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Australian PM says 'Islamic State ideology' drove Bondi Beach gunmen

Sajid Akram and his son Naveed opened fire on Jewish crowds thronging the famous beach for Hanukkah on Sunday evening, killing 15 people and wounding dozens more.

4 hours ago
Asia & Pacific

Thailand cuts Laos fuel route as Cambodia border conflict deepens

Over half a million people have been displaced by the fighting, which has killed at least 38 on both sides over the past eight days, according to national authorities, who mounted a round of evacuations in July when the neighbors clashed for five days. ...

1 day ago
Asia & Pacific

Albanese faces Israel pressure after Bondi Beach attack

Albanese called for unity on Monday and said his government was prepared to take whatever action is necessary, after Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Albanese "did nothing" to curb antisemitism, rising since 2023. ...

1 day ago

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Strategic ‘void’ risks muddling Prabowo’s global charm offensive

While helping raise Indonesia’s global visibility, the President's overseas trips seem to lack a solid strategy and if so, could ultimately backfire, according to analysts.

1 month ago
Asia & Pacific

LDP, Japan Innovation Party effectively strike policy deal for coalition

The move marks a new phase in Japan's multiparty politics following the Komeito party's departure from its 26-year alliance with the LDP.

1 month ago
Asia & Pacific

Pakistan, Afghanistan agree to 'immediate ceasefire' in Qatar talks

After talks Saturday in Doha mediated by Qatar and Turkey to ease tensions, Qatar's foreign ministry said "the two sides agreed to an immediate ceasefire and the establishment of mechanisms to consolidate lasting peace and stability between the two countries".

1 month ago
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Thousands flee Philippine coast as storm approaches

Fengshen will bring heavy rainfall, along with a "minimal to moderate risk" of coastal flooding from 1 to 2 meters waves being pushed ashore by the disturbance, the government weather service said.

1 month ago
Asia & Pacific

South Koreans return from Cambodia facing investigation over online scams

More than 1,000 South Koreans are believed to be among about 200,000 people of various nationalities involved in the scam compounds in Cambodia.

1 month ago
Asia & Pacific

Trump due in South Korea on October 29 for APEC summit

The US president is expected to be "arriving on the 29th", an official from the office told AFP.

2 months ago
Asia & Pacific

Myanmar junta chief admits election won't be nationwide

Critics and many Western nations view the election - due to start in late December and the first since the coup - as a sham exercise to legitimise the military's rule via proxy political parties. Dozens of anti-junta parties are either banned or refusing to take part.

2 months ago
Asia & Pacific

Trump to attend signing of Thailand-Cambodia 'peace deal'

Tensions between Thailand and Cambodia erupted in July into the deadliest military clashes in decades, killing more than 40 people and forcing around 300,000 to flee their homes.

2 months ago
Asia & Pacific

Major Japanese opposition party seeks policy consensus in bid to take power

The head of a major Japanese opposition party on Tuesday called on other opposition forces to unite on key policies to pave the way for a change in government, amid growing uncertainty over whether the ruling party can remain in power.

2 months ago
Asia & Pacific

Google says Australian law on teen social media use 'extremely difficult' to enforce

Governments and tech firms around the world are closely watching Australia, which in December will become the first country to block the use of social media by people younger than 16.

2 months ago
Asia & Pacific

Ishiba stresses lessons of war, civilian control

Ishiba renewed Japan's pledge to pursue peace in his message marking 80 years since the end of World War II, stressing the importance of civilian control over the military as a key lesson from the war rather than delving into divisive historical interpretations.

2 months ago
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Indonesia, North Korea renew ties in first ministerial visit in 12 years

A renewed bilateral agreement between Indonesia and North Korea aims to strengthen the relationship between the two countries, according to a statement issued by the Foreign Ministry.

2 months ago
Asia & Pacific

Firefights erupt between Pakistani, Afghan forces along the border

The exchange of fire took place at more than six locations along the border, accordingto Pakistani security officials.

2 months ago
Asia & Pacific

Global court rejects release bid by Philippines ex-president Duterte

ICC prosecutors have charged Duterte with three counts of crimes against humanity, alleging his involvement in at least 76 murders as part of his "war on drugs".

2 months ago
Asia & Pacific

ASEAN to discuss Myanmar election observers at October summit

The invitation to send election observers was extended to all ASEAN member states.

2 months ago
Asia & Pacific

South Korea summons Cambodian envoy over job scams targeting nationals

Many of the South Korean kidnapping victims are said to have been lured by fraudulent job offers promising high pay, according to lawmaker Na Kyung-won.

2 months ago
Asia & Pacific

Japan in political crisis as coalition collapses

Takaichi became head of the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) less than a week ago and had been expected to be approved by parliament as premier this month.

2 months ago
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Foreign Minister Sugiono to visit North Korea

Minister Sugiono flies to Pyongyang at the invitation of his North Korean counterpart Choe Son-hui to discuss ways for both countries to strengthen bilateral, regional and global cooperation, according to the Foreign Ministry.

2 months ago
Asia & Pacific

Three killed as major quake strikes southern Philippines

The quake hit about 20 kilometers off Manay town in the Mindanao region at 9:43 a.m., according to the United States Geological Survey.

2 months ago
Asia & Pacific

As media trust crumbles, online buzz booms in Japan

The new media landscape has implications for not only traditional journalism, but Japanese democracy.

2 months ago
Asia & Pacific

Myanmar junta strike kills dozens at festival protest: Residents

Myanmar has been reeling from civil war since the military seized power in a 2021 coup, prompting pro-democracy rebels to take up arms and ally with ethnic armed groups against the junta.

2 months ago
Asia & Pacific

Over a dozen wounded in rare Sydney mass shooting

Police were called on Sunday evening to the city's Inner West, where the alleged gunman was firing from his property at random at passing cars and police.

2 months ago
Asia & Pacific

'We were treated like animals', deported Gaza flotilla activists say

The Global Sumud Flotilla set sail last month seeking to ferry aid to war-battered Gaza but Israel blocked the boats, detaining more than 400 people whom it began deporting on Friday.

2 months ago
Asia & Pacific

Australia, Papua New Guinea leaders sign defence alliance

Under the Pukpuk defence treaty, which is the first signed by Papua New Guinea, Australia and its northern neighbour are obliged to come to each other’s aid if attacked.

2 months ago
Asia & Pacific

Conservative Takaichi set to be Japan's first woman PM

The 64-year-old, whose hero is Margaret Thatcher, said that a "mountain of work" lay ahead to restore the fortunes of her ailing Liberal Democratic Party (LDP).

2 months ago
Asia & Pacific

Japan's next PM faces growing anti-immigration fears

The Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) will elect a new head on Saturday, who will most likely become the next prime minister after Shigeru Ishiba decided to step down.

2 months ago
Asia & Pacific

Philippines quake kills dozens as injured overwhelm hospitals

Injured children cried and adults screamed while receiving treatment on beds laid out beneath blue tents on the driveway of the Cebu Provincial Hospital in Bogo.

2 months ago
Asia & Pacific

Japan major bank to make 1-month paternity leave mandatory

Japan's Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corp. will require its employees to take at least one month's paternity leave in principle from October to encourage participation in childcare and improve the working environment.

2 months ago
Asia & Pacific

China warns Japan businesses over spying after conviction: Sources

A high-ranking Chinese government official has warned Japan's business community against spying in China, following the espionage conviction of an employee of a Japanese company, diplomatic sources said Friday.

2 months ago
Asia & Pacific

Vietnam evacuates thousands, shuts airports as Typhoon Bualoi nears

The typhoon, which was packing wind speeds of up to 133 kilometer per hour as of 2 a.m. GMT, is expected to make landfall in central Vietnam late on Sunday, earlier than previous forecasts as it was travelling fast.

2 months ago

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