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Ex-England striker Gary Lineker leaves BBC after Zionism social media post
The ex-England footballer’s departure ends his 25-year tenure as Match of the Day host.
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:
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Singapore traders drawn into Indonesia’s US$12 billion Pertamina corruption probe
Indonesia is dependent on energy imports, and Singapore-based companies are regular participants in Pertamina’s tenders for the purchase of petrol and crude oil.
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:EU follows China and bans Brazilian poultry exports after bird flu outbreak
Brazil confirmed its first outbreak of bird flu on a poultry farm on Friday.
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:China directs state bodies to buy more home-made EVs for official use
Beijing’s latest order follows similar notices in 2024 that aim to increase Made in China electric vehicles in government fleets.
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:Singapore election: Workers’ Party’s Andre Low and Eileen Chong chosen as NCMPs
The posts of Non-Constituency Members of Parliament are given to the “best losers” after every election in Singapore.
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:The South Korea-US Alliance Is Due for an Overhaul
At a time of growing U.S.-China competition, the purpose of the alliance is once again becoming a subject of debate.
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:How common is prostate cancer in Hong Kong and what can you do to treat it?
In the wake of ex-US president Joe Biden’s prostate cancer diagnosis, the Post takes a closer look at how the disease affects Hongkongers.
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:Teen arrested in Hong Kong after dad calls police over ‘space oil’ possession
Teenager, 14, arrested after police find 26 vape cartridges suspected to contain etomidate.
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:China’s fresh belt-tightening push takes aim at white elephants, lavish meals and flowers
New rules to cut wasteful government spending and projects are ‘most stringent’ since austerity drive first launched in 2013, observer says.
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:From Cannes to Oscars, Bollywood’s women challenge India’s ‘misogynistic’ storylines
Women filmmakers in India are reshaping cinema with authentic female narratives, gaining acclaim and box office success, despite challenges.
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:Hong Kong to map safety risks of city’s numerous natural slopes using drones
Geotechnical Engineering Office’s Lawrence Shum also says his team will test landslide prediction model this rainy season.
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:‘Highest level’ of Macron’s French government accused of covering up Nestle water scandal
A Senate report claims the French government concealed Nestle’s illegal treatment of Perrier mineral water, raising issues of transparency and consumer fraud.
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:Ant Group’s global unit pulls in US$3 billion in revenue ahead of spin-off
Ant International could fetch an IPO valuation of between US$8 billion to US$24 billion if it lists in Hong Kong, analysts say.
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:Hong Kong home builders bring new flats to market, seizing on sentiment surge
50 units in New Territories launched at 8.5 per cent below market prices, while New World and partners ready Wong Chuk Hang sale.
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:India eyes more rice exports as tensions with Pakistan ease, monsoon starts early
Rice prices have stabilised in Asia after they spiked over supply concerns resulting from the conflict between India and Pakistan.
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:Chinese national arrested in Japan over alleged hit-and-run case that injured 4 boys
The suspect, Deng Hongpeng, is accused of hitting a group of pupils with his grey SUV, then driving away after checking on the children.
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:Trump-Xi direct talks needed soon as clock ticks on trade truce: ex-US diplomat
Citing ‘horrible’ lack of contact, former American envoy to Russia Michael McFaul says dialogue between two leaders ‘especially important’ for stable ties.
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:‘Major consensus’ needed for proposed Hong Kong’s ‘Darling Harbour’ project
At least 11 government departments and various bodies as well as private owners will have to agree on waterfront development.
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:Chinese village at centre of illegal surrogacy probe, exploiting deaf-mute, disabled women
Police raid on residential building uncovers sophisticated set-up with operating theatre, laboratory, wards, 18 people detained.
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:Indian YouTuber arrested for allegedly 'spying' for Pakistan
The father of Malhotra, the Indian travel influencer, has denied allegations that she was a spy for Pakistan.
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:Singapore’s Extra Large Order of Chips
The sale of advanced AI processors came up during a recent phone call about the Trump administration's tariffs.
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:Moody’s US downgrade rings alarm on Asia’s dollar assets
Moody’s reminds Asia of risks of being Washington’s banker TOKYO — If Pan Gongsheng gets tired of central banking, the People’s Bank of China governor may have a future in hedge fund management. In March, before the April chaos in US debt markets and last week’s US credit downgrade, Pan’s PBOC and the State Administration […] To continue reading, please log in to your AT+ Premium account. Not yet a member? Please...
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:The statistical truth about American stagnation
A week ago I wrote a post arguing that globalization didn’t hollow out the American middle class (as many people believe): After I wrote the post, John Lettieri of the Economic Innovation Groupwrote a great threadthat strongly supports my argument. He showed that the timing of America’s wage stagnation — roughly, 1973 through 1994 — […] The post The statistical truth about American stagnation appeared first on Asia...
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:Thai Police Arrest Construction Tycoon, 14 Others, Over Building Collapse
Premchai Karnasuta, the head of one of the country's largest construction firms, is among those facing prison time over the tragic incident in late March.
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:Cambodian Police Arrest Journalist Who Reported on Illegal Logging
Ouk Mao, 49, faces a raft of criminal charges connected to his reporting on land grabs by well-connected companies in protected areas.
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:Japan not rushing into a bad trade deal with Trump
Japan’s senior trade officials skipped the APEC Ministers Responsible for Trade meetings held last week on South Korea’s Jeju Island. Neither Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry Yoji Muto nor Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba’s top trade negotiator Ryosei Akazawa attended the event, missing an opportunity to talk with US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer. Masaki Ogushi, […] The post Japan not rushing into a bad trade...
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:Vietnam, Thailand Announce Major Diplomatic Upgrade Amid US Tariff Threat
The two nations have pledged to expand bilateral trade and investment as a hedge against their common reliance on the American market.
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:Kashmir air clash heralds rise of system-of-systems warfare
The April 2025 India-Pakistan air clashes were not just an air battle, but a masterclass in system-of-systems airpower—showing that in modern warfare, it’s the network, not the jet, that wins, and Southeast Asia’s mixed-fleet air forces should be paying close attention. At the tactical level, the South China Morning Post (SCMP) reported that Pakistan used […] The post Kashmir air clash heralds rise of system-of-systems...
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:British mountaineer sets record 19th Everest summit
Kenton Cool has broken his own record for the most climbs up the world's tallest peak by a non-sherpa.
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:In the heart of ‘Silicon Malaysia’, spiralling living costs dent big chip dreams
Despite headline-grabbing investments, factory workers in Kulim struggle to make ends meet as the cost of rent and other essentials surges.
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:China’s yuan fit to rival US dollar as global currency if more accessible: economist
‘US exceptionalism is over – the beginning of the end,’ Singapore-based economist warns while weighing in on how China can internationalise its currency.
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:Apple boosts India's factory hopes - but a US-China deal could derail plans
The US-China trade "reset" could stall the manufacturing investment coming into India, say experts.
Published on: May 18, 2025 | Source:Portuguese PM’s centre-right party claims election win, falls short of majority
Centre-left Socialists and far-right Chega are fighting neck-and-neck for second spot, provisional results show.
Published on: May 18, 2025 | Source:How India-Pakistan conflict redefines the global security landscape
The battlefield testing of Chinese weapons systems during the India-Pakistan clash may signal a paradigm shift in global military dynamics.
Published on: May 18, 2025 | Source:Israel will allow limited aid into Gaza after nearly 3 months of blockade, Netanyahu says
Israeli PM said allowing some ‘basic’ aid in would enable Israel to expand its new military operation, which began on Saturday.
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