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MIDDLE EAST TENSIONS

 

The Straits Times

PM Wong reaffirms Singapore’s commitment to Palestinian statehood

Dawn

UN expert, Amnesty slam ‘absurd’ clip of Gaza as seaside resort posted on Trump social media

China Daily

Doubts remain as Gaza conflict marks 500 days

Dawn

US President Trump’s neo- colonial fantasy in Gaza

The Kathmandu Post

Nepal seeks Qatar’s help to secure release of Hamas hostage Bipin Joshi

The Jakarta Post

Indonesia’s Prabowo, Turkiye’s Erdogan reaffirm support for Palestine

The Straits Times

Gaza tops talks between Malaysia and Turkey during President Erdogan’s visit to Kuala Lumpur

Dawn

What we get wrong about the Taliban’s ‘gender apartheid’

The Straits Times

Hamas says it will stop releasing Israeli hostages, throwing Gaza ceasefire into doubt

The Jakarta Post

Indonesia adopts wait and see position on Trump’s Gaza plan amid ‘unpredictable’ US regime

The Nation

Tears of joy: Five former Hamas hostages return home

The Straits Times

Singapore reiterates longstanding support for Palestinians’ right to a homeland of their own

The Star

Malaysia will not change its stance on Gaza, says PM Anwar

Dawn

World backs two-state solution after Trump’s stunning takeover plans for Gaza

Dawn

Car bomb kills 20 in northern Syria, deadliest since Assad toppled

The Nation

Thai PM Paetongtarn makes video call to Thais released by Hamas in Tel Aviv

CLIMATE AND ENVIRONMENT

Kuensel

A year of extreme weather in Bhutan

The Japan News

Skiers unprepared for sudden trouble in Japan’s Aomori; tourists advised to take extra precautions

Dawn

Will Pakistan’s power sector survive climate change?

The Kathmandu Post

6.1-magnitude earthquake strikes Nepal

The Nation

Cruise owner faces licence suspension for dumping garbage in Bangkok’s Chao Phraya river

The Japan News

Residents evacuate to shelters amid forest fire in Japan’s Iwate

Kuensel

The paradox of Bhutan’s water crisis

Kuensel

Looming water crisis for millions in Bhutan?

The Kathmandu Post

Nepal’s preparations to host global climate forum in full swing

Dawn

Pakistan’s Karakoram Highway blocked at several points due to landsliding from heavy rains

Dawn

29 dead due to hail, rain in Afghanistan: officials

The Nation

Residents warned of unstable weather in Thailand’s North, flash floods in South

Viet Nam News

Areas in Vietnam at risk of flash floods and landslides due to heavy rainfall

The Kathmandu Post

Nepal’s Rolwaling region hit by heavy snowfall, delaying hotel reopenings

The Kathmandu Post

Farmers in Nepal’s Rukum West suffer as climate change bites

Kuensel

USD 20 million project to enhance climate resilience in Bhutan’s Thimphu-Paro region

HEALTH

 

The Nation

Public Health Ministry to vaccinate Thai Muslim pilgrims by May 31

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Philippine health department cites increase in HFMD among kids

The Kathmandu Post

WHO reconfirms Nepal’s maternal and neonatal tetanus-free status

China Daily

Shanghai ramps up smoking control measures

Kuensel

Bhutan’s mother-and-child healthcare gets a boost

The Korea Herald

Influenza and pneumonia, a dangerous combination

The Nation

Air pollution illnesses in Thailand hit 12.3M in 2024

The Statesman

341 children in India’s Punjab get new lease of life with free heart surgeries

The Japan News

Drone delivery of medicine on river route demonstrated in Japan’s Hamamatsu

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Breaking hearts and the bank: The cost of heart attack, stroke in the Philippines

The Star

42-hour week is tough enough, say nurses in Malaysia

Kuensel

‘Super-specialty’ hospital to transform Bhutan’s healthcare

The Nation

Thai government warns teens about “Zombie Cigarettes” containing sedative drugs

The Straits Times

Attitudes have improved, but fear of mental health stigma at work persists in Singapore

Viet Nam News

Vaccine against hand-foot-mouth disease to be brought to Vietnam

The Nation

Thai public warned to avoid raw milk after avian flu detected in mammals

ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE

Viet Nam News

Vietnam’s first AI-generated film honours healthcare sector

The Straits Times

Speak easy: Can AI and language learning apps really help you achieve fluency?

The Straits Times

Singapore to press on with large-scale applied AI push, cross-sector research

Viet Nam News

Laws on artificial intelligence crucial for Vietnam’s digital transformation: experts

The Korea Herald

Defence Ministry to test out generative AI in South Korea-US military drill

China Daily

AI ’employees’ help streamline city services in China

China Daily

Volunteers use AI to help reunite families from China, Taiwan

China Daily

Chinese consumers warned over AI courses

The Korea Herald

North Korea shows signs of ramping up ChatGPT use

The Jakarta Post

Indonesia’s GARUDA program set to empower 100,000 civil servants with AI skills

China Daily

AI tech ‘cannot predict winning lottery numbers,’ says authorities in China

The Straits Times

China faces talent shortage amid DeepSeek-fuelled AI jobs surge

The Korea Herald

South Korea acting president outlines plan to develop ‘Korean ChatGPT’

The Japan News

Japan’s Yahoo News site has AI feature asking commenter to reconsider vulgar words, phrases

The Jakarta Post

Indonesia to build AI chatbot modeled on China’s DeepSeek: official

The Korea Herald

Who is Brian Koo, the man behind South Korea’s $35b AI data center?

THE ASIAN VIEW

FIGHTING FAKE NEWS

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Philippine President Marcos releases video warning against trolls

The Straits Times

Information transparency in the spotlight as prominent Hong Kong pollster faces closure

The Nation

Thai fact-checkers ‘won’t let disinformation off the hook’

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Probe on fake news, disinformation ‘machinery’ set at Philippine Congress

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Philippine health department warns public about fake page misusing health officials’ photos

The Korea Herald

Report of Chinese spies rigging election ‘entirely false’: US Forces Korea

The Star

Beware of fake news about Malaysian King on site impersonating The Star

The Jakarta Post

Indonesia’s fact-checkers slam Meta’s decision to end US fact-checking program

The Straits Times

Filipino Nobel winner Maria Ressa says ‘dangerous times’ ahead after Meta ends US fact-checking

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Philippine lawmakers propose probe into fake, malicious social media posts

The Phnom Penh Post

Minister warns of daily fake news threats undermining Cambodia’s stability

The Daily Star

Bangladesh Chief Adviser press wing debunks media reports on communal violence

The Phnom Penh Post

In Cambodia, viral HIV ‘fake news’ post undermining faith in public health

The Statesman

Solutions to cybercrime are crucial for India’s future: PM Modi

Dawn

Fact check: Video said to be of journalist Mati­ullah Jan being drummed out from PMA is a deepfake

The Daily Star

Video claiming ‘attack on Hindu temple in Bangladesh’ is actually from India

ASEAN MATTERS

Vientiane Times

Subregional initiatives should align with ASEAN’s broader visions: Lao foreign minister

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Philippine defence secretary urges ASEAN to unite vs South China Sea ‘violations’

Vientiane Times

Laos calls for a united and resilient ASEAN amid global challenges

Viet Nam News

Southeast Asian leaders call for greater unity, inclusivity, resilience in face of global turbulence

Viet Nam News

ASEAN navigates digital challenges on women, peace, security agenda

The Star

Malaysia PM Anwar to address 2nd ASEAN Future Forum in Hanoi

The Star

ASEAN nations embrace ‘visitor’ terminology for streamlined tourism statistics

The Star

Malaysia PM Anwar discusses Myanmar, South China Sea, intra-ASEAN trade issues with Brunei Sultan

The Star

Malaysia won’t be part of ‘great power rivalries,’ ASEAN must diversify partnerships, says PM Anwar

Viet Nam News

Vietnam takes part in Japan-ASEAN Defence Vice-Ministerial Forum

The Star

Malaysia-India diplomacy could ease ASEAN tariff hurdle

The Star

Grey wave sweeps across Southeast Asia

The Phnom Penh Post

ASEAN, Australia enhancing ‘fishway’ collaboration for sustainable fisheries

Viet Nam News

Timor-Leste on track for ASEAN accession, says ambassador

The Nation

Anwar-Thaksin meeting of great benefit to ASEAN, says PM Paetongtarn

The Nation

Thai PM Paetongtarn assigns FM to coordinate with ASEAN to fight PM2.5

CROSS-STRAITS RELATIONS

China Daily

Devotion to sea goddess Mazu stretches from Fujian to Taiwan

The Straits Times

China says Taiwan ‘manipulating’ undersea cable cutting before facts clear

China Daily

Volunteers use AI to help reunite families from China, Taiwan

The Japan News

China doubles military aircraft flights around Taiwan

China Daily

China slams Taiwanese nationalist political party for ‘obstructing’ cross-Strait tourism

The Straits Times

Taiwan and China need peace given ‘multifold changes’ internationally: President Lai Ching-te

China Daily

Group tours to Taiwan to resume soon for residents from Fujian province, Shanghai

The Straits Times

Taiwan to ramp up monitoring of ‘flags of convenience’ ships after severed undersea cables

China Daily

Culinary explorations foster bonds across the Strait

The Japan News

Taiwan’s TSMC to launch full-scale production in Japan, US, Germany as part of ‘silicon shield’ vs China

The Jakarta Post

Taiwan says cyberattacks double in 2024, China main culprit

The Straits Times

In a first, Taiwan’s Presidential Office stages war game to simulate China emergency

The Straits Times

Makers of Taiwan’s Zero Day TV series set around invasion fear backlash from China

China Daily

Former Chinese Kuomintang party chairman promotes cross-Strait youth exchanges in Sichuan

The Straits Times

Taiwan suspects secret service officer of leaking secrets

China Daily

Former chairman of Chinese Kuomintang party leaves for mainland tour with group of Taiwan youth

INDO-PACIFIC AND ASIA

The Straits Times

Chinese warships circle Australia, stoking an anxious nation’s worst fears

Viet Nam News

Vietnam, New Zealand elevate relationship to Comprehensive Strategic Partnership

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Philippine President Marcos welcomes Palau counterpart Whipps; pacts signed to boost ties

The Phnom Penh Post

Joint Australian-Cambodian workshop explores economic diversification strategies

The Straits Times

Singapore ranks first among Asia-Pacific cities in study of liveability, lovability, prosperity

The Japan News

Japan PM Ishiba keeps focus of talks with US President Trump on Indo-Pacific issues

The Straits Times

Singapore ranked least corrupt country in Asia-Pacific, third in world: Global anti-graft watchdog

The Phnom Penh Post

Australia pledges over $10M to support Cambodia’s fisheries

The Straits Times

Asia-Pacific ahead of US, EU in retail crypto activity: Report

The Straits Times

Australia to fast-track job applications of nurses from Singapore, UK, US to fill dire shortage

China Daily

Australian PM: Ties with Chinese people crucial

Viet Nam News

Vietnam to become Asia-Pacific region’s fastest growing economy in 2026

The Statesman

Indian foreign minister discusses bilateral issue, QUAD with counterparts from Japan, Australia

The Statesman

US envoy meets Indian PM Modi, says Indo-US partnership will continue to grow

The Japan News

Japan Foreign Minister Iwaya attends Palau President’s inauguration; maritime security discussed

The Jakarta Post

The Pacific in 2025: Navigating the shared challenges

ASIAN EDITORS CIRCLE

COMBATING INFLATION

The Daily Star

Ramadan price hike: A seasonal trend or market manipulation?

The Star

Malaysia’s rice subsidy gets praise, but not from farmers

The Star

Coconut milk price in Malaysia hike ‘unprecedented’

The Nation

Plummeting rice prices pose a challenge to Thailand’s Pheu Thai-led government

The Daily Star

Gold prices hit all-time high in Bangladesh

The Daily Star

Farmers from Rajshahi in Bangladesh protest hike in cold storage fee

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Philippine agri dep’t, meat sector agree on no max suggested retail price for pork for 2 weeks

China Daily

Japanese government taps into rice reserves amid surging prices

China Daily

China’s full-year CPI target likely lower at 2%

The Straits Times

Inflation eases in 2024 on lower prices of cars, clothing, some food items in Singapore

The Daily Star

Gold prices set to hit US$ 1233 for the first time in Bangladesh

The Daily Star

Edible oil crisis is artificial: tariff commission

Philippine Daily Inquirer

59 percent of Filipinos affected by surging rice prices, says survey

Kuensel

Prices in Bhutan rise by 2.82 percent in 2024, inflation at five-year low

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Electricity is cheaper this cool January in the Philippines

The Jakarta Post

Inflation in Indonesia hits decades low amid electricity discount, waning spending power

SPORTS & GAMES

The Straits Times

Singapore’s Yeo Jia Min wins German Open to end badminton title drought

Dawn

Cats, snakes, rowdy fans — 4 times the 2025 Champions Trophy in Pakistan saw intruders on the pitch

Viet Nam News

Vietnamese shooters aim for high results after Asian Cup victory

China Daily

Hong Kong’s sports medicine expertise lifts athletes to new heights

Viet Nam News

Vietnam invited to compete at 2026 Olympic Winter Games

Dawn

Champions Trophy: Virat does a Kohli, powers India to easy win over Pakistan

The Star

Cyclists Shah, Izzah, Aisyah win medals as Malaysia surpass target at Asian Championships

The Kathmandu Post

Bhandari sends Nepal into four nations final

Dawn

Pakistan’s dream of hosting world cricket becomes reality

Go Go Mongolia

Mongolian cyclist S.Jambaljamts wins bronze at 2025 Asian Road Cycling Championships

Dawn

Champions Trophy 2025: High stakes, high hopes for Pakistan

The Kathmandu Post

Chaudhary gives Nepal a flying start against Kyrgyzstan

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Philippine men’s curling team wins historic gold at Asian Winter Games

The Korea Herald

South Korea’s Cha Jun-hwan comes from behind for gold in men’s figure skating at Winter Asiad

The Phnom Penh Post

New Year tournament gives students a shot at ‘King of Khmer Chess’ title

The Japan News

Japanese ski resorts struggle amid declining birthrate

ASIA ON SCREEN

Nepal’s Rukum shepherds descend to lower climes to avoid cold
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Nepal’s Rukum shepherds descend to lower climes to avoid cold
Traditional Japanese performance art ‘Kyogen’ gets modern twist with avatar robot, dancers
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Traditional Japanese performance art ‘Kyogen’ gets modern twist with avatar robot, dancers
China's youth reimagine weddings
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China's youth reimagine weddings
Letter from Kolkata: Saving the yellow Hindustan Ambassador taxi
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Letter from Kolkata: Saving the yellow Hindustan Ambassador taxi
First look at Singapore’s Rainforest Wild Asia in Mandai
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First look at Singapore’s Rainforest Wild Asia in Mandai
Empowering the visually impaired in Vietnam
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Empowering the visually impaired in Vietnam
Vietnam’s blind box fever
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Vietnam’s blind box fever
Breaking the walls of silence for those suffering with aphasia
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Breaking the walls of silence for those suffering with aphasia
Vietnamese festivals embrace community spirit
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Vietnamese festivals embrace community spirit
When music bridges us together: A conversation with China’s first female conductor
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When music bridges us together: A conversation with China’s first female conductor
Nepal’s Rukum shepherds descend to lower climes to avoid cold
Nepal’s Rukum shepherds descend to lower climes to avoid cold
Traditional Japanese performance art ‘Kyogen’ gets modern twist with avatar robot, dancers
Traditional Japanese performance art ‘Kyogen’ gets modern twist with avatar robot, dancers
China's youth reimagine weddings
China's youth reimagine weddings
Letter from Kolkata: Saving the yellow Hindustan Ambassador taxi
Letter from Kolkata: Saving the yellow Hindustan Ambassador taxi
First look at Singapore’s Rainforest Wild Asia in Mandai
First look at Singapore’s Rainforest Wild Asia in Mandai
Empowering the visually impaired in Vietnam
Empowering the visually impaired in Vietnam
Vietnam’s blind box fever
Vietnam’s blind box fever
Breaking the walls of silence for those suffering with aphasia
Breaking the walls of silence for those suffering with aphasia
Vietnamese festivals embrace community spirit
Vietnamese festivals embrace community spirit
When music bridges us together: A conversation with China’s first female conductor
When music bridges us together: A conversation with China’s first female conductor
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SPOTLIGHT ON ASIA

The Straits Times

As Singapore’s adult literacy levels decline, book clubs offer a solution

The Korea Herald

Real-life version of South Korean drama’s ‘Lovely Runner’ couple melts millions of hearts

The Kathmandu Post

Tricks to deter tiger attacks in Nepal

China Daily

Devotion to sea goddess Mazu stretches from Fujian to Taiwan

The Straits Times

They still do: 7 elderly couples in Singapore talk about love and marriage

China Daily

Xinjiang’s sands reveal fascinating finds

The Korea Herald

South Korean with paralysis completes master’s degree using only his eyes

The Japan News

Japanese company sun-dries straw hats in the cold of winter

The Japan News

Japanese Nobel Laureate Mishima’s letter spurred writer Ishihara to enter politics

The Kathmandu Post

Pashupatinath premises in Kathmandu abuzz with Babas ahead of Shivaratri

The Korea Herald

Live well, die well: As South Korea ages, investors turn to funeral services

The Straits Times

No tuition or travel, but Singapore family with four children say ‘we have all we need’

Viet Nam News

One Vietnamese man’s quest to keep a language alive

The Kathmandu Post

Chepang beekeepers of Nepal taste success in honey business

The Japan News

Japan’s mountain trails are seeing more hikers, but trail menders are ageing

Dawn

The Gulgee Museum in Karachi is a son’s tribute to a master

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