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Ukraine to set up ‘invincibility’ shelters as cold, snow set in
Russian air attacks have destroyed much of Ukraine’s power infrastructure, leaving people unable to light or heat their homes.
Ukraine’s government has promised to set up shelters to provide heat and water after relentless Russian air…
Indonesia quake death toll rises to over 250, 151 others missing
The death toll from Monday's magnitude 5.6 earthquake on Java Island in Indonesia rose to more than 250 with 151 unaccounted for, according to the country's disaster management agency.
More than 20,000 houses were damaged and over 58,000…
US to give Philippines $7.5 million to boost maritime patrol in South China Sea
On board one of the Philippines’ biggest vessels patrolling the disputed South China Sea, United States Vice-President Kamala Harris on Tuesday announced that Washington is allotting US$7.5 million to boost the capabilities of Manila’s…
Japan begins to probe Unification Church, eyes depriving tax benefits
The Japanese government began investigating the Unification Church on Tuesday, paving the way for requesting a court to consider depriving the controversial group of its status as a religious corporation with tax benefits.
The Cultural…
Myanmar junta snubbed at Asean defence chiefs’ meet
The Association of South-east Asian (ASEAN) defense chiefs held their annual retreat on Tuesday without a representative from Myanmar amid the prolonged political crisis in the country.
With Covid-19 on the wane, ASEAN started physical…
Government panel wants Japan public to pay more for defense buildup
A government panel on Tuesday urged "the whole nation" to shoulder a heavier burden to build up the country's defense capabilities amid growing security challenges, effectively asking for tax hikes instead of new national bond issuances.…
Malaysian police chief warns against provocative social media posts as political parties race to…
The Malaysian police have warned social media users against posting provocative content that could threaten public safety and order, after reports of online posts that reference racial riots and unrest following Saturday’s general election.…
Japan sets up panel to review foreign trainee program
The Japanese government set up Tuesday a panel of experts mainly composed of academics, municipal government chiefs and lawyers who will review the country's problematic foreign technical intern program and propose ways to improve it.
An…
India and Cambodia expanding bilateral relations on the sidelines of the ASEAN Summit
In the ever-evolving geopolitics of the Indo-Pacific region, India’s progressing relationship with the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) seems vital. This year marks the 30th year of ASEAN-India relations and has been…
Millions of lives under threat in Ukraine this winter – WHO
The lives of millions will be under threat in Ukraine this winter, the World Health Organization has said.
Half of Ukraine's energy infrastructure is either damaged or destroyed, and 10 million are currently without power,…