Philippines' Marcos says 'perhaps time to revisit nuclear energy'
The remarks came as the government grapples with soaring electricity prices and inflation fuelled by the Middle East conflict.
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Bali bans Dutch expats whose run club allegedly excluded Indonesians
The two men, who are accused of favouring foreigners for their events, allegedly violated immigration laws.
Philippines’ Marcos puts anti-graft campaign at centre of address to Congress
He said he was “not the president of my family” or his friends.
Philippines' Marcos puts anti-graft campaign at centre of address to Congress
MANILA, July 27 - Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. said on Monday he was \"not the president of my family\" and \"not the president of my friends\" as he vowed to press ahead with an anti-corruption drive that could see multiple charges filed against his cousin, former
Customer data from India’s Bank of Baroda leaked online, source and researcher say
The breach involved a compromised employee e-mail account, which resulted in “unauthorised access to certain data”.
Timeline-India's youth protests force exam reforms after education minister quits
NEW DELHI, July 27 - India's federal government on Monday introduced a bill in parliament to amend the law governing public examinations, days after protests by the \"cockroach\" movement forced the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.
Hundreds of thousands rally in Taipei over tainted cooking oil scandal: Organisers
More than 200,000 people gathered on Ketagalan Boulevard to demand answers over the government’s handling of the scandal, after over 500 products linked to contaminated soybean oil were pulled from shelves earlier this month.
How is India reforming its public exam system after massive youth protests?
NEW DELHI, July 27 - Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government introduced a bill in parliament on Monday proposing changes to India's law governing public examinations, the latest in a series of steps to reform the system after paper leaks in May triggered weeks-long youth
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr says ‘perhaps time to revisit nuclear energy’
He said nuclear power might hold answers for a country paying the highest electricity prices in the region.
Bank Indonesia chief’s resignation signals a deep, hidden crisis
JAKARTA – Bank Indonesia Governor Perry Warjiyo’s abrupt resignation marks a watershed moment for Southeast Asia’s largest economy. Coming midway through his second five-year term, Warjiyo’s departure — tendered for personal reasons and quickly accepted by President Prabowo
‘Grumpy’ Pallas’ kittens on display at Japan zoo
They are not commonly displayed at zoos as they are relatively more sensitive to infections.
Japanese military officer indicted over Chinese Embassy trespass, threats
Kodai Murata was determined by the authorities to be of sound mind, and will be held accountable.
North Korea’s Kim Jong Un marks war anniversary with daughter by his side
South Korea's NIS believes his daughter, Ju Ae, has been positioned as his successor.
North Korea's Kim Jong Un marks war anniversary with daughter by his side
SEOUL, July 27 - North Korean leader Kim Jong Un paid respects at war memorials marking the 73rd anniversary of the Korean War armistice, state media KCNA reported on Monday, with his daughter joining him for the first time at the commemorations.
Johor to introduce sporting event guidelines following footballer’s death
The proposed Johor Sports Event Policy would introduce minimum safety requirements.
India activists demand release of detained ‘cockroach’ protesters
The online Cockroach Janta Party said they had received reports of students held in detention.
India suspends policeman for firing AK-47 at student protesters
Senior Bihar police official Nilesh Kumar said all sorts of actions will be taken against the constable.
India activists demand release of detained 'cockroach' protesters
The Cockroach Janta Party accused the government of backtracking after the authorities had assured them that no punitive action would be taken against protesters.
What Britain's new government means for ASEAN and Asia
Britain's new government has signalled ASEAN will be central to its Asia strategy, even as it balances closer engagement with China and India against its longstanding alliance with the United States.
Japan zoo’s Punch the monkey celebrates 1st birthday
More than 2,500 birthday cards for him were sent to the zoo from home and abroad.
South Korea’s heatwave to continue until early August
A heatwave emergency warning for several south-eastern regions has been issued.
After Pakistan judge killing, a fight over who claims it
Modern terrorist attacks no longer end when the shooting stops. Increasingly, a second battle begins immediately afterward: the struggle over who receives credit. In an era of encrypted communications, instant messaging and digital propaganda, attaching an organization’s name
South Korea court gives ex-President Yoon suspended jail term for violating election law
Yoon's political party may have to return 39.7 billion won (S$34.85 million) in election expenses.
The South China Sea consensus no ASEAN chair can move
The Philippines came into the 2026 ASEAN chairmanship with the strongest possible hand on the South China Sea. It held the pen on the communique. It had built new domestic legal infrastructure and secured bilateral partner commitments. The ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Meeting (AMM)
No appeal by Network School operator so far, says Johor executive councillor
Network School was no longer allowed to operate after it was found to be in breach of the law.
Dutch organisers of foreigner-only running club in Bali banned from Indonesia
The running club said some locals were rejected due to an error in its automated approval process.
Australian right-wing leader Pauline Hanson loses appeal in racial discrimination case
SYDNEY, July 27 - An Australian court on Monday rejected an appeal from right-wing leader Pauline Hanson to overturn a ruling that she racially discriminated against a Muslim senator by telling her to \"piss off back to Pakistan\".
Crop failures threaten Indonesia as dry season drags on
The country is expected to see a longer dry season in 2026 because of the heightened impacts of El Nino.
What is CXMT, and how did it become China’s DRAM champion?
CXMT became China's most valuable listed company following a 470 per cent surge in shares on July 27.
China’s zero-tariff play aims to lock in African loyalty
China’s expanding zero-tariff access for 63 lower-income countries — 53 of them African — is far more than a developmental courtesy or a technical adjustment of customs schedules. It is a deliberate geostrategic lever in Beijing’s long-term competition with the United States
Explosion, second suspected bomb found in Philippine capital before Marcos speech
It was not immediately clear how large the early morning blast near the justice ministry had been.
Japan's 'King Kazu', 59, scores first goal for four years
Kazuyoshi Miura made his professional debut in 1986 and signed for Fukushima United on loan in January.
China’s Fields Medals triumph raises bigger math questions
When Hong Wang and Yu Deng received Fields Medals at the International Congress of Mathematicians in Philadelphia on July 23, they became the first citizens of the People’s Republic of China to hold mathematics’ highest honor in its 90-year history. Wang is also only the third
Tourists evacuated from China’s Jiuzhaigou World Heritage site after mudslides, heavy rain
China issued its highest alert for flash floods across multiple provinces.
Stranded tourists evacuated from China's famed Jiuzhaigou World Heritage site after mudslides, heavy rain
HONG KONG, July 27 - China evacuated stranded tourists from the UNESCO World Heritage site of Jiuzhaigou on Monday after mudslides triggered by heavy rain, state broadcaster CCTV reported, as authorities issued the highest flash-flood alert for parts of the country in the wake
Chinese chipmaker shares surge nearly 470% in blockbuster stock market debut
The company's shares soared by nearly 470% in its market debut, as the AI boom drives chip demand.
Myanmar military escalates civilian killings, monitor warns, amid diplomatic push
It launched renewed offensives into border regions, including an area with rare earth deposits.
AI’s ceiling: intelligence, too, faces diminishing returns
“[I]ntelligence, that counterentropic conjoined twin of information, must become the most powerful force in the universe, the energy to which all other physical laws must eventually kneel…Intelligence was destiny, manifest.” — Ian McDonald, “Verthandi’s Ring” Not a lot of
China takes satellite race with SpaceX to sea
China’s latest sea-based rocket launch shows how mobile launch platforms, onboard artificial intelligence and expanding commercial constellations are converging into a broader Chinese effort to strengthen military resilience, accelerate satellite deployment and compete for
Japan PM Takaichi's approval rating slides as inflation bites
The weakening yen, higher bond yields, delayed tax relief and public frustration over the cost of living are adding pressure on Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi and her government as a cabinet reshuffle looms.
Thailand launches street food app and certification scheme
The app lists participating outlets alongside recommended dishes, locations and travel information.
Lamenting the end of ‘White Australia’ is wrong and dangerous
The unexpected rise of the right-wing populist, anti-immigration One Nation party in the polls, helped by leader Pauline Hanson’s relationship with mining magnate Gina Rinehart and often uncritical treatment by mainstream media, has seen the reemergence of another historical
Ukraine’s worst week becomes much better, but not the best
Last week was a momentous one for Ukrainian democracy, and possibly for how the war develops over the next period. After two and a half years, overall command of the Ukrainian army was transferred from General Oleksandr Syrskyi to General Mykhailo Drapatyi. The move was greeted
Osaka, Fukuoka, Aichi among prefectures aiming to be second Japan capital
This shift aims to decentralise administrative functions from Tokyo in the event of disaster.
Shein swings to $99m loss as Trump tariffs hit sales
The announcement comes as the fast fashion giant prepares for its stock market debut in Hong Kong.
Six Networks: Inside China’s trillion-dollar bet to wire its economy for an AI era
It marks the first time China has brought its biggest infrastructure projects under a single programme.