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Former Philippine Leader Duterte Appears Before ICC Judges for First Time
Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte appears in court for the first time since being transferred to the International Criminal Court (ICC).
Thailand presses Israeli ambassador over badly behaved tourists
Thailand's Foreign Minister urged the Israeli ambassador to ensure Israeli citizens respect local laws and customs after incidents involving tourists and entrepreneurs caused tensions.
North Korea builds new Yongbyon uranium enrichment facility, IAEA says
North Korea has constructed a new uranium enrichment facility at Yongbyon and expanded operations at Kangson, according to the IAEA. The developments raise serious concerns about Pyongyang's nuclear program.
The Asia-Pacific Media High-End Forum recently convened in Shenzhen, gathering over 400 representatives from more than 40 countries and regions to discuss APEC's 'China Year' and foster regional cooperation.
Why early warning signs of glacier collapse in Nepal were difficult to detect
A devastating glacier collapse in Nepal and Tibet on August 26, 2026, caused flash floods and significant casualties, highlighting the inadequacy of current early warning systems despite experts detecting prior signs of accelerated glacier movement.
USS Lincoln crew hits the streets of Thailand's Pattaya after nine-month deployment
Thousands of US sailors and Marines from the USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier arrived in Thailand's Pattaya for shore leave after a record-breaking nine-month deployment to the Middle East.
Cambodians displaced by border conflict start over, but most want to go home
Over 3,000 Cambodian families, displaced by deadly border clashes with Thailand last year, have moved into a new government-built "waiting village" near the border, though most express a desire to return to their original homes.
Rescuers Dig into Tunnel as Missing Toll from Nepal and China Flood Tops 3,000
Rescuers search for thousands missing after deadly flood in Nepal and China, with 3,044 missing and 750 confirmed deaths.
Number of missing in Nepal and China floods soars to nearly 3,000
Rescuers still searching for thousands missing after devastating floods in Nepal and China.
Sonova, a Swiss hearing aid maker, has launched its third hearing-aid platform utilising real-time AI, called Phonak EON, which offers a smaller, lighter device with an advanced AI that makes speech twice as understandable while requiring less listening effort.
Online scam syndicates in Asia-Pacific are becoming more sophisticated, using agentic AI to carry out multi-step tasks and cheat victims. Losses from transnational online scams tripled to $114 billion last year.
Kim Jong-un's sister has cast doubt on Donald Trump's claims of secret US-North Korea talks, saying the US remains an enemy of Pyongyang. Trump said he plans to meet Kim later this year, but Kim Yo-jong said she knew 'absolutely nothing' about the supposed communications.
South Korea admits Trump blindsided Seoul by cutting military drills
South Korea's Foreign Minister Cho Hyun stated that Seoul received no warning from Donald Trump regarding his decision to substantially reduce joint military exercises, a move Trump announced publicly and linked to South Korea's stance on Iran.
China’s top envoy to visit Seoul as Trump shakes U.S.-South Korea ties
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi will visit South Korea for two days from Wednesday, stepping up engagement with Seoul as President Donald Trump sows doubts about Washington’s reliability in the region.
U.S. allies call South Korea cooperation ‘critical’ after Trump orders exercise cut
U.S. allies expressed concern over President Donald Trump's order to scale back joint military exercises with South Korea, which they see as a bid to lure North Korean leader Kim Jong Un back to talks.
A U.S. Indo-Pacific priority? Not so fast
It's increasingly difficult to make sense of U.S. foreign policy, particularly its focus on the Indo-Pacific region. Successive administrations have long challenged the readiness to follow through on this strategy, and inconsistencies are becoming impossible to cover up.
Indonesian mother recounts emergency birth during 7.7-magnitude quake
An Indonesian mother, Maria Florida Nogo Kelen, recounts her experience of giving birth during a 7.7-magnitude earthquake that killed 68 people in eastern Indonesia.
Systems Limited Named Among Forbes Asia’s Best Under a Billion 2026 Companies
Systems Limited has been recognized among Forbes Asia’s Best Under a Billion 2026 companies, marking the sixth time the Pakistani technology company has secured a place on the prestigious list.
The Australian Labor Party government of Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has championed the virtues of a 'stabilized' relationship with President Xi Jinping's China, but lately, there have been signs of trouble. Albanese's tone toward Beijing is hardening, and he has beco…
Thousands await aid after deadly 7.7-magnitude quake on Indonesia's Flores island
A 7.7-magnitude earthquake on Indonesia's Flores island has killed 48 people, injured dozens, and damaged hundreds of homes and buildings. Thousands of evacuees are awaiting essential aid, including food, medicine, and shelter, as aftershocks continue.
North Korea’s Kim and Russia’s Putin Reaffirm Ties on Korean Liberation Day
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un reaffirmed ties with Russia in a message to President Vladimir Putin as Pyongyang marked the anniversary of independence from Japan’s colonial rule. Kim expressed hope for the future of ties that had ‘carried forward the history of common s…
South Korea president proposes talks with Pyongyang to formally end Korean War
South Korean President Lee Jae-myung proposed talks with North Korea to formally end the long-running Korean War, as Pyongyang deepens ties with Russia while asserting its status as an 'irreversible' nuclear state.
'Suffocating restrictions' shadow five years of Taliban rule in Afghanistan
Five years after seizing power, the Taliban government celebrates Afghanistan's security and "freedom," but faces mounting criticism over severe restrictions on women and girls, economic hardship, and international isolation.
Japan Defense Minister Visits War-Linked Yasukuni Shrine as PM Stays Away
Japan's defense minister paid his respects at Yasukuni Shrine, a war-linked site that has long dogged Tokyo's relations with its Asian neighbors. Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi stayed away.
A powerful 7.7-magnitude quake has struck off the coast of Indonesia, the US Geological Survey said. No immediate casualties or damage were reported.
Indonesia’s flagship free meals initiative leaves kitchen investors deep in debt
Indonesia's free meals program, a flagship initiative by President Prabowo Subianto, has plunged investors who built kitchens in remote areas into significant debt due to delayed or altered government reimbursement terms. Many, like Sigit Buludawa, borrowed heavily from u…
More than a million people were moved to safety across eastern China by Sunday evening as powerful Typhoon Dolphin made landfall amid fears torrential rain would cause flooding and landslides.
Nagasaki 81st atomic bomb anniversary unnerves proponents of pacifism
Japan marked the 81st anniversary of the Nagasaki atomic bombing amid a growing debate over its long-held pacifist stance and non-nuclear principles, driven by regional military expansion and doubts about US security commitments.
Taiwan’s 2027 defense spending to rise 16%, official media reports
Taiwan's Cabinet plans to propose a 16% increase in defense spending for 2027, pushing the budget past 1 trillion new Taiwan dollars ($31 billion) for the first time, in response to escalating Chinese pressure.
Typhoon Dolphin set to hit China’s east coast, triggering flood warnings
Typhoon Dolphin is expected to make landfall on China's east coast on Sunday, bringing torrential rain and powerful winds, prompting flood and landslide warnings. The storm previously swept through Okinawa Prefecture, causing injuries and power outages.