Asia
Around 250 missing after Rohingya boat capsizes in Andaman Sea, UN agencies say
The UN agencies said the trawler carrying around 250 men, women, and children reportedly sank due to heavy winds, rough seas, and overcrowding.
Ashes of Pompeii: New study confirms ancient city's role within Rome’s global trade route
Iranians rally outside US embassies worldwide, urge continued pressure on Tehran
Ignoring Central Asia’s environmental crisis is a strategic mistake - opinion
China finds bigger role as US sidesteps Brazil climate summit - analysis
China moves to fill the diplomatic void at COP30 as the US skips the summit, leveraging its backstage role to shape global climate talks.
Japan asks China to take steps after it discouraged visits to Japan, Kyodo reports
Japan requests that China reverse its warning against travel to Japan after comments on Taiwan sparked a diplomatic dispute.
Japanese divided on military response to China over Taiwan, Kyodo poll shows
A survey shows that over half of the population backed Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's plan to increase defense spending.
Indonesia mosque blast suspect inspired by neo-Nazi figures, white supremacist ideology
Explosions at a mosque in Indonesia's capital Jakarta that injured dozens of people during Friday prayers, with a 17-year-old student the suspected perpetrator.
Car explosion near New Delhi's Red Fort kills at eight, injuring 20
Several vehicles caught fire in the incident, which occurred near New Delhi's Red Fort Metro station.
Indonesia grants national hero status to late strongman President Suharto
"A prominent figure from Central Java province, a hero of the struggle for independence, General Suharto stood out since the independence era," said an announcer during the award ceremony.
Pakistan maternity leave termination leads to landmark case with monetary compensation
After being fired while on maternity leave, Islamabad IT expert Zainab Zahra wins a case that could reshape workplace rights in Pakistan.
Indira Gandhi refused Israel, India plan to hit Pakistan’s Kahuta site
Former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi refused to go ahead with a secret strike on Pakistan’s nuclear site, claims an ex-CIA officer.
Asia-Pacific police forces strengthened by Israel's Camero-Tech gear
XAVER 400 provides real-time situational awareness, giving teams vital intelligence about the scene they are entering before they breach the space
Danger of US giving Saudis F35s: Golden opportunity for normalization slipping away? - analysis
The Trump administration might sell F-35s to Saudi Arabia without Riyadh agreeing to recognise Jerusalem, in a move that could shake up the Middle East.
