Is Myanmar's army reversing its losses? It's complicated

A rebel group that took a key town lost it to the junta two weeks later. But there's more to the story.

As the Gulf builds a post-oil future, this is how its Asian expats are seizing opportunities

A former commando from Singapore, a national footballer from Indonesia, an AI expert from China — they are some of the Asian migrants eyeing new heights in the Middle East. The documentary Gulf Falcons tells their stories.

Analysis: Malaysia by-election a test of government unity; poor result could bury idea of PH-BN ‘super coalition’

Voters in Selangor’s Kuala Kubu Bharu could abstain or vote for the opposition to show dissatisfaction with how the unity government has handled issues of race and livelihood, analysts say.

20 Cambodian soldiers killed in ammunition base explosion

Singapore Airlines ordered to pay S$3,580 to couple in India over faulty seats: Reports

The couple's business class seats had failed to electronically recline during their journey from Hyderabad to Australia via Singapore last year.

Influencer Harry Jowsey diagnosed with skin cancer

The TV personality urges his followers to "please wear sunscreen" after being diagnosed with skin cancer.

US officials probe Indian spice mix pesticide claims

Officials in several countries say spice mixes made by MDH and Everest may contain ethylene oxide.

Mount Fuji view to be blocked to deter tourists

Residents are fed up with visitors dropping rubbish and parking illegally as they seek the perfect photo.

Taiwan reports Chinese military activity after Blinken leaves Beijing

Taiwan said that it detected 22 Chinese military aircraft, 12 of which had crossed the sensitive median line of the Taiwan Strait.

Philippines denies deal with China over disputed South China Sea shoal

A spokesperson at China's embassy in Manila said on Apr 18 that the Philippines and China had agreed early this year to a "new model" in managing tensions at the Second Thomas Shoal, something Manila rejects.

North Korea accuses US of politicising human rights issues

Biden places politics over strategy in US Steel sale

Eight years ago, then-president Barack Obama made a decision that has undermined US standing and influence in the Indo-Pacific to this day. Obama let political calculations trump strategic concerns as he contemplated – and eventually decided against – ratification of the

Chinese EV makers zooming by pioneer Tesla

Granted, Tesla’s share price has bounced on short covering and the return of perennial optimism after dropping by more than 40% since the beginning of the year. But the Beijing International Automotive Exhibition should serve as a reminder that rivals in growing numbers have

Why is the US going after TikTok?

The BBC's Suranjana Tewari considers what the future holds for the hugely popular social media app.

New York returns 30 pillaged relics to Cambodia, Indonesia

Sand dunes, ziplines, water rafting: Vietnam’s south-central coast is perfect for adrenaline junkies

Beyond the usual Vietnam cafe-hopping and city jaunts, experience the adventurous side of the country’s south-central coast in Phan Thiet and Cam Ranh.