong Kong spying charges
LONDON - Britain's foreign ministry summoned the Chinese ambassador on Tuesday to state that espionage and cyber attacks were not acceptable on UK soil after three men were charged with spying for Hong Kong.
Thai activist charged with royal insult dies in pre-trail detention
BANGKOK - A Thai political activist died in custody on Tuesday, the department of corrections said, and a legal aid group said she had been on a partial hunger strike during her pre-trial detention on charges including insulting the country's monarchy.Netiporn \"Bung\"
Hunger-striking Thai rights activist, 28, dies in detention after cardiac arrest
"Boong" had been charged under lese majeste - or royal insult - laws over a protest in 2020.
Malaysia PM says no evidence of ship-to-ship transfer of Iranian oil off Malaysia
Malaysia Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said on Tuesday there was \"not one shred of evidence\" of ship-to-ship transfers of sanctioned Iranian oil off Malaysia, amid U.S. concern that Iran was using Malaysian service providers to move its oil.
Cases down, losses up: Hong Kong fights phone scams as amount swindled quadruples to US$101 million
Impersonation scams accounted for the vast majority of losses, with an increase in the number of mainland Chinese students getting ensnared. One person had HK$800,000 (US$102,000) moved out of her bank account.
‘Affirmative no’: Malaysia has no need for another casino, says Anwar
Several people have been charged for purportedly making seditious remarks about the casino.
Britain and US sound alarm over growing Chinese cyber threat
BIRMINGHAM, England - U.S. and British officials warned on Tuesday of a growing cyber threat from China, with the White House cyber director saying Beijing was capable of causing havoc in cyberspace and a UK spy agency chief warning of an \"epoch-defining\" challenge.
Stella Assange, wife of Wikileaks founder, vows to fight on ahead of crucial court date
LONDON - In a week's time, WikiLeaks' founder Julian Assange could be on a flight to the United States at the end of his years-long legal battle to avoid extradition. Whatever happens, his wife Stella vows the fight for his freedom will go on.
Japan eyes muscling up Australia’s rebuilding navy
Japan is considering launching a bid to jointly develop its Mogami-class frigates with Australia. If selected, the joint project would enhance bilateral defense capabilities, boost Japan’s local defense industry and counterbalance China’s rising naval power. This month, The