AI-driven soaring memory costs force carmakers to weigh price hikes
GM, Ford and others recently signed agreements with U.S. memory maker Micron Technology to secure supply. (Source photos by Reuters and GM)
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Goodwill amortization is among the biggest differences between Japanese and international accounting standards. (Photo by Akira Kodaka)
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The human fridge: is this really the best way to cool down in a ‘cruelly hot’ climate?
A ‘personal cooling booth’ that promises to chill you out in 10 minutes has launched in Japan, with its makers claiming it beats air-conditioning or a fan
· Guardian Staff
Korea, PH reaffirm partnership to strengthen rice supply chain
THE Republic of Korea and the Philippines reaffirmed their commitment to advancing the country’s rice sector through continued Official Development Assistance (ODA) cooperation during the “Workshop on Project Achievements and Future Directions for Enhancing the Rice Supply Chain in the Philippines” at Luxent Hotel, …
· The Manila Times
Gilas drops to 39th place in FIBA 5x5 rankings
THE Philippines fell three levels down from No. 36 to No. 39 based on the latest FIBA men’s basketball ranking that came out early this week.
· Richard Dy
India opposition leader freed after protest
NEW DELHI — India’s opposition leader Rahul Gandhi has been released after being detained outside Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s residence as part of education system protests that have pushed into Wednesday.
· Agence France-Presse
Eastern Communications Amplifies NTC Child Protection Campaign Through Thoughts on Tech
As the Philippines continues to accelerate its digital transformation, connectivity has become a powerful force for economic growth, innovation, and inclusion. Yet, every technological advancement reinforces a critical responsibility. One of the most urgent threats that our society now faces is the Online Sexual Abu…
· The Manila Times
New Zealand at risk of missing climate goals
AUCKLAND, New Zealand — Recent government climate change policy decisions will see New Zealand miss its own emissions reduction targets, an independent report has warned.
· Agence France-Presse
Stand up for science: Truth secures, humanity endures
SCIENCE at its loftiest is an active treasury of discovery, a clarifying light amid uncertainty and the principal instrument by which societies cultivate resilience. To stand up for science is to enshrine evidence as civic virtue, to foster reciprocal trust across social strata and to orient public policy by the met…
· Glenn S. Banaguas
NTC marks 47 years of stronger, better PH telecommunication service
FOR 47 years, the National Telecommunications Commission (NTC) has been at the forefront of regulating and advancing the Philippines’ telecommunications and broadcasting sector. NTC is actively ensuring the country’s communications systems keep pace with changing technologies and the needs of the Filipino people.
· Angelo Del Prado
Pasay police chief says photojournalist ‘mistaken’ as rallyist
MANILA, Philippines — Pasay City Police chief Col. Joselito M. De Sesto said The Manila Times chief of photographers Rene Dilan and veteran photo editors Bullit Marquez (formerly of AP, now with Vera Files) was mistaken to be among the rallyists who were causing commotion prompting on ground police to attempt his ar…
· Izel Abanilla
A Uyghur seeking asylum in Germany is deported to China, his mother says
In this undated photo provided by Guzelay Adil shows her son Arafat Adil poses for a photo at an undisclosed place. (Guzelay Adil via AP)
· Simina Mistreanu
Could India’s Cockroach party bring down Modi? – podcast
Tens of thousands of young protesters poured on to the streets of India’s capital New Delhi this week amid an explosion of anger over the country’s education system and youth unemployment. The protesters are supporters of the Cockroach Janta Party, which started as an online joke but has quickly become an unexpected…
S. Korea, U.S., Japan vow robust deterrence posture against N. Korea at ministerial talks
The top diplomats of South Korea, the United States and Japan on Wednesday reaffirmed close coordination on North Korea policy, underscoring their commitment to deterrence against Pyongyang and the denuclearization of the Korean Peninsula, Seoul's foreign ministry said.
· Yonhap
‘Disbelief, shock’: Singapore PM on Faishal’s inappropriate messages with woman
PM Lawrence Wong sheds further light on how the accusations against Faishal had to be investigated as a public matter after an email complaint
· Jean Iau
‘Disbelief, shock’: Singapore PM on Faishal’s inappropriate messages with woman
PM Lawrence Wong sheds further light on how the accusations against Faishal had to be investigated as a public matter after an email complaint
· Jean Iau
China, EU pushing ahead on joint research despite trade tensions
Joint 2025-2027 research agreement covers climate and agriculture, state media says, signalling will to collaborate in spite of differences
· Yuanyue Dang
China, EU pushing ahead on joint research despite trade tensions
Joint 2025-2027 research agreement covers climate and agriculture, state media says, signalling will to collaborate in spite of differences
· Yuanyue Dang
SMB hands Converge 1st loss, seizes share of Group A lead
MANILA, Philippines — San Miguel Beer mowed down Converge behind an explosive second half offensive to zoom to a 3-0 start in their PBA Season 50 Governors’ Cup showdown on Wednesday at the Ynares Center in Antipolo.
· Richard Dy
(3rd LD) S. Korea, U.S., Japan vow robust deterrence posture against N. Korea at ministerial talks
(ATTN: CHANGES dateline; ADDS U.S. readout in paras 14-18)By Oh Seok-min
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Matibag: Less than 20 persons of interest linked to Sara Duterte’s hitman| The wRap
Here are today’s headlines – the latest news in the Philippines and around the world:
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Unification minister, Cardinal You share hope of reviving inter-Korean exchanges
Unification Minister Chung Dong-young on Wednesday voiced hope that Pope Leo XIV's visit to South Korea next year could help revive exchanges between South and North Korea.
· Yonhap
Rubio says US nuclear agreements won't lead to nuclear proliferation
Secretary of State Marco Rubio speaks during a press conference on the sidelines of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Foreign Ministers’ Meeting in Pasay, Metro Manila, Philippines Wednesday, July 22, 2026. (Brendan Smialowski/Pool Photo via AP)
· Aamer Madhani
'Momentum is still there': The BBC at India's 'cockroach' protest
Hundreds of people are continuing to pour in at India's Cockroach Janta Party protest site in the capital, Delhi.
South Korean singer Lim Kim releases new album 'Exit to Nowhere'
South Korean singer LIM KIM has released her second full-length album, “Exit to Nowhere,” 13 years after her debut, “A Voice.” The seven-track record traces her journey from an uncertain 20s into her early 30s, as she carves out a path of self-reflection and discovery. (July 22)
· Juwon Park
Defense asks Matibag: Didn’t you take Sara Duterte’s ‘threats’ out of context?
VEEP. This file photo shows Vice President Sara Duterte.
· Jairo Bolledo
Scorched earth and a hungry wasp: photos of the day – Wednesday
View image in fullscreenPasay, PhilippinesA protester scuffles with police outside a meeting of foreign minsters at the Association of Southeast Asian Nations attended by the US secretary of state, Marco RubioPhotograph: Noel Celis/ReutersShareView image in fullscreenLondon, UKClimate activists from Fossil Free Lond…
· Natasha Rees Bloor
What would 200% US tariffs on generic drugs mean for China’s pharmaceutical industry?
Analysts say that China’s pivot from generics to innovative drugs means the industry is less exposed to US levies
· Alice Li
What would 200% US tariffs on generic drugs mean for China’s pharmaceutical industry?
Analysts say that China’s pivot from generics to innovative drugs means the industry is less exposed to US levies
· Alice Li
Singapore highlights energy priority in cabinet changes
Singapore's Prime Minister Lawrence Wong has adjusted his cabinet amid the oil shock from the war in Iran. © Reuters
· DYLAN LOH
Can the Suez save Asian oil consumers after Houthis shut Bab al-Mandeb?
Two tankers carrying Saudi crude to Asia have reversed course in the Red Sea after Yemen’s Houthis announced a blockade of Saudi ports, raising fears that disruptions to another of the world’s most important shipping routes could further restrict global oil supplies.
· Caolán Magee
Chinese teenager lies to parents about holiday, secretly helps flood victims in Guangxi | South China Morning Post
Shanghai student joins friend on trip to support relief efforts in one of the areas worst-hit by recent flooding.
World’s first AI model to earn perfect score at maths Olympiad comes from China’s RedNote
At last year’s IMO, Google DeepMind and OpenAI achieved gold-medal-level performances, both earning 35 out of 42 points
· Richard Chen
World’s first AI model to earn perfect score at maths Olympiad comes from China’s RedNote
At last year’s IMO, Google DeepMind and OpenAI achieved gold-medal-level performances, both earning 35 out of 42 points
· Richard Chen
How Modi’s refusal to sack India’s education minister fits a pattern
Thousands of supporters of India’s youth-led “cockroach” movement have been camping in the capital, New Delhi, for more than a month to demand the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over a series of examination paper leaks.
· Al Jazeera Staff
Beijing vows to protect Chinese firms after EU hits Alibaba unit with fine
Commerce officials decry “discriminatory” barriers as source says firm had hired several outside consultants to vet goods and curb counterfeits
· Xiaofei Xu
Beijing vows to protect Chinese firms after EU hits Alibaba unit with fine
Commerce officials decry “discriminatory” barriers as source says firm had hired several outside consultants to vet goods and curb counterfeits
· Xiaofei Xu
Hong Kong loses 2030 maths congress to Glasgow. Does Asia need a stronger voice?
Field’s Medal winner Shing‑Tung Yau says the region should set up its own body to coordinate action
· Zhang Tong
Hong Kong loses 2030 maths congress to Glasgow. Does Asia need a stronger voice?
Field’s Medal winner Shing‑Tung Yau says the region should set up its own body to coordinate action
· Zhang Tong
India’s ‘cockroach’ protests: a rare political opening for the opposition?
Analysts say Congress’ failure to be fully in sync with the movement reveals a missed opportunity to connect with India’s Gen Z
· Biman Mukherji
India’s ‘cockroach’ protests: a rare political opening for the opposition?
Analysts say Congress’ failure to be fully in sync with the movement reveals a missed opportunity to connect with India’s Gen Z
· Biman Mukherji
Beijing and Manila should avoid South China Sea ‘miscalculation’: top diplomats
Foreign ministers meet on margins of Asean event in Manila, days after fresh sea clash and outrage over video mocking 2016 arbitral ruling
· Shi Jiangtao
Beijing and Manila should avoid South China Sea ‘miscalculation’: top diplomats
Foreign ministers meet on margins of Asean event in Manila, days after fresh sea clash and outrage over video mocking 2016 arbitral ruling
· Shi Jiangtao
Japanese agency warns of ‘cruelly hot days’ amid 40 degrees and above heat
At least 14 people have died from heat-related causes in the past week as emergency officials describe the rising heat as ‘a disaster’
· Agence France-Presse
Japanese agency warns of ‘cruelly hot days’ amid 40 degrees and above heat
At least 14 people have died from heat-related causes in the past week as emergency officials describe the rising heat as ‘a disaster’
· Agence France-Presse
GM Korea's management, union reach tentative wage deal
SEOUL, July 22 (Yonhap) -- The management and union of GM Korea Co., the South Korean unit of General Motors Co., on Wednesday reached a tentative agreement on this year's wage negotiations after 17 rounds of talks, the union said.
· Kim Han-joo