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MANILA, Philippines — After wrapping up her WTA 1000 National Bank Open campaign in Toronto where she fell to Belinda Bencic in the fourth round, 4-6, 0-6, Alex Eala said she's going to rest, get a haircut, and have her nails done.
A 12-part documentary on the former leader is screening nightly, with President Xi Jinping expected to lead a grand ceremony on Monday
A 12-part documentary on the former leader is screening nightly, with President Xi Jinping expected to lead a grand ceremony on Monday
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The Japanese yen has erased about half the gains from a historic U.S.-Japan intervention less than two weeks ago, as the fundamental forces that have pressured the currency to multi-decade lows prove increasingly resilient against short-term measures.
MANILA, Philippines — EASILY one of the fancied favorites in the forthcoming UAAP men’s basketball tournament are the University of the Philippines’ Fighting Maroons owing to a tall lineup.
Bank Mandiri is one of Indonesia's state-owned banks enjoying strong loan and profit growth thanks to government liquidity injections. But as the state funds are due to mature in October, the banking sector overall is bracing for tighter liquidity. (Photo by Ken Kobayashi)
Li Chen-hsiu speaks during an interview in Taoyuan, northern Taiwan, on July 21, 2026. (AP Photo/Johnson Lai)
SEOUL, Aug. 12 (Yonhap) -- South Korea's bourse operator on Wednesday activated a buy-side sidecar for the benchmark Korea Composite Stock Price Index (KOSPI) as the stock index sharply rose, led by a chip rally.
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SEOUL, Aug. 12 (Yonhap) -- South Korea's key wire service Yonhap News Agency has been named the most trusted media outlet among domestic journalists for a second straight year, a survey showed Wednesday.
SEOUL, Aug. 12 (Yonhap) -- President Lee Jae Myung received letters of credence Wednesday from new U.S. Ambassador to South Korea Michelle Steel and three other newly appointed foreign ambassadors.
SINGAPORE/NEW DELHI – Near-record inventories, technological advances and the rise of key exporters such as Brazil and Russia have made the global food system more resilient to this year’s “super” El Nino climate phenomenon than similar past events.
Supporters of Zambian incumbent President and United Party for National Development (UPND) presidential candidate Hakainde Hichilema attend a campaign rally on the outskirts of Lusaka, Zambia, Saturday, Aug. 8, 2026. (AP Photo/Anita Reed)
India considers incidents along its disputed border with China “most serious” and “the state of the border affairs” will “reflect on the state of our larger bilateral ties,” the Ministry of External Affairs said Tuesday in response to a question about a fresh military face-off.
Thai baht notes are seen at a bank in Bangkok. Thai authorities are encouraging savings through a new government bond program. © Reuters
SEOUL, Aug. 12 (Yonhap) -- Chinese e-commerce giant JD.com has set up a business entity in South Korea to directly purchase Korean consumer goods for sale in China, the trade ministry said Wednesday.
The Comac C919 will fly from Beijing to Ulaanbaatar in Mongolia, although experts say it could take generations for it to challenge the west’s dominance of the industry
SEOUL — North Korea fired a ballistic missile off its east coast towards Japan early on Wednesday, Seoul's military said, days before the planned start of massive US-South Korea joint drills.
The South Korean chipmaker wants to pivot towards the high-margin AI memory sector, but analysts warn any sale would face valuation hurdles
The South Korean chipmaker wants to pivot towards the high-margin AI memory sector, but analysts warn any sale would face valuation hurdles
Analysts say the 2029 parliamentary bid will test whether Widodo can convert his personal popularity into lasting family influence
Analysts say the 2029 parliamentary bid will test whether Widodo can convert his personal popularity into lasting family influence
Declining fiscal revenue is prompting tax authorities to scrutinize offshore trusts and equity gains
Declining fiscal revenue is prompting tax authorities to scrutinize offshore trusts and equity gains
SEOUL, Aug. 12 (Yonhap) -- The government held a second meeting Wednesday of the 2045 Strategy Committee charged with drawing up a blueprint and strategies for what South Korea should look like in 2045 and identified 17 core tasks with the goal of announcing the final strategies by the end of the year, officials said.
South Korea and Uzbekistan can seek stronger cooperation in a range of fields, including critical minerals, artificial intelligence, business and government, the leaders of the two nations said at the Korea-Uzbekistan Business Roundtable in Seoul on Tuesday.
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Brand’s pure milk flavour and iconic wrapper ensure it remains a beloved icon in consumer memories, says expert
Brand’s pure milk flavour and iconic wrapper ensure it remains a beloved icon in consumer memories, says expert
MANILA, Philippines — Filipino tennis ace Alex Eala will face either Romanian Elena-Gabriela Ruse or Polish Magda Linette to start her campaign at the WTA 1000 Cincinnati Open in Ohio.
Doh Kyung-soo, also known as Exo's D.O., will launch a 10-city Asia solo tour titled “Day Off” in Seoul in October, agency Blitzway Music said Tuesday.
WELLINGTON — New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon said he had the "full support" of his ruling National Party on Wednesday after surviving a leadership challenge called with less than three months until a general election.
BEIJING — Survivors have emerged in China's fiercely competitive car market, which is increasingly dominated by electric-powered vehicles.
Gen. Douglas MacArthur arrives at Atsugi Airfield in occupied Japan on Aug. 30, 1945. (ACME/Kyodo)
China’s quant funds face scrutiny from retail traders and regulators, driven by their large returns and use of AI
China’s quant funds face scrutiny from retail traders and regulators, driven by their large returns and use of AI
Mainland Chinese men in rubber dinghy dismissed as ‘sea clutter’ by coastguard radar operator, raising fresh concerns over island’s security
Mainland Chinese men in rubber dinghy dismissed as ‘sea clutter’ by coastguard radar operator, raising fresh concerns over island’s security
MANILA, Philippines – Commission on Audit Intelligence and Confidential Funds Audit Office (COA-ICFAO) state auditor Xylene del Campo returns to the witness stand Wednesday for the 15th day of Vice President Sara Duterte’s impeachment trial, where she is set to face cross-examination by the defense over the alleged …
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MANILA, Philippines — A hypothetical tandem of Naga City Mayor Leni Robredo and Sen. Raffy Tulfo is in a statistical tie with a hypothetical tandem of Vice President Sara Duterte and Sen. Imee Marcos in the 2028 elections, according to a survey by polling firm Octa Research.
The South Korean customs agency said Wednesday it has agreed with its Indian counterpart to bolster cooperation in customs affairs and facilitate smoother trade between the two countries.
Passengers line up in front of an All Nippon Airways counter at Haneda airport in Tokyo following flight cancellations due to Tropical Storm Chan-hom Tuesday, Aug. 11, 2026. (Katsuya Miyagawa/Kyodo News via AP)
North Korea has launched a ballistic missile towards the Sea of Japan, according to Seoul and Tokyo, marking the second such test from Pyongyang in less than a week.
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AdvertisementAdvertisementNEWSCMP Hong Kong SeriesHong Kong’s 5-year plan: what’s at stake?With Hong Kong’s leader expected to unveil the city’s first five-year plan in September following a two-month public consultation, the South China Morning Post examines how the financial hub can deliver on its game-changing am…
As Hong Kong embraces long-term planning for the first time, economists and officials debate whether strategic state guidance can coexist with its open, market-led economy
SEOUL, Aug. 12 (Yonhap) -- Chinese e-commerce giant JD.com has set up a business entity in South Korea to directly purchase Korean consumer goods for sale in China, the trade ministry said Wednesday.
The prime minister tells the Guardian that last year’s diplomatic rift with ally New Zealand could be on voters’ minds as they head to the polls