Everest climbers left hanging after giant ice chunk blocks path to summit
A large ice chunk is blocking the climbing route to Everest’s summit, risking delays in the summit season at the world’s highest peak, according...
Malaysian state in crisis after Umno pulls support for chief minister in royal row
The ruling administration of Malaysia’s Negeri Sembilan state is at the brink of collapse after a key ally withdrew support on Monday in a...
JMOD Details Type-03 Missile Plans In Briefing to Yonaguni Residents
On March 3, the Okinawa Defense Bureau of Japan’s Ministry of Defense (JMOD) released materials from a briefing held the previous day in Yonaguni...
China-Japan tensions a boon to Hong Kong tourism for ‘golden week’, expert says
The appreciating yuan and ongoing Sino-Japanese tensions have given Hong Kong tourism a boost ahead of mainland China’s Labour Day “golden week” holiday, with...
Indonesian migrant smugglers target Malaysia entry via Singapore, Thailand
Malaysian immigration authorities say they have uncovered an Indonesian migrant-smuggling syndicate that moved people from sea crossings to a more elaborate route through Singapore...
DJI-Insta360 rivalry, nuclear hint for China’s next carrier: 5 weekend reads you missed
We have put together stories from our coverage last weekend to help you stay informed about news across Asia and beyond. If you would...
China unveils ultra-cheap ‘all-iron battery’ for renewable energy storage
Chinese scientists have achieved a breakthrough in “all-iron flow battery” technology that could sharply reduce the cost of storing renewable energy while significantly extending...
Netanyahu’s biggest rivals join forces for Israel’s coming election
Two of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s most formidable political rivals said on Sunday they were joining forces in a bid to oust his...