Australian snowboarder dies after ski lift accident in central Japan
A lift chair caught the buckle on her backpack, dragging her with it.
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Half of 20 major Japanese cities face shrinking population
An estimate for 2050 shows that the number of those cities that will see a population decline will expand to 18..
Pakistan’s stray animals have found friends and protectors in Karachi’s young residents
Over 10 years, Karachi has witnessed massive population growth, of both the human and animal kind.
Suspended cop ‘Inspector Sheila’ nabbed for disturbing peace at Thaipusum event in Malaysia
He said the arrest followed an altercation between the woman and several traders near the temple at around 4am.
Russia's Shoigu, China's Wang Yi to discuss security issues
MOSCOW, Feb 1 - Russian Security Council Secretary Sergei Shoigu arrived in China on Sunday where he will meet Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi to discuss security issues, Russian media outlets reported on Sunday citing the Russian Security Council.
Young South Koreans show renewed interest in marriage: Survey
The rise in marriage intentions coincides with an uptick in actual marriages.
South Korea’s viral dessert ‘Dubai chewy cookies’ reach namesake city
The dessert is known for its chewy exterior and dense centre.
China targets ‘rats’ stealing military funds after launch of high-profile probe of top generals
Priority should be given to cases where “political and commercial issues are intertwined,” according to a commentary.
India budget makes fresh bet on manufacturing as it seeks to sustain growth
The focus is on structural reforms, particularly in manufacturing, building a robust financial sector and stepping up investments in cutting-edge technologies such as AI, India's Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said on Sunday (Feb 1).
Indonesia permits Elon Musk’s Grok to resume service after ban
Mr Musk’s X provided assurances to the government following its ban for producing sexualised content.
India’s budget makes fresh bet on manufacturing as it seeks to sustain growth
The Indian economy is seen growing at 7.4 per cent in the current financial year.
Sea of colour as Malaysia’s Hindus mark Thaipusam with piercings and prayer
The festival is also celebrated in India, Singapore and other areas with large Hindu Tamil communities.
India dismisses Epstein e-mail referring to Modi’s Israel visit in 2017
India’s Ministry of External Affairs rejected the characterisation of Mr Modi's trip in the e-mail.
Japan Prime Minister Takaichi cancels TV appearance after arm injury while campaigning
She said her hand became swollen after her arm was pulled hard while shaking hands with supporters.
Rising costs push Japan stores to cacao alternatives before Valentine's Day
Chocolates are also good seasonal gifts to friends, coworkers and business partners.
Japan PM Takaichi talks up weak yen even as her government works to counter currency decline
The Japanese yen has hovered at 18-month lows against the US dollar, contributing to inflation that has raised the prospect of interest rate hikes by the central bank.
Afghan returnees in Bamiyan struggle despite new homes
The homes lacked running water and are far from shops, schools or hospitals.
Japan Railways group tackles congestion at women's toilets at stations
Measures include increasing the number of facilities and introducing services to help users find less crowded restrooms
Chinese cash in jewellery at automated gold recyclers as prices soar
Record-high gold prices have turned a Shanghai shopping mall into a magnet for sellers, with crowds gathering around an automated recycler to melt down inherited jewellery for cash.
Indonesia is wooing its former citizens with a new stand-in for dual citizenship – but with limited success
The Global Citizenship of Indonesia scheme has received only seven applications as at Jan 26.
Jakartans battle floodwaters to reach workplaces
Workers in Jakarta often need to find alternatives to navigate the city during floods.
China new home prices rise in January as government signals support, private survey shows
Beijing has described the property sector as being in a "profound adjustment" that should be eased with measures to smooth market volatility.
Thailand’s 2026 summer forecast to reach temperatures over 42 deg C
The weather will alternate between scorching heat and thunderstorms.
Graft busters freeze $320k in accounts over e-waste probe, seize $54k
The probe involves officials from the Environment Department and a civilian.
Graft busters freeze $320k in accounts over e-waste probe in Malaysia, seize $54k
The probe involves officials from the Environment Department and a civilian.
South Korea posts record January exports on AI chip boom
The total value of January's exports was US$65.8 billion, a 33.9 per cent rise year-on-year and the first time they surpassed a US$60 billion threshold for the month.
Thailand’s ruling party runs on nationalist, establishment vote pitch
The apparent backing of the country’s conservative establishment has given Bhumjaithai Party an edge in the Feb 8 vote.
'People's dad' Jensen Huang praises, pushes Nvidia suppliers on mobbed Taiwan visit
Nvidia's CEO said it would be another good year for business, even as he expressed concerns about supplies of memory chips - which support AI workloads - amid a production crunch.
‘People’s dad’ Jensen Huang praises, pushes Nvidia suppliers on mobbed Taiwan visit
Mr Huang said this would be another good year for business.
Japan Tourism Agency calls for strengthening measures against overtourism
The agency is mantaining its existing target to increase inbound visitors to 60 million by 2030.
Malaysia seizes US$129.9 million in crude from tankers suspected of illegally transferring oil
The vessels were found anchored and coupled at sea. Officials have not disclosed the origin of the oil.
Over 1.2 million Malaysians still living in poverty: Minister
Sabah recorded the highest number of poor people, followed by Kelantan and Terengganu.
Australian boy killed by shark in Sydney Harbour honoured at Bondi Beach
Feb 1 - An Australian boy who died after being bitten by a shark in Sydney Harbour was honoured in a surfing ceremony at Bondi Beach on Sunday, following a series of shark attacks along the country's east coast.
Pakistan says 92 militants killed after attacks in Balochistan
Balochistan borders Iran and Afghanistan and has faced a decades-long separatist insurgency.
Malaysia’s influencers deem new tax guidelines impractical, but experts say they ‘ensure fairness’
Some content creators welcome the latest income tax guidelines - including the need to declare gifts - though they call for more clarity on what exactly should be declared and how.
Oh crumbs! South Korea weighs new sugar tax amid craze over Dubai chewy cookie
The viral, high-calorie dessert reflects the country's fascination with fads, but also sets off alarm bells.
Myanmar coup 5 years on: Freedom fighters remain determined to end political deadlock
There is no immediate end to the conflict in sight, many say.
UK’s Starmer says ex-Prince Andrew should testify before Congress over Epstein ties
The latest batch of files released to the public claim Andrew remained in contact with Epstein after he was convicted of sex crimes.
Iraq's Shi'ite bloc reaffirms backing for Maliki despite Trump's warnings
Jan 31 - Iraq's alliance of Shi'ite political blocs, the Coordination Framework, reaffirmed on Saturday its support for former premier Nouri al-Maliki to lead the next government, despite a warning from U.S. President Donald Trump that Washington would no longer help Iraq if
Protesters in Copenhagen rally for Danish veterans after Trump remarks
COPENHAGEN, Jan 31 - Hundreds of Danes gathered outside the U.S. Embassy in Copenhagen on Saturday in support of veterans who said they had been insulted by President Donald Trump's comment that European allies had kept \"off the front lines\" in the Afghanistan war.
Malaysia seizes tankers with $160 million worth of crude
Malaysia pledged in 2025 to crack down on illegal activities in its maritime zones.
Canada’s opposition Conservative Party votes to keep leader Poilievre
Conservative leader Poilievre retained party leadership with a significant majority while his public opinion nationally continues to fall.
Starmer invites Japan PM to UK after Tokyo talks
Sir Keir and Sanae Takaichi discussed ways to strengthen ties between their two nations during the meeting, at the end of the UK prime minister's trip to East Asia.
Britain, Japan agree to deepen defence and security cooperation
British PM Keir Starmer arrived for a one-day Tokyo stop after a four-day visit to China.
Pakistan says 67 militants killed after coordinated attacks in Balochistan
QUETTA, Pakistan, Jan 31 - At least 67 militants were killed on Saturday as they battled Pakistan's security forces in multiple cities across the southwestern province of Balochistan, four security officials told Reuters.
Explosion occurs at Iran's southern port of Bandar Abbas, Iranian media reports
Jan 31 - An explosion occurred at Iran's southern port of Bandar Abbas on Saturday, Iranian media reported, without giving a cause for the blast.