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Newest first · UTC+11:00Hundreds of thousands evacuated as Typhoon Bavi barrels towards China
More than 600,000 people have been evacuated from their homes in China as Typhoon Bavi barrels towards the country after hitting Japan’s Sakishima islands and grazing northern Taiwan.
· Al Jazeera
BYD showcases battery, charging technology in 15,000km journey from Rome to Hong Kong
Chinese electric vehicle maker says journey was inspired by travels of Marco Polo more than 750 years ago
· Daniel Ren
BYD showcases charging technology in 15,000km journey from Rome to Hong Kong
Chinese electric vehicle maker says journey was inspired by travels of Marco Polo more than 750 years ago
· Daniel Ren
UST, PVA prevail in Shakey’s Juniors National Invitationals opener
MANILA, Philippines — University of Santo Tomas flexed its firepower in a quick work of Arellano University High School, 25-16, 25-12, for a hot start in the 2026 Shakey’s Juniors National Invitationals on Saturday at the Playtime FilOil Arena in San Juan.
· The Manila Times
Louie Alas named interim coach of Ateneo men's basketball team
MANILA, Philippines — Ateneo de Manila University appointed Louie Alas as its men's basketball team interim coach following former head coach Tab Baldwin's resignation, as reported by the school's student publication The Guidon on Friday.
· Niel Victor C. Masoy
Indonesia’s anti-graft prosecutor quits after police seize gold and cash
Indonesia’s top anticorruption prosecutor has resigned after police raids on his home and other locations led to the seizure of gold bars and $20m of cash in multiple currencies.
· Al Jazeera Staff
Volkswagen China deliveries see 26% drop year on year to lowest point since 2010
The European carmaker is losing ground to domestic EV rivals as it sees its lowest delivery volume in over a decade and half
· Daniel Ren
Volkswagen China deliveries see 26% drop year on year to lowest point since 2010
The European carmaker is losing ground to domestic EV rivals as it sees its lowest delivery volume in over a decade and half
· Daniel Ren
‘Sealed in blood’: Where does the China-North Korea alliance stand today?
Chinese leaders often describe Beijing’s relationship with North Korea as close “as lips and teeth”, but as warm as bilateral ties appear, this is a relationship underscored above all by strategic necessity.
· Katrina Yu
Taiwán y el este de China se preparan para el tifón Bavi mientras azota el sur de Japón
En esta fotografía difundida por la agencia de noticias Xinhua, un agente de seguridad acordona la zona costera ante la inminente llegada del tifón Bavi a la ciudad de Shitang, el viernes 10 de julio de 2026, en Wenling, provincia de Zhejiang, en el este de China. (Xu Yu/Agencia de Noticias Xinhua vía AP)
· The Associated Press
A swarm of stink bugs and a river of rats: why India’s flowering bamboo causes a crisis for humans
Every few decades mass blooming in Mizoram’s forests causes a rodent boom – and devastation to crops. The cycle is well-known, so why aren’t farmers and authorities better prepared?
· Tauseef Ahmad and Sajid Raina in Mamit district, Mizoram
Superpower US still too young to take path toward decline
President Donald Trump delivers remarks during a celebration for the 250th anniversary of U.S. independence, at Mount Rushmore in Keystone, South Dakota, on July 3. © Reuters
· Staff Writer
Chinese student sets up a will bequeathing US$2.9 million estate to childhood friend
Teenage extreme sports enthusiast from Shanghai received a flat from parents who divorced and remarried
· Fran Lu
Chinese student sets up a will bequeathing US$2.9 million estate to childhood friend
Teenage extreme sports enthusiast from Shanghai received a flat from parents who divorced and remarried
· Fran Lu
Mizuno enters esports market with athlete-led approach
Mizuno set up a booth to showcase its first esports gear at EVO Japan 2026, a competitive fighting game festival held at Tokyo Big Sight in May. (Photo by Manabu Okayasu)
· Staff Writer
PH remains top supplier of seafarers — report
The Philippines remains the world’s leading supplier of seafarers, according to a report by the Baltic and International Maritime Council (BIMCO) and the International Chamber of Shipping (ICS).
· Aric John Sy Cua
Beyond Claude Code: the Chinese AI tools poised to benefit after back-door alert
As Beijing flags a security risk in Anthropic software, domestic tech firms are rapidly embracing local alternatives such as ByteDance’s Trae and Alibaba’s Qoder
· Minxiao Chang
Beyond Claude Code: the Chinese AI tools poised to benefit after back-door alert
As Beijing flags a security risk in Anthropic software, domestic tech firms are rapidly embracing local alternatives such as ByteDance’s Trae and Alibaba’s Qoder
· Minxiao Chang
Why Korea is watching Erling Haaland's hair ties
To soccer fans, Erling Haaland is Norway's prolific striker. In China, AI-generated memes and parody videos have turned him into an internet celebrity. In crypto circles, his World Cup popularity has even inspired a meme token.
· Tammy Park
Why overseas buyout giants are chasing Korea's rental car operators
Rental car industry is no longer just in the business of leasing cars, but is becoming a gateway to broader mobility services
· Im Eun-byel
PH women batters to open World Cup campaign vs reigning champ Japan
MANILA, Philippines — A daunting task right away for a world stage debut.
· Niel Victor C. Masoy
SEA Plus Youth Games to fortify PH grassroots program
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine Olympic Committee (POC) officially launched the Southeast Asian (SEA) Plus Youth Games on Saturday, with the Philippines set to host the inaugural edition from December 2 to 14, 2027.
· Nicole Anne D.G. Bugauisan
At least 17 dead due to enhanced southwest monsoon
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· jreyes0314
Malonzo signs with Earthfriends in Japan
MANILA, Philippines — Jamie Malonzo finally gets another chance to play in Japan after signing up with the Tokyo Z Earthfriends in the B.League second division, the team announced in its social media account on Friday.
· Richard Dy
Naadam festival provides symbolic finale to Lee's state visit to Mongolia
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
Stratbase urges PH to keep arbitral ruling at center of sea code talks
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines should insist that the 2016 South China Sea arbitral ruling serve as the legal basis for any future Code of Conduct with China and other claimant states, Stratbase Institute President Victor Andres “Dindo” Manhit said on Friday.
· Gabryelle Dumalag
Why the West Philippine Sea ruling still matters
MANILA, Philippines — Ten years ago, an arbitral tribunal affirmed the Philippines’ sovereign rights in its exclusive economic zone and continental shelf in the West Philippine Sea and invalidated China’s nine-dash-line claim in the South China Sea.
· Joyce Ann L. Rocamora
Alex Eala earns global respect after historic run in Wimbledon
MANILA, Philippines — Alex Eala’s remarkable run at the Wimbledon Championships has earned her even greater respect on the global stage, drawing admiration not only from tennis legends but also from personalities in the entertainment industry.
· The Manila Times
Taiwan and eastern China brace for Typhoon Bavi as winds and rain hit Japan's southern islands
In this photo released by Xinhua News Agency, a security person cordons off the coastal area ahead of Typhoon Bavi’s expected arrival in Shitang Town of Wenling City, eastern China’s Zhejiang Province, Friday, July 10, 2026. (Xu Yu/Xinhua News Agency via AP)
China has poured funding into flood defences. Has the investment paid off?
Chinese authorities have ramped up spending on disaster prevention in recent years, but some worry local debt levels could hinder the campaign
· Emma Ma
China has poured funding into flood defences. Has the investment paid off?
Chinese authorities have ramped up spending on disaster prevention in recent years, but some worry local debt levels could hinder the campaign
· Emma Ma
How overlapping US and China sanctions are complicating business in Africa
Compliance inquiries surge as broad range of industries at risk, spanning mining, banking, telecoms, technology, energy and infrastructure
· Dulue Mbachu
How overlapping US and China sanctions are complicating business in Africa
Compliance inquiries surge as broad range of industries at risk, spanning mining, banking, telecoms, technology, energy and infrastructure
· Dulue Mbachu
5150 Bohol Triathlon kicks off landmark 10th edition
MANILA, Philippines – The Sun Life 5150 Bohol Triathlon celebrates a historic milestone Sunday, marking its 10th staging with a stellar field, ideal racing conditions despite cloudy skies and forecast high temperatures, and another stern test of endurance across one of the country's most scenic island courses.
· The Manila Times
Ambition outguns capacity in US plan to deter China
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· Gabriel Honrada
Panic over China’s missile test is born of Western bias
Every nuclear power routinely tests its arsenal. The outcry over Beijing’s launch reveals a glaring double standard
· James Dwyer
Panic over China’s missile test is born of Western bias
Every nuclear power routinely tests its arsenal. The outcry over Beijing’s launch reveals a glaring double standard
· James Dwyer
Japan successfully launches and lands reusable rocket
Japan’s space agency said Saturday its prototype reusable rocket successfully completed the first liftoff and landing test, marking a step forward in the cost-cutting technology dominated by SpaceX.
· No Author
Chinese chip start-up aims to build 5-nanometre equivalent chips without using EUV by 2029
The company says the production line launch marks a critical step towards China’s drive for tech self-sufficiency
· Ben Jiang
Chinese chip start-up aims to build 5-nanometre equivalent chips without using EUV by 2029
The company says the production line launch marks a critical step towards China’s drive for tech self-sufficiency
· Ben Jiang
Teodoro, Ebdane lead commemoration of the West Philippine Sea triumph
MASINLOC, Zambales – The 10th anniversary of the Philippines' victory in the West Philippine Sea was celebrated here on Friday under the theme "Bayanihan sa Karagatan: Liwanag ng Kalayaan, Tanglaw ng Karagatan" (Community Solidarity at Sea: Light of Freedom, Beacon of the Seas).
· Mahatma Randy Datu
Today in Korean history
1948 -- South Korea's National Assembly formulates the nation's Constitution. The elections for the country's National Assembly were held under U.N. supervision on May 10.
· Lee Haye-ah
Typhoon Inday out of PAR but still enhancing southwest monsoon
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· Acor Arceo
Prosecution laid foundation for grave threat charge in week one of impeach trial – De Lima
MANILA, Philippines — The prosecution team of the House of Representatives said that it laid the foundation for its grave threat charge against Vice President Sara Duterte on the first week of her impeachment trial with evidence that supported the case.
· Red Mendoza
PH SolGen on 2016 Arbitral Award: ‘Enduring protection in a Republic of laws’
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· Bea Cupin
N.Korea leader denounces corruption in military at rare meeting
North Korean leader Kim Jong-un denounced corruption in the military as he attended a joint meeting of the ruling party, government and army, state media said Saturday.
· Yonhap
Japan's scallop production feels heat of climate change
Scallops are landed at a port in Hokkaido's Sarufutsu: Catches are under pressure from climate change. (Photos by Takumi Sasaki)
· Staff Writer
[Photo News] Studio Ghibli in Jeju
Studio Ghibli, the renowned Japanese animation studio, has opened its first-ever official original exhibition in South Korea on Jeju Island on Saturday.
· Lee Yoon-seo