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Japan’s late-night ‘crying cafes’ offer refuge for exhausted mothers
The idea appeared in an online comic nearly a decade ago.
Farmers in Malaysia go high-tech to fight fake Penang durians
A QR code tracking system allows buyers to trace each fruit orchard within seconds.
Taiwan ‘confident’ in US ties ahead of Trump visit to China
The issue of democratically governed Taiwan is certain to come up during the Trump-Xi summit.
Taiwan 'confident' in US ties ahead of Trump visit to China
TAIPEI, May 11 - Taiwan is \"confident\" in the stable development of its ties with the U.S. and Washington has repeatedly said its policy towards the island will not change, Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung said on Monday of U.S. President Donald Trump's upcoming China trip.
China confirms Xi-Trump summit that was delayed by Iran war
Trump will visit China from May 13 to 15, news outlet Xinhua reported, citing the Foreign Ministry.
Seoul confirms strike on vessel in Hormuz before Pentagon talks
Debris believed to be from the objects’ engines has been recovered and will undergo further analysis.
Families of two Americans jailed in China urge Trump to seek release
The Americans were convicted on drug charges after what their families say were “blind mule” scams.
Thailand's divisive ex-PM is out of jail, but is the Thaksin era over?
Thaksin seems incapable of taking a back seat. This time, it really could be different.
Thailand’s former PM Thaksin Shinawatra released from prison
He walked out of prison at 8.40am Singapore time and was surrounded by family members and supporters.
Thailand's former PM Thaksin Shinawatra released from prison
BANGKOK, May 11 - Thailand's influential former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra was released from prison on Monday, after about eight months behind bars following a court ruling that deemed he had wrongfully stayed in hospital to avoid jail time.
AI fruit affair videos stir backlash in South Korea after chicken brand copies trend
This genre of videos usually shows human-like objects engaging in extramarital affairs.
How social media turned Indian film star Vijay into a political force
Though Vijay campaigned only briefly, his fan club-turned-digital “warriors” amplified him online tirelessly.
Thaksin backers camp out awaiting release of jailed ex-Thai PM
The 76-year-old is being paroled after serving eight months in prison for corruption.
Thailand's ex-PM Thaksin released from prison
Thailand's former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra's early release from prison raises the prospect of a return to the spotlight for the political heavyweight.
ASEAN’s proposed resilience measures must go into ‘full gear’, but domestic priorities a stumbling block
The war in the Middle East has hit Southeast Asia’s energy, fertiliser and food supply simultaneously, prompting new regional solutions - but turning them into action could prove difficult, say observers.
Malaysians selling meals below $2 find it harder to stay sustainable
Govt scheme supporting lower-income has lost most of its operators amid rising costs .
US disappointed in Taiwan’s smaller defence budget, official says
Taiwan's Parliament approved extra defence spending of US$25 billion (S$32 billion) on May 8.
Rare earths deal between US and China is still in effect, US official says
May 10 - A rare earths deal between the United States and China is still in effect and an extension will be announced at the appropriate time, a senior U.S. official told reporters on Sunday.
Modi urges limits on fuel use, travel and imports to save forex
May 10 - Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday urged a spate of measures including fuel conservation, work-from-home practices and limits on travel and imports, as a surge in global energy prices puts pressure on the country's foreign exchange reserves.
China, US to hold trade talks in Seoul ahead of Trump-Xi summit
The US treasury secretary also said he would have talks with the Japanese prime minister and her finance minister before heading to Beijing.
Singaporean hiker who died in Mount Dukono eruption remembered for his selflessness, adventurous spirit
Mr Timothy Heng put others before himself, and his family has found comfort in knowing that he spent his last moments trying to help someone else, his step-sister told CNA.
6 Singaporean tourists injured in minibus accident near Indonesia’s Mount Bromo: Reports
The tourists were in a minibus that had left Mount Bromo, local media reported.
Kremlin accuses Armenia of providing platform for Ukraine's Zelenskiy, agencies report
MOSCOW, May 10 - Russia accused Armenia on Sunday of providing Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy with \"a platform for anti-Russian remarks\", in a further sign of a chill in relations between traditional allies Moscow and Yerevan.
South Korean ship in Strait of Hormuz hit by unidentified object on May 4, ministry says
A week ago, Seoul reported a blast and fire aboard the same vessel in the strait.
Family of late Singaporean hiker: He died trying to help others
The family are now working to bring home the body of Mr Timothy Heng.
3 taken to hospital after unusual odour detected inside JR train near Tokyo
The train suspended its service at Kawasaki Station.
Hantavirus screening ramped up at Malaysia’s maritime entry points, over 22,000 vessels inspected
Malaysia Minister urged the public to maintain environmental cleanliness to keep rodent populations at bay.
Trump wants China to buy a lot more US energy. Analysts doubt he’ll get his way
Only short-term deals are expected, given China’s push for energy independence and mistrust of the US.
Man dead, another injured after shooting incident in Skudai, Johor
The police are tracking down two suspects who are still at large.
Australia’s conservatives reel from by-election loss to far-right party
Traditional conservative Liberal and National parties had held the seat since 1949.
South Korea welcomes rare baby bump as population shrinks
South Korea has one of the world’s lowest birth rates.
Red card or black card? The conscription lottery in Thailand
Most men become eligible when they turn 21 and can volunteer or be placed in the lottery.
16 people, including 2 Singaporeans, sentenced to community service for littering in Johor
They carried out community service for two hours on May 10, with more punishment periods to be decided.
Mount Dukono eruption: Bodies of two Singaporean hikers evacuated as rescue operation ends
The evacuation process of the last two bodies had encountered obstacles due to the victims' position "being buried under volcanic materials of significant thickness and depth", according to the authorities.
Unmanned Japan lab opens with robots at work as researchers push AI, automation
The robots can perform tasks such as transferring fixed amounts of reagents.
Buddhist monk arrested over alleged rape of teen in Sri Lanka
The Venerable Pallegama Hemarathana Thero holds one of the most revered positions in the Buddhist world.
Need a new house? Order online from China for less than $25,000
Prefabricated homes with their low cost and efficient installation have struck a chord with people.