We have selected seven stories from the SCMP’s coverage of Asia over the past week that resonated with our readers and shed light on topical issues. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing.
1. In Japan, surge in shoplifting by foreign gangs sparks vigilance warning

2. What’s behind the no-show of North Korean troops in Ukraine war?

3. Paranormal event or hoax? ‘Missing’ Malaysian influencer rescued from jungle
