Seoul’s first satellite launch vehicle fails to put payload into orbit
The launcher, Nuri, successfully traveled into a low orbit 700 kilometers above the Earth.
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When the going gets tough, Jokowi has ‘Mr. Fix-it’ Luhut at the ready
Coordinating Maritime Affairs and Investment Luhut Binsar Pandjaitan has earned many nicknames, including "Menteri Segala Urusan" (minister for all affairs).
Muslim groups oppose renaming Jakarta street after Turkey’s Ataturk
The government's plan to rename the street, in Menteng, Central Jakarta, is to reciprocate a similar gesture by Turkey.
Party leader debate in Japan sheds light on policy differences ahead of election
Up for discussion were the response to the coronavirus, economic measures during the pandemic, the distribution of wealth and more.
Floods, landslides claim 47 lives in India’s Uttarakhand
Many people still remain trapped under the rubble after mudslides caused by the incessant rain.
Umbrella union pushes ahead with nationwide rally
The labor group is demanding better treatment of irregular workers and more employment security.
China’s CPC to hold sixth plenary from Nov 8 to 11
The party's core leadership reiterated the need to practice people-centered development philosophy
S Korean prosecutors to seek arrest warrant for key figure in corruption-laden property scandal
The scandal has received intense media coverage amid questions about its potential impact on Lee and next year's presidential election.
Kishida sends ritual offering to controversial Yasukuni shrine
The shrine honours the war dead and is seen by neighbouring countries as a symbol of Tokyo's past militarism.
Hate unleashed as clashes erupt between Hindus and Muslims
Angry mobs have attacked Hindu temples and clashed with police in various parts of the country.