Chinese man’s 3,000km search for pen pal from 24 years ago sparks deep nostalgia
Li’s heartfelt journey resonates with many, attracting 62,000 likes and over 7,000 comments, with some describing it as ‘romantic’
· Fran Lu
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Newest first · UTC+11:00Chinese man’s 3,000km search for pen pal from 24 years ago sparks deep nostalgia
Li’s heartfelt journey resonates with many, attracting 62,000 likes and over 7,000 comments, with some describing it as ‘romantic’
· Fran Lu
Food prices surge amid unprecedented heat wave
SEOUL, Aug. 9 (Yonhap) -- Prices of agricultural goods in South Korea have spiked as the country grapples with a severe heat wave, industry data showed Sunday.
· Kang Jae-eun
Hanoi’s US$2.5 trillion redevelopment plan has some worried they will be left behind | South China Morning Post
Vietnam recently approved its 100-year master plan for Hanoi that would radically change the historic capital.
US slams Chinese actions in South China Sea
WASHINGTON, United States—The United States on Saturday accused China of “destabilizing” activity near the disputed Scarborough Shoal in the South China Sea, saying it is using “dubious” environmental explanations to advance its territorial claims.
· Agence France-Presse
US slams Chinese actions in South China Sea
WASHINGTON, United States—The United States on Saturday accused China of “destabilizing” activity near the disputed Scarborough Shoal in the South China Sea, saying it is using “dubious” environmental explanations to advance its territorial claims.
· Agence France-Presse
Fijian rugby player dies after suffering suspected heatstroke in Japan
AFP-JIJI – Professional Fijian rugby player Saimoni Vunilagi, 26, died after suffering suspected heatstroke during training with his team in southern Japan, the side said in a statement on Saturday.
· No Author
Generative AI aiding quake relief in Kumamoto
KUMAMOTO – Generative artificial intelligence (AI) has been increasingly utilized to assist relief efforts in the wake of a powerful earthquake in Kumamoto Prefecture late last month.
· No Author
Play space for children set up at Kumamoto quake shelter
YATSUSHIRO, KUMAMOTO PREF. – A space for children to play was set up at an evacuation shelter in Kumamoto Prefecture after a powerful earthquake on July 28 forced nurseries and after-school care services in the area to suspend operations.
· No Author
In pictures: 50 years of Hong Kong’s yum cha teahouse tradition
Five decades of Hong Kong’s beloved yum cha tradition – steamy dim sum, generational bonds and teahouse charm captured by the South China Morning Post
· Alexander Mak
In pictures: 50 years of Hong Kong’s yum cha teahouse tradition
Five decades of Hong Kong’s beloved yum cha tradition – steamy dim sum, generational bonds and teahouse charm captured by the South China Morning Post
· Alexander Mak
The subtle policy shift in Tokyo that has Nagasaki sounding the alarm
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· Sbsaustralia
Chinese nostalgia makes 'Kung Fu Soccer' a hit but will it score overseas?
Filmmaker Stephen Chow's latest hit in China, "Kung Fu Soccer," has stirred up debate over its derivative content amid its international rollout. (Photo by Anne Chan)
· Staff Writer
U.S. says China’s Scarborough Shoal claim ‘destabilizing’ region
The U.S. accused China on Saturday of using “dubious” pretexts to press its disputed territorial claims in the South China Sea by enforcing a nature reserve at Scarborough Shoal and barring Filipino fishermen from entering the contested waters.
· No Author
Japan's natural wine scene comes of age
Mayumi Mochimaru, left, and manager Yui Kyogoku sample wines at Atelier de Terrine Maison Okei in Tokyo’s western Setagaya Ward. The restaurant is tapping growing interest in natural wine among customers eager to try unfamiliar styles. (Courtesy of Atelier de Terrine Maison Okei)
· Staff Writer
For China’s aspiring foreign workers, getting a job is only half the battle
Beijing’s rigid visa points system and strict sponsorship rules frustrate young expats, but most are still undeterred in their job search
· Mia Nurmamat
For China’s aspiring foreign workers, getting a job is only half the battle
Beijing’s rigid visa points system and strict sponsorship rules frustrate young expats, but most are still undeterred in their job search
· Mia Nurmamat
PH official to Beijing: Why make 2 sailors ‘martyrs’?
MANILA, Philippines — An official of the National Maritime Council (NMC) on Saturday questioned China’s designation as “martyrs” of two of its coast guard (CG) sailors who were killed in the collision of two Chinese vessels near Panatag (Scarborough) Shoal last year.
· Gabryelle Dumalag
(Yonhap Interview) 'Fundamental' overhaul of military service system vital for nat'l security: MMA chief
SEOUL, Aug. 9 (Yonhap) -- A "fundamental" overhaul of South Korea's military service system is vital for national security and survival, the head of the military manpower agency has said, in the face of a shrinking pool of conscripts amid a demographic cliff.
· Kim Seung-yeon
US weighs tactical nukes as China, Russia raise escalatory stakes
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· Gabriel Honrada
US slams Chinese ‘nature reserve’ as effort to claim South China Sea
The United States has slammed China over a territorial dispute with the Philippines in the South China Sea, a key maritime region that has emerged as a flash point for questions of regional sovereignty.
· Al Jazeera Staff
US slams Chinese actions in South China Sea
WASHINGTON — The United States on Saturday accused China of "destabilizing" activity near the disputed Scarborough Shoal in the South China Sea, saying it is using "dubious" environmental explanations to advance its territorial claims.
· Agence France-Presse
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Taiwan to attend Pacific leaders meet –Pacific Officials
SYDNEY — Taiwan will attend an annual gathering of Pacific Island leaders in Palau this month, the regional bloc said, overcoming protests from China that saw Taipei barred from the event last year.
· Agence France-Presse
From coffins to conversations: Rebuilding Philippines-China friendship
AMID efforts to reset ties between the Philippines and China, the discovery of five caskets scattered across Metro Manila with anti-Beijing and anti-Communist Party of the Philippines (CPP) messages is a stark reminder of how political symbolism can be weaponized to inflame passions.
· Rommel C Banlaoi
Eastern China prepares for typhoon, closes schools
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· Associated Press
Taipei: China’s control order over Taiwan Strait ridiculous
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· Reuters
Typhoon Dolphin batters Japan's Okinawa before bearing down on China
The islands of Amami and Okinawa are the parts of Japan most affected by the typhoon
· Bbcnews
Japan's top 3 banks boost foreign currency liquidity to $1.25tn
Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corp., Mizuho Bank and MUFG Bank are trying to prepare for a sudden surge in demand for dollar funding. (Source photos by Nikkei)
· Staff Writer
Japan's top 3 banks boost foreign currency liquidity buffers to $1.25tn
Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corp., Mizuho Bank and MUFG Bank are trying to prepare for a sudden surge in demand for dollar funding. (Source photos by Nikkei)
· Staff Writer
Election interference by Iran, Russia, or China may help PM Netanyahu, not hurt him - opinion
The controversial new head of the Shin Bet (Israel Security Agency), David Zini, has warned about foreign interference in Israel’s upcoming election, suggesting the usual suspects: Russia, China, and Iran. Since Zini is considered a political appointee of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, everyone’s wondering what …
· DAN PERRY
Wallabies player ratings: How the men in gold performed against Japan
The Wallabies are still struggling to provide a regular tag-team partner for Angus Bell, and the search continues. Ross was busy in defence with 11 tackles, but was barely used in open play, making just four metres with the ball.
· Jonathan Drennan
New coach Kiss off to a winning start as Wallabies rumble past bold Japan
Japan 32-35 Australia
· Angus Fontaine
WATCH as powerful typhoon slams Japan
A powerful typhoon battered Japan’s southern island of Okinawa on Saturday, knocking out power to more than 50,000 buildings and injuring six people before continuing toward China.
· RT
Australia edges Japan 35-32 in Les Kiss debut as Wallabies coach
Japan’s Ryunosuke Ito, bottom, makes a try as Australia’s Tom Wright attempted to stop during the first half of their rugby match in Higashi Osaka, western Japan, Saturday, Aug. 8, 2026. (Yuki Sato/Kyodo News via AP)
What is a glueball? Chinese-led team finds rare particle made entirely of force
After 15 years of research, scientists discover definitive evidence of glueballs using the Beijing Electron Positron Collider II
· Fan Chen
What is a glueball? Chinese-led team finds rare particle made entirely of force
After 15 years of research, scientists discover definitive evidence of glueballs using the Beijing Electron Positron Collider II
· Fan Chen
Barbers urges officials favoring China interests to resign
MANILA, Philippines — House Prosecution Panel adviser and spokesman Ace Barbers on Saturday called on government officials who openly or covertly advance China’s interests over Philippine national interests to voluntarily resign.
· James Daniel Danio
Fijian rugby player, 26, dies after suspected heatstroke
Rugby balls are lined up on the pitch prior to the start of the rugby union international match between Scotland and Italy at the Murrayfield stadium in Edinburgh, Scotland, on March 20, 2021. (AP Photo/Scott Heppell, File)
Australia 35, Japan 32
Australia 35 (Harry Potter, Tom Wright, Max Jorgensen, Fraser McReight, Taniela Tupou tries; Ryan Lonergan 4 conversions, Ben Donaldson conversion), Japan 32 (Ryunosuke Ito, Faulua Makisi, Kazuma Ueda, Warner Dearns tries; Takuro Matsunaga 3 conversions, 2 penalties). HT: 14-14
· The Associated Press
China’s lunar research station could be guarded by robot watchdogs, space scientists say
Custom-designed machines could identify hazards on the moon and help astronauts collect rock samples, source water ice, researchers say
· Ling Xin
China’s lunar research station could be guarded by robot watchdogs, space scientists say
Custom-designed machines could identify hazards on the moon and help astronauts collect rock samples, source water ice, researchers say
· Ling Xin
Typhoon Dolphin grounds Hong Kong flights, disrupts trips and business in Japan
Flights linking Hong Kong with mainland China, Taiwan and Japan cancelled, while Okinawa travellers and businesses count the cost
· Edith Lin
Typhoon Dolphin grounds Hong Kong flights, disrupts trips and business in Japan
Flights linking Hong Kong with mainland China, Taiwan and Japan cancelled, while Okinawa travellers and businesses count the cost
· Edith Lin
Taiwan’s William Lai rehearses late-night emergency escape during military drill
As part of annual Han Kuang exercise, the island’s leader is evacuated in a drill simulating a potential PLA decapitation strike
· Liu Zhen
Taiwan’s William Lai rehearses late-night emergency escape during military drill
As part of annual Han Kuang exercise, the island’s leader is evacuated in a drill simulating a potential PLA decapitation strike
· Liu Zhen
President Xi never wastes a good crisis. As Iran, Ukraine and Palestine distract the world, he tightens his grip | Simon Tisdall
Ever the strategist, the Chinese leader is taking the offensive, both abroad and at home. That’s bad news for global order, and minorities in his country
· Simontisdall