Ex-security chiefs to appeal against death penalty over Sri Lanka bombings

The pair would file an appeal in the Supreme Court within two weeks.

India's Modi forgives student protesters who abused him, says punishing them 'will not change situation'

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi said "mistakes made in youth" should be corrected through guidance rather than legal action.

Dogs allowed: Animal hospital opens doors to Japan quake survivors and their pets

Ryunosuke Animal Hospital in downtown Kumamoto, which was jolted by a powerful earthquake this week, has converted a space into temporary housing for evacuees, with separate rooms for owners of cats and dogs.

As youth protests dominate India, Kerala state is grappling with an ageing problem

India’s elderly population is projected to reach about 230 million by 2036.

China conducts naval, air patrols around disputed shoal in South China Sea

Indonesia president says willing to visit North Korea to open dialogue on request of South Korea president

Indonesia's President Prabowo Subianto said his South Korean counterpart Lee Jae Myung made the request during his last visit to Seoul in April.

India’s ‘cockroach’ party plans to build a national movement

The youth-led group will press the authorities on jobs, prices and alleged police misconduct.

Japan’s rescuers battle ‘intense heat’ after massive earthquake

Thousands remain in shelters, many without air-conditioning, as heatstroke cases rise.

India's Modi says punishing student protesters will not resolve situation

MUMBAI, Aug 1 - Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi said he wanted to forgive students who hurled expletives at him during protests last month, saying that punishing them and forcing them to appear repeatedly in court would not help resolve the situation.

India PM Modi says punishing student protesters will not resolve situation

The students hurled expletives at him during protests in July.

Dogs allowed! Animal hospital opens doors to Japan quake survivors and their pets

The Ryunosuke Animal Hospital in Kumamoto converted classrooms into temporary housing for evacuees.

ASEAN winners and losers in the era of the Hormuz crisis

The Hormuz crisis is too often seen as ASEAN oil-shock story. Truth is, it is that. But in addiiton it’s a human ledger of pain and an economic index of sorts. Ask who’s been hurt the most regionally, and the answer is more complex than most of us might imagine. The answer is

China denies US accusation of forced labour in Xinjiang

The Commerce Ministry urged the US to stop “attacking and smearing” Xinjiang.

Solomon Islands signs security agreement with US, reaffirms neutrality

Engaging with both Beijing and Washington is ‘standard practice’ for countries in the region, experts said.

China conducts naval, air patrols around disputed shoal near the Philippines

The Chinese military said the drills were aimed at testing its combat readiness.

Australia defends teen social media ban after study shows most still online

The findings underscored the difficulty of policing a digital world woven into daily life.

Indonesia’s Prabowo willing to go to North Korea to open a dialogue at request of South Korea

Indonesia traditionally has a non-aligned foreign policy.

Indonesia President Prabowo willing to go to North Korea to open a dialogue at request of South Korea

Indonesia traditionally has a non-aligned foreign policy.

Trump’s tariffs are sending some companies back to China

For some US brands seeking a location for their factories, the economic logic is once again pointing to China.

Negeri Sembilan votes in state election seen as key test of Anwar’s path to a second term

The election is largely a battle between his Pakatan Harapan and the joint forces of Barisan Nasional and Perikatan Nasional.

North Korea says NATO fuel plan shows alliance preparing for war

SEOUL, Aug 1 - North Korea accused NATO on Saturday of preparing for war by expanding military fuel infrastructure across Europe, saying the alliance's plans show it is becoming a more aggressive military bloc.

As Negeri Sembilan votes, all eyes on whether Anwar’s PH can retain state

Interest is centred on whether Pakatan Harapan can rebound from a dismal performance in the Jul 11 Johor state election and fend off a challenge from a partner teaming up with a rival.

5 things to know about Negeri Sembilan’s state polls on Aug 1 - a high-stakes test for Anwar’s PH

Interest is centred on whether Pakatan Harapan can rebound from a dismal performance in the Jul 11 Johor state election and fend off a challenge from a partner teaming up with a rival.

On the trail of the Negeri Sembilan campaign

In Negeri Sembilan, unique matrilineal traditions and modern politics collide at the polls.

Russian grain lobby says Kyiv's attacks threaten Black Sea exports, global food security

MOSCOW, July 31 - Russia's main grain lobby group warned on Friday that Ukrainian drone attacks on Russian ships and ports could shut down grain exports via the Black Sea in the near future, pushing up prices and causing hunger in Africa and the Middle East.

Where Trump, Israel and Hamas stand on Gaza roadmap

July 31 - U.S. President Donald Trump has announced what he described as a breakthrough agreement to end the Gaza war, but major gaps remain over how any deal would be implemented.

Former Sri Lankan defence official, ex-police chief sentenced to death over 2019 Easter bombings

COLOMBO, July 31 - Sri Lanka's former police chief Pujith Jayasundara and former senior defence official Hemasiri Fernando were sentenced to death on Friday over the 2019 Easter bombings that killed 279 people, local media reported.

Teen stabbed dead by schoolmate in Philippine high school

The police have not disclosed the motive for the attack or the attacker's status.

Sri Lanka sentences two ex-security officials to death over 2019 bombings

A three-judge bench ruled that the duo had failed in their duties to stop the deadly attacks.

India approves US$8.81 billion offshore oil and gas exploration plan

Singapore school operator drops Sapporo plans as immigration backlash raises child safety concerns

The episode highlights the gap between the city's economic ambitions and local realities.

A weak German economy, a weaker chancellor

Subscribe now with a one-month trial for only $1, then enjoy the first year at an exclusive rate of just $99. Merz loses political control as Berlin’s troubles spreadDiego Faßnacht reports that Friedrich Merz’s botched personnel reset has deepened doubts about his authority

Can monthly vouchers revive South Korea’s shrinking rural communities?

A pilot scheme to offer monthly vouchers in rural South Korea is boosting local spending and attracting new residents. But officials say reversing decades of depopulation will require much more than cash incentives.