Indonesian central banker’s exit signals dilemma over rate policy, growth target
Concerns over the independence of central banks in Indonesia and beyond have grown after Perry Warjiyo’s resignation
· Biman Mukherji
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Newest first · UTC+11:00China woos Slovakia with AI, robotics pitch as EU trade friction mounts
The country has maintained relatively warm ties with Beijing even as the bloc has toughened its stance on trade
· Carol Yang
China woos Slovakia with AI, robotics pitch as EU trade friction mounts
The country has maintained relatively warm ties with Beijing even as the bloc has toughened its stance on trade
· Carol Yang
Audi, Volkswagen seek business restructuring
BERLIN — Volkswagen’s premium brand Audi must work with the group toward a comprehensive restructuring, the subsidiary’s finance chief said on Monday, after reporting a weak second quarter hit by falling sales in China and the United States.
· Reuters
Magnitude 7.1 earthquake shakes southern Japan, tsunami warning issued
A magnitude 7.1 earthquake has struck Japan’s southern Kumamoto prefecture, knocking out power to thousands of homes, stopping rail services and triggering tsunami warnings and aftershocks.
· Al Jazeera Staff
What’s behind China’s recent spike in Covid-19 cases? And is it anything to worry about?
Disease now spreading more quickly than flu, as experts say conditions for spreading the virus in summer and winter are ‘converging’
· William Zheng
What’s behind China’s spike in Covid-19 cases? And is it cause for concern?
Disease now spreading more quickly than flu, as experts say conditions for spreading the virus in summer and winter are ‘converging’
· William Zheng
Powerful Quake Rocks Southern Japan
A powerful 6.8-magnitude earthquake rocked southern Japan on Tuesday afternoon, injuring dozens, sparking fires, and damaging buildings.
· Tyler Durden
White phosphorus leak reported inside US airbase in South Korea, safety ministry says
A "leak" of white phosphorus occurred inside the Osan Air Base in South Korea on Tuesday, and an evacuation advisory has been issued for nearby residents, South Korea's safety ministry said.
· REUTERS
China’s home-grown DUV progress not the biggest threat to ASML, analysts say
Dutch leader’s dominance in chipmaking gear not at risk amid China’s lithography push – unless the US steps in
· Howard Liu
China’s home-grown DUV progress not the biggest threat to ASML, analysts say
Dutch leader’s dominance in chipmaking gear not at risk amid China’s lithography push – unless the US steps in
· Howard Liu
People trapped inside Japan shopping centre after earthquake
An aerial view showing the damaged Aeon Mall shopping centre in Japan's Kashima Town
· Bbcnews
China rejects 'overcapacity' claims in sweeping rebuttal against US, EU
Cars are lined up for export at Shanghai's port on July 14. (China Daily via Reuters)
· WATARU SUZUKI
China pushes back against Western overcapacity claims in new document
Beijing says it ‘never deliberately pursued a trade surplus’ and that its strong exports are driven by innovation, not subsidies or overcapacity
· Xinyi Wu
China pushes back against Western overcapacity claims in new document
Beijing says it ‘never deliberately pursued a trade surplus’ and that its strong exports are driven by innovation, not subsidies or overcapacity
· Xinyi Wu
China teenager wins praise for developing app to remind grandpa to take daily medication
With plans to relocate to another city for university in September, Ma worries about his grandfather managing alone, especially as he lives independently
· Alice Yan
China teenager wins praise for developing app to remind grandpa to take daily medication
With plans to relocate to another city for university in September, Ma worries about his grandfather managing alone, especially as he lives independently
· Alice Yan
Top Los Angeles diabetes doctor Shen Yang joins China’s Westlake University
Recognised as a ‘top endocrinologist’ in southern California, Shen will be first US-licensed clinical doctor at the Chinese medical school
· Shi Huang
Top Los Angeles diabetes doctor Shen Yang joins China’s Westlake University
Recognised as a ‘top endocrinologist’ in southern California, Shen will be first US-licensed clinical doctor at the Chinese medical school
· Shi Huang
S. Korea's 1st investment project in US said to be power plant
South Korea's first project for investment in the United States under a bilateral trade deal is likely to be a power plant, government sources said Tuesday.
· Yonhap
China’s reported chip breakthrough comes with some big caveats
ASML's stock fell Tuesday after a report that China is mass-producing a critical tool that the Dutch tech giant has long held a monopoly over.
· Arjun Kharpal
Alert issued after suspected white phosphorus leak at U.S. base
PYEONGTAEK, South Korea, July 28 (Yonhap) -- An emergency alert was issued in the regional city of Pyeongtaek on Tuesday hosting the U.S. Forces Korea (USFK) after police received a report of a suspected white phosphorus leak at the U.S. military base, city officials said.
· Kim Seung-yeon
S. Korea's 1st investment project in U.S. said to be power plant
SEOUL, July 28 (Yonhap) -- South Korea's first project for investment in the United States under a bilateral trade deal is likely to be a power plant, government sources said Tuesday.
· Park Sang-soo
White phosphorus leaks at US air base in Pyeongtaek
Staff reporter at The Korea Herald’s National Desk, based in Seoul. Covers South Korea’s national security and foreign policy, with a focus on the Defense, Foreign and Unification Ministries, as well as the National Assembly.Before entering journalism, served as an Air Force officer. Experience includes providing tr…
· Hwang Joo-young
Philippines seeks coders, hackers for military – will it be ‘a career killer’?
Manila has to offer tech professionals competitive salaries and a good career path without the administrative burden, analysts warn
· Jeoffrey Maitem
Britain promised to protect Hongkongers from China. Why does it now seem ready to sacrifice us? | Nathan Law
Activists under threat from Beijing are facing strange difficulties with UK immigration. Our safety must not be traded for warmer relations with China
· Nathan Law
(LEAD) Tremor of Japan earthquake felt in parts of S. Korea: authorities
(ATTN: UPDATES with latest details throughout; CHANGES photo)
· Kim Seung-yeon
China’s state banks set to profit from early CXMT equity bets amid national tech drive
CCB holds the largest CXMT stake among the five banks at 1.714 per cent while BoC owns the smallest position at 0.38 per cent
· Emma Ma
China’s state banks set to profit from early CXMT equity bets amid national tech drive
CCB holds the largest CXMT stake among the five banks at 1.714 per cent while BoC owns the smallest position at 0.38 per cent
· Emma Ma
Tsunami warning after powerful earthquake hits southern Japan | The National
An earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 7.1 struck Japan's southern Kumamoto prefecture on Tuesday, knocking out power to thousands of homes, stopping rail services and triggering warnings of tsunamis and aftershocks.
· The National
DP leadership candidate calls for merger with Rebuilding Korea Party, again
The ruling Democratic Party of Korea's leadership candidate, Rep. Jung Chung-rae, called Tuesday for a merger he said would be essential to strengthening the liberal bloc before the next major elections.
· Cha Min-jung
Japan registers magnitude 7.1 earthquake, government issues tsunami warning
An earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 7.1 struck Japan's Kumamoto prefecture on Tuesday, the Japan Meteorological Agency said.
· REUTERS
How a Chinese model stopped a cyberattack when US guard rails failed
Closed models aren’t inherently safer. As AI capabilities outpace governance, nations must cooperate to manage growing risks
· Wei Wei
How a Chinese model stopped a cyberattack when US guard rails failed
Closed models aren’t inherently safer. As AI capabilities outpace governance, nations must cooperate to manage growing risks
· Wei Wei
Chinese scientist under investigation after 6-year-old girl dies ‘following gene therapy’ | South China Morning Post
Qiu Zilong, a renowned neuroscientist, is being investigated by Shanghai Jiao Tong University after a report alleged a girl died after he administered experimental treatment.
Magnitude-7.1 quake hits Japan, sparks tsunami warnings
Tue 28 Jul 2026 at 6:07pm
7.1 magnitude quake rocks Japan's Kumamoto prefecture
Japan Meteorological Agency website
· Staff Writer
A six-point plan to make the US-Japan alliance battle-ready
Valiant Shield is a large-scale military exercise led by the U.S. in the Western Pacific that includes allies including Japan. (Screenshot from U.S. Navy's Facebook page)
· David Santoro
Top military officers of S. Korea, India discuss expanding military exchanges by phone
SEOUL, July 28 (Yonhap) -- Joint Chiefs of Staff (JCS) Chairman Gen. Jin Yong-sung on Tuesday held a phone call with his new Indian counterpart and discussed ways to expand bilateral military exchanges, officials said.
· Kim Hyun-soo
7.1-Magnitude Earthquake in Japan Triggers Tsunami Warning
A 7.1-magnitude earthquake struck Japan’s southwest on Tuesday afternoon, triggering a tsunami warning from the U.S. National Weather Service.
· Francesca Regalado
China’s rare earth reserves could be much larger than reported: leading geologist
But potential resources at massive Bayan Obo mine in Inner Mongolia do not automatically translate into economically recoverable reserves
· Chao Kong
China’s rare earth reserves could be much larger than reported: leading geologist
But potential resources at massive Bayan Obo mine in Inner Mongolia do not automatically translate into economically recoverable reserves
· Chao Kong
Hong Kong’s Asean charm offensive bags US$1.5 billion Malaysian bond listing
Dual listing on Bursa Malaysia and HKEX comes as Hong Kong officials further expand financial ties beyond mainland China
· Judy Xue
Hong Kong’s Asean charm offensive bags US$1.5 billion Malaysian bond listing
Dual listing on Bursa Malaysia and HKEX comes as Hong Kong officials further expand financial ties beyond mainland China
· Judy Xue
Magnitude 7.1 earthquake hits Japan’s Kyushu region, JMA says
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· Mia Gonzalez
South Korea's KOSPI plunges 11% on China chip competition fears
Stock indexes were down across major Asian markets on July 28, following declines on Wall Street and fears over stiffer Chinese competition. (Photo by Ahn Seong-bok)
· Staff Writer
Tremor of Japan earthquake felt in parts of S. Korea: authorities
SEOUL, July 28 (Yonhap) -- The tremor of a magnitude 7.1 earthquake that struck Japan on Tuesday was reported in parts of South Korea, authorities said.
· Lee Haye-ah
Strong quake hits southern Japan, tsunami alert issued
A tsunami warning for a wave measuring 1 metre has been issued
· Agencies
Strong quake hits southern Japan, tsunami alert issued
A tsunami warning for a wave measuring 1 metre has been issued
· Agencies
Gilas players Ramos, Edu to miss Asian Games
Gilas Pilipinas veteran Dwight Ramos and big man AJ Edu are set to miss the Asian Games slated this September in Nagoya, Japan.
· Richard Dy