Four killed in post-poll unrest in India's West Bengal
Police said clashes between rival party supporters erupted in state capital Kolkata.
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Courting anxious allies, Japan pitches stability and strength in Asia
Japanese PM Takaichi seemed eager to tap into growing anxiety in Asia and Australia over Beijing.
Japan strikes combat role in South China Sea in post-war pivot
Shared concerns over China have drawn Manila and Tokyo together.
Iran foreign minister meets Chinese counterpart a week before Trump's Beijing trip
BEIJING, May 6 - Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi met China's top diplomat in Beijing on Wednesday, underscoring close ties between the two countries shortly before U.S. President Donald Trump is scheduled to travel to meet with Xi Jinping.
Syrian forces detain Uzbek fighters in security sweep
LONDON, May 6 - Syrian forces have arrested Uzbek fighters during a security sweep in the northwest, after a dispute involving one of them escalated into protests outside a government security facility, two Syrian security officials said.
Modi, Lam meet as India and Vietnam deepen AI, defence ties
This comes as Washington remain unpredictable and the Iran war continues to disrupt trade.
Bangkok could become ASEAN’s hottest major city by 2050, with temperatures crossing 38 deg C: Report
By 2050, the number of days when temperatures exceed 35 deg C is expected to rise to 120 days a year.
Iran’s Foreign Minister meets Chinese counterpart before Trump’s Beijing trip
Before the war, China bought more than 80 per cent of Iran’s shipped oil.
How China quietly erased Taiwan from coffee’s world stage
When Bala stepped onto the podium in San Diego in April, holding the trophy for the 2026 World Latte Art Championship, the backdrop behind him said “Luckin Coffee” — the Chinese chain that was an official sponsor of the event. He had just poured a raccoon, a giraffe and red
North Korea drops references to unification from constitution
The revision codifies leader Kim Jong Un’s push to treat the two Koreas as separate states.
Iran says it wants a 'comprehensive agreement' with US
May 6 - Iran will only accept \"a fair and comprehensive agreement\" in its negotiations with the U.S. on ending the war in the Middle East, its foreign minister said on Wednesday, as President Donald Trump cited \"great progress\" in the process.
Three tourists detained in Bali over alleged online sex ring operations on island
Officials discovered a website allegedly advertising sexual services involving foreign nationals.
Child protection workers stood down after alleged murder of Australian girl
The 5-year-old was found dead five days after she went missing from an Aboriginal town camp in Alice Springs.
China to probe deadly fireworks factory blast
Smoke still billowed from the plant two days after a powerful explosion on May 4.
North Korea revises constitution to drop references to unification of Korean Peninsula
SEOUL, May 6 - North Korea has revised its constitution to define its territory as bordering South Korea and remove references to reunification, according to a draft of the text reviewed by Reuters, codifying leader Kim Jong Un’s push to treat the two Koreas as separate states.
North Korea drops references to unification with South from Constitution
The revised Constitution also includes a new clause delineating North Korea’s territory.
Free eSIM, transit cards among month-long rail booking perks for tourists in South Korea
The campaign will run through June 3.
Vietnam launches fresh crackdown on online piracy under threat of US tariffs
Ministries were told to boost detection of copyright infringement by at least 20 per cent in May.
AI chiefs in a big ‘jobocalypse’ messaging swerve
Something big happened in the world of AI the other day: Sam Altman, founder and CEO of OpenAI, and probably the person who’s most commonly regarded as the face of the industry, declared that the purpose of AI is not to take people’s jobs: And he recently called AI CEOs
US to close consulate in Pakistan’s Peshawar citing safety concerns
The US embassy in Islamabad will handle all diplomatic engagement with Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province.
US to close consulate in Pakistan's Peshawar citing safety concerns
PESHAWAR, Pakistan, May 6 - The United States will close its consulate in Pakistan's Peshawar, citing the safety of its diplomats, the State Department said in a statement published on Tuesday.
China’s J-35AE for Pakistan risks nuclear escalation with India
China may be preparing to supply Pakistan with a stealth fighter that could give Islamabad a new edge in striking deep into India—and unsettle an already fragile nuclear balance. This month, the South China Morning Post (SCMP) reported that China’s state broadcaster has
Australia, US, then Japan: What’s behind Indonesia’s flurry of defence deals?
A burst of agreements signals a more active Indonesia, but questions remain over delivery and direction.
Malaysia’s anti-graft agency vows to recover more high-value art bought with 1MDB scandal funds
A total of 12 pieces of artwork linked to 1MDB have been identified, with eight yet to be recovered.
Bondi Beach mass shooting accused faces 19 extra charges
Akram, who is being held in a high-security prison, is yet to indicate how he will plead.
Philippines urges Myanmar to grant ASEAN envoy access to Aung San Suu Kyi
The Philippines said access for ASEAN's special envoy would support engagement with all stakeholders and advance inclusive national dialogue.
Cambodian PM’s cousin says he owned 30% stake in scam-linked firm
He said he did not receive any profits, dividends or assets from the firm, Huione Pay.
Renowned Indian film producer RB Choudary dies in car crash after attending relative’s wedding
The veteran film producer, who founded the film production and distribution company Super Good Films, has been a prominent name in Tamil and Telugu cinema since the 1980s.
South Korea’s HMM says ship set ablaze in Strait of Hormuz to be towed to Dubai
South Korea said the cause of the fire would only be confirmed after the vessel was inspected.
South Korea's HMM says ship set ablaze in Strait of Hormuz to be towed to Dubai
SEOUL, May 6 - South Korean shipper HMM said on Wednesday it had secured a vessel to tow a bulk carrier it operates to a port in Dubai after an explosion and fire damaged the ship, which had been stranded in the Strait of Hormuz.
Trump’s leaky Hormuz blockade needs Malacca control to work
This weekend, two Iranian Very Large Crude Carriers – HUGE and DERYA – successfully navigated the US Navy’s blockade of the Strait of Hormuz and passed through Indonesia’s Lombok Strait, carrying 3.8 million barrels of crude destined for desperate Asian markets. Opponents of US
Iran war jolts China’s well-oiled manufacturing hub
Chinese factories are picking up a ballooning raw materials bill.
Australia and Fiji agree new security treaty with eye on China
The details of the treaty will be finalised in coming weeks.
Two cases of concealed births uncovered in Melaka
In one case, the skeletal remains of a baby were found buried in Alor Gajah district.
Japanese start-up to launch Gundam-inspired Haro robot into space
The spherical robot made of aluminium is expected to be sent into space by next spring.
Ho Chi Minh City targets teaching some subjects in English at eligible schools
The southern city is also advancing a proposal to make English a second language in schools.
Australia to establish one billion litre national fuel stockpile
The government-owned reserve would bolster long-term supplies of diesel and aviation fuel.
New Zealand to require citizenship test for migrants from 2027
The test will be conducted in person and feature 20 multi-choice questions in English.
Samsung Electronics market value tops US$1 trillion on AI chip boom
Samsung Electronics has emerged as a key player in the supply of high-performing chips.
Judge who convicted South Korean ex-first lady Kim Keon Hee found dead days after ruling
Police found what appears to be a suicide note that reportedly made no mention of the ruling.
Fourth intern doctor death in two months fuels calls for reform in Indonesia
She reportedly suffered from a lung infection but continued working without taking sick leave.
Australia says Islamic State-linked citizens in Syria camp plan to return home
The authorities said they will receive no government assistance.