China's first Legoland opens to tourists in Shanghai

The theme park in Shanghai is the biggest Legoland in the world.

Myanmar armed groups rebuff junta’s ‘cooperation’ appeal

The junta made a rare call for groups it is fighting to cooperate with it ahead of an election.

China’s first Legoland opens to tourists in Shanghai

The Chinese branch of the British-owned theme park franchise is the biggest Legoland in the world.

Dalai Lama, on eve of 90th birthday, aims to live for decades more

Search continues after Pakistan building collapse kills 16

Families said that at least eight people were still believed to be trapped under the rubble.

Australian PM vows 'full force of law' after arson attack at synagogue

“Antisemitism has no place in Australia,” Anthony Albanese said after the latest in a string of attacks.

China's intense EV rivalry tests Thailand's local production goals

Under a government incentive programme meant to boost electric vehicle production in Thailand, carmakers are exempt from import duties, but are obligated to match import volumes with domestic production.

South Korea’s presidential adviser to fly to Washington ahead of tariff deadline

He will meet with US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer and other senior officials.

Lake in Australian desert springs to life as devastating floods leave silver lining

Millions of birds can arrive from across South-east Asia, China and Papua New Guinea.

The Great Inflatable Dome of China: 50m-high bubble blocks dust and noise from construction site

The 20,000 sq m inflatable dome reduces dust and noise pollution at a Jinan construction site.

Australian actor Julian McMahon dies aged 56

"Julian loved life," said the wife of the actor best known for roles in Nip/Tuck, FBI: Most Wanted and Fantastic Four.

Japan braces for more quakes, authorities dismiss doomsday hype

The 5.5-magnitude quake on Thursday (Jul 3) was one of more than 1,000 tremors in the islands of Kagoshima prefecture in the past two weeks.

Vietnam Q2 GDP growth quickens on strong exports, US trade deal brightens outlook

Concerns over the Southeast Asian manufacturing hub's outlook had been growing in the run-up to the trade deal between the United States, particularly as the latter is Vietnam's biggest export market.

Johor police probe shooting at petrol station, links to body with multiple gunshot wounds dumped at hospital

In a statement on Friday (Jul 4), Johor police chief M Kumar said CCTV footage showed that two individuals in a dark coloured car had left the body at Sultanah Aminah Hospital in Johor Bahru.

Dalai Lama hopes to live beyond 130 years, much longer than predicted

The Dalai Lama previously said in December he might live to 110.

Brazil plans to take legal action against Indonesia in death of Mount Rinjani climber

Brazil also requested a new autopsy on Ms Marins’ body, following a request from her sister.

Anwar’s Paris visit a success, marks revival of partnerships across all sectors, says Macron

France and Malaysia renewed partnerships in sectors such as transport and minerals and rare earths.

New Sejong Institutes to open amid growing demand for Korean language classes

This is amid surging global interest in Korean language and culture.

Japan braced for more quakes, officials dismiss doomsday hype

TOKYO - Japan's government on Saturday warned of more possible strong earthquakes in waters southwest of its main islands, but urged the public not to believe unfounded predictions of a major disaster.

Two Nipah virus cases detected in India; three districts on alert

One of the patients was a child, who recently died.

Prayers for the Dalai Lama in the heart of Mongolian Buddhism

The Gandantegchinlen Monastery has long been the heart of the faith in Mongolia.

Ukraine mess: finding a way forward

The recent massive bombings on Ukrainian territory and advances by the Russian army are harbingers of the end game that will befall Ukraine unless that country can find a way out. One solution is to make Ukraine a flexible actor, meaning to insulate Zelensky. The best way to do

Malaysia puts anti-dumping duties on some China, South Korea, Vietnam iron and steel

The provisional duties will be in effect from July 7.

Malaysia puts anti-dumping duties on some China, South Korea, Vietnam iron, steel

Driver, 6 others hurt after bus crashes into overhead height barrier on Malaysian road

All the victims were aged between 30 and mid-50s.

Magnitude 5.4 quake shakes south-western Japan islands as temblors continue

No tsunami warning was issued.

Dream wheels, Malaysian deals: Singaporean car lovers find affordable indulgence across the border

Malaysian-registered cars let some Singaporeans live out their weekend motoring dreams.

Dalai Lama succession: China warns India against interfering in Tibet-related matters

Three-day religious conference wraps up; voices of support ahead of Dalai Lama’s 90th birthday Sunday

Australian officials condemn arson attack on Melbourne synagogue

Police said they believed the attack was carried out by a male suspect.

Australia police search for suspect in arson attack on Melbourne synagogue

SYDNEY - Australian police said late on Friday they were looking for a man suspected of deliberately starting a fire at a Melbourne synagogue filled with worshippers.

How a Singaporean heatproofs himself to cope with 40 deg C summer in Chongqing

It is known as one of the country’s “furnace cities”, where high temperatures can last for more than 70 days during summer.

AfD’s Keuter: Chancellor Merz’s rhetoric risks wider Ukraine war

In an era marked by open confrontation between NATO and Russia, Germany finds itself at the epicenter of both the military and economic implications of the Ukraine war. While the government of Chancellor Friedrich Merz continues to expand its support for Kiev — including

Eastern China swelters under early heatwave, threatening crops and industry

SHANGHAI/BEIJING - Sweltering heat enveloped China's eastern seaboard on Friday, as a high-pressure system settled over the country's most populous region, baking key agricultural and manufacturing hubs along the Yangtze River and raising fears of droughts and economic losses.

US plans AI chip curbs on Malaysia, Thailand over China concerns

The US has effectively banned sales of Nvidia’s advanced AI processors to China.