Can Japan avoid a Liz Truss-style shock as its PM embarks on a giant spending spree?
Sanae Takaichi’s blueprint to inject £1.7tn and double economic growth leaves many investors fearful
· Phillipinman
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Newest first · UTC+11:00China completes first high-speed rail tunnel under the Yangtze River
The Caiyuanba Yangtze River Railway Tunnel in Chongqing will form a key section in a new line linking the megacity with the southeast coast
· Alice Li
China completes first high-speed rail tunnel under the Yangtze River
The Caiyuanba Yangtze River Railway Tunnel in Chongqing will form a key section in a new line linking the megacity with the southeast coast
· Alice Li
Poached eggheads: China lures away 105 top American minds in bid to dominate med, tech fields
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· Gabrielle Fahmy
Finland & Spain Have The Highest Unemployment Rates, Japan The Lowest
Unemployment across the OECD averaged 4.9% in May 2026, but labor market conditions continued to vary significantly from one country to another as economic growth slowed across parts of the developed world.
· Tyler Durden
India’s youth protesters are fighting Modi with irreverent humour and memes
India’s young protesters are mocking their government. And the jokes are landing.
· Al Jazeera
Japan’s monkey sensation Punch turns 1, drawing a flood of well-wishing messages, in photos
Punch, a young Japanese macaque, plays at Ichikawa City Zoological and Botanical Garden in Ichikawa, east of Tokyo, Thursday, July 23, 2026. (AP Photo/Eugene Hoshiko)
· Eugene Hoshiko
Atletico Madrid signs South Korea World Cup midfielder Lee Kang-In from PSG
MADRID (AP) — South Korea midfielder Lee Kang-In has agreed to join Atletico Madrid from Paris Saint-Germain, the Spanish club said Saturday.
How China is using film diplomacy to project a better image across Africa
From Burundi to Kenya to Morocco, film screenings, co-productions and cultural exchanges are helping to shape a new frontier of influence
· Jevans Nyabiage
How China is using film diplomacy to project a better image across Africa
From Burundi to Kenya to Morocco, film screenings, co-productions and cultural exchanges are helping to shape a new frontier of influence
· Jevans Nyabiage
‘I never mentioned it for 25 years. I didn’t want to be a victim of the bomb’: Hiroshima survivor Koko Kondo on horror, anger and forgiveness
On that fateful day in 1945, Kondo was just a baby in her mother’s arms. She talks about her father’s newly discovered eye-witness account of the aftermath – and why she decided to continue his work as a peace campaigner
· Simonhattenstone
M1ss Jade So finds purpose again through music
MANILA, Philippines — Filipina drag artist M1ss Jade So backtracked on her decision to take an indefinite hiatus from drag, saying she has rediscovered her purpose after watching the premiere of RuPaul's Drag Race: Down Under vs The World on July 24, 2026.
· Mark Carlo Sibug
Nxled sweeps Capital 1 for first PVL On Tour win, spoils Pepito’s debut
MANILA, Philippines — The Nxled Chameleons shrugged off the absence of three-time PVL Most Valuable Player Brooke Van Sickle and cruised to their first victory in the 2026 Premier Volleyball League (PVL) On Tour, sweeping the Capital 1 Solar Spikers, 25-17, 25-23, 25-18, on Saturday at the Chavit Coliseum in Ilocos …
· Nicole Anne D.G. Bugauisan
Japanese restaurant operator Yamaya eyes India as part of broader expansion
Yamaya Sohonten Zen in Fukuoka has begun offering Japanese-style breakfast to customers. (Photos by Fumika Nakashima)
· Staff Writer
Boryeong Mud Festival gets off to a messy start in South Korea
A participant plays in a mud pool during the Boryeong mud festival near a beach in Boryeong, South Korea, Saturday, July 25, 2026. (AP Photo/Lee Jin-man)
· Lee Jin Man
India’s education minister resigns after mass protests by Cockroach movement
Dharmendra Pradhan steps down after demonstrations over exam leak scandal in major victory for youth political movement
· Hannah Ellis Petersen
India’s education minister quits in major win for youth protesters
India’s latest street protests have been a challenge to PM Narendra Modi as politicians joined youngsters’ calls to demand action
· Reuters
India’s education minister quits in major win for youth protesters
India’s latest street protests have been a challenge to PM Narendra Modi as politicians joined youngsters’ calls to demand action
· Reuters
What a helicopter’s flight in the Taiwan Strait says about Beijing’s war plans
PLA may be practising ‘reconnaissance and strike’, in which drones and helicopters work in tandem alongside rocket artillery
· Lawrence Chung
What a helicopter’s flight in the Taiwan Strait says about Beijing’s war plans
PLA may be practising ‘reconnaissance and strike’, in which drones and helicopters work in tandem alongside rocket artillery
· Lawrence Chung
NGO sounds alarm on PH joining Pax Silica: Whose interest does it serve?
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· Mia Gonzalez
Japanese investment drive in US brings in Citi and JPMorgan
Citigroup and JPMorgan Chase will extend initial loans, along with JBIC, for power stations, with project costs potentially reaching $74 billion. (Nikkei montage/Source photos by Reuters and AP)
· Staff Writer
Renuncia el ministro de Educación de India tras semanas de protestas en su contra
Activistas estudiantiles de distintos partidos políticos participan en una protesta para exigir una reforma educativa dentro de las protestas del Partido Popular de la Cucaracha, en Calcuta, India el 24 de julio de 2026. (AP Foto/Bikas Das)
IBON Foundation: Upper-middle income milestone doesn’t reflect Filipinos’ realities
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· folandria0378
India's education minister resigns after weeks of protests against him
Student wing activists of different political parties join in a rally demanding educational reforms as part of the Cockroach Janta Party’s ongoing protest movement, in Kolkata, India, Friday, July 24, 2026. (AP Photo/Bikas Das)
Minor Rebuilding Korea Party elects new leader
SEOUL, July 25 (Yonhap) -- The minor Rebuilding Korea Party on Saturday elected Rep. Shin Jang-sik as its new leader after former Justice Minister Cho Kuk, who founded and led the party, stepped down last month following the June 3 local elections.
· Choi Kyong-ae
Indonesian rescuers search for missing speedboat with 11 European tourists, two local crew
Palu, Indonesia: Indonesian rescuers are searching for a speedboat carrying 11 European tourists and two local crew members that went missing off a bay on Sulawesi island, officials said Saturday.
Ombudsman files 14 counts of graft vs Ilonggo lawmaker linked to contractor
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· Jairo Bolledo
Ombudsman files 14 graft charges vs lawmaker for securing DPH contracts while in office
MANILA, Philippines — The Office of the Ombudsman filed 14 counts of graft before the Sandiganbayan against USWAG Ilonggo Party-list Rep. James Ang Jr. on Saturday for allegedly maintaining a financial interest in a construction firm that secured Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) contracts while he was …
· James Daniel Danio
Ombudsman files 14 graft charges vs lawmaker for securing DPWH contracts while in office
MANILA, Philippines — The Office of the Ombudsman filed 14 counts of graft before the Sandiganbayan against USWAG Ilonggo Party-list Rep. James Ang Jr. on Saturday for allegedly maintaining a financial interest in a construction firm that secured Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) contracts while he was …
· James Daniel Danio
Takaichi stresses secure crude oil supplies as U.S.-Iran war spirals
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi on Saturday reiterated that enough crude oil supplies have been secured in the country for the time being.
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Houthi blockade of Saudi trade threatens wider Middle East conflict
As Houthi attacks disrupt Red Sea shipping, analysts warn of ‘brinkmanship’ that could yet spiral into all-out conflict
· Tom Hussain
Houthi blockade of Saudi trade threatens wider Middle East conflict
As Houthi attacks disrupt Red Sea shipping, analysts warn of ‘brinkmanship’ that could yet spiral into all-out conflict
· Tom Hussain
China dad’s growth hormone investment for daughter sparks debate over societal pressure
Height is irreversible; you only get one chance in life, and this is a worthwhile investment, father says
· Zoey Zhang
China dad’s growth hormone investment for daughter sparks debate over societal pressure
Height is irreversible; you only get one chance in life, and this is a worthwhile investment, father says
· Zoey Zhang
Meet Yu Donglai, founder of China’s viral supermarket chain and guest of Premier Li Qiang
Yu’s company has caught the public’s attention for its business practices and high-quality goods
· Zhu Wenqian
Meet Yu Donglai, founder of China’s viral supermarket chain and guest of Premier Li Qiang
Yu’s company has caught the public’s attention for its business practices and high-quality goods
· Zhu Wenqian
LIVE UPDATES: President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s SONA 2026
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is set to deliver his State of the Nation Address (SONA) on Monday, July 27, 4 pm, at the Batasang Pambansa in Quezon City.
Lacson eyes plunder raps vs those behind anomalous infra projects in Taguig
(UPDATE) MANILA, Philippines — Sen. Panfilo Lacson said that plunder - a non-bailable offense - may be among the charges that could be filed against those involved in the anomalous infrastructure projects in Taguig City, the bailiwick of Senate Minority Leader Alan Peter Cayetano.
· Catherine S. Valente
Vice Ganda draws backlash over 'It's Showtime' skit involving Baby Dolls member
MANILA, Philippines — Television host and comedian Vice Ganda came under fire on social media after a comedy segment on “It's Showtime” featuring Johaira of the show's resident dance group, Baby Dolls, drew accusations of colorism and insensitive humor from viewers.
· Iza Iglesias
Lacson vows 'logical conclusion' for probe into anomalous infra projects in Taguig
MANILA, Philippines — Sen. Panfilo Lacson on Saturday said he and his team continued pursuing leads in their investigation into the anomalous slope protection and drainage projects in Taguig City, as they seek to bring the investigation into its "logical conclusion" and hold those responsible accountable.
· Catherine S. Valente
Rescatistas indonesios buscan lancha rápida desaparecida con 11 turistas europeos y 2 tripulantes
PALU, Indonesia (AP) — Los rescatistas indonesios buscan una lancha rápida en la que viajaban 11 turistas europeos y dos tripulantes locales y que desapareció frente a una bahía en la isla de Célebes, informaron las autoridades el sábado.
Marcos signs law ensuring support for public schools in far-flung areas
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· jmantaring0370
Coffee-less coffee and chocolates without cocoa ― survival and politics of North Korea subsitute economy
Staff reporter at The Korea Herald’s National Desk, based in Seoul. Covers South Korea’s national security and foreign policy, with a focus on the Defense, Foreign and Unification Ministries, as well as the National Assembly.Before entering journalism, served as an Air Force officer. Experience includes providing tr…
· Hwang Joo-young
Japan's orphaned monkey sensation Punch to celebrate his 1st birthday
Punch, the baby Japanese macaque that captured hearts around the world after going viral earlier this year, turns 1 on Sunday.
· Mayuko Ono
EJ Obiena explains why he changed coach, moved training base to Athens
MANILA, Philippines — Filipino Olympic pole vaulter Ernerst John "EJ" Obiena made big changes as he tries to regain his old form, training under a new coach in Polish Marcin Szcepanski and moving his training base from Formia, Italy to Athens, Greece last month.
· Niel Victor C. Masoy
China builds up Antelope Reef as new regional power base
What was once a mostly submerged feature in the northwestern corner of the South China Sea is expected to become one of China’s newest centers for power projection as Beijing seeks to consolidate its hold over most of the maritime area, including waters that legally fall within the exclusive economic zones (EEZs) of…
· Kurt Dela Peña
Zubiri pushes self-defense bill, responsible gun ownership
MANILA, Philippines — Senator Juan Miguel "Migz" Zubiri on Tuesday laid out his legislative agenda on firearms policy before industry stakeholders at the 32nd AFAD Defense & Sporting Arms Show at the SMX Convention Center in Pasay City, balancing expanded gun rights with stricter accountability for negligent owners.
· The Manila Times
Indonesian rescuers search for missing speedboat with 11 European tourists and 2 locals
PALU, Indonesia (AP) — Indonesian rescuers are searching for a speedboat carrying 11 European tourists and two local crew members that went missing off a bay on Sulawesi island, officials said Saturday.
Alyssa Valdez goes public with boyfriend Ian Umali on shared birthday celebration
MANILA, Philippines — Philippine volleyball icon Alyssa Valdez has officially confirmed her relationship with Quantum Golf president Ian Umali after publicly referring to him as her “boyfriend” during their joint birthday celebration last Friday, July 26, at MiraNamin in Quezon City.
· Nicole Anne D.G. Bugauisan