Alex Eala downplays 'nation unifier' tag: ‘I’m just happy to make a positive impact’
MANILA, Philippines — Filipino fans rallied behind their champion Alex Eala in her historic Wimbledon run.
· Niel Victor C. Masoy
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Newest first · UTC+11:00Is Japan a ‘spy paradise’ fuelling Russia’s war machine?
A New York Times article claims Maksim Vladimirovich Filchenkov, a top Russian official, is leading the covert operation in Japan
· Julian Ryall
Is Japan a ‘spy paradise’ fuelling Russia’s war machine?
A New York Times article claims Maksim Vladimirovich Filchenkov, a top Russian official, is leading the covert operation in Japan
· Julian Ryall
Indonesia's prosecutor-police corruption scandal: 5 things to know
The police probe of Febrie Adriansyah, Indonesia's deputy attorney general for special crimes, has revived concerns about police-military friction with prosecutors added to the mix. (Antara)
· Staff Writer
Top Indonesian anti-corruption prosecutor accused of graft: 5 things to know
The police probe of Febrie Adriansyah, Indonesia's deputy attorney general for special crimes, has revived concerns about police-military friction with prosecutors added to the mix. (Antara)
· Staff Writer
Baguio marks 10th year of West PH Sea arbitral ruling
BAGUIO CITY — Baguio commemorated the 10th anniversary of the landmark 2016 Hague arbitral ruling rejecting China’s sweeping South China Sea claims, including areas within the Philippines’ West Philippine Sea, through a military-sponsored battle of the bands on Sunday and a city hall information drive on Monday.
· Vincent Cabreza
[OPINION] Herbosa’s resignation should not end the Philippines’ global health ambition
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· Miriam Grace Go
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Teodoro Herbosa is the secretary of the Department of Health, a position to which he was appointed by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on June 5, 2023. He previously served as DOH undersecretary from 2010 to 2015.
Alas’ Terrence Marticion shows maturity in win vs Bahrain
HAIKOU, China — Alas Pilipinas boys’ Terrence Marticion was fueled by his team’s opening-day blues in the 2026 Asian Volleyball Confederation (AVC) Boys’ U18 Volleyball Championships.
· Nicole Anne D.G. Bugauisan
Perro consume cannabis accidentalmente y requiere de rescate alpino en Reino Unido
En esta fotografía difundida por Christina Bluhme se puede ver a Tokyo, un labrador retriever que se recupera en la clínica veterinaria Crown Vets, el domingo 5 de julio de 2026, en Fort William, Escocia. (Christina Bluhme vía AP)
· Brian Melley
China’s Ethnic Unity Law extends legal reach to Taiwan, diaspora
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· Jeff Pao
Japan’s bond market is back in play after decades in the wilderness
Japanese government bond yields have been hitting multi-decade highs, with benchmark 10-year reaching levels not seen since 1996 last week.
· Lim Hui Jie, Chloe Taylor
Student of the Year Award winners set inspiring example for Hong Kong
The awards, which celebrate young people’s achievements, marked their 45th edition, with plans afoot to extend the scheme to the Greater Bay Area
· SCMP Editorial
Tropical Storm Josie now inside PAR for brief stay
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· Acor Arceo
CNBC's The China Connection newsletter: Betting on Shenzhen over Silicon Valley
Hi, this is Evelyn, writing to you from Beijing. Welcome to the latest edition of The China Connection — a snapshot of what I'm seeing and hearing from local businesses.
· Evelyn Cheng
LPGA major winner Ryu Hae-ran reaches No. 3 in global ranking
SEOUL, July 14 (Yonhap) -- South Korea's Ryu Hae-ran has reached her career-high position in the women's world golf rankings following her latest LPGA major title.
· Shim Sun-ah
China Builds Full-Scale Model Of US Destroyer In Remote Desert
Security analysts poring over satellite photos of China have shared a surreal image: There's a detailed, full-scale replica of a US Navy destroyer in the middle of a remote stretch of Chinese desert. It's a vivid indication of the seriousness with which the Chinese government takes preparations for a potential war w…
· Tyler Durden
Will Manila and Hanoi’s maritime deal challenge Beijing in the South China Sea?
A new cooperation agreement chips away at China’s bilateral negotiation tactic, but experts say its value is mostly symbolic
· Alyssa Chen
Will Manila and Hanoi’s maritime deal challenge Beijing in the South China Sea?
A new cooperation agreement chips away at China’s bilateral negotiation tactic, but experts say its value is mostly symbolic
· Alyssa Chen
(EDITORIAL from Korea JoongAng Daily on July 14)
Spending tops 800 trillion won as new fund raises concerns Lee Jae Myung's record spending plan and proposed future-response fund aim to boost growth, but economists warn the scale could fuel inflation and asset prices.
· Oh Seok-min
(EDITORIAL from Korea Times on July 14)
Defense minister must set record straightAhn's silence fuels unnecessary doubt and dispute
· Oh Seok-min
(EDITORIAL from Korea Herald on July 14)
Forums, not formalityGovernment should not use public forums to legitimize preordained property tax hike
· Oh Seok-min
Japan voice actor fights clones with AI of his own
Voice actor Daisuke Namikawa released a video featuring a character speaking in an AI voice based on his own. (Daisuke Namikawa)
· Staff Writer
Why China is seriously cultivating AI entertainment
With rules and support, policymakers appear to be positioning AI and its entertainment nexus as the foundation for a new cultural economy
· Hugh Harsono
Why China is seriously cultivating AI entertainment
With rules and support, policymakers appear to be positioning AI and its entertainment nexus as the foundation for a new cultural economy
· Hugh Harsono
Japan's soaring AI stocks push smaller firms out of Topix index
At one point in 2026, Kioxia Holdings' market cap was more than 10 times its value in late 2025. (Photo by Shintaro Ino)
· Staff Writer
US National Science Foundation to ban projects with flagged Chinese institutions
Raising security fears, NSF moves from case-by-case approval to full ban on working with restricted entities and their employees
· Lucy Quaggin
China's Memory-Chip Challenger Faces A Test Of How Far US Curbs Can Reach
ChangXin Memory Technologies is approaching a turning point.
· Tyler Durden
Japan eyes network for 10,000 self-driving vehicles by fiscal 2030
An autonomous bus makes a test run in the city of Hiratsuka, southwest of Tokyo, in January. (Photo by Sota Tanaka)
· Staff Writer
Japan enacts social media law requiring flagging of AI content in elections
AI-generated content on social media is becoming an issue in elections. (Source photos: Nikkei)
· Staff Writer
Tokyo Disney to hike maximum ticket prices for first time since 2023
Tokyo Disneyland will raise peak-demand ticket prices in October. (Photo by Marie Yoshimura)
· Staff Writer
Amazon's global strategy comes unstuck in Southeast Asia's localized market
SINGAPORE -- Amazon, the world's biggest e-commerce giant, has effectively admitted defeat in Singapore. On July 6, the U.S. company began phasing out its fulfillment service, whereby it stores goods for retailers in its facilities. Amazon Fresh, which delivers groceries within a two-hour window, will cease operatio…
· KENTARO TAKEDA
Dog rescued from UK's highest mountain after apparently ingesting cannabis
This photo provided by Christina Bluhme shows Tokyo, a Labrador retriever, recovering at Crown Vets in Fort William, Scotland, Sunday, July 5, 2026. (Christina Bluhme via AP)
· Brian Melley
Lindsey Graham’s death removes one of Washington’s most influential China hawks
Trump’s close foreign policy adviser leaves behind a vacancy in the Senate and uncertainty over Republican China policy
· Han Li
Lindsey Graham’s death removes one of Washington’s most influential China hawks
Trump’s close foreign policy adviser leaves behind a vacancy in the Senate and uncertainty over Republican China policy
· Han Li
Behind Pasig's reforms: Vico's anti-corruption philosophy
MANILA, Philippines — Every time a major corruption scandal erupts, Filipinos ask the same questions: Why does it keep happening? Why do reforms often fail to stop it? And how do practices once considered unacceptable become so deeply embedded in government that they are treated as business as usual?
· James Daniel Danio
Villanueva checks NBI metrics on evaluating threat credibility
MANILA, Philippines — Senator-Judge Joel Villanueva questioned the National Bureau of Investigation’s (NBI) assessment on public threats, whether a suspect’s high political status affects the conduct of its investigation.
· Bernadette E. Tamayo
One taste of this Korean restaurant’s star ingredient and the queue will make sense
The queues started on Dubudang’s opening day in May, but this Epping restaurant’s story began three decades ago – at a tofu shop in Busan, South Korea. Co-owner Hyunjoon “Leo” Joo recalls his mother preparing soybeans before sunrise, and the countless hours his father spent behind the tofu press. His parents’ store,…
· Lee Tran Lam
Australia’s relationship with India grows ever closer despite one key divergence
July 14, 2026 — 5:00am
· Peter Hartcher
NAIA T3 curbside construction prompts travel advisory
MANILA, Philippines — The New NAIA Infra Corp. (NNIC) announced a month-long infrastructure project at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) Terminal 3 starting on Wednesday, July 15, prompting travel advisories for passengers.
· Benjamin L. Vergara
Honda, Toyota embrace Chinese EV tech as Japan automakers play catch-up
Toyota's bZ7 electric vehicle looks similar to Guangzhou Automobile Group's Hyptec A800. (Photo by Shinya Sawai)
· Staff Writer
"Don't Let China Win": President Trump Presses Senate On CLARITY Act In Final Stretch
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· Tyler Durden
JCB to test stablecoin payment service for tourists to Japan
JCB is looking to set lower transaction fees for stablecoin payments compared to credit cards. (Photo by Shogo Furuta)
· Staff Writer
Aquino presses NBI over alleged hitman hired to kill Marcos
MANILA, Philippines — Senator-Judge Bam Aquino questioned the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) over its failure to identify the person Vice President Sara Duterte had allegedly hired to kill President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.
· The Manila Times
Japan finance chief's push for pension funds to buy JGBs draws skepticism
Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama encouraged the Government Pension Investment Fund on July 10 to invest more in Japanese government bonds. (Nikkei montage/Source photos by Nikkei)
· Staff Writer
Japan toymaker Tomy tries again with Licca-chan doll in the land of Barbie
With higher prices than Mattel's Barbie, Tomy is targeting adult fans of its Licca-chan dolls to increase sales. (Tomy)
· Staff Writer
MUFG claims Japan market cap crown for 1st time ever
MUFG's new president, Junichi Hanzawa, has overseen the group's growth into Japan's market cap leader. (Nikkei montage/Source photos by Hazumu Urushiyama)
· Staff Writer
Pangandaman wants to grow Islamic banking
FORMER Budget secretary Amenah Pangandaman has pledged to expand Islamic banking and deepen financial inclusion after having been appointed to helm Al-Amanah Islamic Investment Bank of the Philippines.
· Niña Myka Pauline Arceo
Seismic survey for hydrogen in Pangasinan starts
THE Department of Energy (DOE) said Monday that Koloma Inc. — a United States-based natural hydrogen exploration firm and the operator of Service Contract (SC) No. 84 — has begun a 2D seismic survey in Pangasinan for possible indigenous energy sources for the Philippines.
· Ed Paolo Salting
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