Japan scapegoats foreigners as mountain rescue numbers rise
Locals make up the vast majority of Japan’s mountain rescues, yet internet anger is largely reserved for ill-equipped tourists
· Julian Ryall
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Newest first · UTC+11:00Japan scapegoats foreigners as mountain rescue numbers rise
Locals make up the vast majority of Japan’s mountain rescues, yet internet anger is largely reserved for ill-equipped tourists
· Julian Ryall
This week in PostMag: in celebration of the human spirit
From a photographer on China’s epic belt and road odyssey to the enigmatic man behind Shenzhen’s Weird Building, this edition investigates the people behind the stories
· Jen Paolini
This week in PostMag: in celebration of the human spirit
From a photographer on China’s epic belt and road odyssey to the enigmatic man behind Shenzhen’s Weird Building, this edition investigates the people behind the stories
· Jen Paolini
Why Korea's tidal flats expansion matters beyond the map
The listing would recognize Korea's tidal flats as a shared heritage — and a promise to preserve them
· Hong Yoo
Cloud clusters outside PAR likely to become LPA
MANILA, Philippines — The state-run weather agency said on Sunday that it is closely monitoring several cloud clusters outside the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR) that have the possibility of becoming a low-pressure area (LPA).
· Arlie O. Calalo
Did the Ukraine war spark China’s quiet ban on most civilian drone flights in cities?
Strict new rules have disrupted casual users and increased compliance hurdles for industrial applications like power grid inspections
· Alcott Wei
Did the Ukraine war spark China’s ban on most civilian drone flights in cities?
Strict new rules have disrupted casual users and increased compliance hurdles for industrial applications like power grid inspections
· Alcott Wei
Racist video: Beijing keeps distance; Gibo Teodoro unswayed
Beijing tried to officially distance itself from a video by a state-run media outlet that was condemned by the Philippine government for its racist depiction of Filipinos, saying that it was “not an act of the government.”
· Gabryelle Dumalag
As the UK discusses an EU return, Hong Kong offers lessons
Like Hong Kong, which functions as a special administrative region of China, could the United Kingdom rejoin the European Union with a special administrative name?
· Antony Huen
As the UK discusses an EU return, Hong Kong offers lessons
Like Hong Kong, which functions as a special administrative region of China, could the United Kingdom rejoin the European Union with a special administrative name?
· Antony Huen
Japan seeks stronger deterrence after China submarine missile launch
China's launch of a ballistic missile from a nuclear submarine this month suggests its heightened offensive capabilities. (Xinhua via AP)
· Staff Writer
AI can help predict the next pandemic
Patients lie a makeshift treatment area outside a hospital, following the COVID-19 outbreak, in Hong Kong on March 2, 2022. © Reuters
· Kavitha Yarlagadda
It’s Indonesia vs Cambodia for SEA V Cup title
ITY of Candon — Indonesia will battle Cambodia for the title in Week One of the SEA V Cup on Sunday at the Candon City Arena.
· The Manila Times
Palace to present evidence vs Cayetano's P10k aid claim
MANILA, Philippines — Malacañang on Saturday dismissed Sen. Alan Peter Cayetano's claim that President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. rejected plans to distribute P10,000 aid to qualified beneficiaries who were recovering from the pandemic after he won the presidential elections.
· Catherine S. Valente
Behind a secret safe, police find 74kgs of gold bars in suitcases
Sun 19 Jul 2026 at 4:53am
· Natasya Salim
Abalos on China's 'racist' video: Respect among nations begins with respect for one another's humanity
MANILA, Philippines — Cabinet Secretary Benjamin Abalos Jr. on Saturday condemned the "racist and dehumanizing" video and editorial cartoons published by Chinese state media China Daily, saying "respect among nations begins with respect for one another's humanity."
· Catherine S. Valente
Mika Salamanca joins GoodZone, Project Pearls in celebrating nutrition milestone in Tondo
MANILA, Philippines — Content creator and "Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Collab Edition" winner Mika Salamanca joined GoodZone and nonprofit organization Project Pearls in celebrating a major milestone in their community nutrition program, where 61 children in Happyland, Tondo, overcame malnutrition after just two mo…
· Iza Iglesias
China's share of global wind turbine market reaches nearly 80%
The adoption of wind power continues to grow around the world. (Photo obtained by Nikkei)
· Staff Writer
Baguio's Gwendoline Soriano, Tarlac's Sasha-Juli Lacuna win Binibining Pilipinas 2026 crowns
MANILA, Philippines — Gwendoline Meliz Soriano of Baguio City and Sasha-Juli Belle Lacuna of Tarlac Province captured the two coveted titles at the 62nd Binibining Pilipinas Grand Coronation Night on Saturday at the Smart Araneta Coliseum, earning the right to represent the Philippines at the Miss International and …
· Iza Iglesias
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Rescuers race for survivors after China landslide
CHONGQING, China — Rescue crews on Saturday raced to find survivors from a landslide in the southwestern Chinese city of Chongqing that killed at least eight people and left 34 missing.
· Associated Press
Indian activist on hunger strike brought to hospital
NEW DELHI — New Delhi police forcibly moved activist Sonam Wangchuk to a hospital on Saturday over health concerns after a 20-day hunger strike in protest against India’s examination system.
· Agence France-Presse
Founding father: statues of Myanmar's Aung San disappear
YANGON, Myanmar — Statues of independence hero Aung San are quietly disappearing across Myanmar in a contest over his legacy as father of both the nation and of detained democracy figurehead Aung San Suu Kyi.
· Agence France-Presse
Asia’s Golden Awards 2026 celebrates excellence
SOME 55 of the country’s most distinguished business and civic leaders, diplomats, public servants, entrepreneurs, healthcare advocates, educators, media personalities, entertainers and changemakers were recognized at the Asia’s Golden Icon Awards (AGIA) on its return this year at Okada Manila Grand Ballroom on July 7.
· Arlo Custodio
India successfully launches first private orbital rocket
SRIHARIKOTA, India — India's first privately built orbital rocket took its maiden flight on Saturday, its company said, marking a significant step for the South Asian giant as it eyes a bigger slice of the global space economy.
· Agence France-Presse
Bangladesh’s enduring fondness for Argentina
DHAKA — There are rooftops draped in blue and white, and murals of Lionel Messi everywhere — but this is not Argentina, it is Bangladesh where football-crazy fans are again celebrating their unique bond with the South American giants.
· Agence France-Presse
China refuses to apologize for video depicting Pinoys as monkeys
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· Javier Joe Ismael, Catherine S. Valente, Red Mendoza
The Pax Silica initiative
THE United States has embarked on a massive investment in the Philippines to build and expand the world’s semiconductor, artificial intelligence (AI) and advanced microchip industries and reduce its dependence on China. Several countries — including Australia, India, Israel, Japan and Singapore, as well as several E…
· Lloyd C. Bautista
India launches first private orbital rocket
India's first privately built orbital rocket takes its maiden flight on July 18, 2026, its company said, marking a significant step for the South Asian giant as it eyes a bigger slice of the global space economy.
· The Manila Times
Bolts rap Painters, chalk up 1st win in PBA
MANILA, Philippines — Meralco took control of the game behind a strong third quarter assault to beat Rain or Shine, 122-114 to chalk up its first win in the PBA Season 50 Governors’ Cup on Saturday at the Ynares Center in Antipolo.
· Richard Dy
King saves the day as SMB downs Terrafirma
MANILA, Philippines — Import George King delivered the crucial baskets in the last period to lift San Miguel Beer to a pulsating 109-104 victory against Terrafirma to stay unbeaten in the PBA Season 50 Governors’ Cup at the Ynares Center on Saturday.
· Richard Dy
China warns UK over British Steel nationalisation, demands fair resolution
China’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has said it will closely monitor the United Kingdom’s nationalisation of British Steel, previously owned by a Chinese steelmaker.
· Al Jazeera
Why data may become China’s most durable advantage in the AI race
Accelerating buildout of national ecosystem of Chinese-language data has emerged as a ‘more winnable’ arena amid US tech restrictions
· Meredith Chen
Why data may become China’s most durable advantage in the AI race
Accelerating buildout of national ecosystem of Chinese-language data has emerged as a ‘more winnable’ arena amid US tech restrictions
· Meredith Chen
China AI summit hears Global South needs equal access to avoid digital divide
Delegates at the World AI Conference in Shanghai warn fragmentation risks isolating emerging markets and concentrating advanced computing in rich economies
· Wency Chen
China AI summit hears Global South needs equal access to avoid digital divide
Delegates at the World AI Conference in Shanghai warn fragmentation risks isolating emerging markets and concentrating advanced computing in rich economies
· Wency Chen
Chinese social media accounts ‘profit from leaking official corruption scandals’
‘Grey market’ exploiting legal loopholes has made prosecution difficult, state media report warns
· Amber Wang
Chinese social media accounts ‘profit from leaking official corruption scandals’
‘Grey market’ exploiting legal loopholes has made prosecution difficult, state media report warns
· Amber Wang
Sonam Wangchuk hospitalised after 21-day hunger strike over exam leaks
The 59-year-old Wangchuk has been fasting to demand the resignation of Modi’s education minister over exam paper leaks that affected millions of students
· Reuters
Sonam Wangchuk hospitalised after 21-day hunger strike over exam leaks
The 59-year-old Wangchuk has been fasting to demand the resignation of Modi’s education minister over exam paper leaks that affected millions of students
· Reuters
Standard Chartered Bank hosts 2026 Markets Forum
STANDARD Chartered Bank (Standard Chartered) Philippines recently hosted its inaugural Markets Forum at Shangri-La The Fort, Taguig City, convening government
· The Manila Times
Yassi Pressman, Luigi Villafuerte announce engagement
MANILA, Philippines — Actress Yassi Pressman and Camarines Sur 2nd District Rep. Luigi Villafuerte are engaged after the couple announced the milestone in a joint Instagram post on Saturday.
· Iza Iglesias
Weather weapons: why the atmosphere could become the next geopolitical battleground
There is growing disquiet in several nations about how weather-manipulation tools are used in cross-border rivalries
· Khushboo Razdan
Why the atmosphere could become the next geopolitical battleground
There is growing disquiet in several nations about how weather-manipulation tools are used in cross-border rivalries
· Khushboo Razdan
India achieves milestone with launch of first private-sector orbital rocket
India has successfully tested its first private-sector orbital rocket, marking a milestone in New Delhi’s ambition to become a major player in the global space economy.
· Al Jazeera
LIVE UPDATES: Binibining Pilipinas 2026
Binibining Pilipinas 2026 is gearing up for its grand coronation night on Saturday, July 18 at the Smart Araneta Coliseum in Quezon City where 35 candidates will vie for two competitive crowns, and a chance to represent the Philippines on the global stage.
· INQUIRER.net
Maxime Lucu leads France to victory over Japan with 15 points in Nations Championship
France’s Maxime Lucu scores a try during a Nations Championship rugby match between Japan and France in Tokyo, Saturday, July 18, 2026. (AP Photo/Shuji Kajiyama)