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CAMBODIA-THAILAND BORDER ROW

The Straits Times

New landmine blast tests Thailand-Cambodia ceasefire

The Nation

Thai Army urges Cambodia to de-escalate and clear mines before border committee talks

The Nation

Thailand on high alert as security chiefs warn of renewed border conflict

The Phnom Penh Post

Cambodia asks France to provide historical evidence to help settle Thai border dispute

The Phnom Penh Post

Cambodia-Thailand yet to find common ground at latest RBC meeting

The Phnom Penh Post

Displaced Cambodian families call on UN to help them return to their homes

The Nation

Thailand–Cambodia border calm, no election-day disruption, says PM Anutin

The Nation

Thai–Cambodian border scam hubs still under close watch

The Phnom Penh Post

Cambodia presses Thailand to act on stalled border demarcation, protests military actions

The Nation

Thai–Cambodian border committee meeting ends with no deal, no signing

The Phnom Penh Post

Life-saving care in minutes, not months, as UNICEF rushes aid to displaced mothers and newborns

The Nation

Thai ex-deputy commander of Second Army Area warns third round of fighting ‘will happen’

The Straits Times

‘Hope peace will prevail’: Singapore urges dialogue on Thailand-Cambodia border tensions at ASEAN meet

The Phnom Penh Post

Cambodia–Thailand border committee meeting kicks off at Poipet border crossing

The Nation

Thai PM Anutin says no Cambodian troops near border, rules out clashes

The Phnom Penh Post

Cambodia-Thailand situation on the table at ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Retreat

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PAKISTAN-INDIA CONFLICT

Dawn

US President Trump now says 10 aircraft shot down during Pakistan-India conflict

Dawn

Pakistan to play T20 World Cup match against India, government announces

Dawn

Pakistan court reserves verdict on case related to ban on imports from India

Dawn

Pakistan extends airspace ban for Indian aircraft until February 24

Dawn

‘Battle-tested’: Pakistan arms exports surge after May conflict with India

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

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CLIMATE AND ENVIRONMENT

The Jakarta Post

Jakarta accelerates air quality roadmap as pollution worsens

The Phnom Penh Post

More than 40 endangered species identified in Cambodia’s Ratanakkiri national park

The Kathmandu Post

Nepal’s elusive pest controller of the forests under grave threat

The Jakarta Post

Indonesia’s Bandung Zoo permit revoked as internal dispute sparks animal welfare concerns

The Star

Unrelenting heat threatens Malaysia’s northern padi harvest as dam levels drop

The Nation

Thailand braces for warmer days, fog and late-week storms

The Jakarta Post

Surakarta landfill crisis highlights Indonesia’s growing waste problem

The Star

Malaysia gets tougher on illegal mixed waste paper imports

The Phnom Penh Post

Nearly 400 items seized, three detained over forestry crimes in Cambodia’s Pursat

The Jakarta Post

Cyclone Senyar triggered 330 landslides in Indonesia’s South Tapanuli, survey finds

The Nation

Bangkok launches heat management plan for 2026 with 379 risk zones

The Kathmandu Post

Residents on Nepal island live with fear of elephants in winter, river flooding in monsoon

The Korea Herald

Why Indonesian K-pop fans are boycotting a Korean bank

The Jakarta Post

Indonesian government’s budget cuts cast shadow over disaster readiness

Philippine Daily Inquirer

2,000 families displaced by tropical storm Penha in central, southern Philippines

Viet Nam News

Fewer storms, tropical depressions forecast for Vietnam in 2026

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HEALTH

 

The Korea Herald

No tonics, supplements for 91-year-old South Korean grandma. She wants cosmetic procedures instead

The Star

Malaysia urged to invest in sports to keep ageing population healthy

The Kathmandu Post

Nepal recalls children’s antibiotic over quality issues

The Korea Herald

South Korea to add 3,342 medical school seats outside Seoul by 2031

The Star

10 new active TB clusters detected in Malaysia so far in 2026

China Daily

Families in China scramble for mercury thermometers ahead of ban despite health risks

Dawn

Around a million Pakistani children missed during year’s first nationwide polio campaign

The Korea Herald

1 in 6 Koreans consume excessive amount of sugar

China Daily

Flu activity drops in China, but authorities warn of potential virus risks amid holiday travel rush

The Kathmandu Post

Over 60 % of Nepal’s households use sewage-contaminated water

Viet Nam News

Ho Chi Minh City cracks down on online cosmetics sales amid fake product surge

The Jakarta Post

Child suicides across Indonesia reveal failures in psychological protection

The Korea Herald

Koreans expected to live less than 70 healthy years

The Straits Times

More non-Chinese in Malaysia seeking traditional Chinese medicine treatments

The Star

Base insurance to cover pre-existing illnesses: Malaysian health minister

The Straits Times

Over 800 women in Singapore have frozen their eggs for non-medical reasons since 2023

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ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE

The Straits Times

Majority of firms in Southeast Asia that invested in AI struggle to reap financial benefits: report

China Daily

Robots take centre stage in China

Dawn

Pakistan to invest US$1bil in artificial intelligence by 2030, announces PM Shehbaz

Vientiane Times

Lao government, UAE firms ink deal on ASEAN AI centre

The Yomiuri Shimbun

Japan’s SoftBank launches AI service for call centres that makes harsh voices softer

The Straits Times

Deepfake nudes inflict real harm despite being fake: Singapore experts

The Straits Times

Move over, Ghibli – caricatures are the next ChatGPT trend

China Daily

China records sharp rise in number of generative AI users

The Korea Herald

What’s driving the ‘AI slop’ consumption surge in South Korea

Viet Nam News

Early introduction of AI in Ho Chi Minh’s schools proves effective

The Yomiuri Shimbun

Voters using AI to choose candidates in Japan’s upcoming general election

The Korea Herald

AI is upon us. So why is South Korea still fixated on rote-learning?

The Yomiuri Shimbun

In Japan, AI-doctored video of campaign broadcast goes viral

The Korea Herald

Rollout of sixth-generation HBM4 chips lifts Samsung’s AI ambitions amid record profits

The Star

Malaysia’s new AI laws to arrest deepfakes

China Daily

AI model developed by Hong Kong scientists ‘able to forecast storms 4 hrs ahead’

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DAILY DIGEST

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FIGHTING FAKE NEWS

The Yomiuri Shimbun

Social media exerts growing influence on Japan elections; shapes issues with often unverified infos

The Straits Times

‘Flood’ of disinformation ahead of Bangladesh election

The Daily Star

Disinformation biggest challenge ahead of Bangladesh polls: election commission secretary

The Korea Herald

South Korea’s ruling party calls for probe into online posts linking President Lee to Epstein scandal

The Daily Star

Fake ‘haha’ reactions attack political opponents ahead of Bangladesh elections

The Daily Star

Misinformation in Bangladesh rose by 30 percent in 2025

The Yomiuri Shimbun

In Japan, AI-doctored video of campaign broadcast goes viral

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Circulating medical test results of Philippine President Marcos ‘fake, falsified’

The Kathmandu Post

As campaigns go digital, Nepal’s election integrity is at stake

Viet Nam News

Vietnam’s central bank rejects rumour small banknotes removed from circulation

The Daily Star

Onslaught of AI content aims to sway Bangladeshi voters

The Straits Times

‘Tiger Tiger, burning bright’: The scourge of AI-generated wildlife videos in India

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

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ASEAN MATTERS

Vientiane Times

Lao government, UAE firms ink deal on ASEAN AI centre

Borneo Bulletin

Bruneian students gain insights into ASEAN at roadshow

Borneo Bulletin

Brunei attends ASEAN-BAC chairmanship handover

Vientiane Times

Laos’ Luang Prabang secures 21 ASEAN tourism awards

China Daily

ASEAN urged to strengthen ties with China

The Jakarta Post

Five years on, ASEAN’s Myanmar dilemma persists

The Straits Times

ASEAN must remain united to preserve regional peace: Singapore FM

The Straits Times

‘No consensus for now’ within ASEAN to recognise Myanmar elections, says group’s chair

Viet Nam News

Vietnam actively fosters ASEAN’s central role, intra-bloc unity

The Straits Times

‘Hope peace will prevail’: Singapore urges dialogue on Thailand-Cambodia border tensions at ASEAN meet

The Straits Times

Singapore among slowest-growing food delivery markets in ASEAN despite regional surge

Philippine Daily Inquirer

ASEAN tourism chiefs meet in Cebu to align policies, boost growth

China Daily

Myanmar’s election ends amid mixed international response

Philippine Daily Inquirer

ASEAN Summit 2026 in Cebu: What it is and why it is important for Cebu

Borneo Bulletin

Bruneian students encouraged to embrace ASEAN values

The Straits Times

Is ASEAN moving fast enough?

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CROSS-STRAITS RELATIONS

The Straits Times

Chinese drill sparks talk of ‘decapitation’ strike on Taipei

The Straits Times

US says reached deal with Taiwan to lower tariffs, boost investments

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

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ASIAN EDITORS CIRCLE

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COMBATING INFLATION

The Kathmandu Post

Cooking gas shortage persists in Kathmandu ahead of polls

The Statesman

India’s tobacco board urges review of cigarette tax hike, warns of illicit trade and farmer distress

The Star

Malaysia’s Sara aid: Retailers report smooth flow, better shopping experience

Kuensel

Soaring egg prices push Bhutanese government to allow limited imports

The Yomiuri Shimbun

High chocolate prices shake up Valentine’s lineup at Japan’s department stores

The Korea Herald

A record 3.6 million young people in South Korea do not own homes

The Kathmandu Post

Nepal government warns food producers, traders against unfair profits as prices surge

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Philippine inflation rate hits 11-month high of 2% in January

The Jakarta Post

Weather woes, demand strain may keep Indonesia’s inflation above target

The Yomiuri Shimbun

Many candidates in Japan’s Lower House election focusing on economy, employment; ‘politics and money’ gets short shrift

The Korea Herald

Charging for banchan refills? Online poll among restaurateurs in South Korea highlights growing pressure

The Kathmandu Post

Political instability after Nepal’s Gen Z protests pushed food prices up eightfold

The Yomiuri Shimbun

Rising prices in Japan squeeze household finances

The Statesman

India sees sharp fall in inflation as rural stress eases: Economic Survey

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Despite economic gains, millions in the Philippines still vulnerable to poverty: study

The Daily Star

In Bangladesh, higher imports raise hopes of stable food prices in Ramadan

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SPORTS & GAMES

China Daily

China’s high-flying Gu falls just short at Milano-Cortina 2026

The Korea Herald

Snowboarding, once a fringe sport, wins Korea medals

Dawn

Pakistan to play T20 World Cup match against India, government announces

China Daily

Chinese athletes at home with Italian ways in Milan

The Straits Times

Global cricket tournament gets embroiled in South Asian hostilities

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Sumo diplomacy: Japan’s heavyweight ‘soft power’ ambassadors

Borneo Bulletin

Pickleball showdown takes centre stage in Brunei

The Daily Star

Pakistan to participate in T20 World Cup but will not play against India on Feb 15

The Yomiuri Shimbun

Japan looks to sports to bridge cultural gap with foreigners

China Daily

China’s soccer strength reboots for a new era

Borneo Bulletin

Hero’s welcome for Brunei’s para athletes

The Phnom Penh Post

Cambodia’s first Baby Olympics aims to inspire young minds

Kuensel

Meet Gawa Zangpo, Bhutan’s rising long-distance runner

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Tennis star Alex Eala’s rise highlights learning curve for Filipino fans

Go Go Mongolia

Mongolian athletes from Netflix’s Physical Asia awarded Golden Star

The Jakarta Post

Indosalto: Urban acrobatics leaping into Jakarta’s narrow spaces

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ASIA ON SCREEN

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60 years of the Singapore budget
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60 years of the Singapore budget
60 years of the Singapore budget
60 years of the Singapore budget
Tourism in Vietnam hits new peak
Tourism in Vietnam hits new peak
Paper horses welcome Vietnam’s lunar new year
Paper horses welcome Vietnam’s lunar new year
Is ASEAN moving fast enough?
Is ASEAN moving fast enough?
Will young Thais vote for change in Feb 8 election?
Will young Thais vote for change in Feb 8 election?
Vietnamese silk village’s 700-year old tradition
Vietnamese silk village’s 700-year old tradition
From canteen stalls to central kitchens: Why Singaporean primary schools are switching to bentos
From canteen stalls to central kitchens: Why Singaporean primary schools are switching to bentos
Vietnam’s four-legged guardians
Vietnam’s four-legged guardians
Bringing Vietnamese heroines to life with AR
Bringing Vietnamese heroines to life with AR
Singaporean man declutters hoarders’ homes and transform lives
Singaporean man declutters hoarders’ homes and transform lives
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SPOTLIGHT ON ASIA

Dawn

Malala becomes second Pakistani to have her portrait displayed at the University of Oxford

China Daily

‘Becoming Chinese’ takes social media by storm

The Statesman

Thai Princess Sirivannavari visits the Taj Mahal

The Korea Herald

What counts as literature? Web novels should, too, says Korea’s Literature Museum

The Jakarta Post

The subtle power of everyday Indonesian humour

Dawn

Why Pakistani filmmakers still treat Eid like the only time movies can survive

The Korea Herald

South Korea’s slow shift for single mothers, through their eyes

Dawn

Inside Karachi’s very first toddler rave

China Daily

In China, the ‘I love, me’ meme defuses pressure of perfection

The Daily Star

How Dhaka’s micro-communities are changing urban life

The Straits Times

‘Jiak ba buay?’: 56 migrant domestic workers in Singapore graduate from basic Hokkien classes

Philippine Daily Inquirer

From Manila to Bangkok: Building Southeast Asia’s next cult brand

The Straits Times

What Is With… the love for Trader Joe’s bags in Singapore?

The Korea Herald

Will DDP survive? Seoul’s landmark turns into political battlefield

The Jakarta Post

Jakarta pledges to push filmmaking hub vision

The Star

This Malaysian doctor collects maggots from dead people

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