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MIDDLE EAST TENSIONS

 

The Straits Times

Israel, Hezbollah agree to ceasefire brokered by US and France, to take effect on Nov 27

China Daily

Gaza medical worker deaths exceed 1,000

The Statesman

India in touch with Israel, Iran to advocate restraint: Indian External Affairs Minister

The Jakarta Post

Indonesia supports ICC arrest warrant for Israeli PM Netanyahu

Philippine Daily Inquirer

75 Filipinos flying out of Lebanon; total repatriates reach 1,191

Dawn

What’s next after ICC issues warrants for Israeli leaders?

The Japan News

Japanese PM Ishiba urges respect for international law, reforms to UN in G20 address

The Japan News

Yomiuri honours Dr. Akihiro Seita for Palestinian refugee work

The Straits Times

Israeli strike on Beirut kills Hezbollah media head, security sources say

The Statesman

Indian External Affairs Minister calls for Gaza ceasefire, says Saudi Arabia crucial for regional stability

Dawn

Long queues at Gaza City bakery as famine looms

The Star

Malaysia PM Anwar’s resolute stance on Palestine inspires hope at Riyadh Summit

The Straits Times

Taiwan closes Lebanon exploding pagers case, says no link to Taiwanese firms

The Jakarta Post

In Riyadh, Indonesia renews support for Palestine

Dawn

What are Trump’s views on Israel’s war on Gaza?

The Daily Star

Israel PM confirms he okayed Lebanon pager attacks that killed 40

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CLIMATE AND ENVIRONMENT

The Korea Herald

Seoul’s first snowfall could hit hard, warns weather agency

The Korea Herald

In Busan, UN talks on plastic pollution treaty begin with grim outlook

The Jakarta Post

Dozens die across Indonesia as rainy season strikes

China Daily

China issues yellow alert for snowstorms, cold wave

Kuensel

COP29 falls short on climate finance, leaving vulnerable nations disillusioned

Dawn

Do brands actually care about the environment or is it a marketing tactic?

The Daily Star

Rising above youthwashing at COP29

China Daily

COP29 ends with ‘contentious’ outcome

The Daily Star

Bangladesh mulling incorporating ‘three zero’ theory into SDG

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Power play at COP29 climate talks

The Jakarta Post

Indonesia vows to cut coal use to 33% of energy mix by end of 2040

Dawn

Can Lahore learn from London’s Great Smog of 1952?

The Statesman

Delhi’s air quality improves slightly, but remains ‘very poor’

Kuensel

1.5 degree Celsius too hot for Hindu Kush Himalaya region

The Jakarta Post

Indonesia’s environment minister slams Yogyakarta city’s mounting waste problem

The Statesman

Delhi Air Pollution: AQI nears 500 as toxic smog hits train, flight operations

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HEALTH

 

The Korea Herald

Getting cancer young: Why cancer isn’t just an older person’s battle

Philippine Daily Inquirer

7 of 10 Filipino diabetics don’t get treatment – study

The Daily Star

10 die of dengue in 24 hrs, 990 hospitalised in Bangladesh

China Daily

Bittersweet warning on drinking too much milk tea

The Daily Star

Multidrug-resistant organisms found in drinking water in Bangladesh’s Chattogram

The Star

Time for another vax drive against Malaysia’s number 1 killer

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Philippines mainly spared from dengue surge

The Straits Times

More Indian states and companies offer menstrual leave

China Daily

Hong Kong, Shenzhen open clinical trial institute, centre to push biomedical development

Viet Nam News

Vietnam’s Health Ministry targets national antibiotic use monitoring system by 2025

The Star

Superbug infections could kill over 80,000 Malaysians by 2030, says Health Minister

The Straits Times

Singaporeans more aware of mental health conditions; less stigma over such issues: study

The Japan News

Japan’s 1st case of lumpy skin disease detected at Fukuoka cattle farm

The Nation

National Health Security Office unveils first ‘Care Box’ in Bangkok to improve healthcare access

The Star

Increase the number of mental health professionals in public health facilities, says Malaysian assemblyman

The Straits Times

At least 70% of students across seven Singapore schools have autism

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ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE

The Japan News

World-renowned Japanese architect’s office utilises AI in design process

The Phnom Penh Post

As AI integrates into Cambodian’s daily work life, ethical concerns arise

Philippine Daily Inquirer

46% of Filipinos embrace generative AI at work — survey

The Japan News

Fake academic papers may have been created with AI; Japanese researcher falsely cited as author

The Straits Times

Robot delivers meals on wheels for Singapore attraction Bird Paradise’s feathered friends

The Japan News

Rakuten launches unmanned delivery service in Tokyo; robot brings goods to 62 locations in Chuo ward

The Star

AI boost for palm oil production in world’s first smart mill in Malaysia

The Japan News

Customer service by remotely-operated avatars gaining popularity in Japan

The Jakarta Post

Lessons on coding and AI to start in fourth grade: Indonesia Education Minister

The Star

AI to detect accidents in real time in Malaysia

The Jakarta Post

Nvidia CEO eyes working with Indonesian firms to develop AI

The Japan News

Generative AI System assists foreign visitors to Japan at Haneda Airport

The Korea Herald

Will Samsung team up with foundry rival TSMC?

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Study finds only 22% of Philippine enterprises ready for AI

China Daily

Tech products, AI services drive China’s Singles Day sales

The Korea Herald

AI and keeping humans in the loop

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DAILY DIGEST

THE ASIAN VIEW

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FIGHTING FAKE NEWS

The Star

Cops receive 11 reports claiming defamation in viral video about Malaysia PM Anwar’s CNN interview

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Alert issued vs. fake ‘celeb-bait’ INQUIRER.net ads circulating online

The Japan News

20 sites found to be posing as major Japanese media outlets

The Phnom Penh Post

Cambodia’s Ministry of Information reports on legal protection for journalists amid fake news

The Straits Times

Singapore blocks 10 foreign-linked websites in crackdown on potential hostile disinformation

China Daily

China launches 3-month campaign against illegal online news services

The Japan News

News media groups warn of ‘free riding’ by AI; sites lose views as AI imitates copyrighted content

Asia News Network

Fake news and social media posts cause a flutter across Asia

The Daily Star

Non-compliance: Bangladesh may temporarily shut Facebook, YouTube over spread of “disinformation”

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ASEAN MATTERS

The Star

Stopover rights for ASEAN airlines

Vientiane Times

ASEAN members strengthen defence cooperation

The Star

Malaysia’s record FDI solidifies position as key economic player in ASEAN: Forbes

The Straits Times

Myanmar’s actions risk undermining ASEAN centrality, says Singapore Defence Minister

The Star

The challenges for Malaysia as ASEAN chair in 2025

The Star

Malaysia to address Rohingya refugees issue as ASEAN 2025 chair, says Foreign Minister

Philippine Daily Inquirer

ASEAN chief justices meet in Cebu to discuss judicial cooperation, regional initiatives

Vientiane Times

Lao, Vietnamese presidents hold online talks

The Nation

Thai Interior Minister Anutin visits Ko Kut, declares every inch as Thai territory

China Daily

ASEAN+3 to share experiences in facing challenges of ageing populations

The Jakarta Post

ASEAN, Canada work together for health security

The Star

Malaysia’s diplomatic finesse needed to resolve Myanmar, South China Sea crises, say experts

Viet Nam News

ASEAN calls on parties to abide by principle of non-appropriation of outer space

The Nation

Thailand tops demand for gold in ASEAN for 2nd successive quarter

Vientiane Times

ASEAN ministers highlight creative economy, cultural unity at recent meeting

Tan Tam Mei

ASEAN needs a ‘reboot’ to tackle ongoing challenges, say regional leaders

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CROSS-STRAITS RELATIONS

The Jakarta Post

China sends naval, air forces to shadow US plane over Taiwan Strait

China Daily

Beijing affirms opposition to ‘exploiting Taiwan question’

The Straits Times

Taiwan reports Chinese balloon for first time in six months

The Star

Japan, US to form missile plan in case of Taiwan emergency, says Japan news agency

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Taiwan says committed to boosting own defences in signal to Trump

China Daily

Cross-Strait talks could resume if one-China principle upheld, says China spokesperson

The Statesman

Trump won’t abandon Taiwan due to semiconductor prowess: Taiwan Deputy FM

The Japan News

Drama depicting China’s ‘invasion of Taiwan,’ rings alarm

The Straits Times

Taiwan says it received first batch of Himars military equipment from US

The Straits Times

After SpaceX’s requests, Taiwanese suppliers move manufacturing abroad, sources say

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Taiwan detects 37 Chinese aircraft near island

China Daily

Fujian, Taiwan eyeing closer financial links

The Straits Times

Taiwan moves to buy 1,000 attack drones from US

China Daily

China blasts US $1.99 billion arms sale to Taiwan, warns of heightened risk

The Straits Times

Taiwan president to visit frontline islands with China for battle anniversary

China Daily

First cross-strait youth volleyball friendship match held in Xiamen

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INDO-PACIFIC AND ASIA

The Jakarta Post

Bali Nine smuggling ring’s transfer plans to Australia clouded by legal issues

Viet Nam News

Female representatives in National Assembly always high in Asia-Pacific region: Vietnam Deputy Minister

China Daily

Chinese President Xi urges G20 to advance global governance

The Statesman

Indian PM Modi interacts with world leaders on G20 Summit sidelines

The Japan News

Japanese, US, Australian defence chiefs plan to set up new defence framework, aim for closer ties

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Philippines, US seal intel-sharing pact during US Defence Secretary Austin’s visit

China Daily

Chinese President Xi meets with British, Australian PMs on sidelines of G20 Summit in Rio

The Statesman

Global South adversely impacted by food, fuel, fertiliser crisis due to conflicts: PM Modi

The Jakarta Post

Indonesia can achieve 100% renewable energy within ‘years,’ President Prabowo tells APEC summit

China Daily

Presidents Xi, Biden emphasise stabilising Sino-US ties during Peru summit

The Japan News

Japan PM Ishiba, Chinese President Xi reaffirm strategic mutually beneficial relationship

The Straits Times

New camp for Singapore soldiers on Exercise Wallaby in Australia now operational

China Daily

All eyes on China at APEC event

The Phnom Penh Post

Cambodia poised to boost trade, investment under new US president

The Japan News

US President Biden, Chinese President Xi to hold summit meeting in Peru

The Straits Times

Singaporean, Australian troops conduct bilateral ship-to-shore landing exercises Down Under

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COMBATING INFLATION

The Straits Times

Government doing its best to help with cost of living, says Singapore PM Wong

The Star

Veggie prices soar in Malaysia amid bad weather

The Daily Star

Policies that could help break the inflation cycle

The Daily Star

Gold price hiked again in Bangladesh

The Nation

Thai rice prices surge in 2024 as demand outstrips supply

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Essential Christmas Eve dinner staples remain at 2023 prices in the Philippines

The Straits Times

Middle-class Indians tighten their purse strings amid spiralling inflation

The Statesman

Soaring onion prices in India leave people teary-eyed

Viet Nam News

Vietnamese DPM urges relevant authorities to ensure supply, stable prices in last months of the year

Viet Nam News

Vietnam’s consumer price index rises by 0.33 percent in October

The Daily Star

Potato prices jump as supplies shrink in Bangladesh

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Philippine inflation rises to 2.3% in October

Kuensel

Bhutan’s government agencies paying inflated prices for subpar vehicle parts

The Daily Star

As prices soar, imported onions rot at Bangladesh port amid adverse weather

The Straits Times

Core inflation expected to cool to 3-year low by end-2024: Monetary Authority of Singapore

The Daily Star

Hilsha hunters hit by 22-day ban seek increased govt assistance

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SPORTS & GAMES

The Phnom Penh Post

Cambodia’s Kun Khmer fighters claim four of five belts at Greek tournament

The Star

Super feat as Malaysia’s table tennis team emerge as SEA overall champions

The Japan News

Shohei Ohtani fans flock to baseball superstar’s hometown in Iwate prefecture

Viet Nam News

49-year-old Vietnamese bodybuilder proves age no barrier to success

The Phnom Penh Post

Historic silver for Cambodian women’s esports team

Go Go Mongolia

Mongolian powerlifter S.Munkhzul wins gold at World Championships

The Daily Star

‘Huge’ step for women’s cricket in Bangladesh as series sponsor deal sealed

The Japan News

Japanese Olympic athletes entertain children in quake-hit Wajima

The Straits Times

Japan’s sumo wrestling evolves to capture new blood, change impressions of scandal and brutality

Dawn

How can sponsorships pave the way for sporting success in Pakistan?

Viet Nam News

Runners to enjoy running, UNESCO heritage at Trang An Marathon in Vietnam

China Daily

Nike finds inspiration from Shanghai’s night runners

Dawn

Cricket fraternity congratulate Pakistan team on win against Australia

China Daily

China braces for big boom in cold-weather sports

Viet Nam News

Vietnam end winning drought over Thailand at regional futsal championships

The Phnom Penh Post

Cambodia’s finswimmers host first ASEAN championships; team kicks to podium finish

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ASIA ON SCREEN

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