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CAMBODIA-THAILAND BORDER ROW

The Nation

Thailand seeks Cambodian explanation after cross-border gunfire

The Phnom Penh Post

Cambodia again requests Thailand to convene joint border committee meeting

The Nation

Thai military urge international community to verify evidence before accepting Cambodia’s claims

The Phnom Penh Post

Plea for peace as thousands of Cambodians remain displaced by border violence

The Phnom Penh Post

Ceasefire holds, but half a million Cambodians remain displaced four days on

The Phnom Penh Post

Evacuees in Cambodia’s Oddar Meanchey turn to farming as numbers drop at safety centres

The Nation

Thai Public Health Ministry to resume full services at border district hospitals

The Straits Times

China steps out of diplomatic shadows to take credit for efforts on Cambodia-Thailand ceasefire

The Straits Times

Cambodia, Thailand have agreed terms on new ceasefire. Will it hold?

The Straits Times

Thais, Cambodians fear returning home despite border truce

The Nation

Thai cabinet approves over 5 billion baht to bolster armed forces

The Star

Cambodia asks Thailand to move border talks to Malaysia

The Straits Times

Cambodia and Thailand to hold ceasefire talks on Dec 24

The Nation

Malaysian PM Anwar urges Thai, Cambodian foreign ministers to use meeting to resolve border clashes

The Nation

Thailand, Cambodia agree to ASEAN observer team as part of de-escalation efforts

The Nation

China sends special envoy to Thailand and Cambodia again to mediate border clash

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PAKISTAN-INDIA CONFLICT

The Statesman

Amid Indus Waters Treaty suspension, Indian minister reviews power projects across Chenab basin

The Statesman

Indian EAM Jaishankar meets Pakistan Assembly Speaker Ayaz Sadiq in Dhaka

The Statesman

Pakistan confirms Indian missiles struck Nur Khan Air Base in May during Operation Sindoor

Dawn

FO says Pakistan has sought clarification from India over ‘abrupt variation’ in Chenab water flows

Dawn

Pakistan extends airspace ban for Indian aircraft till Jan 23

The Straits Times

India charges Pakistan-based militant groups, six men over Kashmir tourist attack

Dawn

FO rejects Indian foreign minister’s ‘inflammatory, misleading’ remarks about Pakistan’s armed forces

The Statesman

India rejects Islamabad’s claim on overflight clearance to Pakistani aircraft carrying relief assistance for Sri Lanka

Dawn

‘Fully prepared’: Indian Army chief says May conflict was ‘a trailer’ in new warning to Pakistan

Dawn

We will respond to those who impose war on us in the same way we did in May: Pakistan army chief

The Statesman

India rejects Pakistan’s ‘baseless’ allegations over Islamabad suicide bomb blast

The Straits Times

Deadly attacks in India and Pakistan reignite cross-border suspicions

Dawn

Pakistan welcomes Sikh pilgrims from India in first major crossing since May conflict

Dawn

Weaponisation of Indus Water Treaty cannot and will not succeed: Pakistan President Zardari

The Statesman

US President Trump repeats India-Pakistan ceasefire claims

Dawn

US President Trump says seven ‘brand new, beautiful planes’ shot down during Pakistan-India war

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CLIMATE AND ENVIRONMENT

The Star

Superbug risk grows at Malaysian farms

The Jakarta Post

22 villages in Indonesia’s Aceh vanish after Cyclone Senyar, dozens remain isolated

The Daily Star

Bangladeshi farmers urged to protect crops, livestock against ongoing cold wave

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Dome of Philippines’ Mount Mayon collapses, releases lava

Kuensel

Disasters leave Bhutan’s pockets empty

Kuensel

Bhutanese capital Thimphu faces growing urban heat risk, new study finds

The Daily Star

Cold wave intensifies sufferings in northern Bangladesh

The Yomiuri Shimbun

Tsunami can travel vast distances before striking, warn Japanese researchers

The Kathmandu Post

Daily wage earners hardest hit by prolonged cold wave in Nepal’s Tarai

China Daily

2025 was China’s warmest year on record since 1961

The Phnom Penh Post

Natural resource crimes in Cambodia down 15% in 2025

The Kathmandu Post

Dolphin population in Nepal’s Karnali river drops to three

Viet Nam News

Hanoi to require household waste sorting and allow collectors to refuse unsorted trash

The Daily Star

Chilly spell raises disease risk for Bangladesh’s winter crops

The Star

Discarding a dirty habit: Malaysia’s stricter anti-littering enforcement takes effect

The Yomiuri Shimbun

‘Fiercest, most damaging invasive weed’ spreading in rivers, lakes across Japan

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HEALTH

 

Viet Nam News

New law shifts Vietnam to disease prevention

The Korea Herald

How expensive is a lifetime of Korean health care?

Viet Nam News

Full health insurance coverage reaches all poor, elderly Vietnamese citizens from 2026

The Kathmandu Post

Small private clinics driving sex-selective abortions in Nepal

China Daily

China set to establish early pregnancy clinics across 10k hospitals

The Nation

Thai FDA seeks to tighten controls on GLP-1 “slimming pens”, proposing special controlled-drug status

The Star

Malaysia sees record surge in mental health calls

The Kathmandu Post

Nepal authorities took 11 months to test substandard drug. Patients may have already taken it

Go Go Mongolia

Mongolia’s influenza season now longer and cases higher over the past three years

The Star

Why healthcare reform is needed in Malaysia

The Daily Star

Cold wave in Bangladesh taking a toll on children, elderly

The Yomiuri Shimbun

7 taken to hospitals, 1 dead after choking on mochi in Tokyo during first 3 days of New Year

The Korea Herald

Korean Medical Association blasts public funding of traditional pregnancy treatments

The Star

Malaysian government urged to strengthen healthcare workforce and resources as demand rises

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Firework-related injuries in Philippines drop compared to last New Year

The Statesman

Contaminated water tragedy in India’s Indore leaves many dead, hundreds ill, answers still missing

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ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Philippine national insurance eyes AI-powered system to detect fraud in health claims

The Straits Times

World’s tallest indoor vertical farm, costing US$62 million, opens in Singapore

The Korea Herald

South Korea brings AI into the physical world at CES 2026

China Daily

Chinese women seen at forefront of AI adoption

The Korea Herald

AI is no longer optional in K-pop — it’s becoming the new normal

Viet Nam News

A look at Hanoi’s AI traffic camera system

The Yomiuri Shimbun

Japan Medical Safety Body to review all accidental death reports with AI

The Yomiuri Shimbun

Japan Fair Trade Commission to launch investigation into use of news articles by AI-powered search engines

The Korea Herald

South Korean Defence Ministry to restore North Korea policy division, boost military AI

The Straits Times

In Johor Bahru – Malaysia’s first ‘leading smart city’ – AI is used to ease jams and detect potholes

Viet Nam News

Hanoi AI cameras flag nearly 400 traffic violations in first three days

The Yomiuri Shimbun

‘AI officials’ to be assigned to Japan’s embassies to gather information, promote safe AI use globally

China Daily

China’s AI toys offer emotional support to consumers

The Korea Herald

AI fuels South Korea’s tech in 2026 as China squeezes steel, petrochemicals

The Yomiuri Shimbun

Japanese government plans to double staff tasked with checking AI safety

Viet Nam News

Vietnam’s National Assembly passes first-ever law on artificial intelligence

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DAILY DIGEST

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FIGHTING FAKE NEWS

The Star

QuickCheck: Is TikTok being asked to shut down in Malaysia?

The Yomiuri Shimbun

Certain claims spread rapidly on social media during Japan’s Upper House election last July

The Daily Star

Praise and smear around Bangladesh’s February elections spread online

The Phnom Penh Post

Cambodian ministries urge public to stop sharing unverified Thai content

The Nation

Thailand ranks 2nd globally as businesses face critical disinformation threats

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Filipino woman who saved dogs from fire in viral video sounds alarm on bogus donation drives

Dawn

Pakistan-origin man from Sydney falsely identified as Bondi Beach gunman fears for his life

The Yomiuri Shimbun

Fake Japan prime minister’s office website could spread malware

The Statesman

No, India did not ask for Pakistan ex-PM Imran as ‘political prisoner’: Fake letter sparks frenzy

Dawn

Pakistan’s information ministry, cybercrime agency to take action against fake news on ‘massive scale’

The Daily Star

Bangladesh made 279 requests for content removal in first half of 2025: Google report

The Phnom Penh Post

Cambodia denies online claims of Vietnam sea-bridge project, warns of risk to bilateral ties

Dawn

AI deepfakes: The latest weapon in Pakistan’s disinformation wars

Viet Nam News

Authorities warn of AI-generated misinformation amid central Vietnam floods

Dawn

Fake security alert for Karachi circulating on WhatsApp: Sindh government

The Daily Star

Indian media report on ‘altered’ Bangladesh map as gift to Pakistani official is false: Chief Adviser’s office

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ASEAN MATTERS

Eleven Media

Burmese leader meets Philippine top diplomat and ASEAN chair’s special envoy on Myanmar

The Star

Malaysia’s ASEAN chairmanship strengthened regional unity amid global uncertainty, says PM Anwar

The Nation

Thai cabinet approves over 5 billion baht to bolster armed forces

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Back in the shadow of terror: Philippine Daily Inquirer

The Kathmandu Post

Divided you fall: The Kathmandu Post

The Star

Cambodia asks Thailand to move border talks to Malaysia

Viet Nam News

Vietnam joins second ASEAN–US Maritime Exercise

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Philippine central bank unveils ASEAN 2026, festivals commemorative coins

Philippine Daily Inquirer

ASEAN Secretary General visits Manila to support Philippine preparations for 2026 hosting

The Phnom Penh Post

Cambodia urges stronger ASEAN insurance cooperation

Vientiane Times

Laos pushes for ASEAN ecotourism development

The Straits Times

Idea of common ASEAN time zone surfaced among region’s ministers some two decades ago

The Straits Times

ASEAN should have collective voice at UN climate conferences: Malaysian official

The Jakarta Post

Southeast Asian flavors shine at ASEAN trade fair in Korea

The Straits Times

Sharing renewable energy sources in Southeast Asia key to dealing with rising heat: Climate scientist

The Jakarta Post

ASEAN ‘benches’ in Jeju celebrate bloc’s ties with South Korea

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CROSS-STRAITS RELATIONS

China Daily

China sanctions ‘diehard Taiwan independence’ separatists

China Daily

Military drills in Taiwan ‘necessary and justified,’ Chinese official says

The Jakarta Post

Taiwan vows to defend sovereignty after China’s military drill

The Jakarta Post

China hits US defence firms with sanctions over arms sales to Taiwan

China Daily

China condemns US plan for arms sales to Taiwan

The Straits Times

Nail designs, food reviews ‘not politically sensitive’: Taiwanese users rail against Xiaohongshu ban

China Daily

China decries Taiwan’s DPP’s RedNote ban

The Straits Times

Taiwan to ban China’s Xiaohongshu app for one year on fraud concerns

China Daily

China delivers another letter to UN chief over Japan’s remarks on Taiwan

China Daily

Beijing urges Tokyo to explain its Taiwan position

The Straits Times

Chinese President Xi may want US counterpart Trump to rein in Japan in spat with China, say analysts

The Yomiuri Shimbun

Japan’s dispute with China set to drag on after meeting at G20 falls through

China Daily

Flight cancellations surge on China-Japan routes

The Straits Times

From hip-hop song to satirical cartoons, China-Japan row ratchets up online

The Straits Times

Japan tourism faces US$1.2 billion hit as trip cancellations spike on China rift

The Yomiuri Shimbun

Taiwan President Lai shows support for Japan in China dispute with sushi lunch

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COMBATING INFLATION

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Philippine 2025 inflation slows to 1.7%, a 9-year low

The Star

RM100 government and school aid a timely relief for Malaysians

The Statesman

Indian brokerage firms flag surge in illicit cigarette trade risks after sharp tobacco tax hike

The Jakarta Post

Food, gold push Indonesia’s inflation to highest level since 2022

The Kathmandu Post

Nepal’s wide wholesale-retail price gap keeps veggies out of common person’s reach

Vientiane Times

Laos’ inflation eases to 5.6 percent in December as food prices fall

Kuensel

Price slump and early harvests in India hit Bhutan’s potato exports

The Star

Malaysians go on last-minute dash to use government cash aid

The Daily Star

Bangladesh’s potato paradox: Just another curry on the rice plate? This will not solve the price problem

The Daily Star

Gold prices in Bangladesh break all records

Dawn

Pakistan’s rate cut too meagre to address major challenges, industry leaders complain

The Kathmandu Post

Nepal inflation drops to 1 percent as demand stagnates

Vientiane Times

Inflation falling after state revenue boost, Lao government says

The Statesman

India’s retail inflation rises marginally to 0.71 percent in November

The Star

Beat the last-minute crowd for the RM100 Sara credit, Malaysian shoppers told

Philippine Daily Inquirer

P300 per kg ‘galunggong’ fish: Philippine fishers warn imports won’t ease prices during fishing ban

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SPORTS & GAMES

Philippine Daily Inquirer

The steady climb of Philippine football

Dawn

Commonwealth, Asian Games and T20 World Cup to shape Pakistan’s 2026 sports calendar

The Daily Star

Bangladesh won’t travel to India for T20 World Cup

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Philippines shines in Olympic sports in SEA Games

China Daily

The heat is on for China’s ice and snow stars

The Statesman

Now, only certified rafting guides with first-aid, CPR training will be allowed to work at rivers in India’s Uttarakhand

Dawn

Pakistan played ‘fearless, not careless’ cricket to win Under-19 Asia Cup, says head coach

The Jakarta Post

Thailand on top at SEA Games clouded by border conflict

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Alex Eala wins SEA Games tennis gold, ending Philippines’ 26-year drought

The Nation

Disgraced Thai e-sports queen denies cheating but faces lifetime ban

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Filipino pole vaulter EJ Obiena edges Thai, wins fourth straight SEA Games gold

The Star

From traditional mats to virtual arenas: The rise of virtual reality taekwondo in Malaysia

Philippine Daily Inquirer

TikTok, dancing, and SEA Games gold—all in a day’s work for Filipino 11-year-old skateboarder

The Statesman

Football superstar Messi’s GOAT India Tour 2025 chaos: Organiser Satadru Dutta sent to 14-day police custody

The Nation

Woes in SEA Games Thailand drag on as member nations complain of mounting problems

The Straits Times

SEA Games 2025: Reality check for Singapore swim team despite golds for Mikkel Lee and Letitia Sim

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ASIA ON SCREEN

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On the ground in Sri Lanka: Rebuilding after Cyclone Ditwah
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On the ground in Sri Lanka: Rebuilding after Cyclone Ditwah
On the ground in Sri Lanka: Rebuilding after Cyclone Ditwah
On the ground in Sri Lanka: Rebuilding after Cyclone Ditwah
Cherry blossom season in Vietnam’s Da Lat
Cherry blossom season in Vietnam’s Da Lat
Singapore’s Marina Bay New Year fireworks 2026
Singapore’s Marina Bay New Year fireworks 2026
A look at Hanoi’s AI traffic camera system
A look at Hanoi’s AI traffic camera system
Singapore siblings supported teenage sister through 4 bouts of cancer
Singapore siblings supported teenage sister through 4 bouts of cancer
Severe floods devastate central Vietnam
Severe floods devastate central Vietnam
Why did the Hong Kong fire spread so quickly?
Why did the Hong Kong fire spread so quickly?
Inside the secret Albatross file on Singapore’s Separation from Malaysia
Inside the secret Albatross file on Singapore’s Separation from Malaysia
Hanoi’s sidewalk iced tea
Hanoi’s sidewalk iced tea
Still waters, drowned lands: Hydroelectric dam devastates wildlife, livelihoods in Indonesia
Still waters, drowned lands: Hydroelectric dam devastates wildlife, livelihoods in Indonesia
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SPOTLIGHT ON ASIA

The Korea Herald

Korean words ‘ramyeon,’ ‘ajumma’ enter Oxford English Dictionary

China Daily

China’s heritage crafts find new life

Dawn

How Pakistani writer Ibne Safi taught an entire generation to read

The Jakarta Post

Beyond tropical: How Indonesian design is evolving today

The Japan News

Sumo restaurant in Tokyo teaches foreign visitors about the ancient sport

The Straits Times

Singaporeans playing mahjong to build intergenerational ties

The Star

From sun shield to symbol: 68-year-old Malaysian artisan preserves traditional headgear

The Yomiuri Shimbun

Japan’s ‘Kokuho’ craze shines spotlight on classical performing arts

The Straits Times

Under attack from extremists, Bangladesh’s cultural activists fight back with music

The Korea Herald

Six-decade math puzzle solved by Korean mathematician

The Statesman

Confluence of devotion, culture, and music flows at Indian festival Magh Mela

The Yomiuri Shimbun

Japan’s Imperial family has long history with horses, former racehorses now on Imperial duties

The Korea Herald

From a street rescue to a second chance: How one Chihuahua’s story in Seoul mobilised a community

The Daily Star

The timeless reason Bangladeshi brides choose red

The Straits Times

What China’s most famous ‘gaokao factory’ reveals about the limits of its exam-driven education model

The Kathmandu Post

Elephant festival revives tourism in Nepali village after prolonged slump

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