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Taiwan shows off first missile to be jointly made with US firm

Taiwan is racing to bolster its armed forces as Beijing, which views the island as its own territory, steps up military pressure.

  • Published: September 18, 202510:02 am
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South Korean Chief Justice denies collusion claims over guilty verdict for then presidential-race front-runner Lee Jae Myung

The statement was the first released by the judicial branch since the liberal ruling bloc ramped up pressure for Jo's resignation.

  • Published: September 18, 202510:01 am
  • Author Son Ji-hyoung
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Universities to join Philippine anti-corruption protest on Sept. 21 in Quezon City

The protest, organised by church leaders, was sparked by recent allegations of anomalous flood-control projects, where P1.9 trillion was reportedly spent on flood-control projects…

  • Published: September 17, 202510:12 am
  • Author Keith Clores
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Vietnam police dismantle major online weapons network

Investigators say the ring sold thousands of air rifles and parts through social media channels and courier services, earning billions of đồng in profit.

  • Published: September 17, 202510:11 am
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Vietnam, Vatican underscore importance of bolstering ties

Both sides acknowledged the positive contributions of the Church to the overall development of Vietnam, in the spirit of living out the Gospel in the world by being good Catholics…

  • Published: September 16, 202510:13 am
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Indian apex court declines full stay on Muslim property law; suspends contentious clauses

A bench of Chief Justice B.R. Gavai and Justice Augustine George Masih, by an interim order, stayed the operation of two key provisions while upholding the requirement of the…

  • Published: September 16, 202510:12 am
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Three newly appointed Nepali ministers sworn in

Finance Minister Rameshore Khanal, Energy Minister Kulman Ghising, and Home Minister Om Prakash Aryal take the oath of office and secrecy.

  • Published: September 16, 202510:11 am
  • Author The Kathmandu Post
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Philippine military on red alert as various groups set rallies against corruption

AFP Spokesperson Col. Francel Margareth Padilla, however, reassured that the status is simply a safeguard and a way to support the Philippine National Police.

  • Published: September 15, 202510:12 am
  • Author Keith Clores
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Remains of South Korean former President Chun find no resting place 4 years after death

He was convicted of insurrection, homicide, and bribery, with the Supreme Court in April 1997 upholding a life sentence handed down by a lower court. This criminal record stripped…

  • Published: September 15, 202510:11 am
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I had no idea I have assets in UK, says former Malaysian PM Mahathir

Dr Mahathir said he was puzzled when he read a report quoting MACC chief commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki saying that Malaysia was working with authorities abroad, particularly…

  • Published: September 12, 202510:12 am
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