Himalayan ‘glacier bankruptcy’ threatens water security for 2 billion in Asia
Glacier mass loss is causing the region to approach ‘peak water’, the point when river flows stop rising and start declining
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· delfin.dioquino editor
Yen appreciation has carry-trade seekers looking at these two currencies
The Japanese yen's recent appreciation has investors looking elsewhere for carry-trade funding, with the currencies of China and Canada eyed as potential replacements.
· Lisa Kim
India to bring 'Sarang' cultural festival to cities across S. Korea
SEOUL, Sept. 14 (Yonhap) -- India's annual cultural festival in South Korea will kick off this week, featuring traditional dance performances and workshops in cities across the country, the Indian Embassy in Seoul said Monday.
· Oh Seok-min
(2nd LD) Seoul ready to provide medical equipment to hospital in N. Korea if asked: gov't
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· Yi Wonju
S. Korea, ADB discuss supply chain, AI, energy ties
SEOUL, Sept. 14 (Yonhap) -- South Korea's finance minister on Monday discussed cooperation in supply chains for key minerals, artificial intelligence (AI) and energy with the president of the Asian Development Bank (ADB).
· Kang Yoon-seung
Cosco Shipping arm readies China IPO to capitalise on global shipbuilding wave
Supply chain stress and transit detours boost China’s shipbuilding orders, setting stage for Cosco Shipping Heavy Industry’s listing
· Frank Chen
Cosco Shipping arm readies China IPO to capitalise on global shipbuilding wave
Supply chain stress and transit detours boost China’s shipbuilding orders, setting stage for Cosco Shipping Heavy Industry’s listing
· Frank Chen
Cristiano Ronaldo returns to AFC Champions League - all you need to know about Asia's top competition | The National
When Cristiano Ronaldo was goaded by Al Ahli Saudi fans about their back-to-back continental titles at the end of last season, he had a ready reply: “I have won five.”
· Paul Radley
Comelec: Winning BARMM poll bets may bring 4 companions to proclamation
MANILA, Philippines — Winning candidates in the first Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) parliamentary elections may bring four companions to their proclamation, the Commission on Elections (Comelec) said Monday.
· Zacarian Sarao
High pay, high peril: Indian Kashmir still attracts migrant workers
Despite militant killings and security patrols, half a million Indian labourers flock to the region every year for double their home wages
· Agence France-Presse
High pay, high peril: Indian Kashmir still attracts migrant workers
Despite militant killings and security patrols, half a million Indian labourers flock to the region every year for double their home wages
· Agence France-Presse
Taiwan to open new Philippines mission in diplomatic push, sources say
The Philippines' President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te: The two sides are deepening cooperation despite the absence of official diplomatic recognition. (Source photos by Ken Kobayashi and Sae Kamae)
· THOMPSON CHAU
Acting police chief reaffirms efforts for investigative reform
SEOUL, Sept. 14 (Yonhap) -- South Korea's acting police chief on Monday reaffirmed efforts for investigative reform, including possibly increasing the number of investigators, in the wake of high-profile cases of police's alleged misconduct.
· Chae Yun-hwan
Lights out in Laos as electricity exports surge
Vientiane – Isolated, under-developed Laos brands itself the “Battery of Southeast Asia,“ powering its neighbors with dozens of hydroelectric plants, but frequent power outages leave its own people in the dark.
· No Author
OpenAI says it is in talks to train models in Australia
Ann O'Leary, OpenAI's vice president of global policy, speaks in Sydney on Sept. 14. (Photo by Shaun Turton)
· SHAUN TURTON
Science minister eyes more partnerships in AI, science with Central Asia
SEOUL, Sept. 14 (Yonhap) -- Science Minister Bae Kyung-hoon said at a ministerial meeting Monday he hopes to see expanded partnerships that combine the strengths of South Korea and Central Asia in the field of artificial intelligence (AI) and science technologies.
· Kang Jae-eun
Seoul prepares medical equipment for North Korean hospital despite tensions
Since 2017, I have covered South Korea’s political and economic landscape as a reporter, with a focus on foreign affairs, inter-Korean relations and security.As a foreign affairs reporter, I closely follow developments from the Ministry of Unification, the Foreign Ministry and the Defense Ministry, tracking shifts i…
· Jung Min-kyung
Japan’s Chubu Electric bosses resign over quake data-tampering scandal
An independent panel report said management’s ‘reprimand’ over delays was one of the reasons behind the falsification of figures
· Agence France-Presse
Japan’s Chubu Electric bosses resign over quake data-tampering scandal
An independent panel report said management’s ‘reprimand’ over delays was one of the reasons behind the falsification of figures
· Agence France-Presse
Beyond North Korea, Seoul’s spy law targets tech theft
China remains largest destination for detected leaks
· Moon Joon-hyun
Japan’s submarine debate signals break from nuclear taboos
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· Gabriel Honrada
S. Korea condemns Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia, calls for immediate halt
SEOUL, Sept. 14 (Yonhap) -- The foreign ministry on Monday condemned recent attacks by Yemen's Houthi rebels targeting civilian and economic facilities in Saudi Arabia and called for an immediate halt to such assaults.
· Oh Seok-min
NPS taps pension veteran Lee Kyu-hong as new CIO
Lee Kyu-hong, former chief investment officer at Teachers' Pension Korea, has been appointed to head fund management at the National Pension Service, the world's third-largest pension fund, which manages 1,866 trillion won ($1.4 trillion) in assets, the pension fund announced Monday.
· Im Eun-byel
Beijing puts a total ban on drones in update to regulations after deadly crash
China’s capital will enforce the country’s toughest rules on UAVs from November 15 but a no-fly zone will be in effect from Sunday
· Dannie Peng
Beijing puts a total ban on drones in update to regulations after deadly crash
China’s capital will enforce the country’s toughest rules on UAVs from November 15 but a no-fly zone will be in effect from Sunday
· Dannie Peng
‘Conscious unbossing’: China youth reject promotions to avoid intense corporate stress
Employees share scripts online on how to decline promotions, choosing better pay and recognition over career advancement
· Zoey Zhang
‘Conscious unbossing’: China youth reject promotions to avoid intense work stress
Employees share scripts online on how to decline promotions, choosing better pay and recognition over career advancement
· Zoey Zhang
Comelec urges Congress to amend 1985 election law on custody of ballots
MANILA, Philippines — The Commission on Elections (Comelec) on Monday urged the Congress to amend the Omnibus Election Code to transfer the custody of official ballots from the city and municipal treasurers to the poll body.
· Dianne Sampang
S. Korean Marines participate in U.S., Indonesia-led multinational drills
SEOUL, Sept. 14 (Yonhap) -- The South Korean Marines have taken part in annual multinational joint drills led by the United States and Indonesia, aimed at enhancing interoperability, the Marine Corps said Monday.
· Kim Hyun-soo
Indonesia intensifies search for 129 people missing after ship capsizes
Hundreds of rescuers including the coastguard have joined the search for 129 people missing after an Indonesian passenger ship capsized in the Java Sea, authorities said Monday.
· Al Jazeera Staff
N. Korea says latest missile launches were joint firepower strike drill
Since 2017, I have covered South Korea’s political and economic landscape as a reporter, with a focus on foreign affairs, inter-Korean relations and security.As a foreign affairs reporter, I closely follow developments from the Ministry of Unification, the Foreign Ministry and the Defense Ministry, tracking shifts i…
· Jung Min-kyung
From Uiseong garlic to Yeosu kimchi, Korea's regional flavors come to Seoul for Chuseok
Seoul rolls out 265 billion won in gift certificates to help with Chuseok shopping expenses
· Park Yuna
S. Korea to hold ODA conference on AI for sustainable development
SEOUL, Sept. 14 (Yonhap) -- The foreign ministry said Monday it will host an annual international conference on official development assistance (ODA) this week focusing on the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in development.
· Oh Seok-min
(Asiad) Women's volleyball coach confident of winning medal after 1st training in Japan
OKAZAKI, Japan, Sept. 14 (Yonhap) -- The coach of South Korea's national women's volleyball team on Monday expressed confidence that his team will win a medal at the upcoming Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games, saying his players are on track after their first official training session in Japan.
· Kim Boram
Dozen K Leaguers named to Moreno's 1st S. Korean squad
CHEONAN, South Korea, Sept. 14 (Yonhap) -- A dozen players based in the domestic K League were named to the first squad assembled by Robert Moreno for the men's national football team Monday.
· Yoo Jee-ho
Indian government pushes for wider civil code rollout despite Muslim concerns
India's home minister, Amit Shah, has vowed to further implement a contentious common civil code for states governed by the ruling Hindu nationalist party, a move expected to stoke concern among minority Muslims.
· Middleeasteye
Escudero sides with prosecution after defense tries to bar ex-Sandiganbayan justice
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· Dwight de Leon
Coach embraces opportunity to restore pride in soccer
The head coach of the men's national soccer team at the Asian Games said Monday he will try to capitalize on an opportunity to restore pride in the sport with a gold medal in Japan.
· Edwin Choi
Hormuz crisis forcing Japan to domesticate its energy security
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· John Calabrese
LG CNS wins recognition for Indonesia’s Coretax platform
LG CNS has received a plaque of appreciation from Indonesia’s tax authority for developing and supporting Coretax, the country’s integrated tax administration platform, the Korean IT services company said Monday.
· Jung Young-seon
North Korea says its recent live-fire drill demonstrated ‘huge destructive power’
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· Associated Press
Disney Run returns to Korea
The second edition of the Disney-themed running event will take place in Incheon on Oct. 31
· Lee Yoon-seo
From Musinsa to Daiso, K-beauty is rewriting Korea’s retail playbook
Korean retailers are finding new ways to capitalize on the booming K-beauty market, expanding beauty offerings into fashion platforms, pharmacies and discount stores.
· Cha Min-jung
Chinese Hyrox athlete sparks debate for continuing race after soiling herself
International athletics brand Hyrox has issued an apology after it came under fire for allowing an athlete to complete a race in Beijing despite soiling herself midway through the event.
· Bbcnews
Pakistan's $3bn bond sale signals shift away from G2G borrowing
Experts warn that the shift from government-to-government (G2G) borrowing to commercial financing will raise Pakistan's debt-servicing costs. © AP
· ADNAN AAMIR
China must be properly scared for an AI slowdown to work
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· Noah Smith
Martin Romualdez ordered transferred from PGH to Payatas jail
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· Jairo Bolledo
On this day in Korea - September 15, 1963: Samyang releases first ramyeon
Samyang Foods Company introduced Samyang Ramyeon to the public, launching the very first instant noodle product in South Korea. Created to help alleviate postwar shortages and offer affordable nutrition to ordinary citizens, it quickly revolutionized the national food landscape. Inspired by Japanese instant noodles,…
· Yu doo-ho
More Than 120 Unaccounted for After Ferry Sinks in Indonesia
Rescue teams in Indonesia were searching on Monday for 129 people who were unaccounted for after a passenger ferry sank in the Java Sea, killing at least six people, the authorities said.
· Yan Zhuang