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Today: February 02, 2026
Today: February 02, 2026

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Messi's tour of India gets off to chaotic start as angry fans storm field

Lionel Messi’s much-hyped tour of India has gotten off to a rocky start with angry fans throwing bottles and attempting to vandalize a stadium after many of them failed to get more than just a glimpse of their hero

Messi's tour of India gets off to chaotic start as angry fans storm field
Asia|Political|World

Trump says he's sealed Thailand-Cambodia ceasefire, but fighting continues

President Donald Trump says Thai and Cambodian leaders have agreed to renew a truce after days of deadly clashes

Trump says he's sealed Thailand-Cambodia ceasefire, but fighting continues
Asia|Environment|Political|World

Thai villagers stay behind to guard empty homes as border clashes force mass evacuations

Fighting along the Thai-Cambodian border has forced hundreds of thousands of Thai villagers to flee since Monday

Thai villagers stay behind to guard empty homes as border clashes force mass evacuations
Arts|Asia|Crime|Entertainment

Oscar-nominated documentary 'Black Box Diaries' has delayed premiere in Japan after legal issues

Japanese journalist Shiori Ito's documentary, “Black Box Diaries,” has finally premiered in Japan after facing legal hurdles

Oscar-nominated documentary 'Black Box Diaries' has delayed premiere in Japan after legal issues
Asia|Economy|Political|US|World

Trump’s security strategy is making a hard pivot on China. Why now?

Trump’s security strategy is making a hard pivot on China. Why now?

Trump’s security strategy is making a hard pivot on China. Why now?
Asia|Business|Economy|Stock Markets|World

The US stock market hits record highs, even as worries about an AI bubble continue

Wall Street set records, even as a sell-off for Oracle and worries about a potential bubble in artificial-intelligence technology weighed on the market

The US stock market hits record highs, even as worries about an AI bubble continue
Asia|Political|World

US and Japan hold joint flight drills as China ups military activity near Japan

U.S. strategic bombers joined Japanese fighter jets in a joint military exercise around Japan's airspace

US and Japan hold joint flight drills as China ups military activity near Japan
Arts|Asia|Environment|Political|World

Border clashes between Thailand and Cambodia intensify with airstrikes and artillery attacks

Cambodia says Thailand has launched more airstrikes as heavy fighting flares along their border

Border clashes between Thailand and Cambodia intensify with airstrikes and artillery attacks
Asia|Crime|Political|World

New Thailand-Cambodia border fighting shows no sign of stopping

Renewed border fighting between Thailand and Cambodia is showing no signs of stopping

New Thailand-Cambodia border fighting shows no sign of stopping
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‘Trump Gold Card’ launches, offering expedited immigration pathway with a $1 million fee

‘Trump Gold Card’ launches, offering expedited immigration pathway with a $1 million fee

‘Trump Gold Card’ launches, offering expedited immigration pathway with a $1 million fee
Asia|Environment|Science|World

Ocean warmed by climate change fed intense rainfall and deadly floods in Asia, study finds

Ocean temperatures warmed by human-caused climate change fed the intense rainfall that triggered deadly floods and landslides across Asia in recent weeks, according to an analysis released Wednesday

Ocean warmed by climate change fed intense rainfall and deadly floods in Asia, study finds
Arts|Asia|Crime|Entertainment|World

US playwright Jeremy O. Harris released 3 weeks after arrest in Japan for alleged drug smuggling

The American playwright and actor Jeremy O

US playwright Jeremy O. Harris released 3 weeks after arrest in Japan for alleged drug smuggling
Asia|US|World

North Korea's ruling elite prepares for once-in-5-years party meeting

North Korea says leader Kim Jong Un has opened a meeting to prepare for the upcoming ruling party congress, one of the country’s biggest political conferences meant to lay out new state priorities

North Korea's ruling elite prepares for once-in-5-years party meeting
Asia|Business|Crime|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Cambodia vows fierce fight against Thailand in their escalating border conflict

Cambodia and Thailand are engaged in renewed fighting, forcing tens of thousands to flee border areas

Cambodia vows fierce fight against Thailand in their escalating border conflict
Asia|Environment|Science|World

Powerful 7.6 magnitude earthquake strikes near Japan

A powerful magnitude-7.6 earthquake struck off Japan’s northeastern coast on Monday, triggering evacuation orders and a tsunami warning for parts of the coastline. CNN's Hanako Montgomery reports.

Powerful 7.6 magnitude earthquake strikes near Japan
Asia|Political|Sports|World

Thai Foreign Minister warns of continued military action

Thailand launched airstrikes against Cambodia as a new wave of fighting erupted between the neighboring countries, leaving a peace plan presided over by President Donald Trump in danger of collapse. Thai Foreign Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow told CNN that military action against Cambodia would continue “until we feel that sovereignty and territorial integrity are not challenged.”

Thai Foreign Minister warns of continued military action
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology|World

Microsoft investing $17.5 billion in India for AI and cloud infrastructure

Microsoft has announced its largest-ever Asia investment of $17.5 billion in India to enhance cloud and artificial intelligence infrastructure over the next four years

Microsoft investing $17.5 billion in India for AI and cloud infrastructure
Asia|Business|Crime|Environment|Technology|World

At least 22 people killed in office building fire in Indonesia's capital

Indonesian police say at least 22 people have been killed when a fire ripped through an office building in the capital

At least 22 people killed in office building fire in Indonesia's capital
Asia|Business|Economy|World

IMF approves $1.2 billion for Pakistan from bailout, citing progress on economic and climate reforms

The International Monetary Fund says it has approved the release of $1.2 billion to Pakistan, giving the cash-strapped country a fresh boost as it works to recover from one of its worst economic crises in years

IMF approves $1.2 billion for Pakistan from bailout, citing progress on economic and climate reforms
Asia|Environment|Science|World

Japan assesses damage from 7.5 magnitude quake that injured 33

Japan is assessing damage and cautioning people of potential aftershocks after a late-night 7.5 magnitude earthquake caused injuries, light damage and a tsunami in Pacific coastal communities

Japan assesses damage from 7.5 magnitude quake that injured 33
Asia|Crime|World

Beijing court orders Malaysia Airlines to pay damages to families of MH370 victims

A Beijing court has ruled Malaysia Airlines must pay $410,000 each to the families of eight passengers who went missing in the disappearance of Flight 370 more than a decade ago

Beijing court orders Malaysia Airlines to pay damages to families of MH370 victims
Asia|Environment|Science|World

Magnitude 7.5 quake in northern Japan injures 23 people and triggers a 2-foot tsunami

A powerful 7.5 magnitude earthquake has struck off northern Japan, injuring 23 people and triggering a tsunami

Magnitude 7.5 quake in northern Japan injures 23 people and triggers a 2-foot tsunami
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Thailand launches airstrikes on Cambodia as Trump’s peace agreement hangs in balance

Thailand launches airstrikes on Cambodia as Trump’s peace agreement hangs in balance

Thailand launches airstrikes on Cambodia as Trump’s peace agreement hangs in balance
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Pakistan's top general calls on Afghanistan to pick between ties with Islamabad or Pakistani Taliban

Pakistan’s newly appointed chief of defense forces has warned Afghanistan’s Taliban government to choose between maintaining ties with Islamabad or supporting the Pakistani Taliban, the militant group blamed for a surge in deadly attacks in recent years

Pakistan's top general calls on Afghanistan to pick between ties with Islamabad or Pakistani Taliban
Asia|Business|Economy|World

China's trade surplus tops $1 trillion as its exports surge

China's exports returned to growth in November after an unexpected contraction in October, pushing its trade surplus for 2025 past the $1 trillion mark for the first time

China's trade surplus tops $1 trillion as its exports surge
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Thailand launches airstrikes along border with Cambodia as tensions reignite

Thailand has launched airstrikes along its disputed border with Cambodia

Thailand launches airstrikes along border with Cambodia as tensions reignite
Asia|Crime|World

Hong Kong voter turnout rate edges up despite public anger over deadly fire

About a third of Hong Kong's registered voters has elected a new 90-member legislature

Hong Kong voter turnout rate edges up despite public anger over deadly fire
Asia|Political|World

Japan protests after China military jet locks radar on Japanese aircraft

Japan says Chinese military aircraft locked radar on its fighter jets even though there was a safe distance between them, denying Beijing’s accusation of interference and renewing its protest over the incident

Japan protests after China military jet locks radar on Japanese aircraft
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Hong Kong police arrest man for posts about deadly fire

Hong Kong’s national security police have arrested a 71-year-old man for allegedly posting seditious content on social media

Hong Kong police arrest man for posts about deadly fire
Asia|Economy|Entertainment|Travel|World

Bangkok is the world’s most visited city. But badly behaved tourists are creating problems in Asia

Bangkok is the world’s most visited city. But badly behaved tourists are creating problems in Asia

Bangkok is the world’s most visited city. But badly behaved tourists are creating problems in Asia
Asia|Europe|Sports|World

Ukraine condemns Olympic diver Lyskun's switch to Russia

Ukraine has condemned two-time Olympic diver Sofiia Lyskun’s switch to represent Russia amid the ongoing war and will try to strip her of awards

Ukraine condemns Olympic diver Lyskun's switch to Russia
Asia|Business|Economy|Travel|World

India withdraws pilot restrictions after largest airline cancels flights and disrupts airports

India’s aviation watchdog has temporarily rolled back restrictions on airline crew duty hours

India withdraws pilot restrictions after largest airline cancels flights and disrupts airports
Asia|Economy|Political|World

Hong Kong holds a legislative election Sunday after a fire raised governance concerns

The deadliest fire in Hong Kong in decades is putting pressure on Beijing’s governance system in the city

Hong Kong holds a legislative election Sunday after a fire raised governance concerns
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

China's Xi and France's Macron pledge cooperation on global crises and trade

China and France have pledged deeper cooperation to address global issues like the war in Ukraine and trade

China's Xi and France's Macron pledge cooperation on global crises and trade
Asia|Business|Crime|Environment|World

Hong Kong races to remove scaffolding nets blamed for fuelling deadly fire

Hong Kong authorities rushed on Thursday to remove all mesh netting on buildings undergoing renovation across the city after the materials

Hong Kong races to remove scaffolding nets blamed for fuelling deadly fire
Asia|Business|Economy|World

Thai consumer confidence hits 6-month high in November, survey shows

Thai consumer confidence rose for a third consecutive month in November to reach its highest level in six months, helped by government policies and support for domestic

Thai consumer confidence hits 6-month high in November, survey shows
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

Dollar weak with rate-cut enthusiasm intact, euro at 7-week high

The U.S. dollar was soft on Thursday after lacklustre economic data cemented the case for a rate cut from the Federal Reserve next week, providing relief

Dollar weak with rate-cut enthusiasm intact, euro at 7-week high
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

China should focus on economy not 'territorial expansion', Taiwan president says

China's economy is in a bad way and President Xi Jinping should focus on improving the lives of his people and not "territorial expansion", Taiwan President Lai Ching-te said

China should focus on economy not 'territorial expansion', Taiwan president says
Americas|Asia|Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|Travel|World

As NYC prepares for Mamdani, departing Mayor Eric Adams wanders the globe

New York City Mayor Eric Adams is embracing his love for travel in his final month in office

As NYC prepares for Mamdani, departing Mayor Eric Adams wanders the globe
Asia|Business|Economy|Environment|World

Rescuers race in search for survivors after last week's floods in Indonesia, Sri Lanka and Thailand

Rescue teams are racing to reach communities isolated by last week’s catastrophic floods and landslides in Indonesia, Sri Lanka and Thailand as over 900 people remained missing

Rescuers race in search for survivors after last week's floods in Indonesia, Sri Lanka and Thailand
Asia|Crime|World

Hong Kong high-rise fire death toll rises to 159 as authorities arrest 6 over failed fire alarms

The death toll from a high-rise apartment fire in Hong Kong has risen to 159

Hong Kong high-rise fire death toll rises to 159 as authorities arrest 6 over failed fire alarms
Asia|Political|World

China's foreign minister urges France to support its position on Japan

Foreign Minister Wang Yi reaffirmed China's position on Tuesday on remarks made by Japan's prime minister regarding Taiwan during talks with his French counterpart in

China's foreign minister urges France to support its position on Japan
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|World

China, Russia discuss Ukraine, reach 'consensus' on Japan during Chinese minister's visit

China and Russia reached "broad consensus" on a range of issues during the Chinese foreign minister's trip to Moscow this week, amid a burst of diplomatic efforts to end the

China, Russia discuss Ukraine, reach 'consensus' on Japan during Chinese minister's visit
Asia|Australia|Economy|Political|World

Most in Australia, Japan, India think Trump presidency bad for their country, poll says

A majority of Australians, Japanese and Indians believe U.S.

Most in Australia, Japan, India think Trump presidency bad for their country, poll says
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Resistance forces in Myanmar detain a candidate in this month's election, state media report

A resistance group in Myanmar has reportedly detained a candidate for the election scheduled for later this month

Resistance forces in Myanmar detain a candidate in this month's election, state media report
Asia|Political|World

South Korea parliament hosts 'dark tour' to revisit martial law sites

More than 200 South Koreans joined a tour of the National Assembly on Wednesday to view parts of the compound associated with last year's martial law crisis,

South Korea parliament hosts 'dark tour' to revisit martial law sites
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology

Foxconn, Luxshare plan to add millions to Vietnam's game console output, documents show

Foxconn and Luxshare plan to add millions of gaming devices to Vietnam's annual output, according to documents they submitted to local authorities,

Foxconn, Luxshare plan to add millions to Vietnam's game console output, documents show
Asia|World

Fresh round of Afghanistan-Pakistan talks fails to reach a deal, officials say

A new round of peace talks between Pakistan and Afghanistan has failed to produce a breakthrough to end tensions between the South Asian neighbours, although they

Fresh round of Afghanistan-Pakistan talks fails to reach a deal, officials say
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

India rupee falls to record low below 90, risks steeper slide without central bank help

The Indian rupee slid past 90 per U.S. dollar to a record low on Wednesday, declining for the sixth consecutive session as traders bet

India rupee falls to record low below 90, risks steeper slide without central bank help
Asia|Crime|World

Hong Kong fire death toll rises to 159

The death toll in a fire that ripped through seven high-rise towers in Hong Kong last week has risen to 159, police said on Wednesday.

Hong Kong fire death toll rises to 159
Asia|Crime|Political|World

South Korea prosecutors seek 15-year jail term for ex-First Lady Kim

South Korean prosecutors on Wednesday sought a combined 15-year prison sentence for former First Lady Kim Keon Hee, who has been indicted for bribery and other

South Korea prosecutors seek 15-year jail term for ex-First Lady Kim
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

South Korea's Lee praises Trump, hopes US can resume North Korea dialogue

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung said on Wednesday that he had found it "interesting and entertaining" speaking with Donald Trump during

South Korea's Lee praises Trump, hopes US can resume North Korea dialogue
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Taiwan says China sometimes stages mock attacks on foreign navy ships in strait

China's military sometimes simulates attacks on foreign naval vessels in the Taiwan Strait and Taiwan shares intelligence with international partners when

Taiwan says China sometimes stages mock attacks on foreign navy ships in strait
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

India's services growth accelerates in November but export engine sputters, PMI shows

India's dominant services sector accelerated in November as robust domestic demand helped recover ground lost in the previous month, but export sales growth slipped to an

India's services growth accelerates in November but export engine sputters, PMI shows
Asia|Crime|Economy|Political|World

South Korea's Lee says on martial law anniversary perpetrators must face justice

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung said on Wednesday there was still work to be done to address the fallout from the failed martial

South Korea's Lee says on martial law anniversary perpetrators must face justice
Asia|Crime|Economy|Political|World

Myanmar's opium poppy cultivation hits highest level in a decade, UN says

Opium poppy cultivation in war-torn Myanmar has surged to its highest level in a decade, rising 17% in the past year as conflict and economic hardship push more farmers into the

Myanmar's opium poppy cultivation hits highest level in a decade, UN says
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Major Chinese banks cut high-yield deposit products to ease margin pressure

Some major Chinese commercial banks have removed five-year, large-scale certificates of deposit that carry a high yield from their offerings, in an effort to cut costs and

Major Chinese banks cut high-yield deposit products to ease margin pressure
Asia|Crime|Political|World

South Korea court dismisses request to detain former finance minister in martial law probe, Yonhap says

A South Korean court rejected a request to detain former deputy prime minister and finance minister Choo Kyung-ho, Yonhap News Agency reported on Wednesday, as prosecutors

South Korea court dismisses request to detain former finance minister in martial law probe, Yonhap says
Asia|Business|Crime|Environment|World

The photo that became a symbol for Hong Kong's deadly fire

It was a clear autumn afternoon with blue skies and a cool breeze as Wong set off to pick up his granddaughter from school.

The photo that became a symbol for Hong Kong's deadly fire
Asia|Business|Economy|World

South Korea Q3 GDP +1.3% q/q, faster than earlier estimate

South Korea's economy expanded by 1.3% in the third quarter, revised central bank data showed on Wednesday, faster than the bank's earlier estimate of 1.2%.

South Korea Q3 GDP +1.3% q/q, faster than earlier estimate
Asia|Crime|Political|World

South Korea's Lee says martial law clean-up not yet complete on first anniversary

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung said on Wednesday there was still work left to deal with the fallout of the failed martial law bid one year ago and ensure the

South Korea's Lee says martial law clean-up not yet complete on first anniversary
Asia|Business|Economy|World

Thai inflation negative again in November, industry sees floods trimming growth

Thailand's annual headline inflation rate was negative for an eighth month in November, driven by falling energy prices and

Thai inflation negative again in November, industry sees floods trimming growth
Asia|Election|Finance|Political|World

Taiwan looking forward to re-establish ties with Honduras, foreign minister says

Taiwan is looking forward to re-establishing ties with former ally Honduras and has been in touch with both of the presidential candidates who are friendly towards Taipei,

Taiwan looking forward to re-establish ties with Honduras, foreign minister says
Asia|Australia|World

What we know about Malaysia’s missing MH370 plane, as fresh search to start 11 years after disappearance

The disappearance nearly 12 years ago of Malaysia Airlines flight MH370 with 239 people on board remains one of the world's greatest aviation mysteries.

What we know about Malaysia’s missing MH370 plane, as fresh search to start 11 years after disappearance
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World

Wingtech challenges Nexperia decisions at Netherlands' Supreme Court

China's Wingtech on Friday said it has appealed decisions stripping it of control of its Nexperia chipmaking subsidiary to the Netherlands' Supreme Court.

Wingtech challenges Nexperia decisions at Netherlands' Supreme Court
Asia|Europe|Political|World

China calls on UK to uphold 'one-China' principle

China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi called on Britain on Friday to uphold the "one-China" principle, as Beijing seeks to rally support in its worst diplomatic dispute with Tokyo in

China calls on UK to uphold 'one-China' principle
Asia|Business|Crime|Economy|World

Hong Kong mourns victims of blaze that killed 128 and counting

Hong Kong on Saturday mourned the 128 people known to have died in a huge fire at a high-rise apartment complex, a toll that is likely to

Hong Kong mourns victims of blaze that killed 128 and counting
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Trump pushes for more restrictions on Afghan refugees. Experts say many are already in place

The Trump administration is promising a stricter anti-immigration agenda after an Afghan national was being charged in the shooting of two National Guard members

Trump pushes for more restrictions on Afghan refugees. Experts say many are already in place
Asia|Crime|World

Authorities probe corruption and negligence in Hong Kong's deadliest fire in decades

Hong Kong’s deadliest fire in decades is raising questions about corruption and negligence in the renovations of the apartment complex where at least 128 people died

Authorities probe corruption and negligence in Hong Kong's deadliest fire in decades
Asia|Crime|Environment|World

Indonesian rescuers search for survivors as the death toll from floods and landslides tops 300

Improved weather has helped rescuers on Indonesia's Sumatra island recover more bodies after landslides and flash floods

Indonesian rescuers search for survivors as the death toll from floods and landslides tops 300
Asia|Crime|Environment|World

Grateful to be alive, residents who escaped the Hong Kong apartment blaze wonder what comes next

A massive fire in Hong Kong's Tai Po district has become the deadliest in the city's memory, causing 128 deaths with dozens unaccounted for

Grateful to be alive, residents who escaped the Hong Kong apartment blaze wonder what comes next
Asia|Business|Crime|Economy|Health|Lifestyle|World

Hong Kong blaze spotlights enduring role of city's foreign domestic helpers

Indonesian domestic helper Fita spoke of the confusion inside the Hong Kong high-rise apartment complex as it was engulfed in

Hong Kong blaze spotlights enduring role of city's foreign domestic helpers
Asia|Business|Economy|Environment|World

China launches nationwide fire safety inspection following Hong Kong fire

China announced a sweeping inspection of fire-safety standards in high-rise buildings nationwide on Saturday after a deadly fire in Hong Kong left at least 128 people dead,

China launches nationwide fire safety inspection following Hong Kong fire
Asia|Economy|World

Allies of Kyrgyzstan's president set to win snap parliamentary election

Kyrgyzstan votes in a snap parliamentary election on Sunday in which allies of President Sadyr Japarov are expected to win a resounding victory.

Allies of Kyrgyzstan's president set to win snap parliamentary election
Asia|Business|Crime|World

Mourners flock to site of deadly Hong Kong blaze as Beijing warns against protests

Thousands turned out on Sunday to pay tribute to the victims of Hong Kong's deadliest fire in more than 75 years, as Beijing warned it

Mourners flock to site of deadly Hong Kong blaze as Beijing warns against protests
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology

Stories on Momenta filing for Hong Kong IPO withdrawn

Two stories both headlined "Chinese autonomous driving firm Momenta files for Hong Kong IPO, sources say", carried on Dec 2 and updated on Dec 3 are wrong and have been withdrawn.

Stories on Momenta filing for Hong Kong IPO withdrawn
Asia|Crime|World

Death toll in Hong Kong apartment complex blaze rises to 146 as the city mourns

The death toll from a fire in a Hong Kong apartment complex has risen to 146

Death toll in Hong Kong apartment complex blaze rises to 146 as the city mourns
Asia|Crime|World

Thousands in Philippines protest corruption and demand return of stolen funds from flood projects

Thousands of demonstrators including from the dominant Roman Catholic church clergy are protesting in the Philippines, calling for the swift prosecution of top legislators and officials implicated in a corruption scandal

Thousands in Philippines protest corruption and demand return of stolen funds from flood projects
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

Malaysia PM faces electoral setback as allies fall in Sabah state polls

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's allies were trounced in a regional election, results showed on Sunday, a grim first electoral test for the leader after three

Malaysia PM faces electoral setback as allies fall in Sabah state polls
Asia|Health|Political|World

Bangladesh's ex-PM Khaleda in critical condition, exiled son says his return not in his hands

Bangladesh's former prime minister Khaleda Zia remains in "very critical" condition at a Dhaka hospital, her party said on Sunday, as her self-exiled son and

Bangladesh's ex-PM Khaleda in critical condition, exiled son says his return not in his hands
Asia|Environment|Science|World

More than 1,100 killed as deadly storms cause flooding and landslides across Asia

More than 1,100 killed as deadly storms cause flooding and landslides across Asia

More than 1,100 killed as deadly storms cause flooding and landslides across Asia
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Hong Kong leader says fire investigation 'must uncover the truth' and promises construction reforms

Hong Kong is setting up an independent committee to investigate a deadly fire that burned seven apartment buildings and killed at least 156 people

Hong Kong leader says fire investigation 'must uncover the truth' and promises construction reforms
Asia|Business|Technology|World

Taiwan airline seeks role in 'whole of society' defence with surveillance flights to counter China

Flying over the blue waters off Taiwan's east coast, a light aircraft equipped with a powerful U.S.-made radar slung under

Taiwan airline seeks role in 'whole of society' defence with surveillance flights to counter China
Asia|Business|Economy|World

Manufacturing weakens in Europe, Asia on faltering demand and tariff uncertainties

Manufacturing was weak in the U.S., Europe and Asia's biggest economies in November, business surveys showed on Monday, as subdued domestic demand and

Manufacturing weakens in Europe, Asia on faltering demand and tariff uncertainties
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Deadly fire raises fears about safety elsewhere in Hong Kong's high-rise skyline

Uncomfortable questions are being raised over who is to blame for Hong Kong’s deadliest blaze in decades

Deadly fire raises fears about safety elsewhere in Hong Kong's high-rise skyline
Asia|Business|Crime|World

Hong Kong arrests more suspects in fire probe as death toll hits 151

Hong Kong authorities said on Monday they had arrested 13 people for suspected manslaughter in a probe into the city's deadliest fire in

Hong Kong arrests more suspects in fire probe as death toll hits 151
Asia|Crime|Political|World

At trial of South Korea's Unification Church head, prosecutors allege luxury bribes

The trial of the head of South Korea's Unification Church started on Monday, with prosecutors portraying Han Hak-ja as keen to exert political influence and

At trial of South Korea's Unification Church head, prosecutors allege luxury bribes
Asia|Business|Crime|Economy|Political|World

Hong Kong fire probe reveals unsafe netting as public mourns and government stifles dissent

Hong Kong authorities say some of the netting on buildings that caught fire last week did not meet codes for fire resistance

Hong Kong fire probe reveals unsafe netting as public mourns and government stifles dissent
Asia|Crime|World

Hong Kong leader vows ‘justice’ as apartment inferno investigators focus on unsafe netting

Hong Kong leader vows ‘justice’ as apartment inferno investigators focus on unsafe netting

Hong Kong leader vows ‘justice’ as apartment inferno investigators focus on unsafe netting
Asia|Business|Economy|World

Thai central bank planning measures to ease strong baht, sees room for rate cuts

Thailand's central bank is planning measures to ease the upward pressure on the baht, including having banks tighten their controls on gold-related foreign exchange

Thai central bank planning measures to ease strong baht, sees room for rate cuts
Asia|Environment|World

Southeast Asia storm deaths near 800 as scale of disaster revealed

The death toll from cyclone-induced floods and landslides in Indonesia passed 600 on Monday as rescuers battled to clear roads and improved

Southeast Asia storm deaths near 800 as scale of disaster revealed
Asia|Crime|Political|World

South Korea special prosecutor indicts Seoul mayor for violating political funding law

A South Korean special prosecutor has indicted Seoul's mayor, Oh Se-hoon, for violating political funding laws in connection with a scandal involving a power

South Korea special prosecutor indicts Seoul mayor for violating political funding law
Asia|Business|Economy|Entertainment|Lifestyle

Hong Kong Oct retail sales rise 6.9%, sees support from visitor growth

Hong Kong's retail sales by value rose 6.9% in October from a year earlier, the sixth month of gains, as recovery in retail sales gathered strength and sales of most broad

Hong Kong Oct retail sales rise 6.9%, sees support from visitor growth
Asia|Economy|Election|Environment|Finance|Political|World

Thailand floods hit PM Anutin's popularity ahead of snap polls

Thailand’s Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul is facing mounting criticism over his government’s slow response to deadly

Thailand floods hit PM Anutin's popularity ahead of snap polls
Asia|Business|Economy|World

US to lower tariffs on South Korean autos to 15% effective Nov 1, Lutnick says

The U.S. will lower import duties on South Korean autos to 15% effective retroactively to November 1 and match the reciprocal tariffs imposed on Japan and the EU, Commerce

US to lower tariffs on South Korean autos to 15% effective Nov 1, Lutnick says
Asia|Business|Economy|Science|Technology

Intel to invest additional $208 million in Malaysia, PM says

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said U.S. chipmaker Intel has announced an additional investment of 860 million ringgit ($208 million) in the country for

Intel to invest additional $208 million in Malaysia, PM says
Asia|Political|World

No room for compromise on Taiwan's security, president tells reservists

There is no room for compromise when it comes to Taiwan's security, while freedom and democracy are foundational values that have nothing to do with

No room for compromise on Taiwan's security, president tells reservists
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Wall Street holds steadier as bond yields and bitcoin stabilize

The U.S. stock market held steadier as both bond yields and bitcoin stabilized

Wall Street holds steadier as bond yields and bitcoin stabilize
Asia|Environment|Health|World

More than 1,300 dead from floods in Indonesia, Sri Lanka and Thailand as rescue efforts intensify

Emergency crews are racing to reach survivors and recover bodies after catastrophic floods and landslides in Indonesia, Sri Lanka, Thailand and Malaysia

More than 1,300 dead from floods in Indonesia, Sri Lanka and Thailand as rescue efforts intensify
Asia|Environment|World

'Is she alive?': Indonesian man's hopes of finding missing wife fade after flood disaster

In the days since cyclone-induced floods and landslides battered Indonesia's Sumatra island, Abdul Ghani has been carrying around a picture

'Is she alive?': Indonesian man's hopes of finding missing wife fade after flood disaster
Asia|Economy|Environment|Political|World

China's military reaching further, more frequently into Pacific, says Australia

Australia's Foreign Minister Penny Wong said China is more frequently projecting military power further into the Pacific, in a speech highlighting the challenges Australia

China's military reaching further, more frequently into Pacific, says Australia
Asia|Business|Crime|World

Danish facilities group ISS falls on link to towers in deadly Hong Kong fire

Danish facility management group ISS said on Tuesday its unit had been the property manager for a Hong Kong building complex hit by the city's deadliest fire in decades,

Danish facilities group ISS falls on link to towers in deadly Hong Kong fire
Asia|Business|Crime|Economy|Environment|Health|World

Sri Lanka grapples with trauma, loss after deadly cyclone that killed hundreds

Nawaz Nashra recalls grabbing her three-year-old daughter, wrapping her in a bedsheet and running out of their home in central Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka grapples with trauma, loss after deadly cyclone that killed hundreds
Asia|Environment|World

Death toll from Indonesia floods and landslides passes 700

The number of people killed by floods and landslides on Indonesia's Sumatra island rose to 708 on Tuesday, the disaster agency said, as authorities rushed to repair

Death toll from Indonesia floods and landslides passes 700
Asia|Crime|Europe|World

Indonesia, Dutch sign deal to repatriate two convicts, one on death row

Indonesia and the Netherlands on Tuesday signed a deal to repatriate two elderly Dutch prisoners convicted of drug offences, officials said, one of whom was on death row.

Indonesia, Dutch sign deal to repatriate two convicts, one on death row
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Imran Khan healthy but cut off in jail, sister says as family seeks access

Imran Khan, Pakistan's jailed former prime minister, is in good physical health but facing isolation and psychological strain, his sister said on Tuesday, after a

Imran Khan healthy but cut off in jail, sister says as family seeks access
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Reuters story on Tajikistan discussing Russian help to guard its Afghan border is withdrawn

A Reuters story about Tajikistan holding talks with Russia about helping guard its Afghan border has been withdrawn following a post-publication review showing insufficient

Reuters story on Tajikistan discussing Russian help to guard its Afghan border is withdrawn
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US-South Korea military drills aim to deter North Korea, KCNA says

South Korea's recent joint military drills with the United States are aimed at deterring North Korea, the North's state media, KCNA, said on Friday.

US-South Korea military drills aim to deter North Korea, KCNA says
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Dutch chipmaker Nexperia urges Chinese units to help restore supply chain

Dutch chipmaker Nexperia, whose supply chain was broken up when the Dutch government took over the company in September,  urged its Chinese units in an open letter on

Dutch chipmaker Nexperia urges Chinese units to help restore supply chain
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Core inflation in Japan's capital brings BOJ closer to a rate hike

Core consumer inflation in Japan's capital stayed well above the central bank's 2% target in November as firms continued to pass on rising costs mainly for food, data

Core inflation in Japan's capital brings BOJ closer to a rate hike
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Huawei, ZTE seal 5G deals in Vietnam after US tariffs, as ties with China warm​

China's leading telecommunication firms Huawei and ZTE have won a string of contracts this year to supply 5G equipment in Vietnam, in another sign of Hanoi's

Huawei, ZTE seal 5G deals in Vietnam after US tariffs, as ties with China warm​
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Bamboo scaffolding helped build Hong Kong's skyline, but a deadly fire may hasten its end

A deadly fire in a Hong Kong apartment complex has raised questions about bamboo scaffolding common at Asian construction sites

Bamboo scaffolding helped build Hong Kong's skyline, but a deadly fire may hasten its end
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ICC judges reject request to release Duterte from custody

Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte is to remain in detention at the International Criminal Court

ICC judges reject request to release Duterte from custody
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Pope joins patriarchs from East and West at historic Christian site in Turkey to pray for unity

Pope Leo XIV has joined Orthodox patriarchs and ecumenical leaders in Turkey to commemorate the 1,700th anniversary of the Council of Nicaea

Pope joins patriarchs from East and West at historic Christian site in Turkey to pray for unity
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Eight more arrested over deadly Hong Kong blaze as toll rises to 128 with hundreds still missing

Eight more arrested over deadly Hong Kong blaze as toll rises to 128 with hundreds still missing

Eight more arrested over deadly Hong Kong blaze as toll rises to 128 with hundreds still missing
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Death toll from floods in Thailand reaches 145 as receding water reveals widespread damage

The death toll from flooding in southern Thailand has reached at least 145, according to officials

Death toll from floods in Thailand reaches 145 as receding water reveals widespread damage
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Sri Lanka braces for more flooding as Cyclone Ditwah claims 46 lives

Cyclone Ditwah swept northward across Sri Lanka on Friday, leaving 46 people dead and 23 missing amid widespread floods, with torrential rain and strong winds

Sri Lanka braces for more flooding as Cyclone Ditwah claims 46 lives
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Rescuers step up recovery operations as Southeast Asia flood deaths reach 321

The death toll from floods across large swathes of Southeast Asia rose to at least 321 on Friday, with authorities working to

Rescuers step up recovery operations as Southeast Asia flood deaths reach 321
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Indonesia rejects US 'poison pill' clauses in trade deal talks, FT reports

Indonesia is resisting U.S. efforts to include "poison pill" clauses in a reciprocal tariff trade deal, challenging Washington's push to curb China's influence in Southeast Asia, the

Indonesia rejects US 'poison pill' clauses in trade deal talks, FT reports
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How does the Hong Kong tower fire compare to other recent building blazes?

A blaze that ripped through a massive apartment block in Hong Kong has claimed at least 128 lives, with 150 people still missing, surpassing the toll of a similar

How does the Hong Kong tower fire compare to other recent building blazes?
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China's factory activity set to shrink for eighth month - Reuters poll

China's factory sector likely shrank for an eighth month in November, highlighting the dilemma facing policymakers over whether to press ahead with tough structural reforms or roll

China's factory activity set to shrink for eighth month - Reuters poll
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CNN is at a community square in Hong Kong where volunteers are helping people affected by the fire

CNN correspondent Hanako Montgomery is near the site of the deadly fire in Hong Kong, where volunteers have organized hand-out of water, blankets and home-cooked meals. Tents have sprung up in the community square as people are offering help to survivors.

CNN is at a community square in Hong Kong where volunteers are helping people affected by the fire
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India's July-Sept economic growth accelerates to 8.2% y/y, beats forecasts

India's economy grew 8.2% year-on-year in July-September, accelerating from the 7.8% growth reported in the previous quarter, as strong consumer spending and manufacturing remained key

India's July-Sept economic growth accelerates to 8.2% y/y, beats forecasts
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Putin to discuss 'privileged partnership' with Modi on India visit next week

Russian President Vladimir Putin and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will discuss all aspects of their countries' "privileged strategic partnership" when Putin visits New Delhi

Putin to discuss 'privileged partnership' with Modi on India visit next week
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Philippine's detained ex-leader Duterte loses appeal

The International Criminal Court ruled on Friday that the Philippines' 80-year-old former President Rodrigo Duterte must remain detained despite a

Philippine's detained ex-leader Duterte loses appeal
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'Just silence': Families mourn elderly loved ones after Hong Kong inferno

The last message Chris Wong received from her 72-year-old mother was a kindly reminder to wrap up warm as colder temperatures hit Hong Kong.

'Just silence': Families mourn elderly loved ones after Hong Kong inferno
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Hong Kong fire poses test for China's grip on the city

A huge fire still burning in a Hong Kong high-rise apartment complex that has killed at least 55 people with almost 300 missing poses

Hong Kong fire poses test for China's grip on the city
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Thailand shifts gear in flood evacuation; Indonesia death toll climbs to 61

Flood rescue teams in Thailand readied drones to deliver aid and helicopters dropped supplies to people marooned on rooftops on Thursday, as the

Thailand shifts gear in flood evacuation; Indonesia death toll climbs to 61
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Hong Kong mourns as rescuers comb ruined buildings for bodies following deadly blaze. Here’s what we know

Hong Kong mourns as rescuers comb ruined buildings for bodies following deadly blaze. Here’s what we know

Hong Kong mourns as rescuers comb ruined buildings for bodies following deadly blaze. Here’s what we know
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'Like an ocean': Malaysians recall race against rising waters after major flood

Gon Qasim and her husband were about to flee their home in Malaysia's northern Perlis state last weekend when rising floodwaters cut off road access,

'Like an ocean': Malaysians recall race against rising waters after major flood
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Party of Pakistan ex-PM Imran Khan seeks prison visit over health concerns

The party of Pakistan's jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan demanded a meeting with him on Thursday, saying it was worried about his health as he has been

Party of Pakistan ex-PM Imran Khan seeks prison visit over health concerns
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Bamboo scaffolding, a centuries-old technique, comes under scrutiny after Hong Kong’s deadliest fire in decades

Bamboo scaffolding, a centuries-old technique, comes under scrutiny after Hong Kong’s deadliest fire in decades

Bamboo scaffolding, a centuries-old technique, comes under scrutiny after Hong Kong’s deadliest fire in decades
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Alibaba starts selling Quark AI glasses in China, enters global wearables race

Alibaba released on Thursday its new Quark artificial intelligence glasses in China, heralding the Chinese tech company's efforts to break into the AI wearables market dominated by

Alibaba starts selling Quark AI glasses in China, enters global wearables race
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Trump urged Japan's Takaichi not to aggravate China dispute, sources say

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Trump urged Japan's Takaichi not to aggravate China dispute, sources say
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Japan will pay 'painful price' if steps out of line over Taiwan, China military says

China's defence ministry said on Thursday that Japan will have to pay a "painful price" if it steps out of line over Taiwan, responding to Japanese plans to deploy missiles on an

Japan will pay 'painful price' if steps out of line over Taiwan, China military says
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Political prisoners released in Myanmar mass amnesty

Excited families are greeting relatives released from Myanmar’s Insein Prison as part of a mass amnesty granted by the country’s military rulers ahead of next month’s election

Political prisoners released in Myanmar mass amnesty
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China's top paper urges US to rein in Japan over Taiwan

China urged the U.S. on Thursday to rein in Japan and prevent any "actions to revive militarism" in an editorial published by the newspaper of the ruling Communist Party, as a war

China's top paper urges US to rein in Japan over Taiwan
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Myanmar junta pardons thousands ahead of disputed election

Myanmar's junta will pardon or drop charges against a total of 8,665 people, state media reported on Thursday, allowing them to vote in an upcoming election that Western countries and human

Myanmar junta pardons thousands ahead of disputed election
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Volunteers seek lost pets amid Hong Kong deadly inferno wreckage

As firefighters battled floor by floor in Hong Kong's flaming Wang Fuk Court housing complex overnight to find survivors and reunite them with

Volunteers seek lost pets amid Hong Kong deadly inferno wreckage
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Toyota October output grows for fifth straight month on strong US demand

Toyota Motor said on Thursday its global production rose for a fifth consecutive month in October, lifted by strong U.S. demand for hybrid vehicles that offset weaker sales in Japan

Toyota October output grows for fifth straight month on strong US demand
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Taiwan says it has discussed with US arms purchases for extra defence budget

Taiwan has already held preliminary talks with the United States about what weapons it wants to buy as part of a $40 billion supplementary defence

Taiwan says it has discussed with US arms purchases for extra defence budget
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Trump told Japan's PM to lower the volume on Taiwan, WSJ reports

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Trump told Japan's PM to lower the volume on Taiwan, WSJ reports
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South Korea exports seen rising in November on tech demand, US trade deal: Reuters poll

South Korean exports likely grew in November as technology demand remained robust and uncertainty was cleared following a trade deal with the U.S., a Reuters poll showed

South Korea exports seen rising in November on tech demand, US trade deal: Reuters poll
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Hong Kong police say death toll rises to 40 in residential blaze

Hong Kong police said on Thursday the death toll in a fire that ripped through residential blocks in the city had risen to 40, with 45 people still in a critical condition.

Hong Kong police say death toll rises to 40 in residential blaze
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Stocks buoyed by rate cut expectations, sterling choppy on UK budget surprise

Global stocks rallied for a fourth straight day on Wednesday as expectations for a U.S.

Stocks buoyed by rate cut expectations, sterling choppy on UK budget surprise
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Hong Kong buildings blaze kills 36, nearly 300 missing

At least 36 people were killed and 279 were missing on Wednesday after Hong Kong's deadliest fire in three decades ripped through high-

Hong Kong buildings blaze kills 36, nearly 300 missing
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Landslides and flash floods on Indonesia’s Sumatra island leave at least 23 dead and dozens missing

Torrential rains have unleashed flash floods and triggered landslides on Indonesia’s Sumatra island that have killed at least 23 people

Landslides and flash floods on Indonesia’s Sumatra island leave at least 23 dead and dozens missing
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South Africa clinches first test series win in India since 2000

South Africa has won its first test series in India since 2000, beating the hosts by 408 runs in the second cricket test

South Africa clinches first test series win in India since 2000
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China Vanke seeks first extension on onshore bond payment, bonds slump

China Vanke will seek bondholder approval to delay the repayment of a 2 billion yuan ($282.6 million) onshore bond, a filing late on Wednesday showed, a move that could

China Vanke seeks first extension on onshore bond payment, bonds slump