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DISASTER2h agoBali fuel shortage a warning to Australians as tourists left stranded in petrol station chaosBali is experiencing a fuel shortage, leading to stranded tourists and chaos at petrol stations, and this serves as a warning to Australians. This highlights a disruptive event with international implications for travelers.perthnow.com.au · Australia
DISASTER3h agoAsean climate monitor issues highest alert level over toxic hazeSouth China Morning Post
POLITICS3h agoAsean’s Myanmar peace push needs Japan’s ‘silent diplomacy’Japan has long established itself as a pioneer of mediation in Southeast Asia. In 1990, for example, its officials helped broker talks between Cambodia’s warring factions, supplementing international efforts to end conflict in the country. Now, Tokyo is seeking to upgrade its diplomatic toolkit. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs’ International Peace Mediation Unit was set up in March, followed by the launch of the Parliamentary Association for Peace Mediation in May. Around the same time, the...South China Morning Post
SCI & TECH3h agoFrom fruit to bricks: Hong Kong engineers explore how to build houses on MarsEngineers in Hong Kong are developing 3D-printable building materials that could one day be used to construct houses on Mars. Inspired by freeze-dried fruit, the team is combining sand, gelatine and genetically engineered yeast to create a concrete-like material under simulated Martian conditions.EuroNews [en]
WORLD4h agoThe butterfly effect: one man’s mission to help nature and communities coexistHong Kong’s next phase of development should make room for both butterflies and buildings, conservationist Dr Yau Wing-kwong has said, arguing that biodiversity can be incorporated into parks, schools and neighbourhoods without holding back the city’s growth. Yau, founder of Environmental Association Limited, has spent nearly three decades promoting community-based conservation. He is a finalist for the Spirit of Community Award in this year’s Spirit of Hong Kong Awards, co-organised by Sino...South China Morning Post
DISASTER4h agoChinese kindergarten owner given life sentence over lead paint poisoning scandalSouth China Morning Post
BUSINESS4h agoHong Kong touts distinct features to set it apart from London in global gold hub pushDistinctive features will set Hong Kong apart from London, a major bullion hub, as the city accelerates efforts to develop an international gold and precious metals trading ecosystem covering the entire value chain, a minister has told the South China Morning Post. In an exclusive interview on Thursday, Secretary for Financial Services and the Treasury Christopher Hui Ching-yu said the city would officially launch a central gold clearing platform in the first quarter of next year. It would...South China Morning Post
WORLD4h agoShunned in the West, Ye hands Indonesia a rare mega-tour coupTaylor Swift and Lady Gaga each chose Singapore as their only Southeast Asian stop on recent world tours. Fellow American singer Olivia Rodrigo played Thailand and the Philippines, but likewise skipped Indonesia. Next weekend, however, Jakarta is finally getting the big international headline act it has been craving – in the form of Ye. The controversial American rapper, formerly known as Kanye West, is set to play Indonesia’s capital next Saturday, marking the only Southeast Asian appearance on...South China Morning Post
BUSINESS5h agoS . Korea , US hold first 2+2 meeting of finance , monetarySouth Korea and the US held their first 2+2 meeting focusing on finance and monetary issues, marking a significant step in their economic diplomacy. This highlights cooperation on financial stability and policy between the two nations.koreaherald.com · South Korea
WORLD5h agoGolfing in PyongyangThis article explores the topic of golfing in Pyongyang. It likely offers a rare glimpse into leisure activities or unique aspects of life in the North Korean capital.koreaherald.com · South Korea
SCI & TECH6h agoA companion between appointments: Hong Kong student’s AI tool for cancer patientsFor cancer patients in Hong Kong, emotional distress can persist beyond the clinic, with a large combined analysis of multiple studies linking depression and anxiety to lower chances of survival. Claudia Chan Shu-ying, a medical student at the Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK), is developing CancerCompanion, a digital companion designed to offer emotional support between appointments, including late at night when professional help may not be immediately available. The system uses AI-powered...South China Morning Post
WORLD6h agoChinese man celebrates wedding to one woman, baby with ex-lover at same venue on same dayA man in southwestern China has sparked widespread criticism after holding a wedding with one woman and a celebration for his baby with another at the same venue on the same day. According to The Beijing News, Wu Linfeng, from Liupanshui, Guizhou province, held a wedding ceremony with Kong Sihan on the first floor of a restaurant while hosting a 100-day celebration for his son with his former girlfriend, Lin Si, on the second floor. One poster at the venue showed Wu and Kong in wedding attire...South China Morning Post
WORLD6h agoAir rage incidents in Japan surge, led by late check-in ‘flashpoint’Airline employees in Japan are experiencing a surge in abuse incidents from customers linked to delays or cancellations of flights or from being refused boarding due to late check-in, according to a survey. Some 30 per cent of ground staff or cabin crew reported bearing the brunt of passengers’ anger over such matters in the past year, according to the survey by the Japan Federation of Aviation Industry Unions released last month, rising from 7 per cent in its previous survey in 2023. In...South China Morning Post
BUSINESS6h agoForeign banks trim China branch networks as low returns test strategyAlmost two decades after gaining permission to conduct yuan business for local clients, foreign-funded banks are still refining their strategy in China, where the financial sector is dominated by state-owned lenders. While Citi exited its China retail banking business, other foreign banks have continued to close branches and sub-branches, focusing instead on digitalisation, wealth management and core clients to strengthen their foothold in the market. Deutsche Bank (China) announced the closure...South China Morning Post
POLITICS7h agoPhilippines’ ‘China-free’ manufacturing strategy is a high-risk betSouth China Morning Post
POLITICS7h agoGrowing number of ex-officials enter race for Hong Kong Election Committee seatsA growing number of former senior government officials have joined the race for seats on Hong Kong’s Election Committee, a trend observers say will enhance the prestige and legitimacy of the body tasked with choosing the city’s next leader. As the two-week nomination period draws to a close next Tuesday, the Registration and Electoral Office had received 1,115 nominations for 982 elected seats on the Election Committee as of Friday. The poll will be held on November 22 and the elected members...South China Morning Post
BUSINESS7h ago‘Hot economics, cold politics’: why China gave nod for expanded Japanese trade tripBeijing’s decision to allow a bigger Japanese business delegation to go to China next month may be cause for some optimism but “hot economics and cold politics” will continue to dominate the strained relationship between the two countries, observers say. Kyodo news agency reported this week that Beijing had agreed to allow the Japanese Business Federation – the country’s most influential business lobby, also known as Keidanren – to expand its delegation coming to China next month. The group will...South China Morning Post
WORLD7h agoVietnam Morning Monitor : Australian man jailed for attacking wife in Hanoi , iPhone Duo deposit quotas fill within minutesAn Australian man has been jailed in Hanoi for assaulting his wife, while iPhone Duo deposit quotas quickly filled. This report covers local crime and business news in Vietnam.news.tuoitre.vn
POLITICS8h agoJapan’s Takaichi sends offering to controversial Yasukuni war shrinePrime Minister Sanae Takaichi on Saturday sent a ritual offering to Yasukuni Shrine in Tokyo, regarded by Japan’s neighbours as a symbol of the country’s past militarism, at the start of its three-day autumn festival. Takaichi, known as a conservative who routinely visited the Shinto shrine before becoming prime minister a year ago, was unlikely to visit the shrine during the festival, a source close to her said, amid strained relations with China and relatively stable ties with South Korea. The...South China Morning Post
WORLD8h agoChiang Rai Police Seize 1 . 16M Meth Pills in Plastic BarrelsChiang Rai Police have seized a large quantity of meth pills hidden in plastic barrels. This signifies an ongoing effort by law enforcement to combat illegal drug trafficking.chiangraitimes.com · Thailand
POLITICS8h agoMexico seeks to match tariff relief achieved by South Korea with the U.S.Mexico seeks to match automotive tariffs with South Korea after the 25% tariff imposed by the U.S., which affects its key industry. Mexican exports to the U.S. exceed $872 billion; Ebrard proposes aligning tariffs to facilitate T-MEC revisions.Clarín
BUSINESS8h agoMalaysia’s shoppers love Chinese e-commerce. Its factories pay the priceIn hindsight, it was only a matter of time before Esha Yusof joined the growing ranks of Malaysian shoppers being drawn to Chinese e-commerce giant Pinduoduo. Esha is a relative newcomer. She signed up in July, more than half a year after the platform launched in Malaysia – and has been smitten with it ever since. Rock-bottom prices, a vast range of products and seamless payments through a popular local e-wallet make it easy for the 32-year-old to spend an average of 500 ringgit (US$122) a month...South China Morning Post
MILITARY9h agoNorth Korea says it tested new torpedo with AI techSouth China Morning Post
POLITICS9h agoMarcos regime implodingThe Marcos regime is reported to be imploding. This indicates significant political instability or collapse within the government.tribune.net.ph · Philippines
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