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China axes hundreds of TV dramas depicting family tensions
Crackdown comes amid the government's push for women to bear more children.
Myanmar’s junta moves Aung San Suu Kyi to house arrest, report says
The 78-year-old democracy icon was moved because of the prison’s brutal daytime heat, spokesman said.
China's spy agency encourages people to see spies everywhere
The 'national security' campaign will create fear of the West and strain personal relationships, analysts say.
US lawmakers relaunch Uyghur caucus
The caucus fell into a lull after its chair retired at the 2022 midterm elections.
Myanmar junta attacks garrison in bid to rescue stranded soldiers
Dozens of junta troops remain stranded at a truck depot along the border with Thailand.
Laos and Cambodia see rise in traffic deaths over New Years weekend
More drunk driving during holiday festivities is to blame, officials say.
Silent struggles plague Cambodian refugees in Bangkok
A new government in Thailand offers little change for asylum seekers.
Countering China’s rare earth dominance and coercion
In December, the People’s Republic of China announced a retaliatory restriction of rare-earth element processing technology, a continuation of its strategy to monopolize the critical mineral market. Comprising a substantial proportion of what the United States categorizes as
Cambodian-Australian opposition supporter assaulted in downtown Battambang
San Bunchhay says the case should be a slam dunk for authorities, if they are willing to proceed.
Van Thinh Phat case tests investor confidence in Vietnam
The case highlights lax government oversight of the financial system, observers say.
Three takeaways from China’s upbeat Q1 growth
China’s first-quarter gross domestic product (GDP) surpassed market expectations, indicating a promising start to the year for the world’s second-largest economy. The National Bureau of Statistics said, “Generally speaking, the national economy got off to a good start in the
US official says IPR infringement still main concern in China
BEIJING - U.S. Patent and Trademark Office Director Kathi Vidal said on Tuesday that intellectual property rights (IPR) continue to be a main concern for U.S. businesses in China, and they face significant challenges with infringement.
KL airport shooting: Bodyguard had successful five-hour surgery, says wife
He was shot in the stomach at the Kuala Lumpur International Airport.
Sri Lanka’s lost revolution
On July 9, 2022, Sri Lankans protesting the regime of President Gotabaya Rajapaksa shocked the world when they stormed the executive mansion in Colombo. Live-streaming on Twitter and YouTube, dissidents ransacked the presidential palace and celebrated in the streets as state
Kuala Lumpur airport shooting suspect tried to flee Malaysia by changing car plates, using fake IDs
The suspect is also believed to have obtained his firearm illegally from a neighbouring country, say Malaysian police.
Iran attack puts US back on Israel’s side – for now
Israel’s war cabinet has been meeting to discuss its next move after fighting off a massive air attack launched by Iran and its proxies on April 13. Speaking after the cabinet met on April 14, Benny Gantz indicated that no immediate response is planned, but that Israel plans to
Two arrested for firing at Bollywood star's home
Police say the men are gang members seeking revenge on Salman Khan for killing two antelopes in 1998.
New Zealand media outlet facing closure gets a lifeline from its competitor
The cuts were first proposed in late February.
Asean states may differ in approach to South China Sea spat, but all are seeking peace: Vivian
His visit to the Philippines marks 55 years of diplomatic ties
Why it’s China’s turn now
In the second half of the 20th century, scholars and macrohistorians like Alvin Toffler, Francis Fukuyama and Paul Kennedy developed so-called grand narratives to predict future trends. They covered different aspects of society including ideology, technology, religion and
India election 2024: What you need to know
Voting will take place for 543 elected seats in the Lower House of Parliament, the Lok Sabha.
Hong Kong turns to China to fill labour gaps in its construction industry
Hong Kong’s construction sector is expected to face a labour shortage of 40,000 in 2027.
Myanmar junta soldiers surrender in ethnic army’s first Tanintharyi win
Joint forces will begin operations in two nearby townships, the group said.
Is the shine coming off Japan’s bullet trains?
Just ten days before the 1964 Tokyo Olympic Games, Japan opened its Tokaido Shinkansen, a high-speed rail line connecting Tokyo with Osaka. Shinkansen bullet trains showcased the high quality of Japanese railway technology to the world, with trains traveling at up to 285 km/h
Schools in South Korea offer survival swimming lessons following Sewol ferry tragedy 10 years ago
On Apr 16, 2014, the Sewol ferry capsized en route from Incheon to Jeju Island. Out of the 476 people on board, 304 died, mostly students on a school trip.
Malaysian man, found in Singapore and reunited with family after 20 years, dies at 88
Mr Ali Jais was found at an aged home here in 2020 after his daughter put out an appeal on social media.
South Korean President Yoon sorry for shortcomings but insists policies were right
Yoon said he accepts that the opposition’s grip on the National Assembly reflects public sentiment.
South Koreans still seek answers 10 years after Sewol ferry disaster
ANSAN, South Korea - South Korea remembered the 304 people, most of them school children, who died on the Sewol ferry on the 10th anniversary of its sinking on Tuesday, with families calling for a proper apology for the unnecessary deaths of their loved ones.
KL airport shooting: Malaysian police probing why suspect went for check-up the week before
A gun and 24 cartridges were seized from the suspect's vehicle.
Chinese internet amused by building that looks like sanitary pad
The blueprint of North Nanjing train station has attracted reaction for all the wrong reasons.
Stabbed Sydney bishop is a TikTok star beloved by his community
He is also known for his divisive views on homosexuality, vaccines and Islam.
Japan considers 66% emissions cuts by 2035 in new energy plan, report says
Its revised energy mix target would provide companies a better long-term outlook for investment decisions.
US envoy to UN urges Russia, China not to 'reward' North Korea's bad behaviour
PANMUNJOM, South Korea - The U.S. ambassador to the United Nations urged Russia and China on Tuesday to reverse course, and stop rewarding North Korea's bad behaviour and shielding it from sanctions evading activities over its weapons programs.
Iran says any action against its interests will get a severe response
DUBAI - Iran will respond to any action against its interests, President Ebrahim Raisi said on Tuesday, according to the Iranian Student News Agency, a day after Israel warned it will respond to Tehran's weekend drone and missile attack.
Coal keeps powering India as booming economy crushes green hopes
Shortages raised expectations of an accerated shift to green energy, but India's response was exactly the opposite.
US to convert oil rigs into floating missile defense sites
The US Navy has unveiled plans to convert surplus oil rigs into mobile missile defense and resupply facilities, a seemingly risky and costly scheme to address rising US vulnerability to rival missile threats in the Pacific. This month, Naval News reported that Gibbs & Cox, a
Divers in the Philippines create nurseries for rescued coral
Coral in the coastal town of Bauan frequently suffered from natural hazards like typhoons and human-caused destruction.
Malaysia PM Anwar calls Iran’s drone attack on Israel ‘legitimate’
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said that the strike was retaliation for Israel’s bombing of the Iranian embassy in Syria earlier this month.
Indonesia landslide death toll rises to 20 as search ends
The landslides were triggered by heavy rainfall.
Solomon Islands observes campaign blackout ahead of election
Nearly 400 independent observers are monitoring the voting in national and provincial elections.
Light electric vehicles banned on major roads in Metro Manila over safety concerns
Several transport groups had earlier called on the authority to reconsider the ban, which they said was anti-poor.
KL airport shooting: ‘I need seven lawyers’, suspect says after remand order
The suspect was issued a seven-day remand order on April 16.