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MANILA, Philippines — The National Task Force for the West Philippine Sea (NTF-WPS) on Friday said Philippine vessels would remain on station and continue their mission near Panatag (Scarborough) Shoal despite what it described as China’s actions against government ships earlier in the day.
The Tokyo bureau of the Japan Immigration Services Agency: The government said on July 24 that it will increase staffing by more than 200 people to tighten immigration enforcement. (Photo by Rie Ishii)
Topic:Defence and National Security
Labor’s membership wants the government to remove a legal barrier to voluntary assisted dying that stops doctors talking to patients over telehealth, but Attorney-General Michelle Rowland said she retained concerns about loosening any guardrails in case they enable elder abuse.
Philippine Foreign Secretary Maria Theresa Lazaro -- the current ASEAN chair and host of the bloc's foreign ministers meetings this week in Manila -- poses with some of her European counterparts after a session on July 24. © Reuters
SEOUL, July 24 (Yonhap) -- Investigators have widened the scope of their probe into allegations involving the Shincheonji Church of Jesus after detecting evidence that suggested its followers may have also been forced to join the ruling Democratic Party (DP), in addition to the main opposition People Power Party (PP…
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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 24 (Yonhap) -- Rep. Kwon Young-jin of the main opposition People Power Party (PPP) apologized Friday after he reportedly grabbed the party's floor leader by the collar during a heated protest over the assignment of parliamentary committee chairs.
From left: Federal Chancellor Friedrich Merz arrives with Philipp Amthor, Nina Warken and Carsten Linnemann and for statement about planned personnel changes in his government at the chancellery in Berlin, Germany, Friday, July 24, 2026. (AP Photo/Markus Schreiber)
MANILA, Philippines — A "wish" list has been prepared by several individuals and groups for President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s fifth State of the Nation Address (SONA) anchored on the need to address corruption in government and improve social services.
SEOUL, July 24 (Yonhap) -- Prime Minister Han Seong-sook said Friday that the government will do whatever it can to turn the Saemangeum reclaimed land in southwestern South Korea into a hub for artificial intelligence (AI), robotics, hydrogen and other high-tech industries.
United Nations Human Rights chief Volker Turk, an outspoken critic of Russia's war in Ukraine and Israel's conduct in Gaza, faces opposition from both countries to a second four-year term ahead of a potentially contentious vote on Friday, diplomats told Reuters.
The Minnesota man who pleaded guilty to assassinating a top Democratic lawmaker and attempting to murder another was sentenced to life in federal prison on Thursday, 13 months after he disguised himself as a police officer and attacked the legislators at their homes.
Students in a growing protest movement that has emerged from the satirical Cockroach Janta Party are talking about making one more demand, calling for the resignation of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. (Photos by Reuters)
Wherever AI is discussed today, whether in boardrooms, universities or government, the conversation eventually converges on the same question: if AI continues to improve at its current pace, what will remain for people to do?
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 …
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Mohammed Shahabuddin was pressured to step aside because of his long-standing ties to the former prime minister, sources say
Mohammed Shahabuddin was pressured to step aside because of his long-standing ties to the former prime minister, sources say
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The final day of Labor’s carefully stage-managed national conference threatens to be dominated by a heated debate on Israel and Palestine, as former cabinet minister Ed Husic pushes a resolution referencing claims of genocide and apartheid against Israel.
A US appeals court on Thursday rejected an effort by US President Donald Trump's administration to allow immigration authorities to re-detain a Georgetown University scholar who had advocated for Palestinian rights and opposed the Israel-Hamas War.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s Likud has polled at its lowest since June 2025, reaching just 20 seats, according to a Maariv poll published Friday.
Iran has reportedly rejected a ceasefire proposal delivered by Iraqi Prime Minister Ali Al Zaidi during his first visit to Tehran. This comes as US President Donald Trump considers conducting a “massive attack” against Iran.
It has been nearly five months since the US-Israeli military operation on Iranian territory and the resultant oil shock has followed a familiar script: a war or political rupture takes a few million barrels per day off the market, prices climb, and producers and consumers seek to close the gap.
It has been nearly five months since the US-Israeli military operation on Iranian territory. The resultant oil shock has followed a familiar script: a war or political rupture takes a few million barrels per day off the market, prices climb, and producers and consumers seek to close the gap.
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., second from right, meets with Chinese Ambassador Jing Quan, second from left, at the Malacanang Presidential Palace in Manila on July 21. © Getty Images
As street crime drops, Sadiq Khan blames online bot farms and political influencers for stoking unwarranted fear
As street crime drops, Sadiq Khan blames online bot farms and political influencers for stoking unwarranted fear
Senior doctors at a prestigious Sydney hospital will launch fresh action against management next week as they demand a government inquiry into what they call widespread failures within the NSW Health system.
Ukraine replaced its top military and political defence personnel in the past week even as its armed forces arguably achieved their best performance in three years.
Malaysia's ambassador to the United States was summoned by the US State Department to explain Kuala Lumpur's position on Israel, state media reported, citing the country's foreign minister.
MANILA, Philippines — A nationalist group on Friday urged Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi to bring back to Beijing the Filipino people's demand for a public apology over what it described as a racist artificial intelligence-generated video, while also calling on China to end its aggressive actions in the West Phili…
The ambassador told the State Department that Malaysia’s policy of not recognising Israel was not new, the foreign minister said
The ambassador told the State Department that Malaysia’s policy of not recognising Israel was not new, the foreign minister said
The beaches in Nigeria’s megacity of Lagos are rare public spaces to escape the crowds and heat, but many residents say they are being priced out as the local government opens up more coastal land to developers. Fees for entry and items like seating and drinks are soaring. That’s a new stress for those living in the…
MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. said, for his upcoming State of the Nation Address (SONA), the content will comprise a report on the government's efforts to tackle the challenges of the past year.
Digital billboards from environmental groups, targeting Labor MPs attending national conference, cancelled with airport stating they are ‘too political’
Prediction market start-up lets people wager on the outcome of events such as sport and elections and has gained popularity since 2024
Prediction market start-up lets people wager on the outcome of events such as sport and elections and has gained popularity since 2024
Topic:Doctors and Medical Professionals
Western Australia’s gender identity laws are being called into question after the Cook government mounted a legal bid to stop an inmate who has transitioned to female while incarcerated in a men’s prison from transferring to a women’s jail.
From a new Chinese AI model to a Singapore minister’s resignation, here are highlights from SCMP’s recent reporting
From a new Chinese AI model to a Singapore minister’s resignation, here are highlights from SCMP’s recent reporting
The world is rushing to adopt artificial intelligence and, as it does, a fear is growing. As services become more automated, there is a worry they will become less human. This is especially true when it comes to government, which can risk leaving citizens and residents in a maze of chatbots and automated choices. Th…
Canada will do whatever it takes to defend itself in a trade war with the United States, including possible retaliatory measures, Prime Minister Mark Carney told a meeting of provincial premiers on Thursday after the US announced new tariffs.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi cautioned that using a foreign country's state assets to pay for future claims could stir up chaos.
An AirBorneo jet flying from the Malaysian city of Kuching arrives at Kuala Lumpur International Airport on July 20. (Photo by Norman Goh)
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