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
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Newest first · UTC+11:00Japanese 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
Marcos reaffirms full support for BARMM peace, devt
MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. reaffirmed his support for the first Bangsamoro Autonomous Region parliamentary elections scheduled on September 14, 2026.
· Allen Limos
Trump's generic drugs tariff threatens Indian pharma's top market
The U.S. accounted for about 37% of India's nearly $26 billion in pharma exports in 2025, the Global Trade Research Initiative estimates. © Reuters
· SAYAN CHAKRABORTY
Philippines protests South China Sea AI video to China's Wang Yi
Philippine Foreign Minister Maria Theresa Lazaro talked to Wang Yi, her Chinese counterpart, during a bilateral meeting on the sidelines of the ASEAN Foreign Ministers' Meeting in Manila on Wednesday. © Reuters
· Staff Writer
Sara Duterte trial: Prosecution wraps up grave threats case
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· Dwight de Leon
Building collapses into floodwaters as heavy rains batter northern India | South China Morning Post
Overflowing streams are submerging low-lying areas, damaging roads, bridges and flood protection embankments.
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· The Manila Times
S. Korea discusses economic security, energy cooperation with Canada, Australia, New Zealand
MANILA, July 22 (Yonhap) -- South Korea held separate foreign ministers' talks with Canada, Australia and New Zealand in Manila on Wednesday, discussing ways to expand cooperation in economic security, energy, defense and other strategic sectors amid geopolitical uncertainties, Seoul's foreign ministry said.
· Oh Seok-min
Heads of Samsung, SK, Hyundai to visit U.S. to meet with global tech leaders
SEOUL, July 22 (Yonhap) -- South Korea's top business leaders, including Samsung Electronics Co. Chairman Lee Jae-yong, are set to meet with Nvidia Corp. Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Jensen Huang and other global tech executives in the United States later this week to discuss cooperation in artificial intelligence …
· Kim Boram
Lavrov and Rubio Set to Meet at ASEAN Summit to Discuss Ukraine Peace Talks
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov and U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio are scheduled to meet Thursday on the sidelines of the ASEAN summit in the Philippines to discuss Ukraine peace negotiations and other bilateral issues.
· The Moscow Times
Singapore PM Lawrence Wong steps up renewal pace in cabinet reshuffle
Coordinating Minister for National Security K Shanmugam is promoted to senior minister, among other key changes
· Jean Iau
Singapore PM Lawrence Wong steps up renewal pace in cabinet reshuffle
Coordinating Minister for National Security K Shanmugam is promoted to senior minister, among other key changes
· Jean Iau
China demands Australia stop 'inciting confrontation' over South China Sea
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Beijing ramps up computing power to boost ‘token economy’ in tech race with US
The surge in compute capacity underpins Beijing’s ambition to establish itself as a national ‘AI highland’
· Iris Deng
Beijing ramps up computing power to boost ‘token economy’ in tech race with US
The surge in compute capacity underpins Beijing’s ambition to establish itself as a national ‘AI highland’
· Iris Deng
PAGASA: Brace for rain from potential tropical cyclone Kiyapo, southwest monsoon
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· Acor Arceo
US Secretary Rubio says 'Iran is in a lot of trouble'
"Iran is in a lot of trouble," US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said, in remarks given at the Asean meeting in the Philippines.
· Middleeasteye
Trump proposes seasoned diplomat as Malaysia envoy instead of ‘alpha male’
Joshua Harris has been chosen for the post after Trump’s previous pick, Nick Adams, rankled Malaysians for his hardline support of Israel
· Iman Muttaqin Yusof
Trump proposes seasoned diplomat as Malaysia envoy instead of ‘alpha male’
Joshua Harris has been chosen for the post after Trump’s previous pick, Nick Adams, rankled Malaysians for his hardline support of Israel
· Iman Muttaqin Yusof
AI needs US-China cooperation. Elon Musk can help
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· Peter T C Chang
Wang Yi and Marco Rubio at Asean discuss Xi’s planned US visit, South China Sea clash
America’s top diplomat describes dispute between Beijing and Manila over Second Thomas Shoal as very negative and benefiting no one
· Alyssa Chen
Wang Yi and Marco Rubio at Asean discuss Xi’s planned US visit, South China Sea clash
America’s top diplomat describes dispute between Beijing and Manila over Second Thomas Shoal as very negative and benefiting no one
· Alyssa Chen
Philippines raises Ayungin incident, racist ‘monkey’ video in meeting with China’s Wang Yi
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· Bea Cupin
Canada becomes first observer to British-Italian-Japanese GCAP fighter jet project
Ottawa gains front-row insight into the next-gen combat jet as it seeks to diversify ties amid Washington tensions
· Gabriel Dominguez
Canada becomes first observer to British-Italian-Japanese GCAP fighter jet project
Ottawa gains front-row insight into the next-gen combat jet as it seeks to diversify ties amid Washington tensions
· Gabriel Dominguez
Inspectors checking workers’ papers at Chinese carmaker BYD’s factory in Hungary: source
Country’s new prime minister has launched an investigation into the Chinese electric vehicle giant’s investment in Hungary
· Xiaofei Xu
Inspectors checking workers’ papers at Chinese carmaker BYD’s factory in Hungary: source
Country’s new prime minister has launched an investigation into the Chinese electric vehicle giant’s investment in Hungary
· Xiaofei Xu
Australia to warn China it won’t be bulled by ‘provocative‘ actions as it builds military and nuclear arsenal
Foreign minister Penny Wong will deliver speech criticising China’s recent launch of a nuclear-capable submarine-launched missile
· Sarah Basford Canales, Luca Ittimani
Carpio: China can’t prevent Philippine construction at Ayungin Shoal
MANILA, Philippines — Former Supreme Court Associate Justice Antonio Carpio on Wednesday said China cannot prevent the Philippines from building structures on Ayungin (Second Thomas) Shoal.
· Gabryelle Dumalag
Olympic rowing great Olaf Tufte has died at age 50
Norway’s Olaf Tufte celebrates with his gold medal after winning the mens single sculls final during the Beijing 2008 Olympics in Beijing, Saturday, Aug. 16, 2008. (AP Photo/Chuck Burton, File)
Here's what to know about India's 'Cockroach' movement challenging Modi
A protestor, left, receives a food package from a supporter at the site where thousands have assembled to join a protest led by Cockroach Janta Party in New Delhi, India, Wednesday, July 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Piyush Nagpal)
· Sheikh Saaliq
(LEAD) S. Korea reviewing practical contributions to freedom of navigation in Hormuz: presidential office
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· Park Boram
Taiwan to push advanced robotics on distinct path from China: tech czar
An industrial humanoid robot is displayed at Foxconn's annual tech day in Taipei in November 2025. (Photo by Lauly Li)
· Staff Writer
Fil-Am nurse could face death penalty for sexual battery
MANILA, Philippines — The death penalty is being sought for a Filipino American nurse in Florida, after he was charged with separate felonies, including 12 counts of sexual battery upon a child less than 12 years of age.
· Aric John Sy Cua
Michelin-starred restaurant owner in South Korea faces jail for serving ants in dessert
Fine of 20m won (£10,108) could also be imposed for serving insect not approved for consumption under local law
· Nimo Omer
(LEAD) S. Korea, ASEAN seek to deepen partnership, expand cooperation in AI, culture sectors
(ATTN: RECASTS headline, lead with latest; UPDATES throughout with meeting results; CHANGES photos)By Oh Seok-min
· Oh Seok-min
DFA chief raises Ayungin incident in meeting with China foreign minister
MANILA, Philippines — Foreign Affairs Secretary Ma. Theresa Lazaro on Wednesday raised the Philippines’ protest over the recent Ayungin Shoal incident during her first bilateral meeting with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi in two years, as Manila pressed Beijing on maritime disputes despite renewed diplomatic engag…
· Gabryelle Dumalag
Lee takes Korea’s AI ambitions to Silicon Valley
For over a decade, I’ve navigated the complexities of North Korean affairs, security, and foreign policy from both Seoul and Washington, D.C. As the National Desk Political Team Lead, I track the pulse of geopolitics, closely following developments from the Unification Ministry and the Foreign Ministry. My mornings …
· Ji Da-gyum
CP-Meiji Expands to the Philippines, offering more premium dairy choices for filipino families
FILIPINO families can now enjoy premium dairy products made with Japanese dairy expertise as CP-Meiji officially launches in the Philippines.
· The Manila Times
WATCH: Survey: Nearly two-thirds of Filipinos distrust China
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· The Manila Times
Rival parties at odds over election recount
South Korea's rival parties continued wrangling over the June 3 local elections, clashing over an election recount during a special committee meeting at the National Assembly on Wednesday.
· Son Ji-hyoung
China targets panda bond reform, mandates global credit mapping to lure foreign capital
Body overseeing interbank market, where most panda bonds are traded, sets August 1 deadline for rating agencies to comply
· Chelsea Yang
China targets panda bond reform, mandates global credit mapping to lure foreign capital
Body overseeing interbank market, where most panda bonds are traded, sets August 1 deadline for rating agencies to comply
· Chelsea Yang
Rubio holds talks with China’s Wang Yi as regional powers join ASEAN meet
BILATERAL TALKS. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio takes part in a bilateral meeting with China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi on the sidelines of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Foreign Ministers' Meeting in Pasay, Metro Manila on July 22, 2026.
· Mia Gonzalez
S. Korea, US, Japan reaffirm N. Korea deterrence, expand security cooperation
Since 2017, I have covered South Korea’s political and economic landscape as a reporter, with a focus on foreign affairs, inter-Korean relations and security.As a foreign affairs reporter, I closely follow developments from the Ministry of Unification, the Foreign Ministry and the Defense Ministry, tracking shifts i…
· Jung Min-kyung
(2nd LD) S. Korea, U.S., Japan vow robust deterrence posture against N. Korea at ministerial talks
(ATTN: RECASTS headline, lead with details; UPDATES throughout with latest; TRIMS)By Oh Seok-min
· Oh Seok-min
Myanmar and Laos plan downstream Mekong’s biggest dam yet
A joint study for a 2,790MW hydropower project is more political stunt than power plan, critics say
· Maria Siow
Myanmar and Laos plan downstream Mekong’s biggest dam yet
A joint study for a 2,790MW hydropower project is more political stunt than power plan, critics say
· Maria Siow