South Korea vows legal action over drone incursion into North
Seoul has denied any involvement in the recent incursion but has left open the possibility that civilians may have flown the drone, a position reiterated by its national security adviser.
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Cambodia to keep up crackdown on scam centres after arrest of alleged mastermind
Alleged scam centre kingpin Chen Zhi's arrest and extradition to China reflect the "firm commitment of Cambodia to combat the crime," said Cambodian Foreign Minister Prak Sokhonn.
Japan regulator to pause review of Chubu Electric nuclear plant, seeks report
It set a March 31 deadline for the utility to provide findings on the cause of misconduct.
AI changing the face, surging the profits of crypto scams
In 2025, cryptocurrency scams received at least US$14 billion on-chain, a significant increase from the $9.9 billion we first reported in 2024, which reached $12 billion at our recalculation as of this writing – a number that was broadly in line with our projected $12.4 billion
Jamming to the same beat: Japan, S. Korea leaders signal unity amid shared challenges
The two countries’ shared economic and security concerns necessitate both leaders putting national interests first.
Radioactive zinc shipment stranded for months now in ‘safe’ location in Philippines
Indonesian authorities “re-exported” the 23 containers after discovering traces of radioactive Caesium-137.
Man arrested over son’s death in washing machine in Japan
Police believe the boy was in the washing machine for around 20 minutes.
K-pop drum duet between Japan and South Korea's leaders caps off summit talks
Leaders of the two East Asian nations played drums to hits from BTS and KPop Demon Hunters.
A Dubai chocolate-inspired dessert has taken S Korea by storm
Shops are selling hundreds of cookies within minutes as the frenzy sends prices of ingredients surging.
Cambodia to keep up crackdown on scam centres after arrest of alleged mastermind Chen Zhi
Chen heads the Prince Group conglomerate, which is based out of Cambodia.
Several passengers injured after Etihad plane hits turbulence over Phuket
Phuket International Airport has not released specific details about the injuries.
Hong Kong’s plunging births risk worsening demographic pressure
The slump in the number of newborns ends a two-year growth trend.
Selangor says no permits issued for LGBTQ-linked retreat even as organiser cancels event ‘on safety grounds’
The two-day “Glamping with Pride” retreat organised by advocacy group Jejaka was scheduled to take place from Jan 17 to 18 in Hulu Langat.
Beijing won its war for blue skies but villagers are paying the price
Across Hebei province, villagers are confronting the full cost of China's push for cleaner air.
Japan PM Takaichi set to call February snap election: Media
The most likely election date is Feb 8.
'Are you dead?' Chinese app for single living goes viral
HONG KONG, Jan 14 - An app called \"Are you dead\" targeted at people living alone has gone viral in China, with surging downloads and widespread commentary on social media, prompting the company to introduce a subscription fee and change its name for a global audience.
Philippine landfill collapse: Cebu City placed under state of calamity as death toll climbs to 13
The declaration allows a disaster management fund to be used for ongoing rescue operations.
Japan and South Korea leaders got jamming to K-pop beats, social media buzzes with jokes and praises
Drawing a parallel with bilateral ties, South Korean President Lee Jae Myung said on X that South Korea and Japan had learned to respect each other's differences and adjust to one another's rhythm, deepening cooperation over time.
Bangkok wakes up to toxic air choking central business districts
Toxic smog has become Bangkok’s annual public-health emergency during colder months.
Crane falls on train in Thailand's northeast, killing 22 people
The crane, which was working on a high-speed rail project, had collapsed and hit the passenger train, causing it to derail and briefly catch fire.
At least 12 killed after crane falls on train in Thailand's northeast
BANGKOK, Jan 14 - A train traveling from Thailand's capital to the country's northeast was derailed on Wednesday after a construction crane fell on top of one of its carriages, killing at least 12 people and injuring at least 30, police said.
New Zealand central bank governor faces backlash for Fed solidarity
WELLINGTON, Jan 14 - New Zealand's Foreign Minister Winston Peters on Wednesday publicly rebuked the country's new central bank governor for signing a statement alongside other global central bank chiefs in support of Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell.
At least 25 killed after crane falls on train in Thailand’s north-east, police say
About 80 people were injured.
At least 22 killed after crane falls on train in Thailand’s north-east
The fire has been extinguished and rescue work is now under way.
Jakarta sinks deeper as subsidence worsens flood risks
A recent assessment estimates that Jakarta’s land is sinking at an average rate of 3.5cm per year.
Taiwan issues arrest warrant for CEO of OnePlus over China hires
OnePlus is a niche player whose phones run on a customised version of Android.
Malaysian girl with werewolf syndrome adjusting to pre-school life
It is an extremely rare condition characterised by excessive hair growth.
BTS member V hits record 70 million followers on Instagram
He is the first male celebrity in Korea to achieve the feat.
Japan will not comment on BOJ's absence in joint Powell statement
TOKYO, Jan 14 - Japan declined on Wednesday to comment on the Bank of Japan's absence from a statement by other central banks supporting U.S. Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell, following the Trump administration's threat of criminal indictment.
Man who filled Singapore car with subsidised RON95 petrol in Johor fined US$2,200 for obscuring number plate
Long Sa Kow, who is a 63-year-old Singapore permanent resident, pleaded guilty to obscuring the registration number plate of this car.
Vocal Hong Kong activist investor David Webb dies at 60
His probes into corporate malfeasance triggered regulatory probes in the city’s financial industry.
India presses quick-commerce firms to end 10-minute deliveries
There are concerns that ultra-tight deadlines are worsening safety and working conditions for gig workers.
Malaysia eyes bigger role in rare earths, but industry players warn ambitions may outpace reality
More than 16 million tonnes of rare earth deposits are believed to lie beneath forest reserves and mountain ranges across Peninsular Malaysia.
Genocide case before international court ‘flawed and unfounded’, says Myanmar govt
The Gambia has accused Myanmar’s junta of committing genocide against the Rohingya in a 2017 crackdown.
Iraqi officials arrest man wanted by Australian police as ‘No. 1 priority’
The man was a person of interest in the probe into the arson attack on Adass Israel Synagogue in Melbourne.
Iraqi officials arrest man wanted by Australian police as 'number one priority'
SYDNEY, Jan 14 - Iraqi officials have arrested a man wanted by Australian Federal Police as a person of interest in the investigation into a spate of firebombings, including an antisemitic attack on a Melbourne synagogue, police said on Wednesday.
China-Japan row signals new era of ‘wolf warrior’ diplomacy
Japan’s new prime minister, Takaichi Sanae, has triggered a diplomatic crisis with China by suggesting that a Chinese invasion of Taiwan could prompt a Japanese military response. Beijing has reacted with an aggressive campaign that ranges from incendiary social media posts to
Singapore PR pleads guilty to displaying false licence plate after RON95 petrol incident goes viral
But Malaysian Long Sa Kow argued that he did not alter his car plate.
Singapore PR fined nearly $3k in Kulai over concealed number plate after viral RON95 petrol incident
Malaysian Long Sa Kow had concealed part of his number plate to pump the subsidised petrol.
Why Japan is right to restart its nuclear reactors
Japan’s decision to restart nuclear reactors heralds a major shift in its approach to addressing multifaceted challenges. For an economy that recorded its first real GDP contraction in six quarters, the move could strengthen economic resilience, enhance energy security and
At this office park in Myanmar, scamming the world was the business
Shunda Park opened for business in 2024 with more than 3,500 workers from nearly 30 nations.
Freeing Iran requires a push from the US – and fast
Americans and the other free nations are watching Iran and many are rooting for the Iranians who have risen up against the repressive regime that has ruled harshly since 1979 – and caused no end of trouble for the United States. But it’s going to take more than protests and
Inside Myanmar’s scam complex’s detailed playbook
More than 3,500 fraudsters from dozens of countries worked at Shunda, a scam complex.
