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Philippine ex-president Duterte now wants ICC judges disqualified

Mr. Duterte's defence team wants them disqualified for supposedly having already decided on the issue of jurisdiction when they allowed the prosecution in 2021 to open a probe…

  • Published: May 15, 20258:25 am
  • Author Kathleen de Villa
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Incumbents, reelectionists, known faces rule Metro Manila mayoral races

Incumbent local chief executives, re-electionists and personalities from powerful political families dominated the results of the mayoral elections in Metro Manila. Most of the…

  • Published: May 14, 20251:10 pm
  • Author John Eric Mendoza
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What it costs and spending limits running for president in South Korea

With W58.8b ($41.3m) spending cap per candidate, fundraising becomes a fierce battleground.

  • Published: May 14, 202510:16 am
  • Author Kim Da-sol
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Nepal overhauling outdated intellectual property law

A stronger law is in the works to tackle rampant imitation of popular brands and protect original creations.

  • Published: May 14, 20258:40 am
  • Author Krishana Prasain
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Detained in The Hague, ex-Philippines president Duterte wins hometown mayoral election

His daughter, impeached Vice President Sara Duterte, told reporters after casting her vote earlier in the day that plans were already underway to ensure he would officially become…

  • Published: May 13, 202510:00 am
  • Author Ann Asianews Network
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Myanmar opposition says junta airstrike kills 17 school children

The school, which is operated by the shadow National Unity Government, is in the central Myanmar town of Depayin in the Sagaing region, about 160 km (100 miles) north of Mandalay…

  • Published: May 13, 20258:25 am
  • Author Ann Asianews Network
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South Korea’s presidential candidates launch campaigns with 3 weeks to go

The early contours of the contest are emerging, with Lee Jae-myung of the main liberal Democratic Party of Korea holding a commanding lead in the polls. Meanwhile, Kim Moon-soo of…

  • Published: May 13, 20258:20 am
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Vietnam launches 10-year golden visa to boost tourism and investment

According to a Times of India report, the golden visa offers long-term, renewable residency to individuals who contribute to Vietnam’s tourism, innovation, or economy, with the…

  • Published: May 9, 202510:10 am
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South Korean politicians use ‘mukbang,’ YouTube livestreaming to engage with voters

This culture of connecting with fans through casual livestreaming is a staple of the K-pop industry, but has now seeped into the realm of politics.

  • Published: May 9, 20259:59 am
  • Author Jung Min-kyung
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Nepal moves towards nationwide child grant expansion

High-level stakeholders — including MPs, senior government officials, development partners, and civil society representatives — urged stronger investment in early childhood.

  • Published: May 9, 20258:35 am
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