From tech visas to ‘gold card’, scholarships: Fast track to working in Japan, South Korea and Taiwan
These East Asian economies are looking for tech talent overseas to plug labour shortages back home
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Prayers, parties and the changing face of Kuala Lumpur’s Bukit Bintang
The mosque plans have spurred debate over what kind of place Bukit Bintang is becoming.
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Mozambique-flagged LPG tanker attacked in Iranian waters, Indian embassy says
July 24 - A Mozambique-flagged LPG tanker carrying 28 Indian crew members was attacked in Iranian territorial waters on…
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India’s Gen Z protesters adapt to internet curbs
Thousands of young people have been protesting, demanding changes to the education system.
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Trump warns China, Russia against involvement in Iran war
WASHINGTON, July 24 - U.S. President Donald Trump said on Friday that he does not believe China or Russia are…
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Pakistan, Iran explore path towards new talks with US in a China-initiated push, sources say
ISLAMABAD, July 23 - Pakistan is exploring a path towards a resumption of stalled U.S.-Iran talks over ending their…
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China’s top police chief and FBI director pledge closer law enforcement cooperation
China’s Minister of Public Security Wang Xiaohong conferred with FBI Director Kash Patel in Beijing.
Read at source →Suicide bombing in Pakistan kills 15, including 12 soldiers, army says
DERA ISMAIL KHAN, Pakistan, July 24 - Islamist militants rammed an explosive-laden vehicle into a Pakistani security…
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Thailand to scrap $38.3 billion land bridge project after study
The pitch for the land bridge project replaced a decades-old Thai proposal to dredge a canal through the Kra Isthmus.
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Bangladesh President Shahabuddin, 76, resigns citing health concerns
He has held the largely ceremonial post of president since April 2023.
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What one county’s fake rice figures reveal about China’s food security push
Food security, long a top strategic priority for China, has recently taken on greater importance.
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In China, AI is ‘everything, everywhere’. Is there a dark side?
From running marathons to being personalised chefs, robots are redefining life in the future.
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Japan zoo gets thousands of birthday cards for Punch the monkey as he turns one on July 26
The young macaque shot to stardom after he was seen clinging to a plush orangutan toy for comfort.
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'Lapdog media': Indian reporters caught in youth protest anger
NEW DELHI, July 24 - When Indian television reporter Dev Kotak went to cover a massive youth protest against Prime…
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South Korea welcomes 10 million visitors in first half of 2026, surpassing pre-pandemic levels
The tourism boom is also reshaping where visitors are going.
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Top German court says Afghan resettlement pledges cannot be revoked en masse
BERLIN, July 24 - Germany's top court ruled on Friday that the government could not simply cancel an entire swathe of…
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In India, Iran war forces Diet Coke to roll out a bigger can, heftier price tag
The company has been forced to procure pricier, larger-sized cans from South-east Asia.
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South Korean tycoon ordered to pay $1.2b in divorce
The court ruled that his former wife is entitled to one-third of their marital assets.
Read at source →South Korean tycoon ordered to pay $831m in divorce
The court ruled that his former wife is entitled to one-third of their marital assets.
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Japan to test rare earth mining 6km underwater in February 2027
A mission had successfully recovered rare earth samples from 6km below the waves.
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3 arrested in Johor for stealing electricity to mine cryptocurrency
The suspects reportedly mined cryptocurrency worth between $25,200 and $31,500 during the month-long operations.
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South Korea to install hidden camera detectors in public restrooms
The measure comes as covert filming continues to be reported in public restrooms.
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Vietnam proposes banning under-16s from posting on social media
HANOI, July 24 - Vietnam is planning to force social media platforms to ban users under 16 from posting content,…
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Patient death in China gene-editing trial draws fire: Journal
The procedure uses a technology known as base editing to precisely alter a single DNA letter.
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Indian activist ends fast; youth leaders to talk with govt but press on with nationwide protests
The activist said he broke his fast at the urging of scores of members of Parliament.
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South Korea to change e-mail addresses of diplomats after cyberattack
The cyberattack leaked personal data of up to 10,000 Korea National Diplomatic Academy users.
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Bangkok bus stranded across railway tracks after sudden traffic stop, driver disciplined
All drivers are required to assess traffic conditions carefully before entering railway crossings.
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Trump vows to punish Iran and Houthis for attacks in Red Sea
DUBAI, July 24 - U.S. President Donald Trump promised \"major military punishment\" for Iran and its Houthi allies…
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China braces for heavy rain as tropical storm Noul edges closer
HONG KONG, July 24 - China on Friday warned of heavy rain and severe flood risks as the third tropical cyclone this…
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China braces itself for heavy rain as tropical storm Noul edges closer
The weather authorities expect the storm to make landfall overnight between July 25 and July 26.
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Indian government seeks time on minister resignation demand
NEW DELHI, July 24 - Leaders of India's youth-led \"cockroach\" movement said on Friday that the government has asked…
Read at source →Indian govt seeks time to respond to calls for minister to quit, say ‘cockroach’ movement protesters
Talks held were the first substantive meeting between the two sides after an initial one on July 20.
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China Coast Guard reports third clash with Philippines this week
On July 23, Manila said a China Coast Guard vessel fired a water cannon at a Filipino vessel.
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Record 1,319 public school teachers in Japan cite mental health as reason for quitting
The increase reflects the growing burden on teachers as the number of students with special needs rises.
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Japan’s leader invokes her hero, Shinzo Abe, to drive nationalist agenda
Despite her slain mentor's complicated legacy, Takaichi has emerged as one of his chief defenders.
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China urges deeper security cooperation with Belarus, Uzbekistan
BEIJING, July 24 - Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi emphasised security cooperation in separate meetings with his…
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