WASHINGTON, Jan 13 - Hate speech against minorities including Muslims and Christians in India rose by 13% in 2025, with most incidents occurring in states governed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Hindu nationalist Bharatiya Janata Party, a Washington-based research group
China, which was the most popular destination in 2025, fell to third place behind South Korea and Taiwan.
MOSCOW/ATHENS, Jan 13 - Four Greek-managed oil tankers were hit by unidentified drones on Tuesday in the Black Sea on the way to load oil at the Caspian Pipeline Consortium (CPC) terminal off the Russian coast, eight sources told Reuters.
The illicit culture involves converting military spaces into makeshift bars and smuggling in guests.
MOSCOW, Jan 13 - Two Greek-managed oil tankers were hit by drones on Tuesday near the Caspian Pipeline Consortium terminal, which handles around 80% of Kazakhstan's oil exports, six sources said.
BEIJING, Jan 13 - Donald Trump's threat to slap a 25% tariff on countries that trade with Iran risks reopening old wounds with Beijing, Tehran's top partner, challenging Chinese leader Xi Jinping's global image and resolve to defend China's commercial interests.
In late December, Tehran’s bazaar merchants began protesting against Iran’s theocratic rulers over the sharp collapse of the currency. These protests quickly spread nationwide, although the level of participation remained limited, initially. The situation changed when Reza
India’s launch of the e-B-4 “Production Investment Business Visa” for Chinese nationals, effective January 1, allows stays of up to six months, with processing times of around 50 days. The visa’s timing and intent are consequential for India-China relations. This development,
An Indian source said there were five such intrusions on Jan 11 in the Jammu region of Indian Kashmir.
TAIPEI, Jan 13 - Taiwan President Lai Ching-te thanked Canada on Tuesday for its support during recent Chinese military drills and praised the deepening of ties between the two sides, shortly ahead of a visit to China by Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney.
HONG KONG, Jan 13 - Hong Kong's High Court wrapped up mitigation hearings on Tuesday for media tycoon and China critic Jimmy Lai, in a final step before the sentencing phase of a years-long national security trial that has drawn international scrutiny.
DUBAI, Jan 13 - An Iranian parliamentarian said on Tuesday the government will face even bigger protests unless it addresses people's grievances, after more than two weeks of nationwide demonstrations that have challenged the legitimacy of the country's clerical rulers.
The engagement comes amid US President Donald Trump’s decision to slap tariffs on both nations.
The junta is overseeing a staggered election with the third and final phase of voting on Jan 25.
NARA, Jan 13 - Japan and South Korea aim to deepen security and economic ties to counter growing tension in East Asia, their leaders said on Tuesday, after a summit meeting in Japan.
The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission said it has identified the misuse of Grok to generate and disseminate harmful content.
The island's ageing fleet faces a near-daily need to scramble aircraft to intercept or monitor Chinese military planes.
The embassy warning comes after the recent high-profile extradition of alleged Chinese-Cambodian scam kingpin Chen Zhi, accused of masterminding a cryptocurrency scam.
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The number of one-person households in China is projected to reach 200 million by 2030.
China dominates the supply chain for critical minerals, refining between 47 per cent and 87 per cent of copper, lithium, cobalt, graphite and rare earths, according to the International Energy Agency.
Analysts said the capture of Venezuela's Maduro likely heightened security fears in Pyongyang.
In late November 2025, debt-related products distributed through the Zhejiang Financial Assets Exchange Center entered default. More than 15,000 onshore investors were affected, impacting approximately 25,000 households, with total exposure estimated at around RMB 24.2 billion
If found guilty, the man can be fined between RM5,000 (S$1,580) and RM20,000, and jailed for a maximum of five years.
He was assigned to the traffic operation in the area.
Teachers do not want to cane students for fear of reprisal by parents who might resort to legal action.
The app's popularity has sparked debate online, with some users finding its name morbid and unpleasant.
They are also expected to compare notes on the US amid Trump's tariffs and “America First” approach.
New destinations include the eastern Chinese cities of Nanjing, Wuxi and Hefei, as Hong Kong’s rail operator also steps up services on established links such as Shanghai.
An Aceh spokesman said the administration had provided psychosocial support services to help the children.
For many Asian electronics component suppliers, India is no longer unfamiliar territory. Sales teams visit regularly. Distributors are appointed. Memorandums are signed. Yet a familiar frustration persists: Progress feels slower than expected. Engagements stall. Relationships
Chief Justice of Malaysia Wan Ahmad Farid Wan Salleh noted that the number of court cases in Malaysia had surged by about 60 per cent since 2021.
In December 2025, South Korean and Russian diplomats held a closed-door session in Moscow to address concerns over North Korea’s expanding nuclear arsenal. The talks involved South Korea’s foreign ministry and Oleg Burmistrov, representing Russian policy on North Korea. The
SYDNEY, Jan 13 - A teenage boy from regional Australia has been charged with calling in false reports of mass shootings at U.S. retailers and educational institutions that allegedly caused widespread alarm, police said on Tuesday.
The 20th anniversary of the China Chamber of Commerce in Indonesia (CCCI), celebrated in Jakarta on January 9, was framed as a moment of confidence and continuity. Indonesian and Chinese officials spoke of scale, stability and shared ambition. With more than 600 Chinese-funded
Silvey, best known for his novel Jasper Jones, was arrested after police raided his Perth home.
The reported existence of such a hotel in the state has sparking heated debate among netizens.
OTTAWA, Jan 13 - Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney departs for China on Tuesday, where he will discuss trade and international security at a time when Canada faces uncertain relations with the U.S. due to a trade war and annexation threats from President Donald Trump.
NARA, Jan 13 - Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi and South Korean President Lee Jae Myung met in Japan on Tuesday as the two East Asian neighbours look to bolster security and economic cooperation.
Questions about the fate of the Nusantara project have lingered since he took office in October 2024.
JAKARTA, Jan 13 - Indonesia's Prabowo Subianto reiterated his commitment to a $32 billion project to build the country's new capital city as he made his first overnight stay there as president, the government said.
The two sides began negotiations in April to hash out a trade deal.
Currently, only petrol station operators are held liable for illegal attempts to pump RON95 fuel.
Grok had features that violate Malaysian laws, including the ability to create images of children.