Scam centres ‘destroying’ Cambodia’s economy, PM tells AFP
A clampdown has resulted in thousands of arrests, but critics have questioned its authenticity.
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Cambodia wants ‘de-escalation’ in conflict with Thailand, PM tells AFP
Clashes in 2025 killed dozens of people and displaced more than a million.
Top Dems reportedly work to sabotage bill to stop Trump Iran war
Top US Democrats are reportedly working behind the scenes to stop a vote that would force them to go on the record about whether they support a Trump administration attack on Iran. As the president amasses an armada in the Middle East in apparent preparation for an unauthorized
India’s Modi visits Israel as US-Iran tensions mount
India stands with Israel “with full conviction", Mr Modi told Israel's Parliament.
Shen Yun in the news again: target of an Australian bomb threat
A Tuesday night evacuation of Prime Minister Anthony Albanese from his Canberra official residence, the Lodge, has been linked to the Chinese dance troupe Shen Yun. In a bomb threat emailed to the group, the sender said explosives would be detonated if Australian performances
Kyoto mulls over higher bus fares for visitors, up to double those for locals
If confirmed, it would be the first such tiered pricing in Japan that favours local residents.
US tariff rate to hit 15% or more for some nations, USTR says
WASHINGTON, Feb 25 - The U.S. tariff rate for some countries will rise to 15% or higher from the newly imposed 10%, U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer said on Wednesday, without naming any specific trading partners or giving further details.
Sri Lanka arrests ex-intelligence chief over 2019 Easter bombings
COLOMBO, Feb 25 - Sri Lanka's Criminal Investigation Department arrested on Wednesday the country's former intelligence chief in connection with the Easter bombings of 2019 that killed 279 people.
Iran sees 'good outlook' for talks with US as negotiating team heads to Geneva
DUBAI, Feb 25 - Iran sees the chance of a good outcome from a third round of talks with the United States, its President Masoud Pezeshkian said on Wednesday, as a delegation left for Geneva for negotiations over Tehran's nuclear program.
Record 129 journalists and media workers killed in 2025, mostly by Israel, says CPJ
WASHINGTON, Feb 25 - A record 129 journalists and media workers were killed in the course of their work last year, two-thirds of them killed by Israel, the Committee to Protect Journalists said on Wednesday.
Hungary's Orban says Ukraine planning steps to disrupt energy system
BUDAPEST, Feb 25 - Hungary's Prime Minister Viktor Orban on Wednesday accused Ukraine of planning to disrupt the Hungarian energy system and ordered the deployment of soldiers and equipment to safeguard critical infrastructure.
Hong Kong’s Budget is back in the black – but not without sacrifice
The odds have finally tipped in city’s favour. Can it last?
Australia tells families of diplomats to leave Israel, Lebanon
JERUSALEM, Feb 25 - The Australian government has told dependants of Australian diplomats in Israel and Lebanon to leave the two Middle East countries, the foreign ministry said on Wednesday, amid rising fears of military conflict between the United States and Iran.
China warns US it will respond if trade probe spurs new tariffs
China’s Commerce Ministry was responding to comments by US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer.
Malaysia’s TB cases are up – here’s what’s driving the rise and how to protect yourself
Transmission of tuberculosis typically requires prolonged, close exposure to an infectious individual.
Mostaqur Rahman appointed Bangladesh cenbank head, government says
DHAKA, Feb 25 - Bangladesh's new government appointed entrepreneur and financial governance specialist Mostaqur Rahman as governor of the central bank, a government notification said on Wednesday.
Ukrainian drone strike kills seven in western Russia, investigators say
MOSCOW, Feb 25 - Russian investigators said seven people were killed and at least 10 wounded on Wednesday in a Ukrainian drone attack on a chemical plant in western Russia.
Pakistan wary of militant attacks after Afghanistan air strikes
ISLAMABAD, Feb 25 - Pakistan has boosted security and arrested dozens of suspects as it fears rising wave of militant attacks following its air strikes in Afghanistan, Pakistan's Junior Interior Minister said on Wednesday.
China’s Spring Festival travel and spending hit record highs, but it’s not all rosy
Some 596 million domestic trips during the nine-day holiday, but Chinese consumers appeared more prudent.
Man wanted for alleged role in Cambodia-based human trafficking and scam ring arrested in Bali
Rifaldo Aquino Pontoh was arrested at I Gusti I Ngurah Rai International Airport in Badung, Bali.
40 years after dictatorship, Philippines struggles with entrenched political dynasties
Anniversary protests alleging ongoing corruption underscore how the revolution’s promises of reform remain unfulfilled.
Google disrupts Chinese-linked hackers that attacked 53 groups globally
Feb 25 - Google disrupted a Chinese-linked hacking group that breached at least 53 organizations across 42 countries, the company said Wednesday.
Filipinos protest against corruption on anniversary of Marcos Sr’s ouster
Protestors aimed their anger at a corruption scandal under the Marcos Jr administration.
Tokyo Skytree observation deck remains closed after elevator malfunction that trapped 20 people
Inspectors are continuing to look into the cause of the accident.
Myanmar junta air strike kills at least 17: Local groups
Myanmar has been consumed by civil war since the junta snatched power in a 2021 coup.
Seoul’s water bus service to resume full operation on March 1 after being plagued by safety issues
In November, just two months into service, a vessel carrying 82 passengers ran aground.
Air pollution after Johor warehouse fire forces 1,500 pupils to switch to online learning
The fire at Jalan Air Hitam, Senai, was reported at 4.37pm on Feb 24, with firefighters still on site on Feb 25.
Flooding spreads to Sabah’s south-west; over 1,000 people remain in shelters, 27 schools close
Hundreds of villages, homes, vehicles and other properties are feared damaged.
Singapore-based Shein tried to shed its Chinese roots. Now, it has done a U-turn
Its founder touted the company's Chinese identity, as it strives to secure Beijing’s go-ahead for an IPO..
China’s fishing fleets are Beijing’s secret naval weapon
China is rapidly expanding its reach across the Indo-Pacific, deploying a shadow fleet of nominally civilian fishing vessels as a covert extension of the world’s largest naval force. By weaponizing hundreds of thousands of fishing boats alongside the Chinese Navy (PLAN) and
Women occupy larger share of South Korea’s chaebol leadership
Women account for 37 per cent of executives at family-controlled conglomerates.
Starbucks to launch Aerocano drink in South Korea on Feb 26
It is made by injecting air into iced espresso, creating a creamy texture and lighter mouthfeel.
Thai poll body certifies most election results, say source and media reports
396 constituency seats in the 500-member Lower House have been reportedly been certified.
Sri Lanka arrests ex-spy chief over 2019 Easter bombings
The former head of intelligence allegedly allowed the attacks to happen with the intention of influencing the 2019 presidential election.
South Korea’s Lee calls for tourism overhaul, targets 30 million foreign visitors
The number of inbound foreign visitors was over 18 million in 2025, up 15.7 per cent from 2024.
Anwar aide dismisses minister’s call for royal inquiry into Malaysia’s anti-graft agency
The call for a royal inquiry must not be based on hearsay, says Kamil Munim, Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's political secretary in the Finance Ministry.
Can Olympic skier Eileen Gu continue to walk the US-China tightrope?
Public reactions from the two nations were strikingly different after the US-born Chinese skier won an Olympic gold.
AI robot monk in Japan helps answer humans’ sensitive questions
Buddharoid can offer a sense of presence at religious sanctuaries in addition to voice communications.
Don't break up NewJeans and I'll forgo $18m payout, says ex-K-pop boss
Min Hee-jin has said she "can no longer bear to watch" the group get "torn apart".
Malaysian university student arrested, doxxed after posting photo of foot on Quran
He has since removed the posts, but they have already been widely circulated.
Indonesia’s carrier dream risks becoming a port queen
Indonesia’s bid to acquire the retired Italian carrier Giuseppe Garibaldi is being pitched as a step toward greater maritime resilience. But it may instead expose a widening gap between ambition and the hard realities of doctrine, budgets and fleet readiness. This month,
‘Buoyant’ Hong Kong economy spurs fiscal deficit turnaround, budget shows
The buoyant economy will help the city return to a budget surplus after several years of deficits.
Modi's Israel visit to test India's priorities in the Middle East
India and Israel's relations have expanded since Modi came to power more than a decade ago.
China sanctions hit back hard at Japan’s remilitarization drive
China has ramped up its retaliation against Japan’s accelerating military build-up under Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi. On Tuesday, February 24, China’s Ministry of Commerce banned the export of dual-use items — goods with both civilian and military applications — to 20
Key partner in Malaysia’s ruling coalition calls for royal inquiry into anti-graft agency
The agency has been accused of misconduct and breaching public service laws, among other allegations.
Key partner in Malaysia's ruling coalition calls for royal inquiry into anti-graft agency
KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 25 - A key party in Malaysia's ruling coalition called on Wednesday for a royal commission of inquiry (RCI) to be formed to investigate misconduct allegations against the country's anti-graft agency.
Retired Myanmar general set for powerful role in new parliament, sources say
Feb 25 - A retired general from an army-backed party that swept Myanmar's election is set to take the powerful role of speaker of parliament, party sources said, which could help the military cement control of government after a return to democratic rule.
Retired Myanmar general set for powerful role in new Parliament, sources say
Khin Yi is tipped to take the pivotal post of Lower House Speaker, sources say.