Chef's food 'decoration' at Chinese pre-school poisons children
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Russia’s formal recognition a shot in the arm for the Taliban
On July 3, Moscow formally recognized the Taliban as the legitimate government of Afghanistan. Recognition has opened a new chapter in the Taliban’s outreach to the outside world. Russia and the former Soviet Union have had a complicated history, to say the least, with
Spooked by Trump tariffs, Asia presses for more talks with US ahead of Aug 1 deadline
Asian economies formed the bulk of the 14 nations that received letters from the US so far, announcing higher tariffs on their goods from Aug 1.
China detains principal over lead poisoning of 200 children
Investigators found “abnormal” levels of lead in the blood of 233 children.
In Hiroshima, search for remains keeps war alive for lone volunteer
Mr Kayo’s drive for repeating the gruelling task year after year is partly personal.
Deepening crisis in Malaysia over top judges’ appointments poses stern political test for Anwar
Legal sources tell CNA that battlelines have been shaping up for some time between the Anwar administration and certain segments of the judiciary.
China’s Shandong aircraft carrier's visit to Hong Kong signals growing military ambitions: Analysts
The visit comes just days after Hong Kong marked its 28th anniversary of return to Chinese sovereignty.
Two Indonesian police officers arrested over subordinate’s death in Lombok
Muhammad Nurhadi was found dead in a villa swimming pool in mid-April. An autopsy later cast doubt on his superiors’ claims that he had drowned.
Japanese racehorse famed for losing all her races sees surge in popularity after mobile game launch
Retired Japanese racehorse Haru Urara never won a single race out of the 113 in her career.
Lurid tale of China’s cross-dressing ‘red uncle’ goes viral online
A 38-year-old man had been detained by the police on suspicion of spreading obscene material.
Thailand’s Cabinet shelves draft law for casinos
The government earlier set its sights on building a major gaming industry to complement tourism.
Dozens missing after floods on Nepal-China border
KATHMANDU - Over two dozen people are missing after heavy rainfall in the Tibet region of China triggered a deluge in the Bhote Koshi River, which flows through Nepal and China, washing away the 'Friendship Bridge' that connects them, officials said on Tuesday.
Lurid tale of China's cross-dressing 'red uncle' goes viral online
BEIJING - The tale of a middle-aged Chinese man, or \"uncle\", who disguised himself as a woman to secretly film and share videos of his hookups with more than 1,000 men, shook China's social media, spurring fears for public health, privacy and marital fidelity.
Japan’s whooping cough cases hit new weekly high at over 3,300
The disease is characterised by spasmodic coughing attacks.
US restores $8.68m aid for Tibetans, State Department says
The aid had been cut as part of the “America First” policy under the Trump administration.
US restores $6.8 million aid for Tibetans, State Department says
NEW DELHI - The United States has restored $6.8 million in funding for Tibetans in South Asia, the U.S. State Department told Reuters on Tuesday, confirming comments by Tibet's government-in-exile.
Philippines summons Chinese envoy after ex-senator sanctioned
China said it prohibited former Philippine Senator Francis Tolentino from entering mainland China.
Thailand confident of securing lower US tariff with trade offers
The US was Thailand’s largest goods export market in 2024.
China warns Trump on tariffs, threatens retaliation on supply chain deals
The remarks set the stage for another round of tariff war between the US and China.
Indonesian volcano spews massive ash cloud as it erupts again
Following a series of eruptions three weeks ago, Mount Lewotobi Laki-laki has begun spewing hot ash and lava again.
New York mayoral hopeful Mamdani trolled by Indian PM Modi fans on social media
He is being attacked on social media over his criticism of Indian PM Narendra Modi, and has been labelled “anti-Hindu”.
Prabowo’s Brics debut puts Indonesia’s Asean ties and US relations to the test, analysts say
Indonesia’s entry into Brics signals a bold diplomatic shift, but raises concerns over Asean unity and ties with the US.
China’s sea-skimming ‘monster’ surfaces with stealth – and doubts
China’s “Bohai Sea Monster” just surfaced – an experimental sea-skimming aircraft that blurs the line between ship and plane, promising stealthy speed but raising strategic questions. This month, The War Zone (TWZ) reported that the first full image of China’s experimental
China risks global heavy rare-earth supply to stop Myanmar rebel victory
The global supply of heavy rare earths hinges in part on the outcome of a months-long battle between a rebel army and the Chinese-backed military junta in the hills of northern Myanmar.
As US equivocates on Ukraine, Europe heads in the right direction
Recent news from Ukraine has generally been bad. Since the end of May, ever larger Russian air strikes have been documented against Ukrainian cities with devastating consequences for civilians, including in the country’s capital, Kyiv. Amid small and costly but steady gains
Thai authorities vow crackdown on cannabis-infused products after toddler hospitalised
The incident has prompted a renewed push to clear unregulated products from the market.
Australia’s Albanese confirms China visit as Beijing eyes trade deal review
The Australian Prime Minister is looking to strengthen ties amid rising global trade tensions.
Australia's Albanese confirms China visit as Beijing eyes trade deal review
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese to visit China from this weekend amid rising global trade tensions.
Malaysia braces itself for shake-up in supply chains in wake of US tariffs
The country’s electronics sector may remain relatively insulated, but other industries could be forced to adapt.
Tropical Storm Danas looms over China after battering Taiwan, killing two
The storm tore through Taiwan with record winds and torrential rain.
Japan PM Ishiba says Trump’s tariff decision ‘truly regrettable’
The remark came in response to a notification that Japan would be hit with 25% tariffs from Aug 1.
Indonesia pledges to buy more US wheat in bid for trade deal
The deal is valued at about US$1.25 billion (S$1.6 billion).
Trump delays tariffs on some Asian countries until August
Trump says the US will impose a raft of levies after pausing his Liberation Day tariffs.
South Korea to step up US trade talks before tariffs kick in on Aug 1
The US is South Korea’s second-largest export destination after China.
US plans to tighten AI chip export rules for Malaysia, Thailand
The United States plans to tighten its export controls on Nvidia’s high-end artificial intelligence (AI) chips, specifically targeting Malaysia and Thailand, to prevent Chinese firms from obtaining those processors to train their AI models. The US Commerce Department is
'Everyone knows somebody affected': The small towns in shock after mushroom murders
The residents of the rural area in Australia where Erin Patterson carried out her crimes are still in shock.
From India to Britain and back: The cartoonist who fought censors with a smile
Abu Abraham’s sharp cartoons exposed power’s excesses during India’s 1975 Emergency crackdown.
BRICS tariff to be applied only if they adopt policies deemed 'anti-American', source says
WASHINGTON - The Trump administration will not immediately impose a new 10% tariff against members of the developing nation BRICS bloc, but will proceed if countries take so-called \"anti-American\" policy actions, according to a source familiar with the matter.
Two crew injured, two missing on vessel attacked near Yemen's Hodeidah, Ambrey says
DUBAI - Two crew were injured and two others missing on a Liberia-flagged bulk carrier that was attacked with skiffs and drones 49 nautical miles southwest of Yemen's Red Sea port of Hodeidah, British maritime security firm Ambrey said on Monday.
Watch: Moment pet lion pounces on woman in street
CCTV footage shows the moment a lion leaps over a concrete wall before attacking a woman.
Proposed law would give Cambodia’s government power to revoke citizenship
Critics warn the amendment, which officials say is key to national security, would be used to squash dissent.
BRICS nations resist 'anti-American' label after Trump tariff threat
RIO DE JANEIRO - Developing nations participating in the BRICS summit on Monday brushed away an accusation from U.S. President Donald Trump that the bloc is \"anti-American,\" as he threatened them with additional 10% tariffs.
Cultural row erupts as Thai dress seeks Unesco status amid Cambodian claim
The Thai Ministry of Culture and relevant agencies are now expected to closely monitor the situation.
