A devastating fire at a nightclub in Goa, India, has claimed the lives of at least 25 people, sparking immediate action and condolences from officials. The incident occurred around 12.04am…
In the wake of Cyclone Ditwah, Sri Lanka is grappling with severe flooding and devastating landslides that have left a trail of destruction—claiming nearly 500 lives and displacing thousands. The…
As 2024 unfolds, Asian markets are navigating a sea of mixed signals following recent US economic data. On one hand, expectations for a third consecutive interest rate cut by the…
Russian President Vladimir Putin’s two-day visit to India commenced on 4 December 2024, marking a significant attempt to bolster defence ties amidst escalating pressure from the United States. Prime Minister…
In a significant crackdown on transnational scam operations, Thailand’s authorities have seized assets exceeding US$300 million (S$388 million) linked to criminal networks across Southeast Asia. The move highlights the magnitude…
As South Korea reflects on the chaotic events of 3 December 2023, the political landscape continues to grapple with the aftermath of former President Yoon Suk-yeol‘s brief attempt to impose…
The Indian government’s recent directive requiring smartphone manufacturers to pre-install a state-run cybersecurity app has stirred significant debate on privacy and surveillance. With over 1.16 billion mobile users, this new…
KOTA KINABALU: The recent election results in Sabah have set the stage for a dramatic political landscape, with the Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) coalition poised to establish the next state…
Recent devastating flooding across Asia has claimed the lives of approximately 1,200 individuals while affecting hundreds of thousands more. With heavy rains brought on by a series of seasonal storms,…
A fierce cyclone, named Ditwah, has wreaked havoc across Sri Lanka, leading to devastating casualties and displacements. On 28 November 2024, the nation grapples with the aftermath of the storm,…
Severe flooding has thrown Southeast Asia into turmoil as devastating weather conditions wreak havoc in both Thailand and Indonesia. With rising floodwaters and landslides causing chaos, rescue operations are underway…
Taiwan’s government recently announced a substantial new defence budget of US$40 billion (S$52 million), with plans for significant arms purchases from the United States. This move underscores Taiwan’s commitment to…
In a heart-wrenching turn of events, southern Thailand is grappling with catastrophic floods that have already claimed 33 lives. Inundations have hit nine provinces, including the hardest-hit city of Hat…
Mysterious Case in Phitsanulok In a turn of events that could easily belong to a thriller movie, a 65-year-old woman from Phitsanulok, Thailand, astonished her family and temple staff by…
Diplomatic relations between Japan and China are at a boiling point as tensions escalate over remarks made by Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi regarding Taiwan. With both countries on edge,…
Alice Guo, a former mayor implicated in a shocking human trafficking scandal, has been sentenced to life imprisonment by a Philippine court. The verdict, delivered on 20 November 2024, has…
Severe flooding in central Vietnam has resulted in a tragic toll, with at least 16 lives lost and several others missing due to relentless rain since the weekend. The affected…
Following a harrowing incident off the southwestern coast of South Korea, all 267 people aboard the ferry Queen Jenuvia 2 were rescued after the vessel ran aground. The story echoes…
Political instability continues to rise in Bangladesh, as tensions in Dhaka intensify ahead of a pivotal court verdict regarding the country’s former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. The situation has escalated…
A devastating landslide in Cilacap, Central Java, has left at least 11 people dead and many others unaccounted for, following heavy rains. The incident, which occurred on the evening of…
As tensions rise in Kashmir following a series of deadly blasts, Indian authorities are ramping up security measures across the region. With at least 12 lives claimed in a recent…
A tragic minibus accident on the Indonesian resort island of Bali has resulted in the deaths of five Chinese tourists and injuries to eight others. The incident occurred on 14…
Recent remarks by Japan’s Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi regarding Taiwan have ignited a diplomatic crisis with China. During a parliamentary session, Takaichi suggested that a Chinese attack on Taiwan could…
As tensions rise once again between Thailand and Cambodia, Malaysia steps in, offering a neutral ground for peace talks. Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim made the announcement, emphasising both nations’ leaders’…
Asian markets are feeling the aftershocks of the latest news from the United States, where lawmakers have made significant strides towards ending a prolonged government shutdown. Both the hope for…
In a harrowing incident on Monday evening, at least eight lives were claimed by an explosion in a densely populated area near the iconic Red Fort in New Delhi, according…
As the Philippines braces for the impact of Super Typhoon Fung-wong, also known as Uwan, over 100,000 residents have been evacuated from coastal and low-lying areas. The weather bureau has…
KUALA LUMPUR: The tragic death of Taiwanese influencer Iris Hsieh Yu-hsin has taken a dark turn, as authorities officially reclassify her case as murder. Hsieh, known as the ‘nurse goddess’,…
Malaysia is treading carefully in the wake of its recent trade agreement with the United States, following mixed reactions at home. The deal, which aims to boost cooperation on critical…
The city of Hue in Vietnam is grappling with unprecedented flooding after record rainfall overwhelmed the region. In a shocking overnight deluge, three measuring stations recorded rainfall exceeding one metre,…