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G7 finance ministers explore responses to Iran war fallout
PARIS, May 19 - France's finance minister urged the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank to do more to help countries most vulnerable to the fallout from the Middle East conflict, as he hosted ministers from the G7 and other countries in Paris on Tuesday.
Tiananmen activist defends advocacy at Hong Kong trial
Chow Hang-tung, 41, is standing trial for “incitement to subversion” along with Lee Cheuk-yan, 69.
What's at stake in Armenia's June election?
May 19 - Armenia holds a parliamentary election on June 7 that pits the governing Civil Contract party, which is pursuing closer ties with the West, against an array of opposition parties, many of which are pro-Russian.
Malaysia seeks over US$251 million in compensation from Norwegian firm over scrapped missile deal: Minister
This comes after Norway confirmed that it had revoked the naval strike missile system’s export licences, citing tighter restrictions on some of its “most sensitive” defence technologies and saying that exports would be limited to its “allies and closest partners”.
Starbucks Korea head fired after 'Tank Day' promotion sparks public uproar
SEOUL, May 19 - The head of Starbucks Korea has been fired after a marketing campaign sparked public outrage and boycott calls for evoking painful memories of a brutal military crackdown on pro-democracy protesters in 1980.
Malaysia seeks more than $321 million from Norway over axed defence deal
Oslo had abruptly cancelled export approvals for a naval strike missile system.
Malaysia seeks more than $250 million from Norway over axed defence deal
KUALA LUMPUR, May 19 - Malaysia's defence minister on Tuesday said a notice has been sent to Norway seeking compensation of more than 1 billion ringgit ($251.76 million), after Oslo abruptly cancelled export approvals for a naval strike missile system intended for Malaysian
Thai Cabinet approves more than $7.8b in new borrowing to finance subsidy scheme for consumers
.The scheme will cover about 43 million people over four months.
Gaza aid flotilla says Israeli forces intercepted 41 vessels, 10 still sailing
ISTANBUL, May 19 - The organisers of an aid flotilla bound for Gaza said on Tuesday Israeli forces had intercepted 41 of their boats in the eastern Mediterranean, with 10 vessels still sailing toward the enclave.
Indonesian authorities using online disinformation campaigns to target critics, Amnesty says
JAKARTA, May 19 - Indonesian authorities, including the military, used online disinformation campaigns to brand activists and journalists as \"foreign agents\" and silence dissent, sometimes leading to physical threats, Amnesty International said in a report released on Tuesday.
Iran says peace proposal includes reparations for war damage, US troop withdrawal
DUBAI, May 19 - Tehran's latest peace proposal to the United States involves ending hostilities on all fronts including Lebanon, the exit of U.S. forces from areas close to Iran, and reparations for destruction caused by the U.S.-Israeli war, state media reported on Tuesday.
Russia conducts major nuclear drills
MOSCOW, May 19 - Russia on Tuesday begins three days of nuclear drills that will include the launch of ballistic and cruise missiles, the defence ministry said.
Residents in Terengganu village on edge as hungry sun bear targets livestock
The bear had also preyed on other domesticated animals belonging to villagers.
Pain for clicks: Inside China’s violent ‘PK livestreaming’ craze despite crackdowns
Chinese authorities are cracking down on violent livestreaming content but eliminating the issue will be hard, experts say, as social media sites still profit from such spectacle.
Taiwan ‘cautiously optimistic’ about US arms sales, defence minister says
Weapons sales are important for maintaining peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait, said Mr Wellington Koo.
Taiwan 'cautiously optimistic' about US arms sales, defence minister says
TAIPEI, May 19 - Taiwan Defence Minister Wellington Koo on Tuesday said he was \"cautiously optimistic\" about arms sales from the U.S., after President Donald Trump said he was still considering whether to go ahead with new sales to the Chinese-claimed island.
Samsung, union narrow some differences as major strike nears
The two sides are trying to hash out a deal on bonus payments before 48,000 workers go on strike.
At least 10 killed as heavy rains drench southern, central China
Authorities said they were launching emergency responses in several affected areas.
Seoul Subway app revamped to improve access for foreign riders
It now has expanded language support, including for live updates.
Indonesian government critics targeted by lies, violence: Amnesty
Amnesty said Indonesia’s government is taking an “authoritarian” turn under Prabowo Subianto.
Singaporean tourist rescued by helicopter in S. Korea after allegedly entering restricted area
The 60-year-old Singaporean had allegedly entered the restricted zone of Sanbangsan Mountain on Jeju island.
Xi hosts Russian President Putin in Beijing days after Trump: What to know
Putin is a regular visitor to China and has met Xi dozens of times.
Thailand steps up mpox surveillance after two new cases
Since the beginning of 2026, six cases have been reported in Thailand, with no deaths.
Indonesia signed letter but made no commitment to US on airspace access, Defence Minister says
The issue of overflight access created controversy in Indonesia in April.
Four teenagers attack e-hailing driver in Malaysia’s Melaka state over fare
The suspects were two boys aged 15 and 17, and two girls aged 14. They have been arrested.
Taiwan opposition vote to impeach president fails
The number of votes in favour was below the minimum two-thirds needed.
KL High Court finds blogger liable for defaming former Penang chief minister Lim Guan Eng, son
The blogger was ordered to pay RM200,000 (S$64,359) in damages to Mr Lim and RM80,000 to Mr Clint Lim.
Hanoi hits the brakes on petrol bike ban
Motorbikes are ubiquitous in Hanoi and they outnumber cars roughly seven to one.
Starbucks Korea sacks CEO over controversial 'Tank Day' promotion
Starbucks withdrew the campaign for its drink tumblers after many said it referenced a bloody crackdown.
Bali increases surveillance for hantavirus
All entry gates into Bali, including seaports and airports, are tightly monitored
Ebola virus: Thailand tracks travellers from high-risk areas, puts hospitals on alert
Thailand has not detected any Ebola cases, but surveillance has been stepped up as a precaution.
Taiwan says China's military actions are greatest source of regional instability
TAIPEI/BEIJING, May 19 - China is the greatest source of regional unease and instability due to its ongoing military activities, Taiwan's Premier Cho Jung-tai said on Tuesday, as the Chinese navy announced it had sent a carrier task force into the Western Pacific for training.
Dead elephant discovered in Sabah forest reserve with head hacked off
Rangers would conduct a post-mortem soon to confirm the cause of death.
Taiwan says China’s military actions are greatest source of regional instability
Taiwan’s Premier Cho Jung-tai expressed concern about what China was up to.
Marcos says Philippines would be involved in any Taiwan conflict
The Philippine leader’s comments come ahead of a state visit to Japan next week.
Trump told Taiwan not to 'go independent' - but does it want to?
Taiwan independence is the reddest of red lines for China, which claims the island as its own.
Australia secures more jet fuel from China, urea from Brunei
The government said more than 600,000 barrels, or about 100 million litres, of jet fuel would arrive from early June.
Not so rosy: Flower growers battle stormy weather in Malaysia
Persistent downpours have hit flower growers hard, affecting harvests, driving up costs and weakening demand.
Record low rupiah sparks memes, call for bank official to resign
The rupiah fell to a record low last week, trading at around 17,600 rupiah for US$1.
Australia’s farmers, hit by Iran war costs and dry weather, grow less wheat
Australia may harvest up to 40% less wheat, with global supply set to tighten.
Indonesia heightens Ebola surveillance at border checkpoints after WHO’s global emergency alert
There is no approved vaccine or specific treatment for the Bundibugyo strain, which is causing the current outbreak.
Starbucks Korea head fired after promotion sparks public uproar
SEOUL, May 19 - South Korea's food conglomerate Shinsegae Group has fired the head of Starbucks Korea after a promotion campaign sparked public uproar on the anniversary of pro-democracy protests.