US tariff deal provides relief for Vietnam, and a sting in the tail for China
Vietnam trade deal with Trump could be seen as provocative by Beijing.
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Elderly duo travel across Malaysia for cable car ride seen in clip – only to find out it was all AI
The video features scenes of people queueing up at the "Kuak SkyRide" ticket counter.
US aircraft carrier makes Philippines port call
The ship’s spokesman did not provide further details about the visit.
Deputy head of Russian Navy killed by Ukraine in Kursk, official says
MOSCOW - Major General Mikhail Gudkov, the deputy head of the Russian Navy who also led a brigade fighting against Ukraine, has been killed in Russia's Kursk region, Oleg Kozhemyako, governor of a far eastern Russian region, said on Thursday.
'Many lifetimes of commitment': Richard Gere vows to keep fighting for Tibetan cause
DHARAMSHALA, India - As the chair of the International Campaign for Tibet, Richard Gere is the best-known supporter of the Dalai Lama and his people. On Thursday, he vowed to keep fighting for the Tibetan cause even after the eventual death of the elderly Nobel laureate and as
China denies military base ambitions in Pacific Islands, focus instead on improved livelihoods
Fiji’s prime minister said his nation opposes Beijing’s plan to build a military base in the region.
Russian attack kills two in city of Poltava, Ukrainian officials say
KYIV - A Russian attack on the city of Poltava in central Ukraine killed two people and damaged a military recruitment centre, the Ukrainian military and regional officials said on Thursday.
China warns against trade deals that 'hurt' others after Vietnam-US pact
"Relevant negotiations and agreements should not target or harm the interests of third parties," said a Chinese spokeswoman.
South Korean universities ramp up global recruitment as US tightens visa screenings
Yonsei University established a new transfer system to accept international undergraduates year-round.
Afghan refugees stuck in Pakistan as Germany halts entry programme
BERLIN/ISLAMABAD - In a cramped guesthouse in Pakistan's capital, 25-year-old Kimia spends her days sketching women — dancing, playing, resisting —in a notebook that holds what's left of her hopes.
Chinese carrier Shandong moors in Hong Kong on ‘maritime great power’ visit
China’s third and more advanced carrier, the Fujian, is undergoing sea trials.
China aircraft carrier 'Shandong' draws crowds in first Hong Kong visit
HONG KONG - China's first domestically built aircraft carrier, the Shandong, sailed into Hong Kong waters on Thursday in its first visit to the Asian financial hub, accompanied by three People's Liberation Army vessels including missile destroyers.
South Korea revises martial law rules after political crisis
Former president Yoon Suk Yeol tried to impose martial law in December, triggering a crisis and impeachment.
Malaysia’s third-ranked judge to take on Chief Justice duties until position is filled
Malaysia’s top two judiciary positions are vacant after Tengku Maimun Tuan Mat retired as Chief Justice on Wednesday (Jul 2), and Abang Iskandar Abang Hashim retired as the President of the Court of Appeal a day later.
As trade war truce with China holds, US lifts curbs for chip design software and ethane
NEW YORK - The United States has lifted restrictions on exports to China for chip design software developers and ethane producers, a further sign of de-escalating U.S.-Sino trade tensions including concessions from Beijing over rare earths.
1998 mass rapes to be left out of Indonesia’s national history rewrite, ‘need to be proven’: Culture Minister
The Indonesian government plans to revise the country’s official historical narrative by launching a new 10-volume series of history books to coincide with the country’s 80th Independence Day celebrations on Aug 17.
Thai opposition to hold off on no-confidence vote against government
The opposition parties said they will work together to ensure there is no political deadlock.
US-Vietnam trade deal sows new China uncertainty
The deal with Vietnam would be just the third announced, following agreements with the UK and China.
Australian man dies from ‘extremely rare’ bat bite virus
The man in his 50s was bitten by a bat carrying Australian bat lyssavirus several months ago.
Indian state defends Zumba lessons for students amid protests
Some religious groups are angry after the government introduced Zumba classes in public schools.
Russian interference expected in election on Ukraine’s border
When Moldovans go to the polls in parliamentary elections on September 28, it will be the third time in less than a year – after a referendum on future EU membership and presidential elections last autumn. In both of the recent elections pro-European forces scraped to victory,
Seoul is going easy on its ‘lovebugs’, many people want them dead
Residents cannot understand why the city’s most annoying summer insect is getting off so lightly.
India and Ghana: Narendra Modi’s visit rekindles historical ties
Narendra Modi’s trip to Ghana in July 2025, part of a five-nation visit, is the first by an Indian prime minister in over 30 years. The two countries’ relationship goes back more than half a century to when India helped the newly independent Ghana set up its intelligence
Japan islanders sleepless after 900 earthquakes in two weeks
"Everyone's exhausted. We just want it to stop," says one resident of the Tokara islands.
Manga doomsday prediction spooks tourists to Japan
TOKYO/HONG KONG - Viral rumours of impending disaster stemming from a comic book prediction have taken the sheen off Japan's tourism boom, with some airlines cancelling flights from Hong Kong where passengers numbers have plunged.
Bus carrying 46 passengers crashes with two lorries in Johor, two dead and 16 injured
The two male passengers were pronounced dead at the scene.
‘Significant declines’ in some species after deep-sea mining: Research
It could impact marine life stretching from the tiniest bottom dwellers to apex predators like sharks.
To some on this July Fourth, these truths aren’t self-evident
“We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness.” On the Fourth of July, we celebrate the passage in 1776 of the
Chan Brothers Travel to offer more tours, flights to Bhutan following partnership with Department of Tourism and Drukair
Chan Brothers Travel is the sole travel agency offering chartered direct flight tours to Bhutan.
China goes after Marcos ally over South China Sea
MANILA – Adding fuel to a raging fire over the South China Sea, China this week imposed sanctions against a key ally of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. who was instrumental in passing the Philippines’ maritime zones act. The move is seen here as a politically aggressive act at a
South Korea’s Lee pledges ‘bold’ economic policy after martial law crisis
The country hopes to contain the impact of US President Donald Trump’s threatened punishing tariffs.
South Korea's Lee pledges 'bold' economic policy after martial law crisis
SEOUL - South Korean President Lee Jae Myung vowed on Thursday to implement a \"bold\" fiscal policy to boost a flagging economy after the country's martial law crisis and to tackle challenges posed by looming U.S. tariffs and North Korea.
South Korea president Lee says doing ‘utmost’ for trade deal with US
Seoul is focused on negotiations over a 25% country-specific tariff that is suspended till next week.
Australia says US missile purchase shows commitment to defence spending
Canberra confirmed the purchase of AIM-120C-8 and AIM-120D-3 missiles.
Unrest, disease risk in Thailand not a deterrent for Malaysian travellers
Haadyai, a city close to the border with Kedah, remains a favourite among Malaysians for a quick break.
‘Big Comrade’: Former defence chief set to take reins as acting Thai PM
The 71-year-old is due to be sworn in as deputy prime minister and interior minister on July 3.
Theme parks in Japan take measures to keep visitors cool amid intense heat
Universal Studios in Osaka began giving away salt candy to visitors for the first time on July 1.
Cambodian PM Hun Manet warns Thailand: Don’t cross the line on disputed areas
No party has the sole authority to restrict access at its own discretion, he says.
The deadline for Trump’s ‘reciprocal’ trade tariffs is looming
US President Donald Trump’s 90-day pause on implementing so-called “reciprocal” tariffs on some 180 trading partners ends on July 8. How are countries responding to the threat, and will the tariffs be re-applied from July 9? The United States is demanding four things from all
Prabowo’s inner circle sets up think-tank to help businesses navigate Indonesia’s bureaucracy
There is some unease over Prasasti's role, given the possible conflicts of interest.
Jurassic World: Rebirth was filmed in Thailand. Here are the featured locations you can visit
Key locations include Khao Phanom Bencha National Park in Krabi, Ko Kradan in Trang Province, Phang-Nga Bay (Ao Phang Nga National Park) in Phang Nga and Tham Morakot (Emerald Cave) in Trang Province.
Five dead, dozens missing after ferry sinks off Bali
The boat was carrying 53 passengers and 12 crew when it sank while on its way to Bali from Java island.
China’s north and west on alert after sweeping rains trigger deadly floods
Thousands of rescue workers have been mobilised to pull people from floodwaters.
AI-driven human trafficking scams from South-east Asia spreading globally: Interpol
The trend prompted the issuance of an Orange Notice to warn of the serious and escalating threat.