Families concerned for Australians missing in China after Nepal-Tibet floods
A flood-damaged section of a highway in Nuwakot, Central Nepal, following an outburst of a glacial lake in Tibet. (NurPhoto: Subaas Shrestha via AFP)
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· Stephen Dziedzic
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What is the outlook for China’s fresh graduates in an already crowded job market? | South China Morning Post
China this year saw a record 12.7 million fresh university graduates.
The Guardian view on rare earths: it’s common sense to secure essential supply chains | Editorial
Outsourcing the industry to China cannot continue, but Europe knows it can no longer count on the US for a solution
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AIA Philippines and BPI AIA rank No. 1 in the Philippines for having the highest combined number of MDRTs
AIA Philippines, formerly Philam Life and the Philippine arm of leading multinational insurer AIA Group, and BPI AIA Life Assurance Corporation (BPI AIA), the bancassurance partnership between AIA Philippines and the Bank of the Philippine Islands, recorded a combined 458 Million Dollar Round Table (MDRT) qualifiers…
· The Manila Times
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Ready or at risk? New Cocolife study highlights Filipinos' preparedness for medical emergencies
MANILA, Philippines — Getting sick in the Philippines is no longer just a health concern. For many families, it has become a financial emergency.
· The Manila Times
Aboitiz Foundation expanding programs
ABOITIZ Foundation, the corporate social responsibility arm of the Aboitiz Group, is expanding its education, digital livelihood and environmental programs nationwide through partnerships with the League of Municipalities of the Philippines (LMP) and the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (Tesda).
· Nazylen Joy Mabanglo
Hino Motors PH reinforces commitment to customer value through new Value+ promo
FOR businesses that rely on commercial vehicles, purchasing a truck is only the beginning of the ownership journey. Recognizing the importance of long-term value, Hino Motors Philippines (HMP) has introduced the Hino Value+ Promo, an initiative designed to help customers maximize their investment through a combinati…
· The Manila Times
Vietnam coffee farmers ride China’s durian wave
DAK LAK, Vietnam — Vietnam’s Central Highlands produces around one sixth of the world’s coffee, but farmers are switching their traditional crop for durian to cash in on surging Chinese demand for the pungent “king of fruits.”
· Agence France-Presse
Carmelle Collado to represent PH in Eurovision Asia
MANILA, Philippines — “Tawag ng Tanghalan” grand champion Carmelle Collado will represent the Philippines in the inaugural Eurovision Song Contest Asia in Bangkok, Thailand.
· Aric John Sy Cua
Rain hampers flood rescue mission in Nepal and Tibet as thousands remain missing | The National
At least 750 people are known to have been killed in Nepal and Tibet in last week’s floods, with 3,044 missing, authorities said on Sunday, as heavy rain fell, river levels swelled and rescuers were forced to move to higher ground.
· The National
Japan PM Takaichi's approval rating climbs 4 points to 62% in Nikkei poll
Respondents to the August poll most want Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi to focus on rising prices. (Photo by Ken Suzuki)
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End of an era: June Mar Fajardo concludes Gilas career with home sweep
MANILA, Philippines — If Sunday’s game was his last, June Mar Fajardo said he’s just happy to see his Gilas Pilipinas career end on a winning note.
· Richard Dy
Heroes aplenty as Gilas Pilipinas turns back Iran to complete home sweep
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Hundreds protest Hindu nationalist paramilitary leader Mohan Bhagwat's visit to New York
Activists rallied outside of Madison Square Garden in New York in protest of an event featuring Mohan Bhagwat, the chief of India's Hindu nationalist paramilitary organisation, the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS).
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Fan Zhedong falls flat after cinemas sell out; China’s big 5 to skip Asian Championships
Fan Zhendong loses German Cup tie that sold out cinemas across mainland. Olympic trio opt to miss team tournament to manage busy schedules
· Stephy Zhang
Fan Zhedong falls flat after cinemas sell out; China’s big 5 to skip Asian Championships
Fan Zhendong loses German Cup tie that sold out cinemas across mainland. Olympic trio opt to miss team tournament to manage busy schedules
· Stephy Zhang
Mighty Gilas slays Asian giant Iran to complete epic home sweep in FIBA World Cup Asian Qualifiers
MANILA, Philippines — Gilas Pilipinas secured a statement home sweep after overpowering Iran, 68-56, in the FIBA World Cup Asian Qualifiers on Sunday night at the SM Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay City.
· The Manila Times
Orangutan rescued from Borneo fire battles respiratory illness
Indonesia has intensified efforts to contain forest and land fires across six provinces in Borneo and Sumatra
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Orangutan rescued from Borneo fire battles respiratory illness
Indonesia has intensified efforts to contain forest and land fires across six provinces in Borneo and Sumatra
· Reuters
Mau tempo dificulta operações de resgate no Nepal e Tibete
Equipes de resgate no Nepal e na Região Autônoma do Tibete, no sudoeste da China, enfrentaram neste domingo (30/08) a lama e a ameaça de transbordamento de rios e de um lago recém-formado na busca por milhares de desaparecidos, após as devastadoras enchentes repentinas que atingiram a região do Himalaia, soterrando …
· Deutsche Welle
Mau tempo prejudica operações de resgate no Nepal e Tibete
Equipes de resgate no Nepal e na Região Autônoma do Tibete, no sudoeste da China, enfrentaram neste domingo (30/08) a lama e a ameaça de transbordamento de rios e de um lago recém-formado na busca por milhares de desaparecidos, após as devastadoras enchentes repentinas que atingiram a região do Himalaia, soterrando …
· Redação DW
Tropical Storm Karina strengthens into a hurricane in the Pacific, could be a major storm this week
MIAMI — Tropical Storm Karina strengthened into a hurricane in the Pacific Ocean on Sunday and could become a major storm this week, forecasters said. The cyclone's center was at far out sea and was not threatening land.
· Associated Press
Pasay police arrest 2 wanted persons; Taguig fugitive surrenders
MANILA, Philippines — Police officers arrested two Most Wanted Persons on August 29 in Pasay City for violating the Anti-Electricity and Electric Transmission Lines/Materials Pilferage Act of 1994.
· Francisco Tuyay
Rafael Leão completa traspaso de 44 millones de dólares a Galatasaray
Rafael Leão (centro) del Milan disputa el balón con Romeo Lavio de Chelsea durante un partido de fútbol amistoso de pretemporada entre el Chelsea y el AC Milan, en Yakarta, Indonesia, el sábado 8 de agosto de 2026. (Foto AP/Dita Alangkara)
Nepal flood: How 97-year-old grandmother survived after being rescued in digger bucket | The National
Video footage of Gunmaya Bohra, 97, sitting in the bucket of a mechanical digger, caked from head to toe in mud, has become one of the defining moments of Nepal’s devastating floods.
· Shazia Ahmed
Temporary burial of flood victims in Nepal creates Hindu concerns
Rescuers carry bodies of flash flood victims for a mass burial in Chitwan, Nepal, Saturday, Aug. 29, 2026. (AP Photo/Nisha Shrestha)
· Shristi Kafle
Former Serie A MVP Rafael Leão completes $44 million transfer from AC Milan to Galatasaray
El jugador del AC Milan, Rafael Leão (izquierda), disputa el balón con el jugador del Chelsea, Josh Acheampong, durante un partido de fútbol amistoso de pretemporada entre el Chelsea y el AC Milan, en Yakarta, Indonesia, el sábado 8 de agosto de 2026. (Foto AP/Dita Alangkara)
Will US threats over Iran be the last straw for Beijing?
China’s measured stance since the Xi-Trump summit in May is reaching a tipping point as US pressure mounts
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Will US threats over Iran be the last straw for Beijing?
China’s measured stance since the Xi-Trump summit in May is reaching a tipping point as US pressure mounts
· Zhou Xiaoming
Arthritis drug restores 100% of hair on some patients with severe alopecia in global trial
Tests at hospitals in the US, Europe and China discover medication can help to reverse hair loss caused by the autoimmune disease
· Shi Huang
Arthritis drug restores 100% hair on 1 in 5 alopecia patients in global trial
Tests at hospitals in the US, Europe and China discover medication can help to reverse hair loss caused by the autoimmune disease
· Shi Huang
A shot at herstory: Alex Eala eyes ending PH’s multi-decade Asian Games tennis gold drought
MANILA, Philippines — Filipina tennis star Alex Eala is set to chase a historic milestone at the 2026 Asian Games, aiming to end a long-standing gold medal drought for the country.
· Nicole Anne D.G. Bugauisan
Thousands of runners join vibrant PRU POP Run in Makati
MANILA, Philippines — Despite the threat of rain and wet streets, thousands of runners remained undeterred as they gathered at the Ayala Triangle Gardens in Makati on Sunday for the PRU POP (Promise of Protection) Run. The participants brought the city streets to life, turning them into a colorful celebration of hea…
· The Manila Times
Hurricane Karina forms in the Pacific Ocean
The 2026 Atlantic Tropical Cyclone Names are displayed at the National Hurricane Center on the first day of hurricane season, June 1, 2026, in Miami. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky, File)
6 of the best new K-dramas to watch in September 2026, including The Scandal on Netflix
Must-sees in September include steamy period drama The Scandal, office comedy The Ordinary Jackpot and the return of Made in Korea
· Pierce Conran
6 of the best new K-dramas to watch in September 2026, including The Scandal on Netflix
Must-sees in September include steamy period drama The Scandal, office comedy The Ordinary Jackpot and the return of Made in Korea
· Pierce Conran
Torrential rain to lash Korea on Monday
Storms to hit hardest in central regions; Seoul to see heaviest rain before dawn
· Moon Ki-hoon
Career finance official moves into pole position to become Shanghai’s next mayor
Zhu Zhongming, a former vice-minister for finance, has been appointed to a leading role in the city’s government
· Meredith Chen
Career finance official moves into pole position to become Shanghai’s next mayor
Zhu Zhongming, a former vice-minister for finance, has been appointed to a leading role in the city’s government
· Meredith Chen
Nepal begins burials as flood death toll rises to 752
KATHMANDU, Nepal — Nepal said Sunday it had begun burying some of the hundreds of bodies recovered after devastating floods, after taking DNA samples and marking them so families can later retrieve them.
· Agence France-Presse
Malaysia’s Anwar unveils cost of living measures as opposition rises
Anwar has faced declining support over a perceived failure to deliver on reforms as well as the mishandling of several high-profile corruption cases
· Reuters
Malaysia’s Anwar unveils cost of living measures as opposition rises
Anwar has faced declining support over a perceived failure to deliver on reforms as well as the mishandling of several high-profile corruption cases
· Reuters
Pilandok maintains strength, enhances southwest monsoon
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Uzbekistan confirmed as second country to buy China’s J-10CE fighter
The Central Asian country featured the 4.5 generation warplanes in a video released to mark its independence day
· Gabriel Dominguez