The Straits Times

Central Japan cities hit 40 deg C, officially marking first ‘kokushobi’
Johor authorities revoke Network School’s business licences
Great Barrier Reef at risk of ‘collapse’, scientists warn
China summons Philippine ambassador over clash in disputed waters
South Korea promises free homegrown AI chatbot in 2026
India summons senior Russian diplomat over killing of four Indian ship crew
South Korea probes diplomatic academy hack, eyes possible North Korea link
More than 15 Indian workers trapped after hydroelectric tunnel blast kills nine
China must offer reassurance on its military buildup, Australian Foreign Minister says
Forest City welcomes Network School government probe, says it has cooperated fully
Taiwan lawmakers remove legal hurdles for Starlink to operate
China summons Philippine ambassador over South China Sea encounter
Economic losses from Vietnam’s deadly floods, landslides estimated at nearly $22 million
Desperate Rohingya risk deadly voyages at sea as trafficking surges
South Korea’s pink pregnancy badges being resold online, raising concerns over misuse
India youth group says protest to continue after Delhi clashes injure 180
Rohingya targeted by resurgence of ‘hateful’ disinformation in Malaysia
Crime gangs snare more than $88 billion in scams in Asia-Pacific, UN says
Scam losses in Asian regions up to $147 billion in 2025: UN