Indonesian rescue authorities have made the tough decision to start using heavy machinery to move large sections of a school that collapsed earlier this week, with no more signs of life from beneath the rubble.
Indonesia Sugar Imports Seen Easing Amid Push to Buy Locally
Sugar refineries in Indonesia, the world’s second-biggest importer of the sweetener, are likely to keep 2026 imports to the lowest level in seven years amid a government push to prioritize domestic supply.
A new China tech visa has caught India’s attention – now locals aren’t happy
The Indian media report was picked up widely in China, stoking concern - and even fears - amongst the public over whether benefits extended to foreigners would increase competition in a sluggish job ...
Rohingya Muslims plead for help at the U.N. to stop the killings in Myanmar
The Rohingya have suffered decades of displacement, oppression and violence, while seeing no action in response to determinations that they are victims of genocide, one advocate said.
Typhoon Bualoi Brings Havoc to Vietnam, Killing 13 With 46 Injured
NGHE AN/HANOI (Reuters) -Typhoon Bualoi tore through Vietnam's coast on Monday, killing at least 13 people and injuring 46, the government said, while accompanying strong winds and rains damaged homes, snapped power links and flooded roads.
Vietnam evacuates thousands, shuts airports as Typhoon Bualoi nears
Vietnam closed airports and evacuated thousands of people in areas under storm threat on Sunday, as intensifying Typhoon Bualoi barrelled towards the country, days after causing at least 10 deaths and widespread flooding in the Philippines.
Earthquake death toll rises to 72 in the Philippines as survivors recall moment when tragedy struck
The death toll in a powerful earthquake that hit the central Philippines late Tuesday has risen to 72 with nearly 300 others injured.
Anti-foreigner sentiments are on the rise as Japan faces a population crisis
A Japanese nationalist party led by fiery anti-globalist Sohei Kamiya was among the biggest winners in this summer’s parliamentary election ...
Bangladesh, Afghanistan go into T20I series with different goals
Bangladesh and Afghanistan will lock horns in a three-match T20I series starting today in Sharjah, with both sides approaching the contest from contrasting perspectives.
Protests in Pakistan-administered Kashmir leave 4 people dead and over 100 injured
Thousands of demonstrators demanding subsidies on food, electricity and other services have clashed with police in Pakistan-administered Kashmir ...