Ex-Philippine leader Duterte suggests killing senators in a bomb blast
Former president rallies the opposition as his family seeks to challenge the congressional majority of President Marcos.
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At least 10 killed by bomb blast in Pakistan’s Balochistan
Officials said an improvised explosive device struck a vehicle carrying coal miners in the country's southwest.
TikTok returns to US app stores after Trump delays ban
Apple and Google have made the video-sharing app available again amid security concerns from some US officials.
Is Russia running out of weapons and manpower for its war in Ukraine?
As Ukrainian attacks wipe out their tanks and armoured vehicles, Moscow's troops adopt new tactics amid ammunition woes.
Munich car ramming: What happened, who’s the suspect, what’s next?
The Munich incident took place during an election campaign in which immigration and security are prominent issues.
Malaysia’s economy grows 5.1% in 2024 on strong investment, domestic demand
Central bank says Southeast Asian economy on track for robust investment, exports and household spending going forward.
US attorneys general sue to challenge Elon Musk and DOGE’s authority
A new lawsuit challenges Trump ally's government agency, saying it was unlawfully given 'virtually unchecked power'.
Why is Donald Trump discontinuing the penny?
The one cent coin costs more to produce than its value and is nearly obsolete in retail. But it has its supporters.
Scores of children raped by armed men in eastern DRC, UNICEF says
UN agency says children as young as 12 are also being enlisted or coerced to join the fighting by armed groups.
At least 6 killed in fire at South Korean hotel construction site
Casualty figures and damages are still being assessed after firefighters rescued workers from the blaze in Busan city.
Trump launches reciprocal tariffs amid concerns of economic turmoil
US president says levies will restore a sense of 'fairness' to trade relations with other countries.
US says 5,000 soldiers deployed along Mexico border, could increase further
General says US has also stepped up surveillance of cartels in Mexico, raising concerns about possible military strikes.
Zelenskyy wants plan to ‘stop Russia’ before US peace talks
Ukrainian president says it was 'not very pleasant' that Trump called Putin before speaking to him.
At least 25 Palestinians killed by Israeli forces in Jenin this year
Since a ceasefire in Gaza, Israel has increased the frequency and intensity of its attacks in the occupied West Bank.
US Senate confirms Robert F Kennedy Jr as Health and Human Services leader
While Republicans hail RFK Jr's 'fresh perspective', Democrats warn his vaccine scepticism is 'dangerous' and 'wrong'.
Hamas says three captives to be released amid ceasefire deal collapse fears
Hamas says it will release captives according to truce timeline after Israeli violations and fears deal would not hold.
Lantern Festival celebrated with lights, rice dumplings in Taiwan and China
Lanterns in Taiwan symbolise peace and prosperity, originating to signal safety from bandits.
Kuwait apprehends members of international gang after cyberattacks
The group operated from a van to wage cyberattacks on companies and banks and steal sensitive information.
Trump’s Gaza ‘plan’: What it is, why it’s unworkable and globally rejected
We examine Trump's proposal for Gaza, his statements and the responses it has generated.
As the DRC battles Rwanda-backed M23, what’s needed to stop the fighting?
Analysts weigh in on Rwanda's role in the conflict in DRC, whether minerals are a factor and if diplomacy can succeed.