11 h. ago South Korea’s democracy shows ‘remarkable resilience’ as Yoon ousted by court

The ruling ends a divisive political chapter and paves the way for a presidential race that could stretch the nation’s social fabric.

Events

13 h. ago Japan faces demand for full footage over death of Sri Lankan detainee from family

Wishma Sandamali suffered from ill health and lost more than 20kg while in detention in Nagoya for months before she died in 202.

Events

14 h. ago China’s biotech firms record surge in overseas licensing deals in first quarter

Chinese drug makers landed 33 licensing deals with overseas pharmaceutical firms, with transactions totalling US$36.2 billion.

Economics

25 h. ago Japan issues megaquake warning, but many travellers from Hong Kong undeterred

Tour bookings remain steady while insurance executives urge travellers to secure coverage.

Events

26 h. ago Marco Rubio says US committed to Nato but tells allies to spend more

Trump has demanded Nato more than double its current spending target to five per cent of GDP – more than any, including the US, spend now.

Politics

28 h. ago Japan bento chain’s ‘no rice’ April Fool’s joke goes down the wrong way

The joke is ‘not funny’ and in bad taste, given how rice shortages are a big concern in Japan, its unhappy critics say.

Politics

29 h. ago Japan’s municipalities unready to deal with major earthquake: survey

The survey comes after Japan’s government estimated that up to 298,000 people could die from a megaquake along the Nankai Trough.

Politics

33 h. ago Xiaomi delivers record cars in March as winners emerge in China's EV race

Xiaomi delivers record cars in March as winners emerge in China's EV race  CNBC

Politics

47 h. ago Myanmar earthquake: Ruling military announces temporary ceasefire

Myanmar earthquake: Ruling military announces temporary ceasefire  BBC

Events

47 h. ago Myanmar junta declares temporary ceasefire for quake relief as death toll tops 3,000

The truce, to show compassion for people affected by Friday’s 7.7 magnitude earthquake, will run until April 22.

Events

47 h. ago Hong Kong rescue team pulls survivor from rubble of Myanmar earthquake

Commander of the city’s search team said they “will grasp every opportunity, never give up, and do its best to find the remaining survivors”.

Events

49 h. ago China urges Myanmar to protect rescuers after military fires shots at aid convoy

Chinese earthquake relief team confirmed safe after Myanmar’s military admits to firing warning shots, causing rescuers to retreat.

Events

51 h. ago Chinese traffic police brigade grants rare cancer boy his dream to be cop for a day

Despite intense treatment, child shows remarkable resilience throughout challenging journey.

Events

51 h. ago Chinese traffic police grant boy with rare cancer his dream to be cop for a day

Despite intense treatment, child shows remarkable resilience throughout challenging journey.

Events

52 h. ago ‘Earthquake drunk’ Thais given advice on how to deal with post

The syndrome, caused by an overstimulated nervous system, is more common among those with anxiety disorders and migraines, experts say.

Politics

52 h. ago Deaths from future big earthquake in Philippines may surpass 50,000: seismologist

The forecast comes after a 7.7-magnitude quake in Myanmar last week left over 2,700 people dead and caused a building in Bangkok to collapse.

Events

53 h. ago ‘Malicious’ Japan TV interview claiming Chinese eat crows ruffles feathers in China

A freelance producer had manipulated the clip for maximum entertainment value, network claimed.

Politics

53 h. ago ‘Malicious’ Japan TV clip claiming Chinese eat crows ruffles feathers in China

‘Malicious’ Japan TV clip claiming Chinese eat crows ruffles feathers in China  South China Morning Post

Politics

57 h. ago Japan’s US missile venture draws flak from North Korea after Hegseth visit

A North Korean defence ministry official chastised the US for aggravating security risks and ‘conniving’ to make Japan a ‘military giant’.

Events

58 h. ago Japan’s second ‘baby hatch’ for abandoned infants opens as economic pressures mount

With thousands of product prices rising, the cost of raising a child is becoming an impossible burden for some young Japanese women.

Economics