Volleyball Olympian Li Yingying to miss Asian Games, continental meet after heart surgery
The outside hitter is still undergoing rehabilitation, says coach Zhao Yong, whose squad will be captained by Gong Xiangyu
· Stephy Zhang
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Newest first · UTC+11:00Volleyball Olympian Li Yingying to miss Asian Games, continental meet after heart surgery
The outside hitter is still undergoing rehabilitation, says coach Zhao Yong, whose squad will be captained by Gong Xiangyu
· Stephy Zhang
‘Decades of heartbreak’: Chinese women switched at birth 37 years ago live 4km apart
Meeting at a café, the women call the moment ‘nervous, exciting and somewhat awkward’
· Zoey Zhang
‘Decades of heartbreak’: Chinese women switched at birth 37 years ago live 4km apart
Meeting at a café, the women call the moment ‘nervous, exciting and somewhat awkward’
· Zoey Zhang
USFK says no white phosphorus found at Osan base after suspected leak alert
SEOUL, Aug. 6 (Yonhap) -- No white phosphorus has been found at the U.S. Osan Air Base in Pyeongtaek, the U.S. Forces Korea (USFK) said Thursday, after an emergency alert was issued in the region last week over a suspected white phosphorus leak at the base.
· Park Boram
BREAKING: Bato still in PH — PNP
Senator Bato dela Rosa is still in the Philippines. PNP Chief Jose Melencio Nartatez said this was based on intelligence reports.
· The Manila Times
Japanese businesses brace for tax cut
Japanese businesses are rushing to cope with a consumption tax cut on food from 8% to 1% that will be implemented for two years from next April.
· No Author
Opposition leaders voice concerns over Takaichi’s Hiroshima address
Hiroshima – Opposition party leaders attending an annual peace ceremony in Hiroshima on Thursday, the 81st anniversary of the U.S. atomic bombing of the city, voiced concerns about Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s address at the event.
· No Author
Tibetan studies conference in Nepal canceled by government officials
FILE -Exile Tibetan Buddhist monks carry a portrait of Tibetan spiritual leader the Dalai Lama as they gather to celebrate Losar, or Tibetan New Year, celebrations in Kathmandu, Nepal, Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2020. (AP Photo/Niranjan Shrestha, File)
PH bets strike gold, bronze in 10th Aero Gymnastics Asian meet
MANILA, Philippines - From virtually out of nowhere, two rookie PH duos struck with a gold and bronze medal, respectively, in the youth mixed pairs event of the 10th Aerobic Gymnastics Asian Championships presented by the Philippine Sports Commission on Thursday in Tagaytay.
· The Manila Times
Tropical Depression Maymay exits landmass via Isabela; monsoon rain to continue
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· Acor Arceo
Seoul seeks exemption from U.K. sanctions on Russian LNG: official
SEOUL, Aug. 6 (Yonhap) -- South Korea's trade minister on Thursday asked his British counterpart to exempt South Korea's imports of Russian liquefied natural gas (LNG) from Britain's upcoming sanctions, citing concerns over Seoul's energy security.
· Choi Kyong-ae
Chinese AI ‘tail-tracking’ robot delivers needle-free pig vaccinations with 93% accuracy
Beijing researchers combine artificial intelligence and a six-axis robotic arm to automate swine vaccinations
· Chao Kong
Chinese AI ‘tail-tracking’ robot delivers needle-free pig vaccinations with 93% accuracy
Beijing researchers combine artificial intelligence and a six-axis robotic arm to automate swine vaccinations
· Chao Kong
(2nd LD) Unification ministry defends N. Korea policy after Lee's call for caution
(ATTN: ADDS photo, more details in paras 10-11, last 6 paras)
· Woo Jae-yeon
(3rd LD) N. Korea fires short-range ballistic missile toward East Sea: military
(ATTN: RECASTS headline; ADDS para 4 with details; UPDATES throughout) By Kim Hyun-soo
· Kim Hyun-soo
Pilot’s arrest spotlights Malaysia’s growing status as regional drug transit hub
The country’s proximity to major drug-producing areas and porous borders make it an attractive transit point for traffickers, analysts say
· Ushar Daniele
Pilot’s arrest spotlights Malaysia’s growing status as regional drug transit hub
The country’s proximity to major drug-producing areas and porous borders make it an attractive transit point for traffickers, analysts say
· Ushar Daniele
‘Lyrical Maverick’ Peter Lai, who wrote multiple hits for Cantopop stars, dies at 76 | South China Morning Post
Tributes pour in after sports commentator Eric Chung, a close friend, reveals Lai suffered a stroke earlier in the year and died in a nursing home.
North Korea launches a short-range ballistic missile toward sea, South Korea says
SEOUL, South Korea — North Korea launched a short-range ballistic missile toward the waters off its east coast on Thursday, South Korea's military said, the latest in a series of weapons tests by North Korea this year.
· Associated Press
SpaceX makes a splash and China scores a memory win
Hello from Yifan, sending this week's #techAsia newsletter from Silicon Valley. I hope everyone is having a great summer.
· Staff Writer
(2nd LD) N. Korea fires short-range ballistic missile toward East Sea: military
(ATTN: UPDATES with more info in paras 7-9)By Kim Hyun-soo
· Park Boram
Taiwan’s military drills suggest deeper alignment with the U.S.
Taiwan kicked off annual military exercises Wednesday aimed at simulating a response to a potential Chinese invasion of the self-governed island Beijing claims as its own. (AP Video by Johnson Lai and production by Naeun Kim)
· Simina Mistreanu
Volvo EX90 brings calm confidence to electric luxury
Flagship SUV enters Korea with 1,000 preorders, competitive pricing and 2,000-unit annual sales target
· Byun Hye-jin
Japane's SoftBank Group sees profit drop despite AI investments
The logo of SoftBank Corp. is seen at its shop in Tokyo, April 21, 2022. (AP Photo/Shuji Kajiyama)
· Yuri Kageyama
China launches probe into US cybersecurity firm Palo Alto Networks
The country’s cyberspace administration said the review would ‘ensure the secure and stable operation of critical information infrastructure’
· Ji Siqi
China launches probe into US cybersecurity firm Palo Alto Networks
The country’s cyberspace administration said the review would ‘ensure the secure and stable operation of critical information infrastructure’
· Ji Siqi
Tarriela to Paolo Duterte: Why not direct your anger at China?
MANILA, Philippines — Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) spokesperson for the West Philippine Sea (WPS) Rear Adm. Jay Tarriela clapped back at Davao City Rep. Paolo Duterte, asking why he is directing his anger at him rather than at China for harassing Filipinos.
· Holly Bacay
'Maymay' exits Luzon landmass, out of PH
MANILA, Philippines — Tropical Depression "Maymay" has exited the landmass of Luzon and was now over the Philippine sea, according to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa).
· red mendoza
US asks Philippines to extradite Filipino church leader accused of sex crimes and fraud
MANILA, Philippines — The United States has asked the Philippine government to extradite a Filipino church leader, who was once an influential adviser to former president Rodrigo Duterte, to face trial on charges, including child sex trafficking and fraud that landed him on the FBI’s most wanted list, two Philippine…
· Associated Press
(LEAD) N. Korea fires short-range ballistic missile toward East Sea: military
(ATTN: CHANGES headline; ADDS byline; UPDATES throughout with details)By Kim Hyun-soo
· Kim Hyun-soo
Sheikh Hasina vows to return, but will Bangladesh accept fugitive ex-PM?
Dhaka, Bangladesh – Two years after she was ousted and forced to flee to India following a student-led uprising, former Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has made her strongest commitment yet to return, saying she is prepared to face arrest, imprisonment or even death, but cannot remain away from her supporters.
· Moudud Ahmmed Sujan
Why was a US Yale graduate hounded out of his job promoting Chinese culture?
His supposedly sky-high salary and internship at a conservative think tank sparked online fury and rumours he was a US spy
· Phoebe Zhang
Why was a US Yale graduate hounded out of his job promoting Chinese culture?
His supposedly sky-high salary and internship at a conservative think tank sparked online fury and rumours he was a US spy
· Phoebe Zhang
US military finds no white phosphorus leak at South Korea's Osan Air Base
Air Force One with U.S. President Joe Biden arrives at Osan Air Base in Pyeongtaek, South Korea, Friday, May 20, 2022. (AP Photo/Lee Jin-man, file)
· Hyung Jin Kim
Why the UK is doubling down on Asean ties amid European reset
Observers say the move to engage Asean is less a policy reset than continuity in Britain’s post-Brexit engagement with the bloc
· Sam Beltran
Why the UK is doubling down on Asean ties amid European reset
Observers say the move to engage Asean is less a policy reset than continuity in Britain’s post-Brexit engagement with the bloc
· Sam Beltran
Bangkok airport apologises after boarding gate clash involving Chinese tourists | South China Morning Post
Employee’s ‘inappropriate behaviour’ cited following incident in which fans of Chinese celebrity were denied boarding over security concerns.
Filipino fans show love for Eala in Toronto
MANILA, Philippines — Filipina tennis sensation Alex Eala is currently playing in Toronto, Canada and, as expected, Filipino fans flocked the venue to support her.
· Nicole Anne D.G. Bugauisan
China's tax dragnet rattles market as offshore trusts, insurance targeted
Skyscrapers in Hong Kong, including AIA Central and the HSBC building, are seen through a fence at sunset. © Reuters
· Staff Writer
North Korea marks Hiroshima atomic bombing anniversary with missile test
North Korea fired off at least one ballistic missile on Thursday in a show of force a day after saying it would pursue unspecified “additional military options” in response to Japan’s growing defense capabilities.
· Jesse Johnson
Philippine sailor on South China Sea outpost under investigation for drug use
The sailor had served in a key position aboard the BRP Sierra Madre, then was involved in resupply runs to the outpost
· Raissa Robles
Philippine sailor on South China Sea outpost under investigation for drug use
The sailor had served in a key position aboard the BRP Sierra Madre, then was involved in resupply runs to the outpost
· Raissa Robles
‘This is not hijab’: Uniqlo Malaysia’s line leaves modest fashion fans hot under collar
Critics are taking issue with images showing the cloth wrapped turban-like around the head, leaving parts of the neck and chest visible
· Iman Muttaqin Yusof
‘This is not hijab’: Uniqlo Malaysia’s line leaves modest fashion fans hot under collar
Critics are taking issue with images showing the cloth wrapped turban-like around the head, leaving parts of the neck and chest visible
· Iman Muttaqin Yusof
US efforts to prop up the yen risk doing more harm than good
Reversing the yen’s long-term decline ultimately rests on Japan’s ability to take its real interest rates out of negative territory – without triggering market panic
· Nicholas Spiro
US efforts to prop up the yen risk doing more harm than good
Reversing the yen’s long-term decline ultimately rests on Japan’s ability to take its real interest rates out of negative territory – without triggering market panic
· Nicholas Spiro
N. Korea fires unidentified projectile toward East Sea: military
SEOUL, Aug. 6 (Yonhap) -- North Korea fired an unidentified projectile toward the East Sea on Thursday, South Korea's military said.
· Kim Hyun-soo
How the US-Iran war has redrawn Asia's energy map
For decades, the Strait of Hormuz has been Asia's energy lifeline. In February, almost 85% of Asia's oil imports transited the narrow waterway, while for LNG it was about 28%. © Reuters
· SHOTARO TANI
US seeks to extradite Filipino church leader accused of sex crimes and fraud
Apollo Quiboloy takes his oath as he attends a hearing at the Philippine Senate on Oct. 23, 2024, in Manila, Philippines. (AP Photo/Aaron Favila, File)
· Jim Gomez