Territorial disputes between the two nations have persisted since last year, sparking fears of a larger armed conflict that could involve the United States, which has repeatedly warned that it’s obliged to defend the Philippines.
Thai PM orders probe after 6 foreign nationals found dead in Bangkok hotel
A police official, speaking on condition of anonymity, dismissed earlier reports in Thai media that the six people had been killed in a shooting.
World’s rarest whale may have washed up in New Zealand, possibly shedding clues on species
With no live sightings recorded, scientists say a creature that washed up on a South Island beach is believed to be a spade-toothed whale.
Latest EU sanctions on Russia target circumvention and high-value sectors
After delay caused by disagreement among EU member states, the Council of the European Commission has adopted its 14th Russia sanctions package targeting high-value sectors of the Russian economy.
Singapore’s latest internal security cases show alarming speed of radicalisation
Observers say the cases, one involving the youngest-ever individual to be dealt with under the Internal Security Act at 14, mark the alarming speed of radicalisation.
Malaysia’s anticipated open access power grid regime could pose challenges
As Malaysia readies for an open access power grid, the country’s energy market needs to be aware of the possible challenges ahead in order to successfully navigate the change.
In Japan, a startup turns ‘Her’ AI dating into reality: ‘she’s become a habit’
Loverse, an app that allows interaction only with generative AI, is the latest in a long line of digital solutions to Japan’s loneliness crisis.
South China Sea: what do Filipinos think about the Manila-Beijing row?
Beijing’s actions have grown more aggressive, Filipinos say, amid concerns for regional stability and fishermen’s livelihoods.
Indian company under investigation for alleged sexual abuse and exploitation of employees
Police in the state of Bihar have made several arrests after a video allegedly showing a young female employee being beaten went viral.
Killing of Philippine eagle sparks calls for tougher laws to save critically endangered bird
Some 392 pairs live in the country’s forests that are also home to indigenous communities who rely on poaching to get by.