China’s Tencent says AI agents showed unintended browsing behaviour
It appears to be the first known incident of rogue agent actions acknowledged by a major Chinese company.
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Taiwan to curb AI chip exports to China as part of US trade deal
After the measures take effect, shipping restricted AI hardware to China will become a criminal offence.
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Hong Kong teen pleads guilty to acid attack on Singaporean tourist
Sentencing has been adjourned to Oct 29.
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Security stepped up in India's capital for 'cockroach' movement rally
NEW DELHI, Oct 16 - Security was stepped up and police warned of traffic disruptions in the Indian capital Delhi on…
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Indian police detain ‘cockroach’ founder, student leaders ahead of Delhi rally
The youth-led Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) has called for a rally in New Delhi's central business district.
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US Fed’s Kevin Warsh surprised by world economy’s ‘resilience’
He refrains from sharing his view of what may transpire at Fed's gathering in October.
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China targets practical action from global governance forum next week
BEIJING, Oct 16 - China is aiming to spur more effective and accessible global governance solutions at a forum next…
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South Korea’s oldest hippo, Hasun, dies at 46
Hippos typically live for 40 to 50 years, and Hasun is believed to have died of old age.
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US holds more secret talks with Myanmar's military-backed rulers in Tokyo, sources say
WASHINGTON/TOKYO, Oct 16 - The US and Myanmar's military-backed government held talks in Tokyo last week, people…
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It was not immediately clear exactly what the two sides discussed at last week’s talks.
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Protests spread in Indonesia as anger mounts over forest fires and haze
Indonesians want stronger firefighting efforts and firmer action against firms behind illegal burning.
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Four killed fighting wildfires in Indonesian national park
They were overwhelmed while battling flames on Oct 15 in the Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park.
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South Korea reviews expanding military mission in Middle East, report says
The government was also considering sending a frigate to the region to reinforce operations.
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Japan govt green-lights Bill to allow police to remotely access crime ring phones
The proposed revision is aimed at countering groups that use encrypted apps to direct robberies and scams.
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‘Mixed feelings’: AI cracks centuries-old ciphers
AI is surpassing human abilities in pursuits from mathematics to computer programming.
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Philippines hits back at Chinese envoy over 'thinly veiled threat' of force
MANILA, Oct 16 - The Philippines has chided China's ambassador for what it interpreted as a \"thinly veiled threat\" of…
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Modi’s predicament: Gen Z pours out on India’s streets as dissent surges
Analysts say the youth protests and growing opposition support form the worst crisis for Modi since he came to power in…
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Taiwan blocks Coinbase, Kalshi over suspected election bets
Taiwan is among the jurisdictions that criminalise election wagering.
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Fiji to deploy solar-powered Australian military drones at sea
The drones earmarked for Fiji will be deployed in 2027, officials said.
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Haze in Malaysia: Air quality in Johor’s Pasir Gudang hits ‘very unhealthy’ levels
It is the only area in the very unhealthy range.
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China says can ‘easily win’ confrontation with Philippines
In response, Manila said the comments could be read as a “thinly veiled threat”.
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Haze or not, it’s work as usual for some in Malaysia
Many do not have the luxury of taking more breaks to get away from the polluted air.
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China says Israel should stop its ‘forced establishment’ of West Bank settlements
China has long been a supporter of the Palestinian cause.
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Seoul dismisses Pyongyang’s scepticism over hypersonic weapon test
Hypersonic missiles travel at more than five times the speed of sound and can manoeuvre mid-flight.
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Taiwan tells its people to shun Chinese anniversary events for revolutionary hero
China announced that it would hold commemorations on Nov 12 for the 160th birthday of Sun Yat-sen.
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North Korea says opening ceremony was held for new bridge to China
SEOUL, Oct 16 - North Korea's state media KCNA said on Friday that an opening ceremony was held for the Amnok River…
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Uprooted by war, displaced Cambodians build new life in Waiting Village
Some 13,000 housed there lost livelihoods and are taking courses and opening small businesses to survive.
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KABUL, Oct 15 - The United Nations mission in Afghanistan said on Thursday that Taliban morality police arbitrarily…
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Malaysia has no plans to take legal action or issue diplomatic note over haze, says foreign minister
He said discussions between leaders and regional channels are the preferred approach.
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Indonesia ready to accept foreign firefighting assistance on haze, says foreign minister
The decision follows days of mixed signals from officials over offers of aid from Malaysia and Singapore.
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Robots first, soldiers follow: A glimpse of South Korean battlefield tactics in 2040
The approach is intended to reduce soldiers’ exposure to danger and improve combat efficiency and survivability.
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US-S. Korea intelligence rift adds to bilateral strains. How will it affect security cooperation between the allies?
Analysts say Seoul’s security posture is unlikely to be significantly affected by the quarrel, but restoring trust will…
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Nine crocodiles caught in two days in Sarawak
The catch included two male crocodiles measuring over 5m long.
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Malaysia’s haze frustration boils over school closures as calls grow to hold polluters to account
Unpredictable school closures disrupt families as Malaysians demand action for recurring haze.
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Nepal’s Aug 26 floods: Authorities begin process to declare 58 missing people dead
Families must provide a self-declaration and documents establishing their relationship with the missing person.
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South Korean army officer suspended for leaving post 64 times in 10 months to ‘feed his lizard’
He was also disciplined for verbal abuse and delayed approval of soldiers’ leave applications.
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