81 m. ago South Korea’s entertainment industry faces ‘actor risk’ amid celebrity scandals, costly delays

Scandals like Kim Soo-hyun’s are disrupting South Korea’s entertainment industry, causing production delays and costly reshoots, raising ethical standards debates.

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3 h. ago Does India’s surprise tariff move on US signal a tougher stance on trade or just ‘symbolism’?

Delhi’s WTO complaint on US steel and aluminium tariffs highlights India’s aim to protect its trade interests without direct retaliation, observers said.

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4 h. ago China reveals tech ‘breakthrough’ behind Pakistan’s hypersonic strike on India

Chinese missiles were used by Pakistan to destroy an Indian air defence system last week in what is believed to be their first combat use.

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5 h. ago Indonesia’s costly bet on French Rafale jets under scrutiny after India

US$8.1 billion deal for 42 Rafale jets triggers alarm, but Pakistan’s claims may offer grounds for ‘evaluation’ of their use in Indonesia’s defence strategy.

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10 h. ago Donald Trump Tariff Live Updates: China, US trade deal kicks in, slashing most tariffs

Donald Trump Tariff Live Updates: China, US trade deal kicks in, slashing most tariffs  Times of India

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10 h. ago China reasserts India border claims with fresh list of ‘standard’ place names

More than a dozen mountains are among the new spots assigned Chinese names in Arunachal Pradesh, known in China as Zangnan.

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10 h. ago Kashmir conflict: the Chinese warplanes and weapons used by Pakistan

China is Pakistan’s biggest arms supplier, and its fighter jets and missiles played a key role in last week’s military exchanges with India.

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14 h. ago Get a second job? How Hongkongers on BN(O) visas are bracing for UK’s rule changes

Uncertainty abounds as Hongkongers fear potentially facing unexpected costs, additional wait for MPF under UK’s tightening of immigration policy.

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14 h. ago Get a second job? Stick it out? Hongkongers on BN(O) visas rue rule changes

Uncertainty abounds as Hongkongers fear potentially facing unexpected costs, additional wait for MPF under UK’s tightening of immigration policy.

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14 h. ago Why Trump’s freebie Qatar jet is the stuff of nightmares in spyworld

Legal and ethical qualms aside, the luxury Boeing 747 would present a prime opportunity to bug, track and surveil the US president.

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25 h. ago Xi Jinping calls for unity, Pakistan’s ‘ABC’ system against India: SCMP daily highlights

From Xi Jinping calling on countries to stand together to why top mathematicians are choosing China, here’s a round-up from today’s coverage.

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25 h. ago Tariffs Latest: India's Tariff Move, Trump Hails 'Total Reset' of U.S.

Tariffs Latest: India's Tariff Move, Trump Hails 'Total Reset' of U.S.-China Relations, Bessent Comments From Saudi  Barron's

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27 h. ago India kills 3 suspected militants in Kashmir gun battle amid Pakistan ceasefire

The gun battle in Indian-administered Kashmir on Tuesday, was the first since a tourist attack nearly sparked war between India and Pakistan.

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28 h. ago India seeks deeper defence ties with Japan amid push for strategic self

Japan can play a critical role in helping India respond to security threats, as New Delhi looks to broaden weapons procurement, analysts note.

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30 h. ago As easy as ABC? How Pakistan unified radars, jets and warning aircraft against India

Chinese defence industry report says intelligent systems and not firepower superiority are now the deciding factors.

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33 h. ago Rafale maker Dassault shares plummet; China's CAC, manufacturer of J

Rafale maker Dassault shares plummet; China's CAC, manufacturer of J-10, sees stock soar  Hindustan Times

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39 h. ago Big Chinese pharma firms can withstand Trump’s policies with cost advantages: analysts

Trump seeks to slash domestic drug prices, bring back pharmaceutical manufacturing to the US and slap tariffs on imports.

Politics

41 h. ago Opinion | China faces a tough balancing act with India and Pakistan

Opinion | China faces a tough balancing act with India and Pakistan  South China Morning Post

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47 h. ago India’s Modi demands Pakistan dismantle terror ‘infrastructure’ for peace after Kashmir clashes

The comments were the first by the Indian PM on the military clashes with Pakistan since last week’s deadly fighting between the nuclear-armed neighbours.

Events

47 h. ago India’s Modi warns Pakistan of more strikes if there is a ‘terrorist attack’

In first comments on clashes with Pakistan since last week’s deadly fighting, Modi said India would not be deterred by ‘nuclear blackmail’.

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