A copyright battle over the viral song “Baby Shark,” adored by young children and often dreaded by their parents, has come to an end with a court clearing the Korean creators of the most popular version of plagiarism.
Who is Ali Larijani? Iran’s new security czar
A senior advisor to the Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, Larijani has moved quickly in his new role, traveling to Moscow, Baghdad and Beirut to reinforce alliances, manage Tehran-aligned proxies, and ...
Indonesia’s ‘Gasoline Godfather’ targetted in US$18bil graft probe
JAKARTA: A reclusive oil merchant dominated Indonesia's fuel trade for decades. Now he is embroiled in a US$18 billion probe into the country's state-owned oil producer that has become a litmus test ...
Indonesia’s ‘Gasoline Godfather’ targeted in $23 billion graft probe
Oil merchant Mohammad Riza Chalid is embroiled in the probe into the country’s state oil-and-gas giant Pertamina. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.
India tax reform proposal lifts shares, Nifty set for best day in 3 months
India's equity benchmarks jumped more than 1% on Monday, after the government proposed sweeping changes to the complex goods and services tax regime, which will make daily essentials and electronics cheaper from October.
India monsoon LIVE: Yamuna crosses warning mark in Delhi; red alert issued in Mumbai
Follow the rain-related updates from Mumbai, Delhi, Himachal Pradesh and other parts of the country in The Hindu live blog on August 18, 2025.
Musk’s Starlink Close to Deal With Saudi Arabia’s Flag Airline
Saudi Arabia’s flag carrier airline is in advanced discussions with SpaceX to install the Starlink internet service, in a move that would expand Elon Musk’s footprint in a highly competitive market ...
South Korea’s move to lower tensions with Kim Jong Un threatens 400,000 Christians
A move to lower tensions with Kim Jong Un's hermit kingdom has led to vital radio broadcasts of Christian material being cut off from the people who need it most.
US, South Korea start joint military exercise, postpone some drills
The United States and South Korea have started their regular joint military exercise aimed at preparing for a contingency on the Korean Peninsula.
Lea Salonga shares what’s unique about staging ‘Into the Woods’ in the Philippines
Lea Salonga is currently headlining the Manila production of ' Into the Woods,' portraying the role of The Witch.