Bus-tanker crash kills 16 in Indonesia: disaster official
Four people were hospitalised, three of them with serious burns.
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Malaysia to impose new rules on imports of electric vehicles assembled overseas from July
The government had previously granted a full import and excise duty exemption from January 2022 to December 2025.
US report says fuel supply was switched off in 2022 China Eastern crash
SHANGHAI, May 6 - The U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) released data this week indicating the fuel supply to both engines of a China Eastern Airlines flight was switched off before the jet plunged into a hillside in southern China in March 2022, killing all 132
Indonesia eyeing e-commerce ban for those under 16, says minister
The Indonesian ban initially targeted eight “high risk” platforms.
Philippines first to lose a grip on Iran war-stoked inflation
TOKYO — The Philippines’ shock inflation spike in April is a serious warning sign — an economic canary in the coal mine that shouldn’t be ignored. The 7.2% year-on-year jump is roughly double the first-quarter 3.4% growth rate. Clearly, the Philippines falling into the
G7 trade talks target critical minerals as US-EU tariff rift strains unity
PARIS, May 6 - Group of Seven trade ministers meeting in Paris on Wednesday sought common ground on securing critical mineral supplies that are dominated by China, but fresh U.S. tariff threats against European Union-made cars risked straining unity.
China condemns Eswatini for being 'kept and fed' by Taiwan in travel row
China and Taiwan have long traded accusations of "dollar diplomacy" to win support from developing countries.
Japan fires missile in joint drill with US and allies in northern Philippines, facing South China Sea
Japan's Self-Defense Forces fired an anti-ship missile at a decommissioned Philippine Navy ship about 75km off the coast of Paoay in the northern Philippines, which faces the South China Sea.
China calls for Strait to be reopened 'as soon as possible' in Iran talks
Wang Yi is holding talks with Iran's foreign minister Aragchi who is on his first trip to China since the war began.
Cambodia says strife in South-east Asia could crimp energy crisis response
Internal friction over tension between Thailand and Cambodia has complicated the energy crisis.
China condemns Eswatini for being ‘kept and fed’ by Taiwan in travel row
Former Swaziland is one of just 12 countries with formal diplomatic ties to Taiwan.
Japan fires missile in joint drill with US, allies in northern Philippines, facing South China Sea
The drill took place as Manila and Tokyo began talks on a potential defence equipment transfer.
Rubio is right about Iran’s economic nuke — that’s the problem
A German naval vessel named the Fulda is in the Mediterranean, ready to do the one thing without which the Strait of Hormuz cannot physically reopen: find and clear the mines Iran planted and has since lost track of, the ones the US Pentagon told Congress could take six months
Middle East conflict set to test ASEAN unity as leaders gather in Cebu for summit
Tensions involving Iran and the Strait of Hormuz have disrupted energy supply chains, raising fresh risks for Southeast Asia.
Stepfather of boy found dead in Kyoto served murder warrant
Police suspect the stepfather strangled the boy in a public restroom around late March.
South Korea suspends review of Trump’s call to participate in ‘Project Freedom’
South Korea has been cautious about becoming too directly embroiled in the Middle East conflict.
Four killed in post-election unrest in India’s West Bengal
Police said clashes between rival party supporters erupted in state capital Kolkata.
Courting anxious allies, Japan pitches stability and strength in Asia
Japanese PM Takaichi seemed eager to tap growing anxiety in Asia and Australia over Beijing.
Japan strikes combat role in South China Sea in post-war pivot
Shared concerns over China have drawn Manila and Tokyo together.
Iran foreign minister meets Chinese counterpart a week before Trump's Beijing trip
BEIJING, May 6 - Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi met China's top diplomat in Beijing on Wednesday, underscoring close ties between the two countries shortly before U.S. President Donald Trump is scheduled to travel to meet with Xi Jinping.
Syrian forces detain Uzbek fighters in security sweep
LONDON, May 6 - Syrian forces have arrested Uzbek fighters during a security sweep in the northwest, after a dispute involving one of them escalated into protests outside a government security facility, two Syrian security officials said.
Modi, Lam meet as India and Vietnam deepen AI, defence ties
This comes as Washington remain unpredictable and the Iran war continues to disrupt trade.
Bangkok set to be ASEAN’s hottest major city by 2050, with temperatures crossing 38 deg C: Report
By 2050, the number of days when temperatures exceed 35 deg C is expected to rise to 120 a year.
Iran’s Foreign Minister meets Chinese counterpart before Trump’s Beijing trip
Before the war, China bought more than 80 per cent of Iran’s shipped oil.
How China quietly erased Taiwan from coffee’s world stage
When Bala stepped onto the podium in San Diego in April, holding the trophy for the 2026 World Latte Art Championship, the backdrop behind him said “Luckin Coffee” — the Chinese chain that was an official sponsor of the event. He had just poured a raccoon, a giraffe and red
North Korea drops references to unification from constitution
The revision codifies leader Kim Jong Un’s push to treat the two Koreas as separate states.
Iran says it wants a 'comprehensive agreement' with US
May 6 - Iran will only accept \"a fair and comprehensive agreement\" in its negotiations with the U.S. on ending the war in the Middle East, its foreign minister said on Wednesday, as President Donald Trump cited \"great progress\" in the process.
Three tourists detained in Bali over alleged online sex ring operations on island
Officials discovered a website allegedly advertising sexual services involving foreign nationals.
Child protection workers stood down after alleged murder of Australian girl
The 5-year-old was found dead five days after she went missing from an Aboriginal town camp in Alice Springs.
China to probe deadly fireworks factory blast
Smoke still billowed from the plant two days after a powerful explosion on May 4.
North Korea revises constitution to drop references to unification of Korean Peninsula
SEOUL, May 6 - North Korea has revised its constitution to define its territory as bordering South Korea and remove references to reunification, according to a draft of the text reviewed by Reuters, codifying leader Kim Jong Un’s push to treat the two Koreas as separate states.
North Korea drops references to unification with South from Constitution
The revised Constitution also includes a new clause delineating North Korea’s territory.
Free eSIM, transit cards among month-long rail booking perks for tourists in South Korea
The campaign will run through June 3.
Vietnam launches fresh crackdown on online piracy under threat of US tariffs
Ministries were told to boost detection of copyright infringement by at least 20 per cent in May.
AI chiefs in a big ‘jobocalypse’ messaging swerve
Something big happened in the world of AI the other day: Sam Altman, founder and CEO of OpenAI, and probably the person who’s most commonly regarded as the face of the industry, declared that the purpose of AI is not to take people’s jobs: And he recently called AI CEOs
US to close consulate in Pakistan’s Peshawar citing safety concerns
The US embassy in Islamabad will handle all diplomatic engagement with Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province.
US to close consulate in Pakistan's Peshawar citing safety concerns
PESHAWAR, Pakistan, May 6 - The United States will close its consulate in Pakistan's Peshawar, citing the safety of its diplomats, the State Department said in a statement published on Tuesday.
China’s J-35AE for Pakistan risks nuclear escalation with India
China may be preparing to supply Pakistan with a stealth fighter that could give Islamabad a new edge in striking deep into India—and unsettle an already fragile nuclear balance. This month, the South China Morning Post (SCMP) reported that China’s state broadcaster has
Australia, US, then Japan: What’s behind Indonesia’s flurry of defence deals?
The agreements signal a more active Indonesia, but questions remain over delivery and direction.
Malaysia’s anti-graft agency vows to recover more high-value art bought with 1MDB scandal funds
A total of 12 pieces of artwork linked to 1MDB have been identified, with eight yet to be recovered.
Bondi Beach mass shooting accused faces 19 extra charges
Akram, who is being held in a high-security prison, is yet to indicate how he will plead.
Philippines urges Myanmar to grant ASEAN envoy access to Aung San Suu Kyi
The Philippines said access for ASEAN's special envoy would support engagement with all stakeholders and advance inclusive national dialogue.
Cambodian PM’s cousin says he owned 30% stake in scam-linked firm
He said he did not receive any profits, dividends or assets from the firm, Huione Pay.
Renowned Indian film producer RB Choudary dies in car crash after attending relative’s wedding
The veteran film producer, who founded the film production and distribution company Super Good Films, has been a prominent name in Tamil and Telugu cinema since the 1980s.
