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How long until America Inc revolts on Trump?

I do not believe that Donald Trump is secretly a Russian plant, hired by the Kremlin to destroy Americaโ€™s economy and global influence. But frustratingly, Trumpโ€™s actions are often indistinguishable from what he might do if hewerea foreign agent bent on destruction. Letโ€™s take stock of some of his latest moves. First, thereโ€™s yet another [โ€ฆ] The post How long until America Inc revolts on Trump? appeared first on Asia...

Published on: March 31, 2025 | Source: Asia Times favicon Asia Times

'Nothing is left' - Myanmar's capital reels from earthquake

The BBC is in Myanmar's capital Nay Pyi Taw to see the destruction caused by the devastating earthquake.

Published on: March 31, 2025 | Source: BBC Asia favicon BBC Asia

More Myanmar quake survivors pulled from rubble

At least 1,700 people have died in Myanmar, and while many countries have sent aid and support, a lack of equipment is severely hampering rescue efforts.

Published on: March 31, 2025 | Source: BBC Asia favicon BBC Asia

China Conducts South China Sea Patrol as US Defense Chief Visits Philippines

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has pledged to bolster Manila's capacity to push back against Beijing's growing assertiveness in the South China Sea.

Published on: March 31, 2025 | Source: The Diplomat favicon The Diplomat

Southeast Asiaโ€™s Growing Maritime Security Agenda Challenge

From undersea cables to grey zone coercion, the region's states face challenges in managing intensifying strategic competition while addressing comprehensive maritime security issues.

Published on: March 31, 2025 | Source: The Diplomat favicon The Diplomat

In Laos, USAID Freeze Hampers Vital Bomb Removal Efforts

With its sweeping aid cuts, the Trump administration has effectively ended U.S. efforts to address a deadly legacy of the Vietnam War.

Published on: March 31, 2025 | Source: The Diplomat favicon The Diplomat

Death Toll from Myanmar Earthquake Tops 1,700 as Aftershocks Hit

The country's civil war has hampered relief efforts, while junta controls have made it hard to gauge the quake's impact in remote regions.

Published on: March 31, 2025 | Source: The Diplomat favicon The Diplomat

PNGโ€™s first โ€˜glassmanโ€™ sorcery conviction: can it โ€˜stop madnessโ€™ of mob justice?

After a horrific machete killing, a landmark ruling in Papua New Guinea aims to curb deadly sorcery accusations driven by jealousy and greed.

Published on: March 31, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Hutchison says it is evaluating a potential spin-off of its worldwide telecoms business

โ€œFrom time to time, the [group] receives proposals and explores and evaluates opportunities that may be available,โ€ Hutchison said in a statement.

Published on: March 31, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Magic moments at Hong Kong Sevensโ€™ new Kai Tak home despite teething troubles

Long-time attendees and newcomers alike praise stadiumโ€™s modern facilities and cleanliness but some say thereโ€™s also room for improvement.

Published on: March 31, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Why retirees are the future of Chinaโ€™s outbound tourism market

Over-65s make up a fast-growing segment of Chinaโ€™s vast outbound travel market โ€“ and they tend to be big spenders.

Published on: March 31, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Oliver Stone to testify at US House panel JFK assassination files hearing

Directorโ€™s 1991 film JFK faced criticism for suggesting Kennedyโ€™s death was result of high-level conspiracies. Stone will testify on Tuesday.

Published on: March 30, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Trump planning to visit Saudi Arabia in mid-May: reports

Saudi Arabia has been taking a more prominent role in US foreign policy. News website Axios reported the trip on Sunday, citing US officials.

Published on: March 30, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Up to 60% of Hong Kong landslides on private slopes related to poor upkeep

Authorities warn higher drainage capacity for slopes needed, with more extreme weather expected in the future.

Published on: March 30, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Trump wants India to buy US corn - but here's why it probably won't

India feeds over a billion people, yet low yields and poor infrastructure keep agriculture lagging.

Published on: March 30, 2025 | Source: BBC Asia favicon BBC Asia

Venezuela says it has received first high-level criminal among US deportees

Interior minister said deportee โ€˜belongs to a gang from Trujillo state, the gang โ€ฆ El Cagonโ€™, without elaborating on the personโ€™s identity.

Published on: March 30, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

China is ready to start producing its own top mathematicians: Shing-Tung Yau

When the 75-year-old maths genius left Harvard, many thought he would retire. Instead, he is nurturing the next generation of Chinese talent.

Published on: March 30, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Why Duterte drama should inspire Malaysia to reconsider joining ICC

If Malaysia is serious about its global legal credibility and commitment to justice, it must take this chance to return to the Rome Statute.

Published on: March 30, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Keir Starmer, Donald Trump hold โ€˜productiveโ€™ talks on US-UK trade deal: Downing Street

Trump himself has dangled prospect of โ€˜greatโ€™ deal that could help UK avoid, or at least soften, blow caused by tariffs he has promised.

Published on: March 30, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Trump says โ€˜not jokingโ€™ about possible third term as US president

Speaking to NBC News, Trump said: โ€˜There are methods which you could do it.โ€™ It would defy the two-term limit stipulated in US constitution.

Published on: March 30, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Iran rejects direct negotiations with US in response to Trumpโ€™s letter

In the March 12 letter, Trump said he asked Iran to negotiate โ€˜because if we have to go in militarily, itโ€™s going to be a terrible thingโ€™.

Published on: March 30, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Richard Chamberlain, star of Shลgun, Dr Kildare, The Thorn Birds, dies at 90

US actor became king of the 1980s TV miniseries, playing a western prisoner in Shลgun and a priest tempted by love in The Thorn Birds.

Published on: March 30, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

History made at Hong Kong Sevensโ€™ shiny new Kai Tak home but questions remain

Despite problems for fans including long queues for food and drinks, Hong Kong has reinforced its place as a premier spot for rugby sevens.

Published on: March 30, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

WASNJ๏ฝœJohn Locke Official Summer School 2025 Debuts in China!

The John Locke Institute, an independent educational organization based in Oxford, UK, is renowned for its prestigious John Locke Essay Competition, widely regarded as the gold standard in global humanities and social sciences writing contests. Another flagship program, the John Locke Summer School, has also emerged as a top-tier humanities summer program. The John Locke Summer School covers a wide range of academic...

Published on: March 30, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

2 killed, 35 injured in Russian drone attack on Ukraineโ€™s Kharkiv

The strike came as Ukraine seeks strong backing from Western allies to pressure Russia into ending its full-scale invasion.

Published on: March 30, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Hong Kong rescue team set to begin work in quake-hit Myanmar

International and local NGOs also appeal for donations following the disaster.

Published on: March 30, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Nuclear risk from military AI prompts calls for US, China and others to seek agreement

The technology is increasingly being adopted by armed forces, but so far there has been no global consensus on how to manage the risks.

Published on: March 30, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

US diplomats using Trump โ€˜diktatโ€™ to interfere, French minister says

A letter from the US embassy claimed that Trumpโ€™s rollback of diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives could apply outside the US.

Published on: March 30, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Closer ties among US allies may bring turmoil to South China Sea, Taiwan Strait: analysts

Warning comes after US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth visits Philippines and Japan with pledges to boost defence cooperation.

Published on: March 30, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Vietnam faces mass bankruptcies of renewable energy producers

The application of a new power purchasing price by Vietnam Electricity puts 173 solar and wind projects at risk of insolvency.

Published on: March 30, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

China pledges stricter EV market oversight to curb unfair price cuts and boost industry

China vows to combat unfair pricing and misinformation by EV players, as it aims to stabilise growth and profitability of the sector.

Published on: March 30, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

As the White House sends mixed signals, Beijing bides its time

While Trump appears willing to improve ties, Chinese policymakers are likely to be more focused on understanding his true intentions.

Published on: March 30, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

โ€˜Ridiculousโ€™: hungry Hong Kong Sevens fans decry lack of food at Kai Tak Stadium

One fan jokes โ€˜peasant revoltโ€™ may break out after noticing free flow of food in many corporate boxes.

Published on: March 30, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Turkey opposition ramps up rallies as Swedish journalist jailed

The arrest of Istanbulโ€™s opposition mayor Ekrem Imamoglu sparked the most significant anti-government protests in Turkey in over a decade.

Published on: March 30, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post