Oman says no party has claimed responsibility for attacks on its territory
March 29 - Oman's foreign ministry said on Sunday that it condemns attacks on its territory, adding that no party has claimed responsibility.
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AI turning US street cameras into a mass surveillance state
For decades, cars dictated urban planning in the United States. Few could have predicted that they would one day also double as nodes for surveillance. In thousands of towns and cities across the US, automatic license plate readers have been installed at major intersections,
Batam Immigration investigates alleged extortion of foreign tourists, including Singaporeans
Reports of suspected extortion recently surfaced in articles by Singapore news outlet Mothership that featured accounts from various travellers arriving at the Batam Centre ferry terminal.
Chinese capital circling Trump’s school voucher gold rush
In September 2023, Republican Florida Governor Ron DeSantis stunned school choice advocates when he kicked out four private schools from the state’s school voucher program. The schools’ offense, according to the state’s announcement, was their “direct ties to the Chinese
This beloved century-old drink cools people. It’s also suffused with South Asian history
Despite religious controversies, RoohAfza's popularity as a flavourful Indian drink has not dimmed.
‘Nowhere else to go’: The squatters in the richest part of Seoul
Guryong village symbolises the yawning economic gap in Seoul and the struggle the poor face to own a home.
China turning Cold War jets into budget Taiwan strike drones
China’s conversion of obsolete fighter jets into attack drones points to a shift toward mass attrition warfare in a Taiwan contingency — one that tests the limits of sustainability as much as firepower. China has stationed obsolete J-6 fighter jets converted into attack drones
North Korea’s Kim oversees test of high-thrust engine: KCNA
The test was “part of the national defence development plan in the period of the new five-year plan”, North Korean state media reported on Sunday (Mar 29).
New Delhi street stalls show cost of India’s energy crunch
A shortfall in Middle East liquefied natural gas supply has rippled through the Indian economy.
Tokyo police search military base over Chinese embassy intrusion case
According to investigative sources, the search was conducted on suspicion of unlawful entry.
Batam immigration investigates alleged extortion of foreign tourists
There have been reports of ASEAN passport holders being extorted up to $250.
Two Australian states to offer free transport as fuel prices rise
The prolonged hostilities in the Middle East are increasing supply risks.
Over 100 notices issued in Johor since Jan 1 under new anti-littering law
The offenders were ordered to perform between four and eight hours of community service and fined.
Australia LNG disruptions continue after storm Narelle, thousands without power
The impact of Narelle has exacerbated a global supply crunch caused by the month-old Iran war.
Australia LNG disruptions continue after Narelle, thousands without power
SYDNEY, March 29 - Australia's liquefied natural gas production remained disrupted and thousands were without power in the remote northwest on Sunday, more than a week after the Narelle storm system hit the country.
I followed rare black-necked cranes in Bhutan’s valleys – and discovered a country quietly reimagining itself
Winter in Bhutan brings rare encounters: near-threatened black-necked cranes, textiles inspired by their calls, and cultural spaces reimagined for a new generation.
Yemen's Houthis enter Iran war with attacks on Israel, while US Marines arrive in region
CAIRO/DUBAI, March 29 - The risk of an expanded Iran war grew on Saturday as Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthis on Saturday launched their first attacks on Israel since the start of the conflict, even as additional U.S. forces reached the Middle East.
‘Something AI can’t replace’: Why Thailand wants to reform massage sector, including ‘grey’ services
As Thailand moves to shake up its massage industry by introducing stricter standards, training and regulation, industry players and workers tell CNA about their hopes and concerns.
Asia’s EVolution: As vehicle makers explore alternatives to rare-earth motors, India offers a road forward
This instalment of CNA’s series on the forces powering electric vehicles (EVs) in Asia examines India’s growing presence in the development of rare-earth-free motors, and the speed bumps facing wider adoption.
Yemen's Houthis strike at Israel in their first such attack since Iran war began
CAIRO/DUBAI, March 28 - Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthis launched missiles at Israel on Saturday, their first such attack since the start of the Iran war, heightening the risk that a conflict now in its fifth week could expand further across the region.
Rallies in thousands of US cities for 'No Kings' protest against Trump
Organisers say that more than 3,200 events are planned in all 50 states, with flagship rallies in New York, Los Angeles and Washington DC, for what they hope could be the largest single-day nonviolent protest in US history.
Manila, Beijing resume talks on South China Sea, energy security
The talks come after President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. declared a national energy emergency earlier this week, citing oil supply disruptions due to the Middle East conflict and announced efforts to diversify fuel imports, including sourcing from China.
Israeli strike kills three Lebanese journalists, Al Manar TV says
BEIRUT, March 28 - An Israeli strike on a car in southern Lebanon has killed three Lebanese journalists, Lebanon's Al Manar TV reported on Saturday.
Seoul to co-sponsor UN resolution on North Korea rights
North Korea has long been accused of widespread rights abuses, including running prison camps and severely restricting freedom of expression and access to information.
Rosatom says situation at Iran's Bushehr nuclear power plant keeps deteriorating
MOSCOW, March 28 - The situation at Iran's Bushehr nuclear power plant continues to deteriorate and attacks pose a direct threat to nuclear safety, the head of Russia's state nuclear corporation Rosatom said on Saturday after another strike near the facility.
Thailand will have new government next week, PM says
The new government will move quickly to deliver a policy statement to parliament so it can begin its work, said Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul.
Indonesia says 'positive' talks with Iran to let tankers pass Hormuz strait
Indonesian tankers Pertamina Pride and Gamsunoro, owned by a subsidiary of state energy firm Pertamina, remain in the Gulf, a company spokesperson said.
Haze threat looms as Indonesia battles early forest fires ahead of El Nino
The country is bracing itself for an unusually harsh and prolonged dry season this year.
Trump's signature on $100 bill to put him in small circle of sitting presidents
March 28 - When U.S. President Donald Trump's signature appears on $100 bills in June, it will end 165 years of the U.S. Treasurer signing banknotes and place Trump among a small band of sitting global leaders, most heads of developing economies, whose autographs or images have
Four family members arrested over death of eight-year-old girl in Perak, Malaysia
Suspicious injuries were also found on the victim’s body.
Australia-EU trade deal seeks to forge critical minerals alliance in hedge against China
China dominates global rare earth processing with a share of 80 per cent to 90 per cent.
India opens second international airport for Delhi capital region
The Noida International Airport is in Uttar Pradesh and 75km from the city.
S’pore Govt to address concerns over impacts of Middle East conflict: PM Wong
Updates will be provided at the next parliamentary sitting on April 7, he said.
Can the star power of Jay Chou and Shu Qi help Chinese brands escape price war trap?
In the especially competitive EV sector, over 20 carmakers have engaged brand ambassadors over the past year.
India opens second international airport in capital New Delhi
Noida International Airport is 75km from New Delhi and will serve 12 million passengers a year in its initial phase, with the potential to grow to as many as 70 million.
Pakistan to host talks with Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Egypt amid Iran war diplomacy
ISLAMABAD/ ISTANBUL, March 28 - Pakistan will host Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Egypt for talks from Sunday on the Iran war as Islamabad positions itself as a potential venue for U.S.-Iran negotiations on the month-old conflict.
Pakistan to host Saudi, Turkey, Egypt for talks on Mid-East war
Pakistan’s prime minister said he had a “detailed” call with Iran’s president on March 28.
Thai PM Anutin says reached deal with Iran for vessels to transit Hormuz Strait
He said the development would alleviate concerns over fuel imports.