China says Long March 7A rocket launch failed after flight anomaly

Failure is first of Long March 7A rocket since maiden voyage in 2020.

North Korea condemns Japan’s White Paper, calling it ‘re-invasion paper’

Pyongyang has ratcheted up its criticism of Tokyo’s defence policy in recent weeks.

North Korea condemns Japan's white paper, calling it 're-invasion paper'

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Commentary: The real reason behind Trump’s yen intervention

The United States is bolstering the Japanese yen, as it did with the Argentine peso. The reasons are not solely economic, says Cornell University's Eswar Prasad.

Turkish parliament passes landmark law to advance PKK peace process

ANKARA, Aug 10 - Turkey's parliament passed a law on Monday establishing a legal framework for the disbandment of the outlawed Kurdistan Workers Party (PKK), a major step toward ending a decades-old conflict that has killed tens of thousands.

US judge dismisses criminal case against Indian billionaire Gautam Adani

The US Justice Department decided to abandon the fraud and bribery case.

Russia's top court bars anti-war party from parliamentary vote

LONDON, Aug 10 - Russia's Supreme Court on Monday barred the liberal Yabloko party from contesting September's parliamentary elections, sidelining the only officially registered party that opposes Moscow's war in Ukraine.

How to reverse rising inequality in Asia’s cities

Asia and the Pacific is urbanizing faster than any other region. By 2050, its cities will be home to 3.4 billion people, up from 2.2 billion today – the equivalent of adding around two Delhi-sized cities every year. The region’s future will depend on how this urban expansion is

Days of heavy rain leave at least 16 dead in Philippines

The rains, exacerbated by tropical storms, have led to school and government office closures across the main island of Luzon and flooding in the streets of the capital Manila.

US not disengaging from Asia, seeks 'partners, not protectorates', says Pentagon official

Seeking to counter concerns about Washington's reliability, the Undersecretary of Defense for Policy reiterated the US' interest in the region as he called for greater burden-sharing and "partnership, not dependency".

Seven Uzbek citizens killed in drone attack on Russia's Tatarstan region, consulate says

TASHKENT, Aug 10 - Seven Uzbek citizens were killed in a drone attack in Russia's Tatarstan region on Monday, the Uzbek consulate in Kazan said.

Japanese city offers beetle larvae as gifts for tax donations

The city offered as gifts 15 male larvae that are just about to enter their pupal stage.

Three found clinging to capsized boat off Incheon after 11 hours missing

The three men, in their 20s or 30s, were found wearing life jackets near Choji Island.

Incheon Airport moves to evict homeless people, advocates push back

The eviction order follows increased media attention on homelessness at the airport.

72-year-old Singaporean man rescued after being kidnapped in Malaysia

The kidnap-for-ransom syndicate lured the man with a job offer and later demanded S$1 million for his release, according to Malaysian media.

Quake-hit Suntory beer factory to resume operations in 3 to 4 months

The firm confirmed that output equipment and buildings had sustained damage during the earthquake.

Final vote delayed in parts of Pakistan-administered Kashmir over security fears

LAHORE, Aug 10 - The third round of regional elections in Pakistan-administered Kashmir was marred by delays and security concerns on Monday, weeks after deadly protests erupted in the region and authorities imposed sweeping restrictions.

Bangladesh PM seeks ‘conducive environment’ to reset ties with India

His remarks underline his government’s efforts to stabilise relations with its largest neighbour.

Bangladesh PM seeks 'conducive environment' to reset ties with India

DHAKA, Aug 10 - Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman told India's envoy on Monday that there was a need to create a \"conducive environment\" to boost ties between the neighbours, as Dhaka continues to press New Delhi over the politically sensitive issue of ousted Prime

Former Thai MP allegedly kills official and confesses on YouTube

Chalong Riewrang called a YouTube livestream to say he had shot a government official.

Malaysia was confident in its social media ban, but kids are still on TikTok

Malaysia is not alone in struggling to implement and enforce restrictions on social media use.

China slams India for naming sites in disputed border region

China described India’s move as “illegal and invalid“.

Indian students step up exam protests in Jharkhand

Protests in Ranchi, capital of the eastern state home to more than 33 million people, began on Jul 29, days after a youth-led "cockroach" movement in New Delhi forced the resignation of the national education minister.

Asean working to be world’s fourth-largest economy by 2030, says Malaysian foreign minister

Mohamad Hasan says challenges include how member states can collectively become a grouping with a strong economy.

Thai school shooting: Officer wearing shorts to scene was off duty, rushed from doctor’s appointment

Images on social media showed the officer in plain clothes, but carrying full tactical equipment.

Indonesian president nominates acting head to lead central bank

Destry Damayanti has been nominated as the sole candidate for the job, said a presidential spokesman.

‘Cockroach party’ says Modi government broke India protest promise

The party reiterated it will remain a pressure group rather than enter electoral politics.

Australia tightens curbs on two Northern Minerals shareholders ordered to divest

The move comes amid worries that China-linked parties were seeking control of the rare earths miner.

Sri Lanka arrests Rajapaksa party chief over alleged death threat

He warned the police chief last week that he could be killed if he continued to be partisan.

‘Baby Shark Boy’ grows up: YouTube sensation to make K-pop debut

Park Geon-roung will release his first digital single, WAVE, on Aug 20.

US not disengaging from Asia, seeks ‘partners, not protectorates,’ says Pentagon official

Washington wants its partners to shoulder more responsibility for their defence.

Indian police fire tear gas, use batons to disperse youth protesters

BHUBANESWAR, India, Aug 10 - Police in eastern India used tear gas, batons and water cannon to disperse thousands of youth protesters as they marched on the state legislature in Jharkhand state on Monday over alleged wrongdoing in civil service examinations, TV footage showed.

Ex-Thai MP kills local official at work as country reels from school shooting

Ex-Thai MP fatally shoots local official over money row

Police said the suspected shooter, former lawmaker Chalong Riewrang, fired at the chairman of the Provincial Administrative Organization in Nonthaburi, which borders Bangkok, because of a disagreement over borrowed money.

South Korea, US to conduct military drills amid evolving North Korea threats

SEOUL, Aug 10 - South Korea and the United States will conduct major joint military drills from August 17 to 27, incorporating exercises to counter drones, GPS disruption and cyberattacks as they adapt to North Korea's evolving capabilities, officials said on Monday.

India police fire tear gas at protesters seeking exam reforms

Thousands of students and job seekers have gathered in Jharkhand state, weeks after the "cockroach" protests took place in Delhi.

Patriot interceptors ‘on the way’ to Ukraine: another Trump con

Trump’s big con convinced too many that Patriot interceptors were coming to Ukraine The actual reporting of war and politics these days in most media outlets can be incredibly weak. The system often seems broken – reporting White House-inspired narratives that have no basis in

Police seek charges against Bangkok bar owner for deadly fire

Thai police are seeking to charge the bar's owner with six offences, including negligence causing death, serious injury, harm and fire, as well as criminal mischief and running an entertainment venue without a licence.

Philippines weighs social media ban for minors as school violence, online extremism fuel alarm

But experts warn that blanket bans could backfire, arguing that stronger platform safeguards, counselling and parental involvement may be more effective.

South Korea to launch $4.5b chip fund, speed development of semiconductor hubs

This comes as Seoul seeks to accelerate plans for new chip manufacturing hubs.

South Korea to launch $3.5 billion chip fund, speed development of semiconductor hubs

SEOUL, Aug 10 - South Korea will launch a 5 trillion won ($3.52 billion) semiconductor fund targeting promising chip materials, parts, equipment and fabless companies, a presidential official said, as Seoul seeks to accelerate plans for new chip manufacturing hubs across the

Malaysia PM Anwar undergoing medical procedures

The prime minister, who turned 79 on Monday and has been in office since 2022, has had recurrent shoulder and back problems.

Myanmar pushes back on ASEAN envoy and call to free Suu Kyi

The relationship between Myanmar and ASEAN has been strained since 2021.

Typhoon Dolphin soaks China’s east, disrupts life in Shanghai as Beijing braces itself for torrential rain

Beijing is prepared to activate its flood control response on the morning of Aug 11.

Storms from Dolphin soak China's east, disrupt life in Shanghai

BEIJING/SHANGHAI, Aug 10 - Torrential rain and storms in Typhoon Dolphin's wake have swept through several provinces in China's east, drenching the coastal region and flooding streets in Shanghai, the country's second most populated city.

Gunman fires inside Thai government office as country reels from school shooting

BANGKOK, Aug 10 - A gunman was arrested after firing shots at a local government office on the outskirts of Thailand's capital on Monday, officials said, just days after a teenager's killing rampage at a school in the same province reignited debate over gun control.

Gunman kills Thai official at work as country reels from school shooting

The suspected gunman, a former lawmaker, fired at a senior provincial official and his driver.