Live Nation antitrust trial resumes Monday on state claims after settlement talks break down
State lawmakers grill former special prosecutor Nathan Wade over Georgia Trump election case
California launches probe after video shows petition gatherers offering money for signatures
Inclusion of Russia in 2026 Venice Biennale art fair sparks outcry
Trump ally Ric Grenell stepping down as Kennedy Center president
State Department slashes fee to renounce US citizenship by 80% to $450
The 'Spieth experience' is entertaining to fans and frustrating for him at The Players
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Free solo climber Alex Honnold conquers one of the world’s tallest buildings
Free solo climber Alex Honnold conquers one of the world’s tallest buildings
January 25, 2026Asia
Asia|Crime|Political|World
A suicide bomber strikes a wedding in northwestern Pakistan and kills 7 people
Police say a suicide bomber detonated an explosive vest among guests at a wedding ceremony in northwestern Pakistan, killing at least seven people and wounding 25
January 23, 2026
Asia|Crime|Political|World
China's top general under investigation in latest military purge
China's Defense Ministry says the military's top general is under investigation for serious violations of discipline and law
January 24, 2026
Asia|Europe|Food|Technology|Travel
Gorgeous islands that tourism hasn’t swallowed whole
Gorgeous islands that tourism hasn’t swallowed whole
January 24, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|Political|US|World
Trump administration's defense strategy tells allies to handle their own security
The Pentagon has released a National Defense Strategy that chastises U.S. allies to take control of their own security and reasserts the Trump administration’s focus on dominance in the Western Hemisphere over a longtime goal of countering China
January 24, 2026
Asia|Economy|Political|World
Japan will hold an early election next month as Takaichi aims to capitalize on her popularity
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has dissolved the lower house of parliament to pave the way for an early election on Feb. 8
January 23, 2026
Asia|Political|World
Vietnam leader To Lam consolidates power with reelection as country targets 10% growth
Vietnam’s Communist Party has re-elected To Lam as general secretary, putting the former security chief on track to become the country’s most powerful leader in decades
January 23, 2026
Asia|Crime|Election|Political|World
Hong Kong vigil organizer says she was seeking democracy, not end to Communist Party rule
A prominent activist who organized Hong Kong’s decades-old vigil commemorating the 1989 Tiananmen Square crackdown has defended their demand for ending "one-party rule” in court
January 23, 2026
Asia|Business|Crime|World
73 South Koreans repatriated from Cambodia to face investigations over online scams
Dozens of South Koreans detained in Cambodia for alleged involvement in online scams have been returned home to face criminal investigation
January 22, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
US stocks climb some more after Trump calls off his tariffs for Greenland
U.S. stocks rose and regained more of their losses for the week
January 22, 2026
Asia|Crime|Political|World
2 Tiananmen vigil organizers plead not guilty in Hong Kong national security trial
Two Hong Kong pro-democracy activists have pleaded not guilty in a landmark national security trial
January 21, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|World
Japan records a 5th straight yearly trade deficit
Japan has reported it posted a trade deficit for the fifth straight year in 2025 as exports were hit by President Donald Trump’s tariffs and a diplomatic rift with neighboring China
January 22, 2026
Arts|Asia|Entertainment|Science|World
Indonesian handprints are the oldest cave art found yet
Handprints on the walls of Indonesian caves may be the oldest rock art studied so far, dating back at least 67,800 years
January 21, 2026
Asia|Crime|Political|World
South Korea's former prime minister jailed for 23 years in martial law case
A South Korean court has ruled that the failed imposition of martial law by former President Yoon Suk Yeol constituted an act of rebellion
January 21, 2026
Asia|Crime|Political|World
Man who assassinated former Japan leader Abe with homemade gun sentenced to life in prison
Man who assassinated former Japan leader Abe with homemade gun sentenced to life in prison
January 21, 2026
Asia|Crime|Political|World
Man who assassinated former Japanese prime minister gets life in prison
A Japanese court sentenced a man who admitted assassinating former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe to life imprisonment
January 21, 2026
Africa|Americas|Asia|Crime|Education|Environment|Europe|MidEast|US
Testimony ends in Uvalde officer's trial over response to 2022 school shooting, case set for jury
Witness testimony has ended in the trial of a former Uvalde, Texas, school police officer accused of failing in his duty to stop a gunman in the critical first minutes of the 2022 Robb Elementary School attack
January 20, 2026
Asia|Business|Crime|Environment|World
Recovery of 5 more bodies from Karachi shopping plaza brings fire death toll to 28
Rescuers in Karachi, Pakistan, are searching for dozens of missing people after a massive fire at a shopping plaza
January 20, 2026
Asia|Crime|MidEast|World
Islamic State group claims blast on Chinese restaurant in Kabul that killed 7
The Islamic State group has claimed responsibility for a bombing at a Chinese restaurant in Afghanistan’s capital that killed at least seven people including a Chinese national and wounded more than a dozen others
January 20, 2026
Africa|Americas|Asia|Business|Economy|Election|Europe|Finance|MidEast|Political|Stock Markets|US|World
Shapiro says Harris’ vetting team asked whether he was ‘an agent of the Israeli government’
Shapiro says Harris’ vetting team asked whether he was ‘an agent of the Israeli government’
January 19, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|Environment|Health|World
China’s birth rate drops to record low as economy hits target despite US trade war
China’s birth rate drops to record low as economy hits target despite US trade war
January 19, 2026
Asia|Crime|World
Rescuers recover more bodies from Karachi shopping plaza fire as death toll rises to 15
Rescuers have recovered more bodies from a massive fire at a shopping plaza in Karachi, Pakistan, pushing the death toll to at least 15
January 19, 2026
Asia|Economy|Health|World
China's population falls again as births drop to lowest rate since 1949 communist revolution
China's population continues to shrink
January 19, 2026
Asia|Environment|Travel|World
Indonesian rescuers find a body near wreckage of a plane that crashed with 11 aboard
Indonesian rescuers have recovered a body while searching for 11 people aboard a plane that crashed on Sulawesi island
January 18, 2026
Asia|Crime|Political|World
Journalists in Bangladesh demand protection amid rising attacks
Journalists and media leaders in Bangladesh are demanding protection after recent attacks on two major newspapers
January 17, 2026
Arts|Asia|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Videos
Grit and glamour: Behind-the-scenes docuseries asks what it takes to become a K-pop idol
Grit and glamour: Behind-the-scenes docuseries asks what it takes to become a K-pop idol
August 30, 2024
Asia|Celebrity|Entertainment|Fashion and Beauty|Lifestyle
For those seeking K-pop stardom, the path can be long and grueling
For those seeking K-pop stardom, the path can be long and grueling
January 05, 2025
Asia|Crime|Political|World
At top UN court, Myanmar denies deadly Rohingya campaign amounts to genocide
Myanmar insists its military campaign against the Rohingya ethnic minority was a legitimate counter-terrorism operation, not genocide
January 16, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|Technology|World
Taiwan hails its ‘best’ trade deal with US, as China protests
Taiwan’s premier has hailed a new trade deal with the United States as the “best tariff deal” enjoyed by countries with trade surpluses with Washington, while an official in Beijing condemned the accord
January 16, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World
Canadian prime minister hails renewed relations with China during his Beijing visit
Prime Minister Mark Carney says Canada and China are entering a new era of relations
January 15, 2026
Asia|Crime|World
Thailand suffers another construction accident just a day after rail tragedy that killed 32
A new construction accident near Bangkok has occurred just 24 hours after a deadly train accident in another part of Thailand
January 15, 2026
Asia|World
Japan and the Philippines sign a new defense pact as they face growing China aggression
Japan and the Philippines have signed a defense pact that will allow the tax-free provision of ammunition, fuel, food and other necessities when their forces stage joint training to boost deterrence against China’s growing aggression in the region and to bolster their preparation for natural disasters
January 15, 2026
Asia|Environment|Europe|Science|Technology|World
From a new flagship space telescope to lunar exploration, global cooperation – and competition – will make 2026 an exciting year for space
The US, China, India, Europe and Japan all have exciting missions on the horizon in 2026. Many of them are collaborative feats.
January 14, 2026
Asia|Crime|World
A construction crane falls onto a moving train in Thailand, killing at least 32 people
A construction crane has fallen onto a moving passenger train in northeastern Thailand, causing a derailment that killed at least 32 people
January 14, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|Health|World
David Webb, prominent Hong Kong shareholder activist, dies at 60
David Webb, a prominent Hong Kong shareholder activist, has died at 60
January 13, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|World
As Canada tries to reduce its dependence on the US, its leader will visit China to rebuild ties
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is visiting China this week to mend relations with the world's second-largest economy
January 12, 2026
Asia|Crime|Political|World
Hearings on whether Myanmar committed genocide against the Rohingya opens at top UN court
Myanmar heard accusations that it is responsible for genocide against the Rohingya ethnic minority at the top court of the United Nations, as long-awaited hearings began on Monday
January 12, 2026
Africa|Americas|Arts|Asia|Australia|Crime|Economy|Entertainment|Environment|Europe|Finance|MidEast|Stock Markets|US|World
Anti-ICE protesters assemble across the US after shootings in Minneapolis and Portland, Oregon
Minnesota leaders are urging protesters to remain peaceful as demonstrators converge on a Minneapolis park to protest the fatal shooting of a woman
January 10, 2026
Asia|Business|Crime|Economy|World
Alleged cybercrime kingpin arrested and extradited from Cambodia to China
Alleged cybercrime kingpin arrested and extradited from Cambodia to China
January 08, 2026
Asia|Crime|Political|World
US will provide $45 million in aid to Thailand and Cambodia in a bid to ensure regional stability
The United States will be providing significant aid to Thailand and Cambodia to ensure regional stability in the wake of the two nations fighting last year
January 09, 2026
Asia|Crime|Environment|World
Mound of garbage collapses at Philippine landfill, killing 2 and leaving 36 others missing
Officials in the Philippines say two people have been killed and 36 others are missing after an avalanche of garbage and debris buried or trapped workers at a landfill
January 09, 2026
Asia|Economy|Political|World
More diplomatic and economic tensions surface between China, Japan as a bumpy week ends
A week in which longtime tensions between neighbors China and Japan ratcheted up economically and politically is drawing to a close with no sign of improvements
January 09, 2026
Asia|Crime|World
Filipino Catholics express outrage over corruption scandal during massive religious procession
A massive crowd of mostly barefoot Filipino Catholics is joining an annual procession of a centuries-old statue of Jesus Christ in the Philippine capital, with some using the gathering to express outrage over a corruption scandal involving influential legislators
January 09, 2026
Asia|Business|Crime|Economy|Finance|World
Businessman extradited from Cambodia to China suspected of running vast online criminal empire
Prosecutors in the United States say Chen Zhi boasted of pulling in $30 million a day
January 08, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|World
China and Japan, uneasy neighbors in East Asia, are at odds again
They’re at it again
January 08, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World
China to probe Meta's acquisition of artificial intelligence startup Manus
China's commerce ministry says it plans to investigate Meta's acquisition of AI startup Manus
January 08, 2026
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Trump proposes massive increase in 2027 defense spending to $1.5T, citing 'dangerous times'
President Donald Trump is proposing setting U_S_ military spending at $1_5 trillion in 2027, citing “troubled and dangerous times.”
January 07, 2026
Americas|Asia|Business|Crime|Europe|Science|Technology|World
Musk's AI chatbot faces global backlash over sexualized images of women and children
Elon Musk's AI chatbot, Grok, is facing global criticism for generating sexualized deepfakes
January 06, 2026
Asia|Environment|World
Flash floods in Indonesia kill at least 16 people and sweep away homes
Flash floods triggered by torrential rain have killed at least 16 people in Indonesia’s North Sulawesi province
January 06, 2026
Asia|Business|Political|World
China bans exports to Japan of dual-use goods that could enhance Tokyo's military power
China has banned exports to Japan of dual-use goods for military purposes
January 06, 2026
Asia|Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World
Trump administration's capture of Maduro raises unease about the international legal framework
The capture of Nicolás Maduro by U.S. forces has sparked global controversy
January 06, 2026
Asia|Celebrity|Entertainment|Health
South Korean movie star Ahn Sung-ki, dubbed 'The Nation's Actor,' dies at 74
South Korean film star Ahn Sung-ki, whose prolific career earned him the nickname “The Nation's Actor,” has died
January 05, 2026
Asia|Political|World
Japan says Trump has invited its leader to the US. It comes as ties with China are strained
President Donald Trump has invited Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi to visit the United States this year
January 03, 2026
Arts|Asia|Health|Sports|World
Osaka ill at United Cup in Perth but hopes to be OK for the Australian Open
Four-time Grand Slam singles champion Naomi Osaka is feeling under the weather at the United Cup at Perth
January 02, 2026
Asia|Crime|Political|World
Pakistan sentences journalists, YouTubers and ex-military officers to life over inciting violence
A court in Pakistan’s capital has sentenced seven people to life imprisonment after convicting them of inciting violence
January 02, 2026
Asia|Crime|World
Indonesia’s new penal code takes effect, marking historic break with colonial law
Indonesia has begun enforcing its newly ratified penal code, replacing a Dutch-era criminal law that had governed the country for more than 80 years and marking a major shift in its legal landscape
January 02, 2026
Asia|Lifestyle|Political|World
Japan’s prime minister joins female lawmakers in fight for more toilets in parliament
Japan’s prime minister joins female lawmakers in fight for more toilets in parliament
January 01, 2026
Asia|Crime|Political|World
Thailand releases 18 Cambodian prisoners of war as part of ceasefire agreement
Thailand has repatriated 18 Cambodian prisoners of war
December 31, 2025
Asia|Political|World
China announces it 'successfully completed' Taiwan military maneuvers
China’s People’s Liberation Army says it has “successfully completed” two days of military exercises in the waters off Taiwan
December 31, 2025
Asia|Education|Health|Science|World
Pakistan's polio cases fell by half in 2025 despite attacks on vaccination teams
Officials say Pakistan has seen polio cases fall by more than half in 2025
December 31, 2025
Asia|Political|World
China flexes blockade capabilities near Taiwan on second day of military drills
China's People's Liberation Army is conducting large-scale military drills around Taiwan as part of "Justice Mission 2025."
December 30, 2025
Asia|Political|World
China stages war games around Taiwan after hitting out at major US arms deal
China stages war games around Taiwan after hitting out at major US arms deal
December 29, 2025
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World
China's top diplomat blasts US arms sale to Taiwan as military drills around the island unfold
China’s top diplomat has slammed a record U.S. military sale to Taiwan
December 30, 2025
Asia|World
Top diplomats of China, Cambodia and Thailand meet as Beijing seeks a stronger role in dispute
Foreign ministers from Cambodia and Thailand have convened with their Chinese counterpart to discuss the border dispute between the two Southeast Asian countries
December 29, 2025
Asia|Business|Economy|Environment|World
South Korea’s climate pledge to cut coal, lower emissions clash with US push for LNG purchases
South Korea is chasing a coal-free future in efforts to slash carbon emissions, an ambitious goal for the fossil fuel-dependent country
December 29, 2025
Asia|Crime|Environment|Lifestyle|Political
Hawaii hopes stricter laws will quiet illegal fireworks after deadly New Year's Eve blast
Hawaii authorities are cracking down on illegal fireworks after a tragic explosion last New Year's Eve killed six people
December 29, 2025
Asia|Crime|Economy|Political|World
Myanmar’s military junta begins elections as civil war sparked by coup still rages
Myanmar’s military junta begins elections as civil war sparked by coup still rages
December 27, 2025
Asia|Political|World
Thai and Cambodian top diplomats meet in China to solidify ceasefire
Top diplomats from Thailand and Cambodia have started talks in China to address their border dispute
December 28, 2025
Asia|Election|Political|World
Myanmar holds first election since military seized power but critics say the vote is a sham
Voters in Myanmar have voted in the first phase of the country’s general election
December 27, 2025
Asia|Political|World
Thailand and Cambodia sign a new ceasefire agreement to end border fighting
Thailand and Cambodia have signed a ceasefire agreement to end weeks of fighting over border disputes
December 27, 2025
Asia|Crime|Political|World
Cambodia reports Thai air strikes as the 2 nations hold peace talks
Cambodia says that Thailand hit a site in the country's northwest with an airstrike on Saturday even as the two sides pursue talks to end clashes
December 26, 2025
Asia|Crime|World
At least 15 injured in a knife and chemical attack at a factory in Japan
A man has been arrested after stabbing eight people and injuring seven others with a chemical believed to be bleach at a tire factory in central Japan
December 26, 2025
Asia|Political|World
Son of former Bangladesh prime minister returns after 17 years in exile with a chance to lead
The son of a former Bangladesh prime minister has returned to the country after more than 17 years in exile
December 25, 2025
Asia|Political|Science|Technology|World
North Korea displays apparent progress in construction of nuclear-powered submarine
North Korea displayed apparent progress in the construction of a nuclear-powered submarine, with state media photos showing a largely completed hull as leader Kim Jong Un condemned rival South Korea’s push to acquire the technology
December 25, 2025
Asia|Crime|World
US drops plan to deport Chinese national who exposed Xinjiang abuses, rights activists say
The Department of Homeland Security has dropped its plan to deport a Chinese national who entered the country illegally after his plight raised public concerns that the man, if deported, would be punished by Beijing for helping expose human rights abuses in China’s Xinjiang region
December 23, 2025
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
US stocks rise at the start of a holiday-shortened week
Stocks closed higher on Wall Street at the start of what’s expected to be a relatively calm holiday week
December 22, 2025
Asia|Crime|Europe|World
The killing of a general in Moscow follows a series of assassinations Russia blames on Ukraine
Russia has accused Ukraine of carrying out a number of high-profile attacks against prominent Russians since Moscow invaded its neighbor nearly four years ago
December 22, 2025
Asia|Political|World
Thailand and Cambodia to resume ceasefire talks after deadly border clashes
Thailand’s foreign minister says Thailand and Cambodia will resume talks to work toward a more durable ceasefire along their border
December 22, 2025
Asia|Science|Technology|World
Japan's new flagship H3 rocket fails to put geolocation satellite into orbit
Japan's space agency says its H3 rocket has failed to place a navigation satellite into orbit
December 22, 2025
Asia|Crime|Health|World
Passenger bus crash in Indonesia kills at least 16 people, official says
A rescue official in Indonesia says a passenger bus crash has killed at least 16 people on Indonesia’s main island of Java
December 22, 2025
Asia|Australia|Business|Crime|Entertainment|Environment|Europe|Health|Lifestyle|Political|World
Thousands gather at Bondi Beach to mourn victims of antisemitic attack
Thousands of mourners have gathered at Sydney’s Bondi Beach to mark a week since two gunmen targeted a Jewish festival, killing 15 people
December 21, 2025
Asia|Economy|Technology|World
US submarines are outnumbered in the Pacific. South Korea has a plan to help
US submarines are outnumbered in the Pacific. South Korea has a plan to help
December 21, 2025
Arts|Asia|Australia|Crime|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|Finance|MidEast|Political|World
Australian state plans tougher laws against displaying extremist flags after Bondi shooting
The Australian state of New South Wales is proposing a ban on public displays of Islamic State group flags and extremist symbols
December 20, 2025
Asia|Crime|Political|World
Pakistani court sentences former Prime Minister Imran Khan and wife to 17 years in graft case
A Pakistani court has convicted former Prime Minister Imran Khan and his wife, Bushra Bibi, sentencing them to 17 years in prison
December 20, 2025
Asia|Crime|World
Taiwan attacker planned assault that killed 3 and injured 11, authorities say
Taiwanese authorities says the suspect who killed three people and injured 11 others in knife and smoke-grenade attacks in the island’s capital had planned the assaults and set fires at other locations earlier in the day
December 20, 2025
Asia|Crime|Economy|Environment|World
The disaster-prone Philippines invested billions in flood control. Then officials looted the funds
The disaster-prone Philippines invested billions in flood control. Then officials looted the funds
December 19, 2025
Asia|Crime|World
3 killed in Taiwan knife attack, with the suspect later falling to his death from a department store
Taiwan's national news agency and the city government say a man with a knife and smoke grenades attacked crowds indiscriminately in Taiwan’s capital
December 19, 2025
Arts|Asia|Crime|Election|Political|World
Protesters storm offices of leading Bangladesh dailies after a 2024 uprising activist dies
Angry protesters have stormed the offices of Bangladesh’s two leading newspapers after news reached the country from Singapore of the death of a prominent activist in last year’s political uprising, who was shot by an assailant a week ago
December 18, 2025
Asia|Crime|World
Kinder chocolate and tears: Hong Kong lays to rest ‘gentle’ firefighter killed battling inferno that rocked city
Kinder chocolate and tears: Hong Kong lays to rest ‘gentle’ firefighter killed battling inferno that rocked city
December 19, 2025
Asia|Crime|Technology|World
Thailand conference launches international initiative to fight online scams
Thailand has helped launch a global effort to fight the spread of online scams that include criminal enterprises based largely in Southeast Asia
December 18, 2025
Arts|Asia|Education|Entertainment|World
This college entrance exam was so hard an official had to resign. Could you ace these questions?
This college entrance exam was so hard an official had to resign. Could you ace these questions?
December 19, 2025
Asia|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|Political|World
A photo of Miss Finland sparks racist accusations and furor across Asia
Finland's government is facing a backlash after its representative for the 2025 Miss Universe pageant, Sarah Dzafce, was seen pulling the corners of her eyes in a viral photo
December 18, 2025
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Thailand carries out more airstrikes on Cambodia as deadly border conflict flares
Thailand has conducted more airstrikes on Cambodia, targeting a warehouse storing rockets
December 18, 2025
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World
US announces massive package of arms sales to Taiwan valued at more than $10 billion, angering China
President Donald Trump's administration has announced a massive package of arms sales to Taiwan valued at more than $10 billion, including medium-range missiles, howitzers and drones
December 18, 2025
Asia|Business|Economy|World
India signs deal with Oman as it tries to counter US tariffs by accelerating free trade agreements
India has signed a comprehensive economic partnership agreement with Oman
December 18, 2025
Arts|Asia|Crime|World
Daughter of Hong Kong tycoon Jimmy Lai tells CNN she is devastated by guilty verdict handed down to her father
Daughter of Hong Kong tycoon Jimmy Lai tells CNN she is devastated by guilty verdict handed down to her father
December 17, 2025
Asia|Environment|Science|World
Why the weirdest sea level changes on Earth are happening off the coast of Japan
Why the weirdest sea level changes on Earth are happening off the coast of Japan
December 17, 2025
Asia|Crime|World
The Philippines’ long battle against Islamist extremism is back in the spotlight following Bondi attack
The Philippines’ long battle against Islamist extremism is back in the spotlight following Bondi attack
December 17, 2025
Asia|Crime|Health|World
Suspected militants kill 2, including a police officer guarding polio team in northwestern Pakistan
Police say suspected militants have opened fire on a police officer guarding a team of polio workers in northwestern Pakistan, killing the officer and a passerby
December 16, 2025
Asia|Crime|Political|World
Hong Kong media tycoon Jimmy Lai found guilty in landmark national security trial, faces possible life sentence
Hong Kong media tycoon Jimmy Lai found guilty in landmark national security trial, faces possible life sentence
December 15, 2025
Asia|Political|World
Hong Kong's biggest pro-democracy party votes to disband after more than 30 years of activism
Hong Kong's biggest pro-democracy party has voted to dissolve after more than 30 years of activism
December 14, 2025
Asia|Crime|Entertainment|Political|World
Thailand says Cambodian rocket fire has caused its first civilian death in new border fighting
Thailand's government reports a rocket attack from Cambodia on Sunday killed a 63-year-old villager
December 14, 2025
Asia|Business|Economy|World
High-end car sales sink in China as its economy slows, taking a toll on European automakers
Chinese demand for foreign luxury cars is waning as customers opt for more affordable Chinese brand models
December 14, 2025
Asia|Crime|Political|World
Fighting rages on Thai-Cambodian border despite Trump's ceasefire claim
Fighting is raging along the Thailand-Cambodia border, despite U.S. President Donald Trump's claim of a new ceasefire agreement
December 13, 2025
Asia|Celebrity|Entertainment|Sports|World
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
December 13, 2025
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
December 12, 2025
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
December 13, 2025
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
December 12, 2025
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?
December 12, 2025
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
December 11, 2025
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
December 11, 2025
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
December 11, 2025
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
December 10, 2025
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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
December 11, 2025
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
December 10, 2025
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
December 10, 2025
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
December 10, 2025
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
December 09, 2025
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.
December 08, 2025
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.”
December 08, 2025
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
December 09, 2025
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
December 09, 2025
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
December 09, 2025
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
December 09, 2025
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
December 09, 2025
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
December 08, 2025
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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
December 08, 2025
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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
December 08, 2025
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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
December 08, 2025
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Thailand launches airstrikes along border with Cambodia as tensions reignite
Thailand has launched airstrikes along its disputed border with Cambodia
December 08, 2025
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
December 07, 2025
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
December 07, 2025
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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
December 06, 2025
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
December 06, 2025
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
December 05, 2025
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
December 05, 2025
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
December 05, 2025
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
December 04, 2025
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
December 04, 2025
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
December 04, 2025
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
December 04, 2025
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
December 04, 2025
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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
December 03, 2025
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
December 03, 2025
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
December 03, 2025
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
December 03, 2025
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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
December 03, 2025
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.
December 03, 2025
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
December 03, 2025