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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.
Four 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.
4 dead, 38 missing after ferry sinks on way to Indonesia’s Bali
The cause of the accident was “bad weather”, said the government.
Mount Everest’s trash-covered slopes are being cleaned by drones
Enlisting drones can help speed up the process to collect rubbish and reduce the danger for Sherpas.
Malaysian nurses following the money abroad for more opportunities
They are taking up offers from countries like Singapore and Saudi Arabia.
Chinese aircraft carrier Shandong arrives in Hong Kong
The Shandong and its escort vessels will be in Hong Kong for five days and host tours and cultural exchange activities.
4 dead, 38 missing after ferry sinks on way to Indonesia's Bali
The vessel was carrying 65 people when it sank around 11.20pm on Wednesday (Jul 2) in the Bali Strait.
Why the Dalai Lama decided not to break from tradition on his successor
His decision reflected the fine line that even a modernising Dalai Lama must tread.
New Zealand’s South Island braces for further heavy rains, some homes evacuated
Local authorities have warned of landslides and surface flooding.
US, India push for trade pact after Trump strikes deal with Vietnam: Sources
But disagreements over US dairy and agriculture remained unresolved.
Ho Chi Minh City is the shopping haven you’ve been sleeping on: 10 fashion labels and thrift stores to hit up
From edgy independent labels to eclectic vintage troves, the Vietnamese city is the next Asian fashion shopping destination to check out. And it’s only a short flight away.
Commentary: Thai PM’s suspension threatens more than the Shinawatra legacy
Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra’s suspension amid an ethics probe into a leaked phone call comes at a bad time, even if Thailand is no stranger to political volatility, says Control Risks’ Harrison Cheng.
Commentary: A prophesied disaster likely won’t strike Japan this weekend
Despite advances in tectonic science, earthquakes can’t be predicted. But perhaps there’s something to be said for keeping people on their toes, writes Gearoid Reidy for Bloomberg Opinion.
'Be careful, they are watching you': Tibet is silent as Dalai Lama turns 90
The BBC speaks to Tibetans in Aba, which has long been at the heart of resistance to Chinese rule.
EU presses China on rare earths and Ukraine war
BRUSSELS - The European Union's top diplomat urged China's foreign minister on Wednesday to end restrictions on rare earths exports and warned that Chinese firms' support for Russia's war in Ukraine posed a serious threat to European security, the EU said.
Saudi Arabia, Indonesia sign several deals worth around $27 billion, state news agency says
CAIRO - Saudi Arabia and Indonesia signed several deals and memos of understanding worth around $27 billion between private sector institutions in several fields including clean energy and petrochemicals, the Saudi state news agency SPA reported on Wednesday.
Israeli Likud party ministers urge Netanyahu to annex West Bank
Cabinet ministers in Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's Likud party called on Wednesday for Israel to annex the Israeli-occupied West Bank before the Knesset recesses at the end of the month.
Iranian nuclear program degraded by up to two years, Pentagon says
WASHINGTON - The Pentagon said on Wednesday that U.S. strikes 10 days ago had degraded Iran's nuclear program by up to two years, suggesting the U.S. military operation likely achieved its goals despite a far more cautious initial assessment that leaked to the public.
Trump says he will put 20 per cent tariff on Vietnam's exports
President Trump says goods from Vietnam will face a 20 per cent tariff, lower than the initial 46 per cent levy announced in April.
Pope Leo tells Turkish first lady he might visit Turkey in November, presidency says
ISTANBUL and VATICAN CITY - Pope Leo told Turkish First Lady Emine Erdogan that he aims to visit Turkey at the end of November, according to a readout of their meeting at the Vatican on Wednesday by the Turkish presidency.
Hong Kong proposes legal recognition for same-sex couples registered overseas
HONG KONG - The Hong Kong government is proposing to establish a registration system for same-sex couples who are married or registered overseas to receive legal recognition, according to an official document released on Wednesday.
Dalai Lama says only his organisation can name his successor; Beijing pushes back
China says the succession must comply with religious rituals, historical conventions, and Chinese laws and regulations.
Dalai Lama says he will have a successor who won’t be picked by China
The Tibetan spiritual leader says his team will find the next Dalai Lama as Beijing attempts to assert control.
Indonesian influencer given 7-year Myanmar prison sentence
The influencer was arrested by the Myanmar authorities in December.
Hong Kong govt proposes recognising same-sex couples’ rights
The policy paper limited the scope to healthcare-related rights and rights related to one's death.
Russia urges Azerbaijan to repair ties with Moscow amid diplomatic crisis
MOSCOW/BAKU - The Russian Foreign Ministry on Wednesday urged Azerbaijan to restore its ties with Moscow to a level befitting \"strategic cooperation\" after saying that certain forces were trying to wreck the two countries' relationship.
Azerbaijan demands punishment for death of brothers in Russian police custody
BAKU - Azerbaijan demanded on Wednesday that Russia punish those responsible for the deaths of two Azerbaijani men in police custody, refusing to back down in a growing diplomatic dispute.
Who is the Dalai Lama and why does he live in exile?
The Dalai Lama, now 90, remains at the centre of China's complicated relationship with Tibet.
Drinking of alcohol to be banned at Malaysia’s Port Dickson public beaches
Existing by-laws did not specify that drinking alcohol in public places was an offence.
'A taste of China': Luckin Coffee’s US debut draws cheers from Chinese media and consumers
The Chinese coffee giant's entry into the US marks a new milestone for the company over its rival Starbucks, which has been seeing falling market shares in China.
Bangladesh ex-PM Hasina in absentia gets six months in jail for contempt of court
DHAKA - Bangladesh's ousted and self-exiled Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina was sentenced to six months in prison by the country's International Crimes Tribunal on Wednesday in a contempt of court case, a top prosecutor said.
Hiroshima mayor urges Trump visit after US President’s A-bomb comments
Mr Trump likened the 1945 atomic bombings on Hiroshim and Nagasaki to recent US air strikes on Iran.
Japan invokes national interest amid struggling tariff talks with US
It has yet to secure a trade deal after nearly three months of negotiations.
Seoul’s first water bus offers scenic commute, but challenges remain
It is set to official operate in September 2025.
Bangladesh court sentences ex-PM Hasina to prison for contempt
The contempt conviction stems from Hasina’s remarks about 227 murder cases against her.
Data platforms such as Stocktwits may hurt long-term forecasts
Since the beginning of the century, the number of satellites orbiting Earth has increased more than 800%, from less than 1,000 to more than 9,000. This profusion has had a number of strange and disturbing repercussions. One of them is that companies are selling data from
Absence with significance: Why Xi Jinping is skipping BRICS for the first time, and what’s at stake
Chinese Premier Li Qiang will travel to Brazil instead to attend the annual meeting. Despite the optics, analysts say President Xi's no-show doesn’t indicate a retreat from the intergovernmental grouping.
Commentary: Xiaomi made a cheap Ferrari EV. Who needs luxury carmakers?
Western luxury automakers should fear the increasingly sophisticated (and cheap) electric vehicles that China is churning out, says Chris Bryant for Bloomberg Opinion.
