Indonesia ferry capsize in Java Sea leaves scores missing
Indonesia ferry capsize in the Java Sea: what is known about the missing, the rescued and the search force now deployed across the crossing.
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Zhu Rongji dies at 97: China’s reform-era premier
Zhu Rongji dies at 97: the premier who took China into the WTO and cut 30 million state jobs leaves a contested economic record.
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Mishima stabbing attack: 15 injured at Japan factory as separate highway crash hits holiday travel
Mishima stabbing attack at a Yokohama Rubber factory left 15 injured, while a Kanetsu Expressway pile-up added to Japan’s holiday trauma.
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Taiwan on tenterhooks as Typhoon Danas makes landfall
Typhoon Danas has prompted school and office closures in southern Taiwan as authorities brace for severe weather.
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Shark attack Indonesia: Tourists warned to be careful at these beaches
A US tourist died in a shark attack while diving off the coast of Indonesia. Here’s what you need to know about shark hotspots in Indonesia.
International
Creators of ‘One Piece’ and ‘Naruto’ react to Akira Toriyama’s death
'One Piece' creator Eiichiro Oda and 'Naruto's Masashi Kishimoto had this to say about Akira Toriyama's death.
International
Akira Toriyama dies: Cause of death, biography, reactions
The news of Akira Toriyama's passing has elicited a profound response from fans, colleagues, and the entertainment industry worldwide.
Travel
Thailand releases 2024 closure dates for these national parks and attractions
Thailand announces seasonal closures of numerous national parks and tourist attractions for ecological recovery and safety reasons in 2024.
Travel
Thailand ranked the best affordable long-haul destination in the world
For South African travellers, Thailand remains a top choice for its tropical climate, picturesque beaches, and vibrant tourist hotspots.
Travel
UNESCO Designates Si Thep and Dvaravati Monuments as Cultural World Heritage Site in Thailand
The Ancient Town of Si Thep was formally included in the UNESCO World Heritage List during the 45th extended session of the World Heritage Committee, which convened in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Movies
‘The Little Mermaid’ bombs in Asia over Halle Bailey casting
'The Little Mermaid' recorded shockingly low earnings in key Asia markets, and experts believe it's due to Halle Bailey's casting.
