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MIDDLE EAST TENSIONS

 

China Daily

Doubts remain as Gaza conflict marks 500 days

Dawn

US President Trump’s neo- colonial fantasy in Gaza

The Kathmandu Post

Nepal seeks Qatar’s help to secure release of Hamas hostage Bipin Joshi

The Jakarta Post

Indonesia’s Prabowo, Turkiye’s Erdogan reaffirm support for Palestine

The Straits Times

Gaza tops talks between Malaysia and Turkey during President Erdogan’s visit to Kuala Lumpur

Dawn

What we get wrong about the Taliban’s ‘gender apartheid’

The Straits Times

Hamas says it will stop releasing Israeli hostages, throwing Gaza ceasefire into doubt

The Jakarta Post

Indonesia adopts wait and see position on Trump’s Gaza plan amid ‘unpredictable’ US regime

The Nation

Tears of joy: Five former Hamas hostages return home

The Straits Times

Singapore reiterates longstanding support for Palestinians’ right to a homeland of their own

The Star

Malaysia will not change its stance on Gaza, says PM Anwar

Dawn

World backs two-state solution after Trump’s stunning takeover plans for Gaza

Dawn

Car bomb kills 20 in northern Syria, deadliest since Assad toppled

The Nation

Thai PM Paetongtarn makes video call to Thais released by Hamas in Tel Aviv

The Nation

Thailand confirms release of 5 hostages, urges freedom for remaining ones

Dawn

Why US President Trump’s proposal on Palestinian displacement from Gaza rings alarm bells

CLIMATE AND ENVIRONMENT

The Daily Star

Bangladeshi climate migrants end up in modern slavery

The Japan News

Japan space agency, partners plan weather forecast system; AI to also be used

The Straits Times

Indonesia’s plan to export solar power to Singapore spurs investment amid low green energy adoption

The Jakarta Post

5,300 people remain displaced after last year’s Mt. Lewotobi eruptions in Indonesia

The Star

Farmers hit by heatwave in Malaysia’s Kedah

The Daily Star

5 tonnes of banned polythene seized in Bangladesh’s Sirajganj

Viet Nam News

Vietnam PM Chinh approves plan to shift from coal to clean energy

The Nation

Air quality improves in all districts of Thai capital

The Jakarta Post

Calls for stronger protection of Indonesia’s Brantas River grow as local fish face extinction

Kuensel

Bhutan’s black-necked crane population increases but key habitats see decline

Dawn

The vanishing paradise of the Indus Delta

The Jakarta Post

Thick, smelly smoke from Jakarta’s new waste-to-energy plant raises concerns

The Phnom Penh Post

Cambodia hosting vulture conservation forum

Vientiane Times

UK fosters collaboration for climate drive in Laos

The Kathmandu Post

A village in Nepal faces the wrath of climate change

The Phnom Penh Post

To protect Cambodia’s dolphins, corrupt river guards must be removed, says agriculture official

HEALTH

 

The Star

Coughs, fevers and a growing concern for influenza in Malaysia

The Nation

12-year-old Thai girl in critical condition after vaping for two years

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Manila neighbourhood puts bounty on dengue-carrying mosquitoes

The Nation

Thailand flu outbreak: Infections cross 100,000 with nine fatalities

The Star

Nearly 4,000 seniors take advantage of free flu jabs in Malaysia

The Korea Herald

6 in 10 of South Korea’s medical residents now employed at other hospitals: data

The Kathmandu Post

USAID funding freeze: Nepal Health Ministry terminates 36 nurses in hospitals

Kuensel

Bhutan’s health ministry steps up efforts to reduce lead exposure

The Statesman

Successful robotic cardiac telesurgery performed in India over a distance of 286 km

The Straits Times

From charcoal to dentures: More seniors need specialised dental care as Singapore population ages

China Daily

Ensuring children living in China’s high altitude areas get healthy start

The Kathmandu Post

Nepal’s month-long free health screening commences

The Star

Vape sellers blow past new regulations in Malaysia

The Straits Times

Singapore nurses win award for using plastic tubes instead of needles for overnight dialysis patients

The Star

SARMs: A dangerous path to fitness, says Malaysian health experts

The Kathmandu Post

Nepali Congress-UML wrangling over hospital appointment cripples vital institution

ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE

China Daily

AI tech ‘cannot predict winning lottery numbers,’ says authorities in China

The Straits Times

China faces talent shortage amid DeepSeek-fuelled AI jobs surge

The Korea Herald

South Korea acting president outlines plan to develop ‘Korean ChatGPT’

The Japan News

Japan’s Yahoo News site has AI feature asking commenter to reconsider vulgar words, phrases

The Jakarta Post

Indonesia to build AI chatbot modeled on China’s DeepSeek: official

The Korea Herald

Who is Brian Koo, the man behind South Korea’s $35b AI data center?

China Daily

Artificial intelligence changing China’s learning landscape

The Kathmandu Post

Nepal Police to use AI for crime control

The Korea Herald

South Korea to secure 10,000 GPUs to build national AI computing center

The Star

Malaysian Islamic Party MP warns AI could threaten Islamic understanding

The Korea Herald

South Korean government, ruling party to discuss AI, strategies to respond to DeepSeek

The Japan News

AI becoming more widely used in Japan’s fashion industry

China Daily

China’s AI surge fuels optimism on A-share market

China Daily

China committed to actively promoting development, governance of AI

The Straits Times

Faster, more effective knee replacement surgery at Singapore hospital with new AI algorithm

China Daily

DeepSeek to help Chinese AI chip firms challenge Nvidia

THE ASIAN VIEW

FIGHTING FAKE NEWS

The Straits Times

Information transparency in the spotlight as prominent Hong Kong pollster faces closure

The Nation

Thai fact-checkers ‘won’t let disinformation off the hook’

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Probe on fake news, disinformation ‘machinery’ set at Philippine Congress

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Philippine health department warns public about fake page misusing health officials’ photos

The Korea Herald

Report of Chinese spies rigging election ‘entirely false’: US Forces Korea

The Star

Beware of fake news about Malaysian King on site impersonating The Star

The Jakarta Post

Indonesia’s fact-checkers slam Meta’s decision to end US fact-checking program

The Straits Times

Filipino Nobel winner Maria Ressa says ‘dangerous times’ ahead after Meta ends US fact-checking

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Philippine lawmakers propose probe into fake, malicious social media posts

The Phnom Penh Post

Minister warns of daily fake news threats undermining Cambodia’s stability

The Daily Star

Bangladesh Chief Adviser press wing debunks media reports on communal violence

The Phnom Penh Post

In Cambodia, viral HIV ‘fake news’ post undermining faith in public health

The Statesman

Solutions to cybercrime are crucial for India’s future: PM Modi

Dawn

Fact check: Video said to be of journalist Mati­ullah Jan being drummed out from PMA is a deepfake

The Daily Star

Video claiming ‘attack on Hindu temple in Bangladesh’ is actually from India

The Phnom Penh Post

UNESCO: Two-thirds of content creators fail to verify facts

ASEAN MATTERS

The Star

ASEAN nations embrace ‘visitor’ terminology for streamlined tourism statistics

The Star

Malaysia PM Anwar discusses Myanmar, South China Sea, intra-ASEAN trade issues with Brunei Sultan

The Star

Malaysia won’t be part of ‘great power rivalries,’ ASEAN must diversify partnerships, says PM Anwar

Viet Nam News

Vietnam takes part in Japan-ASEAN Defence Vice-Ministerial Forum

The Star

Malaysia-India diplomacy could ease ASEAN tariff hurdle

The Star

Grey wave sweeps across Southeast Asia

The Phnom Penh Post

ASEAN, Australia enhancing ‘fishway’ collaboration for sustainable fisheries

Viet Nam News

Timor-Leste on track for ASEAN accession, says ambassador

The Nation

Anwar-Thaksin meeting of great benefit to ASEAN, says PM Paetongtarn

The Nation

Thai PM Paetongtarn assigns FM to coordinate with ASEAN to fight PM2.5

The Jakarta Post

Anwar’s ASEAN: A peaceful future at risk

The Star

ASEAN should break tradition for vital change

Vientiane Times

ASEAN nations see huge surge in visitor numbers

The Star

Cautious approach by ASEAN on Myanmar vital to securing peace, says Malaysia PM Anwar

China Daily

China, ASEAN to boost digital cooperation

The Jakarta Post

ASEAN expands AI guide to address deepfakes, other risks

CROSS-STRAITS RELATIONS

The Japan News

China doubles military aircraft flights around Taiwan

China Daily

China slams Taiwanese nationalist political party for ‘obstructing’ cross-Strait tourism

The Straits Times

Taiwan and China need peace given ‘multifold changes’ internationally: President Lai Ching-te

China Daily

Group tours to Taiwan to resume soon for residents from Fujian province, Shanghai

The Straits Times

Taiwan to ramp up monitoring of ‘flags of convenience’ ships after severed undersea cables

China Daily

Culinary explorations foster bonds across the Strait

The Japan News

Taiwan’s TSMC to launch full-scale production in Japan, US, Germany as part of ‘silicon shield’ vs China

The Jakarta Post

Taiwan says cyberattacks double in 2024, China main culprit

The Straits Times

In a first, Taiwan’s Presidential Office stages war game to simulate China emergency

The Straits Times

Makers of Taiwan’s Zero Day TV series set around invasion fear backlash from China

China Daily

Former Chinese Kuomintang party chairman promotes cross-Strait youth exchanges in Sichuan

The Straits Times

Taiwan suspects secret service officer of leaking secrets

China Daily

Former chairman of Chinese Kuomintang party leaves for mainland tour with group of Taiwan youth

China Daily

Efforts urged to boost trade ties across Taiwan Strait

The Straits Times

Taiwan raises alert as China deploys 90 ships in likely drills

The Daily Star

Taiwan reports near doubling of Chinese warships nearby

INDO-PACIFIC AND ASIA

The Phnom Penh Post

Joint Australian-Cambodian workshop explores economic diversification strategies

The Straits Times

Singapore ranks first among Asia-Pacific cities in study of liveability, lovability, prosperity

The Japan News

Japan PM Ishiba keeps focus of talks with US President Trump on Indo-Pacific issues

The Straits Times

Singapore ranked least corrupt country in Asia-Pacific, third in world: Global anti-graft watchdog

The Phnom Penh Post

Australia pledges over $10M to support Cambodia’s fisheries

The Straits Times

Asia-Pacific ahead of US, EU in retail crypto activity: Report

The Straits Times

Australia to fast-track job applications of nurses from Singapore, UK, US to fill dire shortage

China Daily

Australian PM: Ties with Chinese people crucial

Viet Nam News

Vietnam to become Asia-Pacific region’s fastest growing economy in 2026

The Statesman

Indian foreign minister discusses bilateral issue, QUAD with counterparts from Japan, Australia

The Statesman

US envoy meets Indian PM Modi, says Indo-US partnership will continue to grow

The Japan News

Japan Foreign Minister Iwaya attends Palau President’s inauguration; maritime security discussed

The Jakarta Post

The Pacific in 2025: Navigating the shared challenges

The Jakarta Post

Why did Indonesia release the Bali Nine now?

The Japan News

4-country coast guard to conduct 1st drill in Tokyo Bay; Japan, U.S., PH to conduct drills off Kagoshima

Philippine Daily Inquirer

UK officially joins Indo-Pacific trade bloc

ASIAN EDITORS CIRCLE

COMBATING INFLATION

The Daily Star

Gold prices hit all-time high in Bangladesh

The Daily Star

Farmers from Rajshahi in Bangladesh protest hike in cold storage fee

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Philippine agri dep’t, meat sector agree on no max suggested retail price for pork for 2 weeks

China Daily

Japanese government taps into rice reserves amid surging prices

China Daily

China’s full-year CPI target likely lower at 2%

The Straits Times

Inflation eases in 2024 on lower prices of cars, clothing, some food items in Singapore

The Daily Star

Gold prices set to hit US$ 1233 for the first time in Bangladesh

The Daily Star

Edible oil crisis is artificial: tariff commission

Philippine Daily Inquirer

59 percent of Filipinos affected by surging rice prices, says survey

Kuensel

Prices in Bhutan rise by 2.82 percent in 2024, inflation at five-year low

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Electricity is cheaper this cool January in the Philippines

The Jakarta Post

Inflation in Indonesia hits decades low amid electricity discount, waning spending power

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Philippine agriculture department declares food security emergency amid rising price of rice

The Japan News

Japanese government criticised for slow response to soaring rice prices

The Straits Times

Homegrown veggies, cheap substitutes: Japanese get creative to fight soaring food prices

The Japan News

Price increase planned for rice products at retailers, restaurants, food manufacturers in Japan

SPORTS & GAMES

The Kathmandu Post

Bhandari sends Nepal into four nations final

Dawn

Pakistan’s dream of hosting world cricket becomes reality

Go Go Mongolia

Mongolian cyclist S.Jambaljamts wins bronze at 2025 Asian Road Cycling Championships

Dawn

Champions Trophy 2025: High stakes, high hopes for Pakistan

The Kathmandu Post

Chaudhary gives Nepal a flying start against Kyrgyzstan

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Philippine men’s curling team wins historic gold at Asian Winter Games

The Korea Herald

South Korea’s Cha Jun-hwan comes from behind for gold in men’s figure skating at Winter Asiad

The Phnom Penh Post

New Year tournament gives students a shot at ‘King of Khmer Chess’ title

The Japan News

Japanese ski resorts struggle amid declining birthrate

China Daily

China’s ethnic athletes shine at Winter Asiad

The Daily Star

Rohit hundred flattens England as India clinch ODI series

China Daily

All set for 9th Asian Winter Games

Dawn

Women players beat the odds to cut a path for ice hockey in Iran

Kuensel

Bhutanese boxers prepare for four-nation boxing event

The Statesman

India thrash SA to defend women’s U19 World Cup title

Viet Nam News

Three Vietnamese players heading to World Junior Chess Championships

ASIA ON SCREEN

Letter from Kolkata: Saving the yellow Hindustan Ambassador taxi
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Letter from Kolkata: Saving the yellow Hindustan Ambassador taxi
First look at Singapore’s Rainforest Wild Asia in Mandai
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First look at Singapore’s Rainforest Wild Asia in Mandai
Empowering the visually impaired in Vietnam
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Empowering the visually impaired in Vietnam
Breaking the walls of silence for those suffering with aphasia
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Breaking the walls of silence for those suffering with aphasia
Vietnamese festivals embrace community spirit
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Vietnamese festivals embrace community spirit
String of tradition: A legacy in water puppetry
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String of tradition: A legacy in water puppetry
New hope for a new year in diplomacy
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New hope for a new year in diplomacy
First-time pet owners: Are you ready for your first (fur)baby?
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First-time pet owners: Are you ready for your first (fur)baby?
When music bridges us together: A conversation with China’s first female conductor
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When music bridges us together: A conversation with China’s first female conductor
Highland tea
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Highland tea
Letter from Kolkata: Saving the yellow Hindustan Ambassador taxi
Letter from Kolkata: Saving the yellow Hindustan Ambassador taxi
First look at Singapore’s Rainforest Wild Asia in Mandai
First look at Singapore’s Rainforest Wild Asia in Mandai
Empowering the visually impaired in Vietnam
Empowering the visually impaired in Vietnam
Breaking the walls of silence for those suffering with aphasia
Breaking the walls of silence for those suffering with aphasia
Vietnamese festivals embrace community spirit
Vietnamese festivals embrace community spirit
String of tradition: A legacy in water puppetry
String of tradition: A legacy in water puppetry
New hope for a new year in diplomacy
New hope for a new year in diplomacy
First-time pet owners: Are you ready for your first (fur)baby?
First-time pet owners: Are you ready for your first (fur)baby?
When music bridges us together: A conversation with China’s first female conductor
When music bridges us together: A conversation with China’s first female conductor
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Highland tea
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SPOTLIGHT ON ASIA

Viet Nam News

One Vietnamese man’s quest to keep a language alive

The Kathmandu Post

Chepang beekeepers of Nepal taste success in honey business

The Japan News

Japan’s mountain trails are seeing more hikers, but trail menders are ageing

Dawn

The Gulgee Museum in Karachi is a son’s tribute to a master

The Kathmandu Post

The revival of Nepali Dhaka

The Japan News

Tokyo button store’s retro billboard architecture attracts customers

Viet Nam News

Vietnam’s wildlife rescue centres: a lifeline for trafficked animals

The Straits Times

Sea sentinels: Meet the marine mammals that call Southeast Asia’s waters home

The Daily Star

Tangail handloom weavers earn only US$1.65 daily! Will the industry survive?

The Daily Star

Valentine’s and Falgun shifts Dhaka’s flower markets into overdrive before the city wakes

The Korea Herald

Love on repeat: Why the 14th of every month is special day for lovers in Korea

The Star

Buying time for Malaysia’s dying tapir

The Kathmandu Post

The Ranjana Script: A timeless Nepali cultural treasure

The Japan News

Superhero team marks 25 years of promoting island in Japan’s Kagoshima

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Nature’s poetics in the art of Filipino artist Geraldine Javier

The Japan News

Maki-e artisan from Kyoto preserves traditional lacquerware craft

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