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Activists of different trade unions and farmer’s organizations burn an effigy of US President Donald Trump, near the American Consulate during a protest rally on trade tariffs and the war in Gaza, in Kolkata, India, on August 13. Photo: AP

South Asia

Trump exempts Indian items from tariffs amid rising consumer costs

Rising US grocery prices have led to exemptions for dozens of food items from Washington’s reciprocal tariffs.

Samsung, Hyundai announce US$310 billion domestic investment plans

Can Bhutan’s Singapore-inspired ‘mindfulness city’ lure its youth back?

Economics

Can Danantara’s haj village bid reshape Indonesia’s global presence?

Sovereign fund, led by Pandu Pandu, aims to boost economic growth by investing in key sectors like healthcare and renewable energy.

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A sign for Indonesia’s sovereign wealth fund Danantara is seen in front of its headquarters in Jakarta, Indonesia. Photo: Reuters
A sign for Indonesia’s sovereign wealth fund Danantara is seen in front of its headquarters in Jakarta, Indonesia. Photo: Reuters

Lifestyle & Culture

Japan’s ‘monster parents’ heap misery on teachers with absurd demands

Things have got so bad that Tokyo is creating guidelines recommending police and lawyers be called to handle difficult parental encounters.

Politics

Can ‘passive’ Philippine body deliver accountability in anti-corruption fight?

Limited powers for the Independent Commission for Infrastructure may hamper its ability to tackle flood control fraud, analysts say.

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Politics

Why Singapore’s PAP is taking aim at opposition WP so soon after an election

The PAP’s war of words against the WP is a calculated approach for it to get a head start before the next election, analysts say.

A voter casting a ballot at a polling station in Singapore at the May 3 general election. Photo: EPA-EFE
A voter casting a ballot at a polling station in Singapore at the May 3 general election. Photo: EPA-EFE

Economics

Malaysia’s start-ups shiver through a venture capital deep freeze

Global risk capital has fled Asia, with the region’s entrepreneurs left to fight over a dwindling pool of funds.

East Asia

Singer Nana hospitalised with injuries after overpowering home intruder

The K-pop star and her mother subdued the suspect, who is in custody on charges of aggravated robbery.

Southeast Asia

Philippine church rallies over corruption scandal, piling pressure on Marcos

Iglesia ni Cristo members demanded accountability in the government over corruption related to flood control projects.

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Iglesia ni Cristo members attend an anti-corruption protest at a park in Manila on Sunday. Photo: AFP

East Asia

Japan battles drug crisis as youths get hooked on ‘zombie cigarettes’

The etomidate-laced vapes are spreading via social media, prompting nationwide vigilance and crackdowns on trafficking.

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In many cases, etomidate is inhaled from an electronic cigarette or vape device. Photo: Eugene Lee
In many cases, etomidate is inhaled from an electronic cigarette or vape device. Photo: Eugene Lee

Politics

Justice or chaos? Bangladesh on edge as Hasina verdict looms

The verdict on Monday could pile pressure on the interim administration as it seeks to reform the country ahead of next year’s election.

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East Asia

How Baumkuchen ‘tree cake’ survived disasters to become a Japanese favourite

German confectioner Karl Juchheim baked Baumkuchen while he was imprisoned on Ninoshima island more than 100 years ago.

Health & Environment

Climate collapse: Southeast Asia’s new normal?

With a 30th year of Cop climate talks under way in Brazil, for many of Asia’s most vulnerable populations, the crisis is already here.

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Southeast Asia

11 dead, 12 missing after landslide hits Indonesia’s Central Java: official

The landslide, caused by heavy rainfall, hit three villages in Central Java province on Thursday, burying some houses and damaging others.

A damaged area after a landslide at Cibeunying Village in Cilacap Regency, Central Java, Indonesia, on Friday. Photo: Indonesia’s National Disaster Management Agency via Xinhua
A damaged area after a landslide at Cibeunying Village in Cilacap Regency, Central Java, Indonesia, on Friday. Photo: Indonesia’s National Disaster Management Agency via Xinhua

Politics

Why a document on South Korea-US trade, security pacts is sparking concerns

A key aspect of the document details US approval for South Korea to build nuclear-powered attack submarines.

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Southeast Asia

‘I saw her die before my eyes’: Namewee breaks silence on Iris Hsieh’s death

Rapper, released after a probe into Iris Hsieh’s death, recounts efforts to save her, urging public to stop cyberbullying deceased influencer.

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Health & Environment

Climate collapse: Southeast Asia’s new normal?

With a 30th year of Cop climate talks under way in Brazil, for many of Asia’s most vulnerable populations, the crisis is already here.

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Illustration: Huy Truong
Illustration: Huy Truong

Politics

The Philippines wants Xi to visit. It wants a South China Sea code more

Chinese President Xi Jinping hasn’t set foot in Manila since 2018. His invitation to return comes with conditions attached.

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Economics

America’s ‘concerning’ lust for rare earths rocks Southeast Asia

Hastily signed rare earths pacts with Thailand and Malaysia have raised alarm about the environmental and economic fallout.

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People

How Wee Ee Cheong is planting the seeds for UOB’s next 90 years

The UOB CEO talks succession, acquisitions and the importance of preserving the bank’s cultural ‘trunk’ – just like his beloved bonsai.

UOB CEO Wee Ee Cheong. Photo: David Wirawan
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Health & Environment

Climate collapse: Southeast Asia’s new normal?

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Illustration: Huy Truong

Economics

Can Bhutan’s Singapore-inspired ‘mindfulness city’ lure its youth back?

An artist’s impression of Bhutan’s Gelephu Mindfulness City. Photo: Facebook/Gelephu Mindfulness City

Politics

Can ‘passive’ Philippine body deliver accountability in anti-corruption fight?

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An aerial view of submerged houses and farm lands in Tuguegarao City, Cagayan province, north of Manila, on November 11, after Typhoon Fung-Wong lashed the Philippines. Photo: AFP

Economics

Can Danantara’s haj village bid reshape Indonesia’s global presence?

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A sign for Indonesia’s sovereign wealth fund Danantara is seen in front of its headquarters in Jakarta, Indonesia. Photo: Reuters

Lifestyle & Culture

Japan’s ‘monster parents’ heap misery on teachers with absurd demands

With Japanese teachers often overseeing multiple classes of around 30 students per year group, parents’ demands quickly become overwhelming. Photo: Shutterstock
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