Japan's household spending has slumped at a record pace as measures to slow the spread of the coronavirus kept people at home. Government figures show household spending dropped by 16.2% in May from a ... ( read original story ...)
At least 20 dead as floods sweep away houses in south Japan
Deep floodwaters and the risk of more mudslides that left about 20 people confirmed or presumed dead hampered search and rescue operations on Sunday in southern Japan, including at elderly home ... ( read original story ...)
6.1 magnitude earthquake jolts Indonesia; no tsunami warning issued
The quake struck at 5.54 am with the epicentre at 53 km northwest Jepara of the province and a depth of 578 km under the sea bed. ( read original story ...)
Please Explain podcast: Indonesia, the coronavirus hot-spot next door
In this episode, national editor Tory Maguire is joined by South-East Asia correspondent James Massola to discuss the challenges Indonesia faces in trying to contain the virus. ( read original story ...)
At least 2 dead, 7 missing in boat capsizing in Indonesia
An overloaded fishing boat carrying 28 people capsized in eastern Indonesia, killing at least two children and leaving seven other people missing, an official said Monday. Boat crews on nearby vessels ... ( read original story ...)
The Latest: India’s coronavirus death toll passes 20,000
India’s death toll from the coronavirus has passed 20,000, with case numbers surging past 700,000. The country reported 467 new deaths in the last 24 hours, taking the toll to 20,160. It also recorded ... ( read original story ...)
Asian shares hit speed bump, China extends sharp rally
Asian shares paused for breath on Tuesday following a surge sparked by speculation Beijing is trying to orchestrate a major domestic bull run to support an economy hit by the coronavirus and a ... ( read original story ...)
Three reasons India can’t quickly distance itself from China despite the border clash
Experts say it is difficult for New Delhi to disengage from Beijing and reduce its ties in the near term because of how intertwined the countries have become in recent decades. ( read original story ...)
China Justifies Military Moves Near Islands As Asia-Pacific Feuds Heat Up
"The U.S. intends to drive a wedge between regional countries, promote militarization of the South China Sea and undermine peace and stability in the region," a Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson ... ( read original story ...)
Asia Today: China’s university exam begins after virus delay
Almost 11 million students began taking China's university entrance exam Tuesday after a delay as the country worked to bring down coronavirus infections. The grueling two-day university entrance exam ... ( read original story ...)