US imposes new North Korea sanctions on 10 people and one entity
Washington has targeted a financial technology organisation and individuals linked to North Korea as Trump seeks renewed diplomacy with Pyongyang.
NORTH KOREA NAVY
North Korea commissions destroyer that embarrassed Kim after failed launch
The Kang Kon joins North Korea’s fleet more than a year after a failed launch left the warship badly damaged.
MIRACLE RESCUES
Chinese national rescued from Nepal tunnel 10 days after deadly floods
A Chinese worker and a 64-year-old Nepali woman were rescued alive 10 days after catastrophic floods struck Nepal’s Himalayan region.
EAST ASIA SECURITY
Japan accelerates military build-up as regional threats reshape postwar defence
Tokyo is expanding missiles, drones and defence technology as it confronts China, North Korea and growing military co-operation with Russia.
ROBOTICS & SPORT
Chinese humanoid robot Lightning runs 100m in 9.32 seconds
Honor's humanoid robot Lightning clocked 9.32 seconds in a Beijing test ahead of the World Humanoid Robot Games.
EARTHQUAKE RESPONSE
Indonesia earthquake death toll reaches 53 as rescue efforts continue
At least 53 people have died and about 5,000 fled their homes after the quake struck Flores.
SECURITY OPERATION
Pakistan says seven militants killed in Balochistan operation
Pakistan says seven militants were killed in an intelligence-led operation in Balochistan.
KOREAN PENINSULA
South Korea’s Lee proposes talks to formally end Korean War
Lee Jae Myung seeks talks with Pyongyang to replace the armistice with a peace regime.
SCHOOL SHOOTING
Police say Thai school attacker viewed violent content online
The boy had previously brought an air gun to school as authorities prepared new safety measures nationwide.
North Korea threatens military response to Japan’s defence buildup
Kim Yo Jong accused Tokyo of developing pre-emptive strike capabilities after Japan’s first live launch of a Tomahawk missile.
Japan
Japan Prepares for AI Warfare Amid Growing Security Concerns Over China
Japan has unveiled a new defense strategy focused on adapting to modern warfare, including drones and artificial intelligence, while strengt…
MILITANT VIOLENCE
Suicide Bomber Kills 14 at Anti-Militancy Rally in Pakistan
A bomber detonated his vest near a police station in Swat, killing 14 people and wounding more than 20 at a peace rally.
7.1-Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Japan, Causing Injuries, Building Collapses and Tsunami Warning
A powerful earthquake struck Japan's southern Kyushu region, injuring dozens of people, damaging homes, disrupting transport and power suppl…
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US imposes new North Korea sanctions on 10 people and one entity
Washington has targeted a financial technology organisation and individuals linked to North Korea as Trump seeks renewed diplomacy with Pyongyang.
Australian counter-terrorism team investigates flydubai co-pilot’s links
Australian police are examining the accused co-pilot’s past in Melbourne after the attack aboard flight FZ1073.
Trump hails “great friendship” with Xi as US-China talks begin
Trump praised his relationship with Xi as the Chinese president began a state visit focused on AI, security, technology and bilateral ties.
Zelensky says Ukraine sent two North Korean POWs to South Korea
Seoul has not formally confirmed the transfer, but a South Korean lawmaker says the two soldiers arrived days ago.
Three South Korean officers injured in suspected landmine blast inside DMZ
KOREAN PENINSULA
North Korea fires two ballistic missiles within three hours as regional tensions rise
Pyongyang fired two short range ballistic missiles from Wonsan days after condemning US led military exercises in the region.
North Korea commissions destroyer that embarrassed Kim after failed launch
The Kang Kon joins North Korea’s fleet more than a year after a failed launch left the warship badly damaged.
Chinese national rescued from Nepal tunnel 10 days after deadly floods
A Chinese worker and a 64-year-old Nepali woman were rescued alive 10 days after catastrophic floods struck Nepal’s Himalayan region.
Japan accelerates military build-up as regional threats reshape postwar defence
Tokyo is expanding missiles, drones and defence technology as it confronts China, North Korea and growing military co-operation with Russia.
Chinese humanoid robot Lightning runs 100m in 9.32 seconds
Honor's humanoid robot Lightning clocked 9.32 seconds in a Beijing test ahead of the World Humanoid Robot Games.
North Korea accuses Japan of preparing for an aggressive war
Pyongyang condemns Tokyo’s record defence request as Japan expands military capabilities amid regional tensions.
Indonesia earthquake death toll reaches 53 as rescue efforts continue
At least 53 people have died and about 5,000 fled their homes after the quake struck Flores.
Pakistan says seven militants killed in Balochistan operation
Pakistan says seven militants were killed in an intelligence-led operation in Balochistan.
South Korea’s Lee proposes talks to formally end Korean War
Lee Jae Myung seeks talks with Pyongyang to replace the armistice with a peace regime.
Police say Thai school attacker viewed violent content online
The boy had previously brought an air gun to school as authorities prepared new safety measures nationwide.
Typhoon Hits Japan With Winds Reaching 60 Meters per Second
Typhoon Dolphin struck Japan’s Amami Islands and Okinawa Prefecture on Saturday, with winds reaching 60 meters per second over the ocean and leaving around 56,000 homes without electricity.
North Korea threatens military response to Japan’s defence buildup
Kim Yo Jong accused Tokyo of developing pre-emptive strike capabilities after Japan’s first live launch of a Tomahawk missile.
Japan Prepares for AI Warfare Amid Growing Security Concerns Over China
Japan has unveiled a new defense strategy focused on adapting to modern warfare, including drones and artificial intelligence, while strengthening its domestic defense industry amid growing concerns over China's expanding military presence in the Pacific.
Suicide Bomber Kills 14 at Anti-Militancy Rally in Pakistan
A bomber detonated his vest near a police station in Swat, killing 14 people and wounding more than 20 at a peace rally.
7.1-Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Japan, Causing Injuries, Building Collapses and Tsunami Warning
A powerful earthquake struck Japan's southern Kyushu region, injuring dozens of people, damaging homes, disrupting transport and power supplies, and prompting authorities to issue a tsunami warning while emergency assessments continue.