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Indonesia, India sign wide range of agreements, including on health and security
This took place ahead of India’s Republic Day celebrations on Jan 26.
South Korea to release preliminary report of Jeju Air crash by Monday
One area under investigation is what role a bird strike might have played in flight 7C2216's crash.
As CNY draws close, young Chinese seek solace in ‘digital relatives’
They say they turned to “digital relatives” because they do not see any other way to communicate with their parents.
South Korea to release preliminary report of Jeju Air crash by Jan 27
One area under investigation is what role a bird strike played in the Dec 29 crash.
India probes mystery illness after 17 die: Reports
All those who died had damage to the brain and nervous system, said an official.
Rubbish roads: Nepal explores paving with plastic
Studies show that roads paved with plastic waste can be twice as durable as normal roads.
China travel peaks as millions head home for Chinese New Year
Train and air travel are expected to “hit record highs” during 2025’s migration.
Cambodia approves draft law punishing Khmer Rouge genocide denial
The ultra-Maoist movement wiped out about two million people.
Anti-corruption rally in Kuala Lumpur looks to put pressure on PM Anwar
The organiser is a previously unknown group that calls itself the People’s Secretariat Against Corruption.
In China, rare dissent over a programme to save on drug costs
Some top doctors and hospital leaders have called on the government to change how it buys drugs for public hospitals.
Philippines stops research survey after Chinese 'harassment' in disputed sea
Videos released showed a Chinese coast guard ship sailing close to a Philippine vessel as well as a Chinese military helicopter hovering near a ship flying a Philippine flag.
South Koreans turn funeral wreaths and K-pop light sticks into political protest tools
Hundreds of wreaths, predominantly directed at Yoon himself, have been sent to his residence and government buildings connected to the impeachment proceedings.
How to make it in America: The pressures and pitfalls for Chinese brands going global
As domestic spending falters, Chinese consumer brands are eyeing global markets, but tariffs and cultural barriers could get in their way.
Gold glitters at end of the world as we know it
Investors have been betting massively on an AI-driven future over the past two years, as tech stocks have led the S&P 500 to a 60% gain. But they also bought the “barbarous relic” of a monetary era that preceded the dollar’s hegemony, pushing the price of gold up by almost as
While Trump dithers, US lawmakers push 100% tariff on China
United States bipartisan lawmakers have introduced a bill that would revoke China’s Permanent Normal Trade Relations (PNTR), previously known as Most Favoured Nation (MFN) trade status, and impose a 100% tariff on a wide range of Chinese goods. Republican John Moolenaar,
Philippines suspends South China Sea survey after China’s ‘harassment’
Manila and Beijing have had a series of escalating confrontations in disputed waters of South China Sea.
Philippines suspends South China Sea survey after China's 'harassment'
MANILA - The Philippines said on Saturday it had suspended a scientific survey in the South China Sea after its fisheries vessels faced \"harassment\" and aggressive behaviour from China's coast guard and navy.
Sex education Bill ignites firestorm in Christian-majority Philippines
Some provisions are seen as undermining parental authority.
Malaysia to reduce highway tolls by half to celebrate CNY
Discounts would be valid for 48 hours from 12.01am on Jan 27 to 11.59pm on Jan 28.
South Korea prosecutors renew request for longer detention for President Yoon
Seoul court rejected previous demand.
US rejoining international anti-abortion pact
WASHINGTON - U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said on Friday the United States was rejoining an international accord that critics say aims to limit abortion access for millions of women and girls around the world.
Hairstyling for arrested South Korean President Yoon not a special favour: Justice Ministry
Authorities said there was precedent in allowing grooming request.
9 must-try nasi lemak spots in Kuala Lumpur and Klang Valley: From street stalls to fancy cafes
On your next trip up north, expand your food itinerary with these nasi lemak spots, which promise rich, layered flavours and innovative side dishes that elevate this classic dish.
US top diplomat Rubio urges Vietnam to address trade imbalance
WASHINGTON - New U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a call on Friday with Vietnam's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Bui Thanh Son in which he urged Vietnam to address trade imbalances and also discussed shared concerns about China.
Commentary: What Trump wants in Latin America isn’t actually the Panama Canal
Look beyond US President Donald Trump’s dubious claims and expansionist threats about the Panama Canal, says international security expert Stefan Wolff.
Surviving 3 days in Xi’an, one of China’s most polluted cities and home to a giant air purifier
The writer regretted not wearing a mask, as her lungs felt as though they were burning.
Chinese authorities speedily resolve recent high-profile violent crime cases
The verdict over the killing of a Japanese boy capped a busy week for China’s courts.
Sudanese army claims major victory in Khartoum, RSF disputes
CAIRO - The Sudanese army has broken a siege by the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) of its command centre in central Khartoum, the army said on Friday, in what would be a major victory in the capital after nearly two years of war.
Germany planning another deportation flight to Afghanistan, newspaper says
FRANKFURT - Germany is planning to fly a group of convicted criminals of Afghan nationality to their home country for the second time since the Taliban took power, newspaper Sueddeutsche Zeitung reported on Friday.
Trump already faltering in approach to Putin
President Donald Trump, on Truth Social and in interviews, is pushing the idea that Russia needs to hurry up and make a deal on Ukraine before Trump, taking advantage of Russia’s economic problems, imposes high tariffs and other sanctions on Russia. To emphasize his own
Wang tells Rubio leaders have set tone and direction of US-China ties
WASHINGTON - China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi spoke with new U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Friday and told the known China hawk that the direction and tone of U.S.-China ties had been set by their leaders and he hoped Rubio would play a constructive role for the good
US top diplomat Rubio, China's Wang speak in first phone call, China says
WASHINGTON - U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke with China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi by phone on Friday, China's foreign ministry said, the first call between the two top diplomats since President Donald Trump's administration took office on Monday.
In phone call, China’s Wang tells Rubio leaders have set tone and direction of US-China ties
Mr Wang said he hoped Mr Rubio would play a constructive role for the good of the people of both countries.
Hamas names four Israeli female soldiers to be released in hostage deal
Palestinian militant group Hamas on Friday announced the names of four Israeli women soldiers to be released in exchange for Palestinian prisoners in the second swap under the ceasefire deal in Gaza.
‘Enjoyable Japan’: PM Ishiba spells out grandiose vision in aspirational but stale policy speech
His speech lacked specifics on how to make Japan a place where people "think that tomorrow will be better than today".
Bowing to public pressure, Malaysia PM Anwar now says anti-graft rally can go ahead in KL
The rally is seeking key reforms, including an anti-corruption commission free from political meddling.
South Korea court rejects request to extend Yoon’s detention
Impeached South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol’s detention is due to end around Jan 28.
UN says some staff detained in Houthi-controlled Yemen, all movement suspended
DUBAI - The United Nations said on Friday that the Houthis who control northern Yemen had detained an unspecified number of U.N. personnel, and it was suspending movement in all Houthi-held areas while seeking the detainees' immediate release.
Malaysia’s KLIA aerotrain service to resume by June with new trains costing $140m
The China-made trains are undergoing testing, with 25 per cent of the 80 planned tests completed.
Afghans stranded in Mexico under Trump immigration crackdown face bleak choices
TIJUANA, Mexico - Naser Zazai, 29, had planned to reunite with his mother and brother in the United States this week after fleeing Afghanistan, where he says he was threatened and attacked because his brother had once worked for the U.S. military.
