Is Philippines’ laws on underwater cables lagging behind its digital hub goal?
Published: 5:36pm, 19 Oct 2026Updated: 5:41pm, 19 Oct 2026 The Philippines’ telco industry wants the country to become a regional digital hub anchored by...
Can Malaysian reform party Bersama survive a founders’ scandal?
A Malaysian reform party led by two former cabinet ministers faces a new test ahead of a crucial state election after one of its...
Google Gemini 4 agents just beat Minecraft with no human intervention
Agents split up tasks, warned about threats and even recovered items from dead teammates.
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Art or box office? How Hong Kong plans to measure the value of a play, ballet or symphony
Published: 5:14pm, 19 Oct 2026Updated: 6:46pm, 19 Oct 2026 Established performing arts groups in Hong Kong should rely less on public subsidies to make...
PLA hits out at Chinese student accused of wearing Japanese rising sun flag in classroom
Published: 5:07pm, 19 Oct 2026Updated: 5:51pm, 19 Oct 2026 The People’s Liberation Army has criticised a Chinese student who reportedly wore the Japanese rising...
Rebound in China’s GDP growth keeps 2026 target in sight
China’s economy grew faster than expected in the third quarter, keeping it broadly on track to meet Beijing’s annual growth target, as robust global...
Terrorism squad probes car attack that critically injured Australian lawmaker
Published: 4:56pm, 19 Oct 2026Updated: 7:21pm, 19 Oct 2026 Australian lawmaker Helen Haines was in a critical condition on Monday after being deliberately struck...
Manned-Unmanned Teaming Moves Higher on South Korea’s Future Force Agenda
SEOUL, Republic of Korea — October 2026 — South Korea is increasing investment in artificial intelligence and manned-unmanned teaming as it seeks to shift...
China’s export boom creates a difficult bargain for Southeast Asia
China’s export machine is accelerating as its domestic economy remains under strain. This comes amid growing trade friction as China’s partners question whether persistent...