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MIDDLE EAST TENSIONS

The Daily Star

Israel hits nuclear sites, Iran strikes hospital as war escalates

The Jakarta Post

No evacuation order yet for Indonesians in Iran, Foreign Ministry says

The Daily Star

Who are Iran’s allies? And would any help if the US joins Israel in its war?

The Straits Times

As Iran-Israel hostilities mount, foreigners left scrambling to get out of harm’s way

Philippine Daily Inquirer

21 Philippine government officials evacuated from Israel to Jordan

Dawn

What is Israel PM Netanyahu’s endgame?

Dawn

Viral flight map showing Pakistan allowing US flights near sensitive spots on Iran border is fake

Dawn

US assessment finds Iran years away from nuclear weapon, refutes Israeli claims

The Statesman

Indian students evacuated to Armenia from Iran, will fly to Delhi tomorrow

Dawn

618 more Pakistanis repatriated from Iran, Iraq amid Middle East crisis

Dawn

Merchants of war: Why did Israel attack Iran?

Dawn

Fact check: Trump, Netanyahu viral comments about Pakistan on Iran-Israel clash are fake

The Daily Star

Israel and Iran exchange attacks raising fears of wider conflict

Dawn

Iran border crossings in Pakistan’s Balochistan closed ‘indefinitely’: district administration

The Korea Herald

Mideast tensions test South Korea’s fragile recovery

The Daily Star

Bangladesh’s economy at risk from Iran-Israel conflict

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PAKISTAN-INDIA CONFLICT

The Statesman

US President Trump’s invite to Pakistan army chief a blow to Indian diplomacy: Congress

The Statesman

US had no role in India-Pakistan ceasefire: PM Modi clarifies in 35-minute phone call to President Trump

The Statesman

US President Trump shifts away from claims of having ‘stopped’ war between India, Pakistan

Dawn

Kashmir named among world’s ‘most critical escalation points’

Dawn

India adding to nuclear stockpile, while Pakistan continues development of new delivery systems: report

Dawn

Jaishankar’s ‘punchlines’ show India’s frustration after ‘failed military misadventure’: Pakistan FO

The Statesman

Congress urges Indian PM Modi to hold debate on national security and foreign policy

The Statesman

Indian Defence Minister hints at Kashmir’s ‘future integration,’ urges vigilance in information warfare

Dawn

Pakistan agreed to ceasefire on condition of more talks with India: head of high-level delegation

Dawn

Pakistan seeks global ‘intervention’ in issues with India as diplomatic team lands in London

Dawn

India laying ground of first nuclear war over water: Head of Pakistan’s high-level team to US

The Statesman

India slams ADB’s $800 million financing package for Pakistan

Dawn

Pakistan’s high-level delegation reaches Washington after wrapping up New York visit

Dawn

Leader of Pakistan’s high-level diplomatic team presses UN to push India for comprehensive dialogue

The Statesman

INDIA bloc demands special Parliament session on Pahalgam attack, Operation Sindoor

Dawn

Pakistani delegation briefs UNSC members on Indian ‘threat to regional peace’

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CLIMATE AND ENVIRONMENT

The Kathmandu Post

Forests, parks and ponds can help cool Kathmandu by up to 1.6°C, study finds

The Phnom Penh Post

Flooding strikes five Cambodian provinces, out-of-season rice affected

The Daily Star

Bangladesh unveils new renewable energy policy

The Korea Herald

Monsoon season to begin in South Korea Friday

The Daily Star

Why we need to hear women’s voices from the hills in Bangladesh

Kuensel

Living with wildlife: Bhutan tries new path to coexistence

Dawn

Pakistan’s climate budget a ‘walking contradiction’

The Nation

Heavy rain and thundershowers expected across Thailand

The Kathmandu Post

The growing risks of extreme heat

The Jakarta Post

Bali flights canceled after Lewotobi Laki-laki volcano eruption

The Korea Herald

What’s causing Seoul’s ozone levels to skyrocket?

The Japan News

Japan firms eye recycling glass from solar panels in Fukushima

Dawn

‘Indus River remains colonised’: Climate activists call out extractive state policies

The Jakarta Post

Choking hazard: How nickel industry in Indonesia’s North Maluku suffocates local villagers

Dawn

Extreme heat sears cities across Pakistan

The Phnom Penh Post

Climate ‘greenwashing’ will harm Cambodian workers, suggests new report

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HEALTH

 

The Star

Malaysia records first COVID-19 death of 2025

China Daily

Furry pals: Therapy animals play growing role in mental health care across China

The Kathmandu Post

Air pollution is top cause of death and disability in Nepal

China Daily

China’s mobile hospital offers lifeline to cataract patients

The Jakarta Post

Indonesia to push DNA screening for cervical cancer nationwide

Kuensel

Pharmacy shortages in Bhutan’s rural areas hinder access to medicines

The Daily Star

The importance of mental health education in Bangladeshi schools

Dawn

Colourful vapes in fun flavours might be a bigger problem in Pakistan than you think

Eleven Media

COVID-19 cases rise in Myanmar

China Daily

Hong Kong’s inaugural breastmilk bank helps 120 infants in 6 months

The Japan News

High prices squeeze hospitals in Japan, 60% now in the red

China Daily

Blood donation rate rises in China but shortages remain

The Jakarta Post

Jakarta floats stricter rules on smoking in public

The Straits Times

One in four youth in Singapore have engaged in self-injury without suicidal intent: Study

The Phnom Penh Post

Cambodia announces financial support for imprisoned mothers, pregnant women

Viet Nam News

Vietnam among world’s most food-self-sufficient nations: study

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ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE

Dawn

‘Dear ChatGPT, I’m falling apart’: Many South Asians are turning to AI for their therapy needs

The Korea Herald

South Korea suffers OECD’s 4th-biggest AI brain drain

The Japan News

Japan defence ministry team to discuss drones, AI in combat

Philippine Daily Inquirer

More Filipinos turning to AI as source of news — report

The Straits Times

Indian colleges alarmed by AI misuse: Professors fight back with oral quizzes, live handwritten exams

China Daily

Experts in China wary of AI-driven content tool

Philippine Daily Inquirer

OpenAI bans Philippine users behind pro-government drive

The Japan News

Japan newspaper group calls on AI companies to get permission to use news content

Dawn

Saudi Arabia using AI and real-time translation to open Haj to the world

The Korea Herald

South Korea is global No.2 in paid ChatGPT users, OpenAI says. But does that mean anything?

China Daily

Several Chinese provinces to adopt AI surveillance to ensure safe, fair national college entrance exams

The Japan News

Japan’s House of Councillors passes AI promotion bill

The Phnom Penh Post

Navigating automation in Cambodia: Will robots take jobs or create them?

China Daily

Artificial intelligence usage on student theses debated in Chinese universities

The Japan News

AI system eyed to eliminate Japan’s ‘transportation blank areas,’ improve bus, taxi coverage

The Korea Herald

How TikTok is fighting deepfakes of K-pop idols

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DAILY DIGEST

THE ASIAN VIEW

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FIGHTING FAKE NEWS

Dawn

Viral flight map showing Pakistan allowing US flights near sensitive spots on Iran border is fake

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Trust in media brands dips as Marcos-Duterte rift spreads disinformation

Dawn

Fact check: Trump, Netanyahu viral comments about Pakistan on Iran-Israel clash are fake

Viet Nam News

Two TikTokers arrested in Ho Chi Minh city for misleading claims about former police chief

The Japan News

Manga ‘predicts’ disaster in Japan, deterring Hong Kong travelers; governors decry ‘baseless rumours’

Philippine Daily Inquirer

South Korea election hit by misinformation

Viet Nam News

Vietnam’s poultry association dismisses ‘fake eggs’ rumours as fake news

The Japan News

Japan government survey: Half of respondents trusted online false info

The Daily Star

Misinformation adds more uncertainty to the fog of war around India’s strikes on Pakistan

The Japan News

In Japan, social media facilitates spread of radical, dubious claims

The Statesman

Indian defence ministry warns vs fake WhatsApp message seeking donations for army

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Philippines’ primary investigation agency files cases vs vloggers outside country for disinformation

The Japan News

Online disinformation rampant ahead of South Korea election

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Pro-Duterte fake social media accounts undermine May polls, lawmakers warn

The Nation

Warning of major quake in three months is fake news: Thai authorities

The Daily Star

Ghost authors dish out questionable articles on Bangladesh

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ASEAN MATTERS

The Star

ASEAN Higher Education Minister meeting kicks off in Malaysia’s Langkawi

The Straits Times

Timor-Leste’s battle to belong in ASEAN

Vientiane Times

ASEAN nations review challenges faced by migrant workers

The Japan News

Former Malaysian PM Mahathir urges ASEAN to create united front against U.S.

The Nation

Thailand ranks lowest in ASEAN for business innovation, World Bank finds

The Nation

ASEAN nations brace for Trump tariffs with bold stimulus packages

The Phnom Penh Post

October launch of ASEAN tech hub expected to drive regional innovation

The Phnom Penh Post

ASEAN customs delegates express concern over US tariffs

The Straits Times

Why is everyone talking about an ASEAN power grid?

China Daily

China rolls out ‘ASEAN visa’ for 10 ASEAN countries, Timor-Leste

The Nation

ASEAN’s Debt Divide: Tracking the region’s rising fiscal burdens

The Jakarta Post

Calls for institutional reform grow in response to ASEAN 2045 plan

The Star

ASEAN Summit saw diplomatic and economic breakthroughs, say analysts

China Daily

Scope of China, ASEAN, GCC trilateral ties ‘boundless’: Chinese Premier Li

The Star

ASEAN-GCC-China: It’s time to turn vision into reality, says Malaysia PM Anwar

The Star

Timor-Leste to be granted full ASEAN membership in October: Malaysia PM Anwar

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CROSS-STRAITS RELATIONS

The Japan News

Taiwan adds China’s Huawei and SMIC to export control list

China Daily

Former Taiwan president Ma’s China visit welcome: spokeswoman

The Straits Times

Taiwan indicts 4 suspected spies for China in case reaching presidential office

The Japan News

Taiwan coast guard, military drill to better face China’s ‘grey zone’ threat

China Daily

China police reward tips to capture 20 Taiwan suspects in cyberattack

The Straits Times

‘Highly unusual’: Why Taiwan President Lai made no mention of China in major speech

The Straits Times

Taiwan President Lai’s approval ratings dip ahead of 1st anniversary in office amid uncertain US ties

China Daily

China slams Taiwan’s ruling party for ‘erasing cross-Strait cultural ties’

The Japan News

China conducts 2nd day of exercises around Taiwan; naming suggests more drills to come this year

The Straits Times

Chinese influencers forced to leave Taiwan after advocating ‘military unification’

China Daily

Taiwan students embark on Shandong tour

China Daily

Chinese army enhances combat readiness with operations around Taiwan

China Daily

China’s Taiwan Affairs Office launches section to report ‘malicious acts against Taiwan compatriots’

The Straits Times

‘No name, no home port, no cert’: Taiwan seizes unregistered Chinese refuelling boat

The Straits Times

From intelligence sharing to tabletop exercises, Taiwan to deepen military exchange with US

China Daily

China’s military drill ‘stern warning’ to Taiwan ‘separatists’

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INDO-PACIFIC AND ASIA

The Straits Times

Singapore, US navies conclude 12-day bilateral exercise in Guam

China Daily

New Zealand PM Luxon eyes closer China ties

The Straits Times

Jetstar Asia to cease operations from July 31, over 500 employees in Singapore affected

The Japan News

Defence chiefs of Japan, U.S., Australia, Philippines express ‘serious concern’ about China’s ‘destabilising actions’

The Jakarta Post

​​Asia in focus as US, France make competing offers

The Straits Times

47 countries to attend 22nd Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore

China Daily

China unveils initiatives unveiled for Pacific countries

China Daily

Advancement of RCEP set to help stabilise global trading system

The Straits Times

Singapore PM Wong, Australian PM Albanese agree to uphold rules-based multilateral system

The Jakarta Post

‘Personal touch’ on display at Australia PM Albanese’s return visit to Indonesia

The Straits Times

Australian PM Albanese to visit Singapore May 20 in first overseas trip after winning election

The Jakarta Post

Newly re-elected Australian PM Albanese to visit Jakarta after being sworn in

The Straits Times

Top US general says America will keep promise to ensure Indo-Pacific allies’ security

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Philippines, New Zealand finalise defence pact this week

The Straits Times

Australia plans critical minerals reserve to reduce global reliance on China

The Straits Times

Singapore, Fiji lean on close ties to weather ‘increasingly turbulent’ world

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ASIAN EDITORS CIRCLE

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COMBATING INFLATION

The Korea Herald

South Korean Cabinet approves universal cash grant amid controversy

The Japan News

Japan’s agri minister calls rice distribution ‘black box’; complex structure to raise prices, cause delays

The Kathmandu Post

Nepal market prices mock central bank’s inflation claims

Kuensel

In Bhutan, higher prices for tobacco, alcohol, soft drinks; cars to be cheaper

The Korea Herald

South Koreans likely to receive up to US$367 in cash relief

The Japan News

High prices squeeze hospitals in Japan, 60% now in the red

The Star

Food inflation burning a hole in Malaysian household budgets

Vientiane Times

Lao PM Sonexay vows to take action on inflation and debt amid National Assembly’s concerns

The Japan News

Japan PM Ishiba rejects cutting consumption tax

The Japan News

Japan’s ruling coalition officials agree to issue cash handouts as measure against skyrocketing prices

The Japan News

Higher food cost in Japan causes price increases in cafeterias, affecting university students

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Philippine market tagged best in Southeast Asia on slowing inflation

Dawn

Cattle prices soar as sacrifice meets inflation in Karachi’s mandis ahead of Eidul Azha

The Japan News

Japanese government to consider buying back high-bid stockpiled rice

The Jakarta Post

Indonesia’s inflation slows in May as food prices fall

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Philippines to restore pork price caps, says agriculture secretary

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SPORTS & GAMES

The Straits Times

Singapore’s Juliet Heng surprises herself with historic silver medal at Asian Fencing Championships

The Straits Times

Football academies are sprouting in Singapore. Can kids pick up real skills from them?

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Philippines now legitimate threat for Southeast Asian Games volleyball gold

The Kathmandu Post

Nepal faces shock defeat against Laos, a team 15 places below them in FIFA rankings

Dawn

Sana Mir makes history as first Pakistani woman cricketer to make ICC Hall of Fame

The Daily Star

Lessons learnt against Jordan, Indonesia to help Bangladesh in Asian Cup Qualifiers

The Daily Star

Hamza scores, shines in Bangladesh’s win over Bhutan

The Japan News

Japanese professional baseball legend Shigeo Nagashima, ‘Mr. Pro Baseball,’ dies at 89

Dawn

When the why walks away: Indian cricketer Virat Kohli’s retirement and the summer that lost its song

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Filipino Olympic pole vaulter EJ Obiena wins third straight gold at Asian Athletics Championships

The Star

ASEAN All-Stars upsets Manchester United 1-0, thanks to Myanmar captain Maung Maung Lwin

Kuensel

Bhutanese archer Kinley Tshering wins gold for Bhutan at Incheon archery championship

The Japan News

Japan takes historic gold at World Table Tennis Championships

The Nation

Thai golf star Sadom clinches Korea Open, ends 3-year drought in style

The Kathmandu Post

Everest in five days: British team’s speed climb triggers Nepal proble

The Korea Herald

South Korea’s Son Heung-min, undisputed Tottenham legend, wins 1st major title for club in 17 years

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ASIA ON SCREEN

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Football academies are sprouting in Singapore. Can kids pick up real skills from them?
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Football academies are sprouting in Singapore. Can kids pick up real skills from them?
Labour of loaves: Making traditional bread in modern Singapore
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Labour of loaves: Making traditional bread in modern Singapore
Cambodian cooking creator gives back one meal at a time
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Cambodian cooking creator gives back one meal at a time
Young Vietnamese artist’s golden touch
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Young Vietnamese artist’s golden touch
Ichijodani Ruins: Uncovering Japan’s Sengoku period
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Ichijodani Ruins: Uncovering Japan’s Sengoku period
Recreating late Vietnamese president Ho Chi Minh’s inspiring sandals
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Recreating late Vietnamese president Ho Chi Minh’s inspiring sandals
China’s Liangma River: Your all-in-one lifestyle companion
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China’s Liangma River: Your all-in-one lifestyle companion
Time for a Tiger: Behind the legacy of Singapore’s first beer
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Time for a Tiger: Behind the legacy of Singapore’s first beer
What it’s like to elect a pope: Inside Singaporean Cardinal Goh’s first Conclave
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What it’s like to elect a pope: Inside Singaporean Cardinal Goh’s first Conclave
Capturing the trend of youth-led tea business in Kathmandu Valley
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Capturing the trend of youth-led tea business in Kathmandu Valley
Football academies are sprouting in Singapore. Can kids pick up real skills from them?
Football academies are sprouting in Singapore. Can kids pick up real skills from them?
Labour of loaves: Making traditional bread in modern Singapore
Labour of loaves: Making traditional bread in modern Singapore
Cambodian cooking creator gives back one meal at a time
Cambodian cooking creator gives back one meal at a time
Young Vietnamese artist’s golden touch
Young Vietnamese artist’s golden touch
Ichijodani Ruins: Uncovering Japan’s Sengoku period
Ichijodani Ruins: Uncovering Japan’s Sengoku period
Recreating late Vietnamese president Ho Chi Minh’s inspiring sandals
Recreating late Vietnamese president Ho Chi Minh’s inspiring sandals
China’s Liangma River: Your all-in-one lifestyle companion
China’s Liangma River: Your all-in-one lifestyle companion
Time for a Tiger: Behind the legacy of Singapore’s first beer
Time for a Tiger: Behind the legacy of Singapore’s first beer
What it’s like to elect a pope: Inside Singaporean Cardinal Goh’s first Conclave
What it’s like to elect a pope: Inside Singaporean Cardinal Goh’s first Conclave
Capturing the trend of youth-led tea business in Kathmandu Valley
Capturing the trend of youth-led tea business in Kathmandu Valley
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SPOTLIGHT ON ASIA

The Korea Herald

How Seoul suburb Dongtan turned into an online punching bag

The Japan News

300-year-old hot spring inn in Japan’s Gunma conjures spirit of anime

The Star

A Malaysian’s long and winding journey to Tibet

The Star

Malaysia’s search and rescue dogs play pivotal role in saving lives

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Interpreting ‘kababalaghan’: paranormal and supernatural experiences in Philippine culture

Kuensel

Living with wildlife: Bhutan tries new path to coexistence

The Daily Star

The importance of mental health education in Bangladeshi schools

The Straits Times

Your Singapore Story: ‘I never imagined I would be dancing at funerals’

The Daily Star

Why is Sandwip island missing from the Bay of Bengal’s history?

The Kathmandu Post

For Nepal’s women, there’s no right to mourn

Kuensel

Drinchengang to become Bhutan’s first innovative model village

The Japan News

Traditional craft in Nagoya’s Arimatsu is to dye for

The Nation

Understanding Kreng Jai: The hidden heart of Thai politeness

The Japan News

Sacred logs carried to Japan’s famous Ise Jingu shrine; ritual part of regular renewal of facilities

The Straits Times

‘I felt sad and happy’: Dads in Singapore prison reconnect with children through surprise video and letters

The Star

From trauma to triumph: First gibbon born in captivity’s journey to Malaysian jungle

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