Japan PM Takaichi says oil crisis has ‘enormous impact’ in Asia-Pacific

Australia and Japan will respond urgently to secure stable energy supplies, she added.

Africa: China Opens Tariff-Free Trade to Nearly All African Countries

[RFI] China will extend zero-tariff treatment to all African countries with diplomatic ties from Friday, in what Beijing called a "significant measure" to deepen China-Africa trade and investment ties.

Global fragmentation is rewiring Asia’s economic future

Asia became prosperous in an era of predictable globalization. Open markets, cheap energy, integrated supply chains and export-led manufacturing transformed once-poor economies into the world’s most dynamic growth centers. But the very interdependence that powered Asia’s rise

Samsung family pays off record $8bn inheritance tax bill

The bill is tied to the estate left by the firm's late chairman Lee Kun-hee, who died in October 2020.

They look like healthy motivation, but these viral posts may do more harm than good for young adults

Social media is filled with posts about fitness and healthy eating aiming to inspire and encourage better lifestyles. However, a new large review study led by an Olympic athlete reveals that this seemingly motivational content can sometimes have unexpected negative impacts on

UAE-Israel ties useful but nowhere near a Middle East reset

When the Abraham Accords were signed on the South Lawn of the White House five and a half years ago, the inevitable triumphalism that accompanies American diplomatic ceremonies obscured a more sober reality. The agreement between Israel and the United Arab Emirates was

US vs China: two armies, two theories of the body

In the same week that China’s People’s Liberation Army quietly continued its annual mass immunization drills, US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced that American service members would no longer be required to receive the flu vaccine — a break from a practice in place

Warcraft 3 Legacy is finally back on Battle.net

And you don't have to install Warcraft 3 Reforged to launch it.

FamilyMart stores in Japan collect used clothing, goods to reduce waste

The items will be re-used or recycled into new fibre.

Between Trump's contradictions and Iran's internal disputes, priorities are starting to take shape

The power struggle playing out in Iran's leadership is not only over questions of war and negotiations, but over the face of the regime's future. Now it must decide whether to turn Hormuz into an ideological cause or to treat it as a bargaining chip in talks

Australia begins hearings into Bondi Beach attack and rising antisemitism

By Christine Chen SYDNEY, May 4 (Reuters) - Australia began public hearings on Monday into the Bondi Beach mass shooting in December, part of a wide-ranging national inquiry with witnesses set to give evidence on their experience of escalating antisemitism in the country. The

Lithium battery truck fire forces closures, safety checks on road to Bangkok

Battery debris remained on the left lane of the road, with smoke and flames still being reported.

North Korean club to play rare football match in South Korea

Modi eyes milestone win as key Indian states begin vote counts

Exit polls at the end of voting last week showed the BJP holding a slight edge over Ms Banerjee’s party.

Duffy: Energy prices will drop 'once the Strait opens'

Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said Sunday that energy prices will go down after the Strait of Hormuz, which has been closed amid the U.S. conflict against Iran, is opened again. “Well, listen, so I'm at [the Department of Transportation (DOT)], I'm not in the energy

Modi’s Hindu right targets gains in India’s elections: What to know

The results on May 4 will set the landscape before national elections in 2029.

Price wars, tech wars: China’s auto bloodbath rages on

I’m in love with my car Gotta feel for my automobile Get a grip on my boy racer rollbar Such a thrill when your radials squeal – Queen After attending the Auto China 2024 exhibition in Beijing, this writer declared that “industrial blood-sport had returned – this time in a far

Far East Film Festival: Taichi Kimura’s ‘Fujiko’ Wins Top Prize

Kim Jong-woo, Kim Shin-wan and Cho Chul-young's searing documentary 'The Seoul Guardians' took the Silver Mulberry Award.

South Korean embassy accused of mismanagement at K-Culture event in Pakistan

Visitors claim event officials misled them to believe event was cancelled; embassy denies allegations.

‘Euphoria’ Season 3 Episode 4’s Biggest Moments, From Cassie Leveling Up Her OnlyFans to Rue Becoming a Snitch for the Feds

SPOILER ALERT: This story contains spoilers for “Kitty Likes to Dance,” Season 3 Episode 4 of “Euphoria,” now streaming on HBO Max. Three episodes in, and this season of “Euphoria” has already been a doozy. Just last week, Cassie (Sydney Sweeney) and Nate (Jacob Elordi) had

Europe, Canada leaders hold Yerevan talks in Trump's shadow

European leaders and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney gather in Armenia Monday as they seek to navigate a fraught geopolitical environment under an unpredictable White House. US President Donald Trump will loom large over the meeting of the European Political Community

Malaria cases hit record high in Indonesia as elimination challenges persist

Indonesia’s Health Ministry recorded 706,000 malaria cases across the archipelago in 2025.

Trump says US to help ships stranded in Strait of Hormuz as tanker hit by projectiles

By Parisa Hafezi and Jacob Bogage DUBAI/DORAL, Florida, May 4 (Reuters) - A tanker reported being hit by unknown projectiles in the Strait of Hormuz, a maritime security organisation said on Monday, shortly after President Donald Trump said the U.S. would start helping free

NTSB to investigate United plane that struck pole on NJ Turnpike

The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) on Sunday said it will investigate a United Airlines plane that struck a pole on the New Jersey Turnpike. “The National Transportation Safety Board has launched an investigation into Sunday’s incident involving United Airlines

Steam week in review: Another online shooter winds down weeks after launch, as robot cowboys take over

All the interesting Steam facts for the week ending May 3.

'No pilgrims': regional war hushes Iraq's holy cities

In Iraq's holy city of Najaf, the majestic shrine of Imam Ali stands quiet, its vast courtyards no longer echoing with the multilingual whispers of pilgrims from before the Middle East war. The absence of tourists leaves nearby shopkeepers and hotel owners with little to do,

Australian inquiry opens public hearings into Bondi Beach shooting

Members of Sydney’s Jewish community are expected to talk about their experience of anti-Semitism.

Philippines accuses Chinese ships of illegal marine research

The Philippine Coast Guard said it will deploy aircraft and vessels to drive away the Chinese ships.

Pregnant South Korean woman loses baby after she was turned away by 6 hospitals

She was taken to hospital by helicopter 3½ hours after she initially called emergency services.

‘I hate Chinese’: South Korean man gets suspended term for drunken racist outbursts

The man was found guilty of assault and destruction of property for two separate cases in 2025.

South Korean woman and boyfriend jailed for stealing her dead husband’s ashes

The remains were later discarded by the defendants.

Malaysia ramps up biodiesel use amid soaring energy bills

Rising fuel subsidies and global supply disruptions are pushing the country to accelerate biodiesel adoption.

Asian stocks track Wall Street tech rally as Seoul, Taipei hit records

Investors were also cheered by news that Iran had submitted fresh proposals to end its war with the United States.

McDonald’s is quietly ditching a popular in-store feature nationwide

McDonald’s has shut down self-serve soda fountains from their restaurants nationwide.

US calls Taiwan ‘trusted and capable’ partner, praises its ties with Eswatini

Eswatini is one of just 12 countries with formal diplomatic ties to Taiwan.

US calls Taiwan 'trusted and capable' partner, praises its ties with Eswatini

TAIPEI, May 4 - Taiwan is a \"trusted and capable\" partner of the United States and Taipei's global relationships, including with Eswatini, provide significant benefits, the U.S. State Department said of President Lai Ching-te's trip to the southern African kingdom.

Marvel once caused a problem for Capcom by insisting 'Juggernaut can't jump'

He did walk over a chasm, but was possessed by an Asgardian spirit at the time.

Our first EV holiday gave us ‘range anxiety’. But our fears were soon left in the rearview mirror | Paul Daley

In an electric vehicle you quickly learn when you can gun the engine, how to use the many apps – and how to enjoy the time while the car is charging I quickly discovered two important things when recently taking a three week drive over several thousand kilometres in an electric

Israel court extends detention of two Gaza flotilla activists

An Israeli court on Sunday extended for two days the detention of two foreign activists from a Gaza-bound flotilla, who were brought to Israel for questioning, a rights group representing them said. The flotilla of more than 50 vessels had set sail from France, Spain and Italy

Trump goes after Jeffries after Supreme Court voting rights comments: 'Isn't he subject to Impeachment?'

President Trump went after House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-N.Y.) over a comment he made following a recent Supreme Court decision on the Voting Rights Act. “Hakeem Jeffries, a Low IQ individual, said our Supreme Court is ‘illegitimate.’ After saying such a thing, isn’t

Malaysia’s anti-graft agency to quiz ex-minister Rafizi Ramli over deal with British chip giant Arm

The probe relates to irregularities around semiconductor investments worth over $350 million.

GameStop makes $55.5bn takeover offer for eBay

GameStop's boss Ryan Cohen says he sees potential to make eBay a much bigger rival to Amazon.

Eva Longoria and ‘House of the Spirits’ Showrunners on the Magic and the Realism That Brought Isabel Allende’s Beloved Novel to Amazon

There was both magic and realism involved for the Chilean creatives Francisca Alegría and Fernanda Urrejola, who brought Isabel Allende’s beloved novel “The House of the Spirits” to the screen as a limited series for Amazon Prime Video. Alegría and Urrejola and “House of the

30 years later, The Craft is still the best witch movie of all time

The Craft remains undefeated. Here's why.

Pfizer Stock: Still Priced Like It's Dead Money

Federal Reserve official says Iran war limits central bank’s ability to provide rate guidance

Given the risks and the uncertainty around all aspects of the war, Kashkari said the Fed may even have to raise rates.

Ripple Exec Disappoints XRP Bulls: 'If $10,000 XRP Was Real, It Would Already Be $20'

UK's national soil database released as open-access repository

Cranfield University has launched a new soil and environmental online database and mapping tool, opening up detailed information about land in England and Wales. In collaboration with Defra, Cranfield's Land Information System (LandISPortal)—which includes the National Soil Map