Philippine senator calls out China in visit to disputed island

With tariffs ruling, Supreme Court reasserts its power to check Trump

WASHINGTON, Feb 21 - After siding with President Donald Trump in two dozen cases in the past year in ways that boosted his power and let him quickly transform U.S. policies on immigration, military service, federal employment and beyond, the U.S. Supreme Court finally reached

Indonesia eyes Italian aircraft carrier, but analysts wonder if it risks becoming a ‘port queen’

It remains unclear if the vessel will shift the regional balance of power or end up mostly idle at its base.

Brazil, India ink critical minerals deal as leaders meet

The deal comes as India seeks to cut its dependence on China.

US trading partners weigh impact of fresh Trump tariff moves, confusion

The US Supreme Court's ruling invalidated a number of tariffs that the Trump administration had imposed on Asian export powerhouses from China and South Korea to Japan and Taiwan, the world's largest chip maker and a key player in tech supply chains.

Hong Kong plans to buy homes devastated in deadly high-rise fire

The government also offered an apartment exchange programme for the 4,600 affected tenants, who lived in nearly 2,000 housing units at the complex, Wang Fuk Court.

US tariff ruling to have limited impact on Trump-Takaichi meeting

Mr Trump recently announced Japan’s first set of investment projects in the United States.

Global AI summit in India still without final statement

India's IT minister hoped there will be more than 80 signatories.

Malaysia’s TB outbreak: Public urged to mask up in crowded places as cases hit over 3,100

Sabah has recorded the highest number of cases.

Asian economies weigh impact of fresh Trump tariff moves, confusion

A senior financial official in China described the situation as "fiasco".

India’s AI summit: Where big ambitions met hard realities

The summit presented a complex picture, underlining both the country’s ambition and constraints.

Myitkyina Airport in Myanmar attacked by drone, MNA passenger plane hit

The aircraft’s nose, mid-body and tail lights suffered damage.

Myitkyina Airport in Myanmar attacked by drone, MNA Airlines passenger plane hit

The aircraft’s nose, mid-body and tail lights suffered damages.

Virus kills dozens of tigers in Thailand park

The provincial livestock office in Chiang Mai said that testing detected the highly infectious canine distemper virus as well as bacteria affecting the respiratory system.

Malaysia weighing impact of US tariff ruling, says trade minister

In 2025, total bilateral trade reached about RM367 billion (S$119 billion).

Philippines’ Marcos visits former rival Robredo, won’t talk alliance yet

The Philippine president said they did not discuss a political alliance for the 2028 elections.

Trump to remove Vietnam from restricted tech list: Hanoi

US President Donald Trump and Vietnam's top leader To Lam met in person for the first time at the White House on Friday, after Lam attended the inaugural meeting of Trump's "Board of Peace" in Washington.

Cargo ship navigator arrested after deadly collision in central Japan

Hanon Sugimoto was alone on the bridge when the vessel hit the side of the 16-ton fishing boat.

Trump's new tariffs underscore Hong Kong's advantages, city official says

The new levy serves to underscore Hong Kong’s “unique trade advantages”.

Taiwan says impact of new 10% US tariffs appears limited

These efforts would enable Taiwan to understand specific details of implementation and respond appropriately.

Singapore PM Wong, Malaysia’s Anwar pledge to strengthen ties, resolve outstanding issues after ‘buka puasa’

Malaysia Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim hosted Singaporean counterpart Lawrence Wong on Friday (Feb 20) at the Seri Negara estate in Kuala Lumpur, where they held a one-on-one meeting.

Virus kills over 70 tigers at north Thailand park

They were found to have canine distemper virus as well as bacteria affecting the respiratory system.

South Korea’s DIY charm craze is booming - even combs are getting makeovers

Everyday objects are transformed into personalised accessories within minutes.

An enemy’s fall frees up South Korea’s leader. Now comes the tough part

Mr Lee has vowed to heal the divided country and not to indulge in political revenge.

South Korea says US trade deal still intact after Trump tariff ruling

Seoul has pledged a full-scale response to protect national interests and Korean companies.

Brazil, India eye critical minerals deal as leaders meet

An expert said that India's growing cooperation with Brazil on critical minerals complements recent supply chain engagements with the United States, France and the European Union.

Trump meets Vietnam leader, vows to remove Hanoi from restricted lists

WASHINGTON/HANOI, Feb 20 - President Donald Trump met Vietnamese leader To Lam on Friday and said he would work to remove Hanoi from lists of countries restricted in accessing U.S. advanced technology, according to a summary of the talks posted on the news website of the

Trump meets Vietnam leader To Lam, vows to remove Hanoi from restricted lists

The meeting followed the announcement of deals worth over US$30 billion.

North Korea's Kim Jong Un reviews country's progress at key party congress

As the country's biggest political event held every five years, the congress sets policy and can bring changes in leadership roles beneath supreme commander Kim Jong Un.

How photography helped the British empire classify India

A new exhibition in Delhi showcases 200 rare photographs that fixed identities in colonial India.

Snap Insight: There’s no liberation from Trump’s tariffs, even after court ruling

It is unclear what happens to the deals made with trading partners now that President Donald Trump’s tariffs have been found illegal by the US Supreme Court, says Hinrich Foundation’s Deborah Elms.

Man given 2-year prison term in Indonesia’s Medan for selling protected sun bear

The sun bear is the world's smallest bear and is native to Indonesia and Malaysia.

Indonesia’s narcotics agency calls for full vape ban over drug abuse risk

Synthetic cannabinoids and etomidate were found in e-cigarette liquid samples tested over the past few months.

Residents in Australia’s Victoria state urged to evacuate as bushfire rages

The mountainous terrain was making it difficult for firefighters to battle the blaze from the ground.

Residents in Australia's Victoria state urged to evacuate as bushfire rages

SYDNEY, Feb 21 - An out-of-control bushfire in Australia's Victoria state prompted an evacuation alert for residents near a remote mining settlement, authorities said on Saturday.

Trump furious after Supreme Court upends his global tariffs, imposes new 10% levy

Feb 20 - U.S. President Donald Trump responded with fury to Friday's Supreme Court ruling that he lacked the power to unilaterally set tariffs on imports, denouncing individual justices as he vowed to continue a global trade war that has kept the world on edge for a year.

Take Takaichi fiscal policy seriously: The lady’s not for turning

Sanae Takaichi, reaffirmed as prime minister this week, held a press conference in which she discussed her priorities for “the Takaichi Cabinet 2.0.” In her remarks on Wednesday, February 18, she emphasized that her government’s first order of business is passing the FY2026

North Korea's Kim reviews country's progress at key party congress

SEOUL, Feb 21 - North Korean leader Kim Jong Un began reviewing the country's progress in the past five years that brought \"great transformation\" during the second day of a key party congress, state media KCNA said on Saturday.

North Korea leader Kim Jong Un reviews country’s progress at key party congress

The ruling Workers' Party hailed 'remarkable successes' in several fields.

Trump vows new tariffs, attacks Supreme Court justices for ruling

WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump said Friday he plans to keep tariffs in place using different authorities after the Supreme Court ruled he exceeded his power under the International Economic Emergency Powers Act. During the afternoon press conference in the White House

US Supreme Court ruling offers little respite for global economy

LONDON, Feb 20 - While the U.S. Supreme Court's ruling on Friday against President Donald Trump's use of tariffs marks a clear setback for his use of trade levies as an economic weapon, analysts say it offers little immediate relief for the global economy.

At least 6 killed, 25 wounded in Israeli strikes on eastern Lebanon

Feb 20 - At least six people were killed and 25 wounded in Israeli strikes in Lebanon's Bekaa Valley on Friday, the Lebanese state news agency reported, after the Israeli military said it had targeted Hezbollah sites in the Baalbek area.

Supreme Court says little about redress for Trump tariff damages

The US Supreme Court on Friday ruled that President Donald Trump exceeded his authority when he invoked an emergency law to impose sweeping global tariffs, sparking a trade war and burdening American consumers and businesses with higher costs. The 6-3 decision, authored by

Welcome to Australia's hottest beach event - nowhere near the sea

Tonnes of sand and flocks of tourists are ferried into Cootamundra for its annual volleyball tournament.

Trump orders temporary 10% global tariff to replace duties struck down by US Supreme Court

WASHINGTON, Feb 20 - U.S. President Donald Trump said on Friday that he would impose a 10% global tariff for 150 days to replace some of his emergency duties that were struck down by the U.S. Supreme Court.

US Supreme Court rules against Trump’s tariffs in 6-3 opinion

WASHINGTON — The US Supreme Court dealt a major blow to President Donald Trump’s trade agenda Friday, ruling the tariffs he issued under the International Economic Emergency Powers Act are illegal. In a 6-3 decision authored by Chief Justice John Roberts, the court said

AI summit statement delayed a day to ‘maximise’ signatories: India

New Delhi is hoping that the number of signatories to the declaration will eventually cross 80.