Asia
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Deadly thunderstorms, lightning kill 14 in Bangladesh as seasonal storms intensify
At least 14 people have been killed after lightning strikes hit multiple areas across Bangladesh amid intense seasonal thunderstorms, officials…
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Asian Games could shift to odd years from 2031 under new Olympic cycle plan
The Asian Games are expected to undergo a major scheduling change that could shift the continental sporting calendar, according to…
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6.1-magnitude earthquake hits Japan’s Hokkaido, no tsunami warning issued
A 6.1-magnitude earthquake struck Hokkaido early today (Monday), according to the Japan Meteorological Agency and the U.S. Geological Survey. The…
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Massive wildfire rages in Japan, forces thousands to evacuate
Two forest fires continued to spread toward residential areas in a northern Japanese town on Friday, prompting authorities to expand…
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Strait of Hormuz crisis shifts focus to Malacca
From Hormuz to Malacca, Asia confronts fragility of critical maritime chokepoints The ongoing disruption in the Strait of Hormuz has…
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Japan breaks post-war taboo, eases decades-old arms export restrictions
In what is seen as major policy shift, Tokyo opens door to global weapons sales in defense overhaul; moves from…
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Japan seals $6 billion stealth frigate deal to boost Australia’s naval power
Japan has formally approved a landmark agreement to supply Australia with the first batch of advanced stealth frigates, marking a…
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China launches world’s largest fully electric container ship, pioneering zero-emission shipping era
China has pressed into service the world’s largest fully electric container ship, marking a major step toward greener maritime transport…
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Asian stocks fluctuate, oil prices rise in anticipation of US-Iran ceasefire agreement
Asian stock markets witnessed fluctuation Thursday as investors monitor prospects of a ceasefire and the outcome of reported US-Iran talks,…
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‘Ring of Fire’ strikes again, strong 7.4 quake hits Indonesia, tsunami alert lifted
A powerful 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck northern Indonesia early Thursday, killing at least one person and causing widespread damage across several…
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