Asia
US warns North Korea becoming better prepared for war, fighting against Ukraine
The U.S. warns North Korea gains military capacity from fighting with Russia, amidst escalating tensions and sanctions.
Indonesia joins BRICS bloc as full member
Indonesia officially joins BRICS, enhancing collaboration with emerging economies.
UPDATED: Powerful fatal earthquake in Tibet; Tremors also felt in Nepal, Bhutan and Northern India
A magnitude 6.8 earthquake rocked the northern foothills of the Himalayas near one of Tibet's holiest cities on Tuesday, Chinese authorities said,…
Hanoi declared world’s most polluted city
Vietnam's capital Hanoi has been covered in thick smog over recent weeks, putting it at the top of a list of the…
UPDATED: South Korean presidential guards prevent arrest of impeached Yoon after tense stand-off
South Korean authorities confront presidential security during Yoon's arrest.
Taiwan reports first Chinese ‘combat patrol’ of the New Year
Chinese military conducts combat patrols amid Taiwan's call for dialogue.
Xi says no one can stop China’s ‘reunification’ with Taiwan
Chinese President Xi Jinping said on Tuesday that no one can stop the "historic trend" of China's "reunification" with Taiwan. Both sides…
Share Covid data, World Health Organization tells China
WHO urges China to share Covid origins data for transparency.
South Korea court issues arrest warrant for President Yoon
South Korean court issues arrest warrant for impeached President Yoon.
Earthquake of magnitude 5.6 strikes Luzon, Philippines
Earthquake of magnitude 5.6 strikes Luzon, Philippines
Indonesia and Thailand mark 20 years since devastating Boxing Day tsunami
Indonesia and Thailand commemorate 20 years since devastating tsunami.
UPDATED: JAL’s systems back to normal after cyberattack delayed flights
Japan Airlines (JAL) said on Thursday its systems returned to normal, with same-day ticket sales resuming, after a cyberattack delayed some domestic…