‘Those with determination will succeed’: Japan PM Takaichi cites Chinese saying in ambitious speech
She vowed to grow the economy through responsible fiscal policy and industrial dominance.
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China, Philippines trade accusations over South China Sea aircraft encounter
China accused a Philippine military aircraft of illegally entering airspace over the disputed area in the South China Sea, while Manila said a Chinese fighter jet interfered with its routine patrol by repeatedly flying in close proximity.
Russia courts the Taliban without dropping Pakistan
I have watched Pakistan-Afghanistan relations long enough to distrust easy headlines, and last week’s news produced a few of them. At the Center-2026 (Tsentr-2026) war games in Russia’s Chelyabinsk region, Taliban officers stood among the foreign observers. Reports say it was
What the AI boom is actually doing for Americans
Paul Krugman is the greatest econ writer in the world, and also a legendary economist. But I sometimes feel that he has a blind spot when it comes to the value of new technologies. In 1998 he famously wrote: The growth of the Internet will slow drastically, as the flaw in
Thailand warns of more rain as flood death toll rises to 31
Thunderstorms, strong winds and heavy rain are expected across much of upper Thailand from Monday through Wednesday, increasing the risk of flash flooding, particularly in low-lying areas, the Thailand Meteorological Department said.
Myanmar military airstrikes on Rakhine displacement camps kill eight, rebel group says
Oct 5 - Myanmar military airstrikes on camps for internally displaced people in Rakhine State have killed eight people over two days, a rebel group and a youth association said on Monday, a week after an aerial attack in the same state killed 50.
Afghan Taliban says problems with Pakistan can be resolved through diplomacy
KABUL, Oct 5 - Problems affecting relations between neighbours Afghanistan and Pakistan can be resolved through dialogue and diplomacy, Afghan Taliban Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi said on Monday.
Pedestrians say runners around Tokyo’s Imperial Palace should be banned. This writer disagrees
Local authorities are urging mutual respect while mulling over tighter measures.
The US said China was priming a trade superweapon. Then it vanished
WENZHOU, China/TOKYO, Oct 5 - Four years ago, the United States warned that China was poised to unleash a trade superweapon: a state-backed digital dragnet that would rapidly expand across the globe and give Beijing unprecedented insight into the flow of international cargo.
US appeals court weighs Trump's block on Harvard research funding
Oct 5 - US President Donald Trump's administration will ask an appeals court on Monday to revive his effort to terminate more than $2 billion in grants awarded to Harvard University, a centerpiece of his broad campaign against the nation's richest and oldest university.
Johor to strengthen school safety measures after alleged murder of student in Yong Peng
The school where the victim was found dead was reportedly not equipped with CCTV cameras.
Behind in EVs, Toyota powering ahead with hydrogen vehicles
Hydrogen-powered passenger cars have been left far behind by electric vehicles and hybrids, but the hydrogen truck market is growing and new technology developed for auto racing is keeping hopes for hydrogen cars alive. Toyota and its European partners are in the vanguard of
Myanmar issues El Nino power outage warning
Many richer residents use generators in the heatwave, while the poorer citizens are left to swelter.
South Korea says border mine blast was caused by North Korea
SEOUL, Oct 5 - South Korea said on Monday that a recent border blast that seriously wounded two of its soldiers was caused by mines planted by North Korea.
Indonesia’s arms spree only the start of a modern military
Indonesia is buying the weapons of a modern military at a pace rarely seen in its recent history. Rafale fighter jets are entering service, and the country has contracted for 48 KAAN fighters from Turkey. The navy has taken delivery of two Italian PPA warships and commissioned
Thousands of Imran Khan supporters start march to Pakistani capital, party says
ISLAMABAD, Oct 5 - Thousands of supporters of Pakistan's jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan have started a long march to Islamabad to demand his release, his party said on Monday, amid deep divisions with the Pakistani leadership.
Myanmar says 10,000 migrants returned from Malaysia this year
Rights monitors have raised concerns that members of the Rohingya minority may be sent back to Myanmar, where they have faced violent persecution.
'Not again': Arrest of US marine for murder reignites protests in Japan's Okinawa
For many locals on this island, the arrest has brought decades of frustration back to the fore.
Malaysian government suspends Zetrix, MyEG as collection agents over unpaid RM314 million revenue
Malaysia's Transport Minister said the outstanding arrears began accumulating in May 2026.
Active social media use linked to loneliness among seniors: South Korean study
Elderly who prioritised social media over offline interaction had 1.89 times the odds of loneliness compared to non-users.
Vietnam busts cat-stealing ring that took 2,700 pets to be slaughtered for food
Consumption of dogs and cats is legal in Vietnam, but vendors are required to obtain certificates showing the origin of the animals.
Johor schoolgirl death: Malaysia education minister denies online claims surrounding case
Irene Sofiya Mohd Khairool Faisal, 16, was found unconscious and covered in blood in a school hall in Yong Peng last Saturday (Oct 3).
Japan leader voices outrage over alleged murder by US Marine
"The occurrence of such a heinous crime is extremely regrettable," said Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi.
Co-pilot planned flydubai attack before hired by airline, two Israeli officials say
JERUSALEM, Oct 5 - The flydubai co-pilot who stabbed his captain in an alleged attempt to crash the plane last week told UAE interrogators he planned the attack before being hired by the airline, according to two Israeli officials with knowledge of the probe.
Malaysia eyes permanent F1 return to Sepang, but it will ‘take time’: Anwar
"Have a business plan covering a minimum of five years, and we will support it," said Mohammed Ben Sulayem, president of Formula 1's governing body, the FIA.
$23,800 found in trash bag in South Korea goes to finder after owner fails to come forward
The money was hidden beneath clothing in five bundles of 50,000 won bills.
Beijing park's holiday caterpillar hunt targets 'forest food monster'
Some people have been spending their holiday hunting for fall webworm larvae, an invasive species the Beijing Wildlife Park has dubbed "the forest food monster".
Taipei mayor defends city’s inclusivity after gay bar raid sparks protests
The mayor, who faces re-election in November, said he deeply regretted “improper conduct” by the police.
Taipei mayor defends city's inclusivity after gay bar raid sparks protests
TAIPEI, Oct 5 - Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an on Monday defended the city as welcoming and inclusive after a police raid of a gay bar sparked protests by the LGBTQ+ community over alleged discrimination and official misconduct.
‘I don’t go to Cornell’: Online hunt for Korean defendant spills over to namesakes
Unrelated Asian men have been targeted in cases of mistaken identity, raising concerns over unchecked online sleuthing.
Supporters of jailed ex-PM Imran Khan begin march in Pakistan
Thousands have taken to the streets after talks between authorities and Khan's party ended in deadlock.
Japan PM calls China 'important neighbour', pledges stable relationship
Diplomatic relations between Japan and China have been at rock bottom since Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi suggested in November that Tokyo may intervene in any attack on the island of Taiwan, which Beijing claims as its territory.
Indonesia arrests 11 over suspected links to terrorist networks
The suspects were nabbed across the country in six provinces.
China buys time for its young scientists as US rations it
On September 19, Dou Xiankang, who heads the National Natural Science Foundation of China, described a grant that most young scientists anywhere would envy. Researchers under 35 will get 15 years of support. The money doubles after five years and doubles again after ten, and
Arrested US Marine in Okinawa sent to prosecutors amid outcry in Japan
The island prefecture of Okinawa hosts the bulk of US military installations in Japan.
US accuses California woman of spying for China, surveilling Taiwan leader's son
The 34-year-old woman was arrested before a planned departure to China.
EU, China to hold Beijing talks to avert trade war
The European Union has toughened its stance towards Beijing to defend businesses against what it believes is unfair competition in critical sectors including cars.
Japan eyes stronger border controls amid surging imports of low-priced goods bought online
Customs inspections have been unable to keep up with the increase in imports and influx of counterfeit goods.
China’s AI agents can lie and scheme – just like their US rivals
The review found no evidence that Chinese-powered agents independently escaped to the wider internet or evaded shutdown.
Sumatra rhino pregnancies nurse hope for endangered species’ future
There are fewer than 80 remaining in the wild.
Israeli authorities trade blame for failure to flag flydubai co-pilot
The incident has highlighted that Israel’s rules about the supervision of foreign airlines are complex.
Indonesia arrests 11 terrorism suspects in raids across six provinces
The authorities warned that extremist groups continue to recruit, raise funds and spread propaganda.
How India became dangerously addicted to Chinese imports
India’s toy shops provide an unlikely barometer by which to measure its economic relationship with China.
Paraguay opposition candidate wins Asuncion mayor's race in gauge of 2028 vote
ASUNCION, Oct 4 - The candidate for Paraguay's ruling Colorado Party lost the mayor's race in the country's capital on Sunday in municipal elections widely seen as a midterm test for the right-wing government ahead of the 2028 general election.
SoftBank’s Masayoshi Son has rare cautionary note on AI safety
Superintelligence in the wrong hands can become “super dangerous”, he said.
As Thailand cracks down on foreigners, a tourist paradise reconsiders its welcome
The tiny island of Koh Phangan is among the most popular tourist destinations in the region.
I want justice for my daughter, says father of girl found dead in Johor school
A 16-year-old boy was remanded for six days until Oct 9 to assist with ongoing investigations.
Forced to call him 'Dad': Trial over sexual abuse in disabled care home shocks South Korea
The BBC spoke to one of three residents at a care home who were sexually assaulted by a staff member.
