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MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) on Tuesday evacuated two injured Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) personnel from Ayungin Shoal despite what it said were blocking maneuvers by China Coast Guard (CCG) vessels, as the military accused the Chinese Embassy of releasing an edited video that dis…
Akashi, Hyogo Pref. – Victims of a stampede that occurred at a fireworks event in the city of Akashi, Hyogo Prefecture, were remembered Tuesday, the 25th anniversary of the tragedy.
The National Assembly's Culture, Sports and Tourism Committee will convene a hearing concerning the Korea Football Association on July 30, summoning key individuals who oversaw the association in the run-up to the 2026 World Cup.
En esta imagen proporcionada por el Estado Mayor Conjunto de Japón, un destructor chino de misiles guiados de clase Luyang III navega cerca de la isla de Kumejima, en el sur de Japón, el 16 de julio de 2026. (Japan Joint Staff via AP)
New Delhi – Two brothers in India have made their manga debut in Japan after being discovered by a major Japanese publisher searching for international talent.
New Delhi – Two brothers in India have made their manga debut in Japan after being discovered by a major Japanese publisher searching for international talent.
When Chinese scholars recently argued that Batanes was a natural extension of Taiwan — and therefore part of China's territorial claim — they demonstrated
The country’s push to stabilise markets reflects urgency to sustain capital access for tech firms and protect small investors
The country’s push to stabilise markets reflects urgency to sustain capital access for tech firms and protect small investors
China Coast Guard personnel, left, chase Philippine Navy members at the Second Thomas Shoal in the South China Sea on July 20, in this screenshot from a video. (Armed Forces of the Philippines via AP)
China Coast Guard personnel, left, chase Philippine Navy members at the Second Thomas Shoal in the South China Sea on July 20, in this screenshot from a video. (Armed Forces of the Philippines via AP)
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South Korea guarantees menstrual leave, but many women say stigma and workplace culture still discourage them from using it
SEOUL, July 21 (Yonhap) -- The top military officers of South Korea and Australia held talks over the phone Tuesday to discuss the security environment of the Indo-Pacific region and agreed to expand military cooperation, the South's Joint Chiefs of Staff (JCS) said.
Tight mandates remain in place to protect domestic energy security amid a resurgence of war in the Middle East
Tight mandates remain in place to protect domestic energy security amid a resurgence of war in the Middle East
Beyond GPU supremacy, America’s greatest asset lies in its leverage over its allies’ critical technologies and capacities
Beyond GPU supremacy, America’s greatest asset lies in its leverage over its allies’ critical technologies and capacities
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The southern metropolis has imposed a no-fly zone and banned certain items from the subway, including alcohol and perfume
The southern metropolis has imposed a no-fly zone and banned certain items from the subway, including alcohol and perfume
Major financial outlets blast offshore shell structures after case involving the Hong Kong entity of a mainland social media platform
Major financial outlets blast offshore shell structures after case involving the Hong Kong entity of a mainland social media platform
A bill was proposed Tuesday to establish a legal basis for South Korea's diplomatic missions to shore up Korean companies' overseas operations.
South Korea national team midfielder Hwang In-beom has completed a move to Portuguese Primeira Liga powerhouse FC Porto.
MANILA, Philippines — The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) on Tuesday rejected what it described as "false and misleading claims" by the China Coast Guard (CCG) over the July 20, 2026 incident near BRP Sierra Madre in Ayungin Shoal, insisting that Chinese personnel unlawfully entered an area where the Philippin…
Beijing summons the Philippine ambassador to complain about what it describes as a ‘malicious’ attack on its coastguards
Beijing summons the Philippine ambassador to complain about what it describes as a ‘malicious’ attack on its coastguards
One Nation’s Malcolm Roberts claimed images of deaths in Italy and China early in the pandemic were fake in the latest shock claim from Pauline Hanson’s eccentric ally as Angus Taylor kills talk of a merger with One Nation in South Australia.
The conflict came hours before the two countries’ top diplomats are set to discuss the disputed area at the Asean regional summit on Wednesday.
BYD hits 100,000 EVs in South American country, but calls grow in Europe for higher tariffs on Chinese products to shield local industry
BYD hits 100,000 EVs in South American country, but calls grow in Europe for higher tariffs on Chinese products to shield local industry
SEOUL, July 21 (Yonhap) -- South Korea's finance and agriculture ministries said Tuesday they will share drone footage, artificial intelligence (AI) analysis technologies and survey data to carry out nationwide surveys of farmland and state-owned property.
Competition is intensifying among global alternatives managers seeking a share of Japan's growing private asset market. (Screenshot from New York Life Invest Management's website)
Competition is intensifying among global alternatives managers seeking a share of Japan's growing private asset market. (Screenshot from New York Life Invest Management's website)
BlackRock, the world's largest asset manager, has increased its stakes in Korea Aerospace Industries and battery materials maker EcoPro to more than 5 percent, becoming a major shareholder in both companies.
Since 2017, I have covered South Korea’s political and economic landscape as a reporter, with a focus on foreign affairs, inter-Korean relations and security.As a foreign affairs reporter, I closely follow developments from the Ministry of Unification, the Foreign Ministry and the Defense Ministry, tracking shifts i…
Korean game firms look abroad as domestic gaming hits decade low
In this photo provided by Japan Joint Staff, a Chinese Luyang III-class guided-missile destroyer sails off Kumejima island, southern Japan, on July 16, 2026. (Japan Joint Staff via AP)
Authorities see Japan's revised corporate governance code as a cornerstone of Japan's growth strategy and want listed companies to raise their corporate value. (Photo by Shintaro Ino)
Authorities see Japan's revised corporate governance code as a cornerstone of Japan's growth strategy and want listed companies to raise their corporate value. (Photo by Shintaro Ino)
Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul performs during a lunch hosted by Premier Li Qiang at the end of his first official visit to China.
A team of scientists has identified the “seed” of a protein believed to trigger Alzheimer’s disease, a discovery boosting hope for the development of a new therapy for the neurodegenerative condition.
From Bali’s bid to become a financial hub to Japan’s bind over US’ ICC campaign, here are a few highlights from SCMP’s recent Asia reporting
From Bali’s bid to become a financial hub to Japan’s bind over US’ ICC campaign, here are a few highlights from SCMP’s recent Asia reporting
SEOUL, July 21 (Yonhap) -- Foreign Minister Cho Hyun was set to depart for the Philippines on Tuesday to attend a series of meetings involving the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and other partner nations, including the United States and China, his office said.
MANILA, Philippines — Gilas Pilipinas big man Mike Phillips signed with the Kyoto Hannaryz to continue his professional career in Japan's B. League.
SEOUL, July 21 (Yonhap) -- South Korea's proposed cooperation with the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) is aimed at enhancing their own respective contributions to global peace and stability, Seoul's foreign ministry said Tuesday, in its first response to recent concerns by Russia over what it described as …
Since 2017, I have covered South Korea’s political and economic landscape as a reporter, with a focus on foreign affairs, inter-Korean relations and security.As a foreign affairs reporter, I closely follow developments from the Ministry of Unification, the Foreign Ministry and the Defense Ministry, tracking shifts i…
SEOUL, July 21 (Yonhap) -- Police said Tuesday they have apprehended about 10 people suspected of either taking the Test of Proficiency in Korean (TOPIK) on behalf of others for money or using advanced equipment, such as tiny earpieces, to relay answers to test-takers.
