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CAMBODIA-THAILAND BORDER ROW

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

The Phnom Penh Post

Cambodia’s civilian death toll rises to 17 as Thai shelling, airstrikes continue

The Star

Cambodia, Thailand agree to attend ASEAN Foreign Ministers meet in Kuala Lumpur, says Malaysia PM Anwar

The Nation

Thai–Cambodia border clash exposes expanding arms pipeline

The Phnom Penh Post

Cambodian evacuees top 400,000; aid groups seek more support as border clashes continue

The Nation

Thailand sets three ceasefire conditions for Cambodia

The Straits Times

Displaced Cambodians flee again, and again, as Thai-Cambodia conflict continues

The Straits Times

Thailand doubles down on fight against Cambodia, rebuffing US President Trump’s ceasefire claims

The Phnom Penh Post

Thais can still fly home, ‘no fighting at airports’: Cambodian Senate President

The Straits Times

Trampolines and live music: Carnival mood at Thai evacuation camp can’t mask villagers’ anxiety

The Nation

102 Cambodian troops killed as Thailand’s forces advance on 13 border fronts: Thai army

The Nation

Thailand bans civilian drones near five airports amid Thai–Cambodian border clashes

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PAKISTAN-INDIA CONFLICT

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

Dawn

Army chief reiterates violation of Pakistan’s territory will be met with ‘firm and decisive response’

Dawn

Pakistan army’s top brass warns India of ‘new normal of swift retributive response’

Dawn

Pakistan army officer says Chinese weapons performed ‘exceptionally well’ in May conflict with India

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CLIMATE AND ENVIRONMENT

The Jakarta Post

Yearender: Climate extremes expose Indonesia’s disaster vulnerabilities

The Yomiuri Shimbun

Over 20,000 Japanese communities at risk of isolation in major disaster: Yomiuri Shimbun tally

The Straits Times

‘We have nowhere to go’: Sri Lankan residents recount damage caused by Cyclone Ditwah

The Statesman

Delhi’s air quality worsens as dense smog engulfs capital

Kuensel

Bhutan faces US$20 billion climate finance gap as risks mount

The Jakarta Post

Outrage as Indonesia blocks foreign disaster aid to Sumatra

The Korea Herald

South Korea to ban free disposable plastic cups at cafes, restaurants

The Korea Herald

Why Seoul is paying residents to throw away less food

Viet Nam News

Ho Chi Minh City considers installing more air quality, subsidence monitoring stations

The Statesman

Delhi government enforces stricter rules amid severe air pollution

Viet Nam News

Natural disasters forecast to remain unpredictable next year: Vietnam’s hydro-meteorological centre

The Jakarta Post

Indonesia’s flood survivors reeling from devastation plea for global help

The Jakarta Post

Southern Indonesia braces for floods, extreme weather as cyclone threat looms

The Kathmandu Post

Kathmandu resuming vehicle emission testing next week

The Statesman

Delhi directs schools to shift to online mode for up to class-5 students as air quality deteriorates

Kuensel

Bhutan reaffirms carbon neutrality and pushes for climate justice at COP30

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HEALTH

 

The Kathmandu Post

Rich or poor, educated or uneducated, many Nepalis refuse free vaccines

The Straits Times

‘No senior should go through this’: Singaporean, 71, has jaw reconstruction surgery after accident

Philippine Daily Inquirer

More young Filipinos getting chronic kidney disease — and they learn too late

Viet Nam News

Hanoi says infectious diseases under control despite rise in measles and hand, foot and mouth cases

The Korea Herald

Study says South Korea has too many twins, warns of health risks

The Kathmandu Post

Scrub typhus has topped dengue in Nepal this year

The Straits Times

Over 2,700 people fined for vape-related offences since tougher penalties kicked in on Sept 1

The Statesman

Air pollution no longer seasonal; threatens public health and India’s growth: Experts

The Straits Times

PCOS linked to longer reproductive lifespans in Singapore: Study

The Jakarta Post

Indonesia has world’s largest methanol poisoning cases, 30% fatal

The Korea Herald

Hair loss should be under greater national health insurance coverage: South Korea President Lee

The Straits Times

Afghan hunger crisis deepens as aid funding falls short, UN says

The Kathmandu Post

Nepal’s support system fails women survivors of psychological abuse

The Korea Herald

World’s lowest birth rate? You may be surprised by these Korean women’s struggles to have baby

The Star

Malaysia reports significant decline in dengue deaths

Viet Nam News

Push for expansion of Vietnam’s elderly day-care centres

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ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE

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

Dawn

From fake profiles to deepfake porn: The war Pakistani women cannot win alone

The Korea Herald

South Korea uses AI to show what missing children might look like years on

The Yomiuri Shimbun

Tokyo police uses AI to identify 18,500 ‘dark part-time job’ recruiting posts

Viet Nam News

AI making mark in Vietnamese entertainment

China Daily

AI rapidly seeping into all areas of China’s e-commerce

The Straits Times

Chatbots, tutors and sparring partners: How AI is changing university learning in Singapore

The Korea Herald

‘Robot idols’ may debut within 5 years, K-pop star G-Dragon’s agency CEO says

The Daily Star

Silence is golden in new call scam, as AI used to clone voices, says Malaysian commission

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DAILY DIGEST

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FIGHTING FAKE NEWS

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

The Kathmandu Post

Nepal’s Gen Z groups deny calling rumoured Oct 9 protest

The Straits Times

Police to issue Meta first online harms order in Singapore to fight scams

The Daily Star

Debunking AI claim: Bangladeshi police restrains protesting student, claims photo is AI generated

Dawn

Fact check: Viral video showing Pakistan ex-PM Imran Khan with a beard is doctored

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ASEAN MATTERS

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

China Daily

China-ASEAN FTA upgrade boon to trade

Viet Nam News

ASEAN humanitarian centre delivers emergency aid to flood-hit residents in Vietnam’s Da Nang

The Nation

Thai Cabinet approves ASEAN Extradition Treaty draft, set for signing at upcoming legal meeting

The Jakarta Post

Southeast Asian solidarity ‘important’ to bolster digital activism: experts, activists

Vientiane Times

Laos, Vietnam and Cambodia strengthen trilateral ties at ASEAN Summit

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CROSS-STRAITS RELATIONS

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

China Daily

China halts imports of Japanese aquatic products, citing safety concerns and public backlash

The Yomiuri Shimbun

Taiwan President Lai calls on China to exercise self-restraint; says attack on Japan endangers regional peace, stability

China Daily

China files fresh protest with Japan over PM Takaichi’s remarks

The Yomiuri Shimbun

Japan to issue notice for Japanese students in China to ensure safety amid rising tensions

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COMBATING INFLATION

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

Viet Nam News

Fuel price adjustments, food supply disruptions push Vietnam’s November CPI

The Star

Downpour hits veggie prices in Malaysia

Kuensel

Bhutan’s revenue department cracks down on arbitrary price hikes

Kuensel

Egg prices in Bhutan hit record high amid nationwide shortage

The Kathmandu Post

Nepal’s gold imports soar fivefold amid turmoil

The Korea Herald

The world is eating more Korean kimchi, but Korea is importing more of it from China

The Statesman

Indian rupee hits record low, Congress slams government over depreciation

The Korea Herald

Double squeeze: Weak won, US tariffs tighten grip on K-food, K-beauty

Vientiane Times

Lao government rolls out US$10 million subsidy to ease electricity costs

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SPORTS & GAMES

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

The Straits Times

Cambodia orders withdrawal of athletes from SEA Games in Thailand over safety fears

The Star

Thailand makes a splash with stunning SEA Games opener

Dawn

After an 18-year wait, Karachi welcomes the nation’s athletes

Kuensel

Bhutanese para athletes aim high for Asian Youth Para Games

The Nation

Thailand announces updated schedule for 33rd SEA Games as floods affect southern provinces

The Nation

SEA Games in Thailand adds 10,000 seats for opening ceremony

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ASIA ON SCREEN

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Singapore siblings supported teenage sister through 4 bouts of cancer
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Singapore siblings supported teenage sister through 4 bouts of cancer
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
Hanoi’s path to sustainable farming
Hanoi’s path to sustainable farming
100-year-old Singaporean 'Batik Uncle' still crushing it on the sewing machine
100-year-old Singaporean 'Batik Uncle' still crushing it on the sewing machine
Paying more for green travel: Are levies and carbon taxes enough?
Paying more for green travel: Are levies and carbon taxes enough?
All aboard! Vietnam's Long Thanh International Airport is ready for operation
All aboard! Vietnam's Long Thanh International Airport is ready for operation
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SPOTLIGHT ON ASIA

The Korea Herald

From photocards and albums to MP3 players, home decor: the evolution of K-pop merch

The Jakarta Post

‘Rafflesia’ or ‘padma’? Debate renewed over renaming rare flower found in Indonesia’s West Sumatra

Dawn

Women claiming the road in Pakistan’s Peshawar, defining a quiet scooter revolution

The Kathmandu Post

Nepal’s Alital lake regains prominence as conservation and tourism efforts accelerate

Kuensel

The last of the sheep herders in Bhutan’s Samtse

The Straits Times

Wildlife welfare comes first, says Japanese award-winning photographer

China Daily

Woodprint art bonds China and Vietnam

Dawn

Punjab’s epic songs fade as fewer than a dozen performers keep ancient tales alive

The Kathmandu Post

How oranges are transforming lives in Nepal’s Arghakhanchi

The Kathmandu Post

This woman brings the universe closer to Nepal

Viet Nam News

Two ethnic Vietnamese youth pioneer new paths for sustainable economic development

Kuensel

A cup of coffee, entirely Bhutanese

The Star

Malaysian bun makers to ‘bao’ out after 72 years

The Korea Herald

From loneliness to rebuilding identity: Inside lives of expat spouses in Korea

The Straits Times

Life in limbo: Meet the Myanmar refugees living in Thai camps

The Straits Times

‘My daughter keeps asking where’s grandma’: Son mourns Indonesian helper’s death in Hong Kong fire

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