Chinese university investigating girl's death in gene-editing trial
The experimental gene therapy was meant to fix a rare genetic condition that caused a delay in cognitive development.
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US, Japan join Philippines in South China Sea drills
The five-day drills brought together warships, coast guard vessels and surveillance and fighter aircraft in operations aimed at improving interoperability among the allies, according to the Philippine military.
Zelensky says Russia seeks 30,000 extra North Korean troops for Ukraine war
Preparations are being made in Russia's Voronezh region, near the border with Ukraine, to accommodate the additional troops, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky says in a social media post.
Extreme heat spreads beyond South Korea’s hottest city Daegu
On July 26, KMA issued additional severe heat wave warnings for Gyeongsan, Cheongdo and parts of Daegu.
How Japan is putting AI in its cybernetic place
Much of the Western debate about artificial intelligence centers on the machine itself. Will AI become conscious? Will it surpass human intelligence? Could it acquire goals of its own and escape human control? Japan’s Society 5.0 begins from a different premise. Rather than
New South Korean reality dating show for the terminally ill sparks controversy
The broadcaster is set to premiere the series Aug 3.
Rescuers scour South China Sea for 17 missing after Vietnamese vessel sinks
Cargo vessel Khoi Nguyen 18, with 62 Vietnamese nationals aboard, ran into distress in waters near Fiery Cross Reef, China's state broadcaster CCTV said.
Rescuers scour South China Sea for 23 missing after Vietnamese vessel sinks
HONG KONG, July 26 - Rescuers were searching on Sunday for 23 people missing after a Vietnamese ship sank in the busy waterway of the South China Sea, while 39 were pulled from the waters, China's state broadcaster CCTV said.
Japan PM Takaichi’s ‘0 to 3 hours sleep’ post spurs work-style debate
Other politicians expressed concern about how a lack of sleep could negatively impact her leadership.
Italian students who sparked outcry over bad behaviour on Bangkok train apologise following fines
The talks between the parties at a police station lasted more than an hour.
Southern China drenched as Typhoon Noul makes landfall
Typhoon Noul brought heavy rain and gale-force winds across Guangdong province and neighbouring Hong Kong.
Australia to raise concerns over new tariffs with Trump, PM Albanese says
SYDNEY, July 26 - Australia's Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said on Sunday he would seek to raise the issue of tariffs with U.S. President Donald Trump, after Washington this week imposed new tariffs on its trading partners including Australia.
‘We are family’: South Korea President Lee toasts AI ties with tech titans over fish and chips
The companies represented have a combined market capitalisation of about 17 quadrillion won (S$15 trillion).
Australia’s student visa fees are now the world’s highest. Here’s why S-E Asia got a pass
The hike comes as the government attempts to address a surge in migration since the pandemic.
Southern China faces torrential rain, flood risk after Typhoon Noul hits land
The typhoon has forced the relocation of more than 700,000 people in Guangdong.
Coffee-less coffee, chocolates without cocoa: A look into North Korea’s substitute economy
North Korea has rejected the outside world while quietly absorbing its shapes, tastes and symbols.
Japan government to impose tougher requirements for permanent residency
The new rules will take into account the person’s Japanese language abilities.
Iran war spreads to Red Sea and Caspian, Gulf quiet as US forgoes strikes
WASHINGTON/ATHENS, July 26 - Signs of the Iran war's spread emerged this weekend despite a pause in U.S. strikes, as Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthis attacked Saudi oil installations along the Red Sea coast and Iran accused Ukraine of targeting an Iranian vessel in the Caspian Sea.
Smash hit: How Alex Eala's Wimbledon run made everyday Filipinos fall in love with tennis
Formerly the preserve of the rich, tennis is booming in the basketball- and boxing-obsessed country.
Teochew film Dear You fuels heritage tours to China’s Chaoshan. How are villages responding?
The Chinese box office hit is drawing overseas visitors to the Chaoshan region, transforming filming locations into heritage tourism hotspots and raising questions about preservation and privacy.
Ukraine's Zelenskiy: Russia wants to bring in 30,000 North Korean troops to conflict
July 25 - Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Saturday that Russia wanted to bring in 30,000 North Korean troops to take part in its more than four-year-old conflict and was already preparing to receive them.
India's 'cockroach' protest called off after education minister quits
The CJP protest has been the most visible expression of public anger against PM Narendra Modi's government in recent years.
Speaking alongside Putin, Kazakh president calls for freeze of Ukraine war
OMSK, Russia July 25 - Kazakhstan's President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev said on Saturday that a Ukraine peace deal might be reached if the two sides froze the conflict and resumed negotiations.
Japan records fifth consecutive ‘cruelly hot day’ of temperature above 40 deg C
This marks the longest number of days in a row with blistering temperatures since records started in 2010.
Former Malaysia PM Najib completes angiogram, does not need surgery
Najib’s medical team previously identified coronary blockages that warranted further evaluation.
India’s Instagram-first Gen Z dents Modi’s aura ahead of key state polls
Young supporters of the CJP have openly mocked Modi through raps, placards and graffiti.
India’s Instagram Gen Z dents Modi’s aura ahead of key state polls
NEW DELHI, July 25 - Nearly five weeks after the leaders of India's youth Cockroach Janta Party began their protest demanding the resignation of the education minister over exam paper leaks, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, 75, posted a rare selfie video: he said he was pained by
Japan records fifth 'cruelly hot day'
This marks the longest number of days in a row with blistering temperatures since records started in 2010, reported Japanese media.
What started India’s ‘cockroach’ protests that forced education minister to quit?
The protests reflect youths' anger over job scarcity, corruption and government accountability.
Explainer-What started India's 'cockroach' protests that forced education minister to quit?
NEW DELHI, July 25 - India's Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan quit on Saturday after days of sustained public protests demanding his resignation for examination paper leaks in May that affected about 2 million students.
Canadian intern at NATO military HQ arrested in Belgium on spying charge
BRUSSELS, July 25 - A Canadian woman of Chinese origin who was an intern at NATO's military headquarters in Belgium has been arrested on spying charges, Belgian prosecutors said on Saturday.
‘The fear killed her’: How an exam scandal in India sparked a student uprising
NEW DELHI/JHUNJHUNU/AHMEDABAD, July 25 - The prospect of retaking one of India's most competitive exams was so daunting for 19-year-old Sheikh Sana that a day before the test, the pressure became unbearable.
China evacuates 20,000 people as Typhoon Noul nears
Typhoon Noul is forecast to make landfall in the coastal area stretching from Hong Kong to Guangdong province between Saturday evening and Sunday morning, says China's National Meteorological Center.
Modi's education minister quits as jubilant Indian youth protesters claim victory, end protest
"The bottom line is we have won, your struggle, hard work and patience have paid off," Cockroach Janta Party spokesperson Ashutosh Ranka told cheering crowds at Jantar Mantar in Delhi, urging them to withdraw peacefully.
Indian education minister resigns following nationwide youth protests
Dharmendra Pradhan announced his resignation just as police fired tear gas to scatter young protesters in New Delhi, hours before their leaders were set to hold another round of talks with ministers.
How to survive the 40 deg C heat in Japan
Traditions from corporate dress codes to instant ramen preparation are melting away.
Modi’s education minister resigns in major win for Indian youth protesters
Thousands of protesters had demanded his resignation over examination paper leaks.
Indonesia detains former top prosecutor Febrie Adriansyah after questioning
Investigators questioned him as a witness for a money laundering case.