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North Korea's ruling party re-elects Kim Jong Un general secretary for bolstering nuclear power
SEOUL, Feb 23 - North Korea's ruling Workers' Party re-elected leader Kim Jong Un as general secretary at the fourth day of its party congress meetings on Sunday, state news agency KCNA reported on Monday.
Why Indonesia is getting an aircraft carrier, and how Southeast Asian countries could respond
The acquisition of the Giuseppe Garibaldi would make Indonesia the second country in Southeast Asia, and the fifth in Asia, to operate an aircraft carrier.
Malampaya’s new gas find may steady Philippines’ power supply, but cheaper bills remain elusive
The new well must still be connected to the existing system through a 5km pipeline link.
Strong quake hits off Sabah
Tremours were felt on Sabah’s west coast and in several areas of Sarawak state.
3 bodies found after fire near Tokyo; children feared among dead
Two elementary school girls and their grandmother remain unaccounted for.
2 children among 6 killed in Vietnam boat collision at popular lake site
The passenger boat was carrying families visiting relatives for Tet, Vietnam’s Lunar New Year.
Russian embassy in Seoul displays ‘Victory will be ours’ banner ahead of Ukraine war anniversary
The embassy plans to hold a public event on Feb 25 to mark the anniversary of the invasion.
Tariff ruling limits Trump's leverage but won't end uncertainty for trade partners
WASHINGTON, Feb 22 - The U.S. Supreme Court's decision to strike down a large swath of President Donald Trump's tariffs has weakened his ability to threaten and impose tariffs at a moment's notice, but it won't end gnawing uncertainty for trade partners or companies.
Thai authorities find staged foreign government offices during raid on suspected scam hub
Staged settings designed to resemble overseas government agencies was also found in the raid.
US envoy's remarks on Israel and Middle East land draw condemnation in region
JERUSALEM, Feb 21 - Comments by U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee suggesting that Israel had a biblical right to much of the Middle East drew condemnation over the weekend from countries across the region, who called his remarks \"dangerous and inflammatory\".
India delays US trade talks after Supreme Court rejects Trump tariffs: Source
The delegation had been set to leave on Sunday for talks to finalise an interim trade deal.
India delays US trade talks after Supreme Court rejects Trump tariffs, source says
The delegation had been set to leave on Feb 22 for talks to finalise an interim trade deal.
India delays U.S. trade talks after Supreme Court rejects Trump tariffs, source says
NEW DELHI, Feb 22 - India has delayed plans to send a trade delegation to Washington this week, chiefly because of uncertainty after the U.S. Supreme Court struck down tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump, a source in its trade ministry said on Sunday.
Two-thirds of South Koreans contacted for work after hours: Survey
About 31 per cent of the respondents said they received work-related contact after 10pm.
South Korean police checking for more possible victims of ‘motel drug killings’
Officials are zeroing in on those contacted by her in a manner similar to the two known victims.
ICC bars in-person visits for ex-Philippine president Duterte during hearing, family says
He has waived his right to appear before the ICC, saying the tribunal has no jurisdiction over him.
Iran and US views on sanctions relief differ, Iranian official tells Reuters
DUBAI, Feb 22 - Iran and the United States have differing views over sanctions relief in talks to curb Tehran's nuclear ambitions, a senior Iranian official told Reuters on Sunday, adding that new talks were planned in early March as fears of a military confrontation grow.
Brazil doesn't want 'new Cold War', Lula says before Trump meeting
NEW DELHI, Feb 22 - Brazil does not want a \"new Cold War\", President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva said on Sunday, urging the Trump administration to treat all countries equally ahead of a trip to meet the U.S. president.
Hadi’s protege Samsuri takes helm of Malaysia’s Perikatan Nasional after Muhyiddin exit
Perikatan Nasional breaks its unspoken rule and picks someone who is not a party president as chairman.
China’s visa-free travel is diplomacy sweetener as it rekindles ties with middle powers
The addition of Canada and Britain brings the number of countries with visa-free access to China to 79.
No change in Johor Ramadan bazaar SOPs despite rise in TB cases, says official
Visitors to bazaars are encouraged to exercise precautionary measures to reduce disease spread.
Pakistan launches deadly strikes on Afghanistan
Pakistan says the strikes were retaliation for recent suicide bombings in the country.
New Zealand marks 15th anniversary of Christchurch quake that killed 185
For some bereaved families, justice remains elusive 15 years after the quake.
South Korea protests Japanese event over disputed islands
In a statement on Sunday (Feb 22), South Korea's foreign ministry said it strongly objected to the Takeshima Day event held by Japan's Shimane prefecture and urged Japan to abolish the ceremony immediately.
Russia hits Ukraine energy infrastructure with major missile, drone strikes, Kyiv says
KYIV, Feb 22 - Russia attacked Ukraine with dozens of strike drones and ballistic and cruise missiles, focusing on energy infrastructure, the Ukrainian military and local officials said on Sunday.
North Korean movie about assassination attempt of late leader aired on TV
Days And Nights Of Confrontation depicts a plot to kill Mr Kim Jong Il, current leader Kim Jong Un's late father.
Malaysian cops nab smash-and-grab suspect who targeted parked cars at MRT stations in KL
Checks revealed the suspect has six previous criminal offences and one drug offence on his record.
Japan’s traditional ‘naked festival’ leaves 3 attendees unconscious
Almost yearly, people are injured at the event, which ranks among Japan's major eccentric festivals.
Trump imposes blanket 15% tariffs as post-ruling turmoil spreads
US President Donald Trump has announced the United States will increase baseline tariffs on imports from all countries to 15%, as the fallout continues from a seismic Supreme Court ruling on Friday. Trump had imposed sweeping “reciprocal tariffs” last year under an Emergency
Will DAP stay or quit Malaysia’s Cabinet? No matter what, damage already done for Anwar’s biggest ally
DAP will now be left to choose the lesser of two evils in its role in the Anwar administration.
Global trade trapped between US tantrums and China’s bravado
If you are an Asian exporter, port operator or supply-chain manager, “trade geopolitics” is not an abstract debate. It is the volatility premium paid in freight, contracts, inventory and investment decisions. Trump’s latest move—lifting a new global tariff rate to 15% after the
Cloud seeding helps induce rain as Riau continues to battle wildfires
A salt dispersal operation was carried out along Riau's eastern coast, where forest fires raged.
Australian warship transits Taiwan Strait, tracked by China’s navy
The Toowoomba conducted a routine transit through the Taiwan Strait on Feb 20 and Feb 21.
Architect of botched Doha Agreement angling for a comeback
A former Trump administration official to blame for Afghanistan falling into the Taliban’s hands seeks a political comeback despite championing the terror group and a convicted pro-Taliban narco baron. Zalmay Khalilzad, 73, an American-Afghan lobbyist-turned-diplomat, served as
Australian warship transits Taiwan Strait, tracked by China's navy
It is the latest transit of the sensitive waterway by a US ally, which Chinese state-backed media said was tracked and monitored by the nation's military.
Indonesian police probe $1.88 billion money laundering scheme linked to illegal gold mining
The authorities have so far questioned 37 witnesses in the case.
‘Solar sheep’ help rural Australia go green, one panel at a time
Australia poured billions into solar power, wind turbines and green manufacturing.
Afghanistan's ruling Taliban says Pakistan strikes kill, injure dozens
KARACHI, Feb 22 - Pakistan said it launched strikes on militant targets in Afghanistan after blaming recent suicide bombings - including assaults during the Muslim holy month of Ramadan - on fighters it said were operating from its neighbour's territory.
Australia PM Albanese rejects immigration cuts as far-right grows
Electoral polls show a surge in support for the country’s hard-right One Nation Party.
How football is helping girls fight against forced marriage
Two sisters in an Indian village talk about how football has changed their lives and helped them push back against child marriage.
Australia rejects report it is repatriating families of ISIS militants from Syrian camp
PM Anthony Albanese has said his government would not help the group return to Australia.
Australia rejects report it is repatriating families of IS militants from Syrian camp
Feb 22 - Australia's centre-left government on Sunday rejected a local media report that said it was working to repatriate Australians in a Syrian camp holding families of suspected Islamic State militants.