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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

Borneo Bulletin

Malaysia, Brunei troops depart for peacekeeping mission in Lebanon

The Star

Four Malaysian peacekeepers injured in Israeli strike on Lebanon’s Sidon

China Daily

Lebanon files new complaint against Israel at UN

The Daily Star

Israel PM Netanyahu fires defence minister over ‘trust’ breakdown

China Daily

Iran says response hinges on cease-fire

The Daily Star

Michigan Muslims shun Harris over Mideast turmoil

The Kathmandu Post

Israeli strikes kill 10 people in Gaza, keep up pressure on north

The Star

Malaysia part of group working on UN draft resolution mulling removal of Israel’s membership

The Daily Star

Bangladeshi killed in Beirut: Body can’t be brought home as flight ops suspended

CLIMATE AND ENVIRONMENT

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Endless stream of storms draining Philippine GDP, home incomes

The Daily Star

‘Monsoon brides’: Extreme weather fuels Pakistan child marriages

Dawn

Lahore’s dangerous smog: where disease and death stalk

The Straits Times

How will the centralised global carbon programme announced at COP29 affect Singapore?

The Statesman

Delhi’s worsening air quality prompts officials to ban construction, demolition

Kuensel

Bhutan led G-ZERO coalition launch at COP29 to champion carbon neutrality

Asia News Network

The dawn of G-ZERO: A story of unity in nature’s defence

The Jakarta Post

Domestic, international flights cancelled over Indonesia’s Mt. Lewotobi ash cloud

The Nation

Fine dust exceeds safety standard in 56 areas of Bangkok

The Straits Times

Singapore pledges up to US$500 million to finance climate action in Asia

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Usagi now a severe tropical storm, to intensify within 3 days as it approaches the Philippines

Dawn

As the world melts around them, climate refugees in Pakistan’s Hunza pin hopes on COP29

The Jakarta Post

Indonesian government to build 1,100 new houses for those displaced by Lewotobi eruption

The Daily Star

Chief Adviser Yunus asks Bangladesh to make extra efforts in COP29

The Jakarta Post

Indonesia’s Mount Lewotobi exclusion zone widened

The Phnom Penh Post

Dolphin birth rate in Mekong River hits record high

HEALTH

 

The Nation

Thais urged to change habits as diabetes cases cross 6.5 million

The Phnom Penh Post

Free condoms, HIV testing for public during Phnom Penh Water Festival

The Straits Times

6,000 online vape listings removed in first nine months of 2024, says Singapore Ministry of Health

Viet Nam News

Drug use among men having sex with men increases risk of HIV infection in Vietnam

The Straits Times

More teens in Singapore getting hooked on digital devices and seeking help

The Japan News

Japan proposes new restrictions on over-the-counter drugs to prevent possible abuse

The Star

Healthcare subsidy rationalisation being studied, says Malaysian Health Minister

The Kathmandu Post

Climate change drives dengue as mosquitoes climb to new altitudes

The Korea Herald

Korean study finds ‘obese’ BMI may actually be healthiest

The Straits Times

Singapore to recognise medical grads from 9 more foreign universities

Viet Nam News

Vietnam’s Minister of Health responds to legislators’ concerns about e-cigarettes, heated tobacco

The Jakarta Post

ASEAN, Canada work together for health security

Dawn

Over 11m children under 5 in peril as they breathe toxic air in Pakistan’s Punjab, UNICEF warns

The Star

Flu season sees rising cases in Malaysia

The Straits Times

Sting operations, whistle-blowers and detailed menus: China doubles down on food safety

The Korea Herald

Only one-third of young diabetic South Koreans receiving treatment: data

ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE

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

China Daily

China’s humanoid robot industry records robust profits

Borneo Bulletin

Meeting hosted by Brunei delves into AI’s role in enhancing religious services

The Japan News

Japan Patent Office mulls revising laws to cope with digital tech, AI

The Korea Herald

TechCamp Korea 2024 promotes safe, ethical AI use

The Japan News

Osaka-Kansai Expo: Robot avatars to be operated by online visitors

Dawn

Pakistan PM Shehbaz goes all in on AI at Riyadh investment conference

China Daily

In China, AI creates more jobs but with higher entry threshold

The Jakarta Post

When art and bots collide

Kuensel

Rising AI threats: Bhutan’s GovTech promotes responsible use and regulation

The Phnom Penh Post

From audio to audiovisual: Cambodian author uses AI for innovative storytelling

The Jakarta Post

Investors eye Indonesia for AI amid low energy costs, favourable policies

The Straits Times

Robots that paint, plaster walls to be rolled out at half of Singapore’s BTO construction sites

THE ASIAN VIEW

FIGHTING FAKE NEWS

ASEAN MATTERS

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

Vientiane Times

ASEAN marks progress towards sustainable capital markets

Viet Nam News

ASEAN crucial for implementation of international law, UNCLOS in East Sea, say scholars

The Straits Times

ASEAN power grid could create new jobs, bring investments to energy sector: Study

Viet Nam News

ASEAN pledges to work with countries towards a nuclear weapon-free world

The Korea Herald

‘Restrictive immigration may dampen Southeast Asian interest in Korea,’ says ASEAN-Korea Center head

Vientiane Times

Laos hails ASEAN Inter-Parliamentary Assembly chairmanship, resolutions adopted

Borneo Bulletin

Brunei chairs ASEAN disaster management talks

CROSS-STRAITS RELATIONS

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

The Straits Times

Preparing for Chinese blockade, Taiwan reveals wartime food plans, enough rice for months

The Straits Times

China to carry out live firing operation in Taiwan Strait

The Korea Herald

Taiwanese Mission chief stresses AI strategy on National Day

China Daily

China’s army conducts ‘Joint Sword-2024B’ drills surrounding Taiwan

INDO-PACIFIC AND ASIA

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

The Statesman

Indian Foreign Minister arrives in Brisbane to take forward India-Australia ‘Dosti’

Vientiane Times

Australia delivers new round of humanitarian support to Laos

Kuensel

Historic Royal visit to Australia brings Bhutanese diaspora together

The Japan News

Japan defence minister calls for free, open Indo-Pacific at meeting in Italy

Kuensel

Over 27,000 Bhutanese attend Royal audience in Australia

China Daily

China, Pacific island nations eye prosperity

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Climate efforts should benefit most vulnerable, says President Marcos in Asia-Pacific conference

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Over 200 police deployed for Asia-Pacific disaster mitigation conference in Manila

Kuensel

Tears and inspiration: Royal audience inspires Bhutanese diaspora in Australia

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Philippines to open Asia-Pacific disaster meet today, Oct 14; gun ban ordered in Metro Manila

The Nation

Aviation boom set to attract investment to Asia Pacific

COMBATING 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

Kuensel

Bhutan’s potato auction hits new heights

The Daily Star

Rice prices surge in Bangladesh’s kitchen markets

The Daily Star

Consumer sales slow as inflation bites Bangladeshis

The Daily Star

Consumer groups unhappy over price hike in some Malaysian states

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Philippine central bank delivers another quarter point rate cut as inflation cools

The Daily Star

Increase in electricity prices concerns manufacturer

The Daily Star

Cabbage now costs Tk 70?! Will your next salad require a bank loan?

SPORTS & GAMES

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

China Daily

China’s Zheng Qinwen defeats Rybakina to claim her first win at WTA Finals

China Daily

Young Chinese woman in wheelchair defies odds to complete Spartan Race

The Star

Malaysian swimmer Jayden sets national record at World Cup

China Daily

Yao Ming quits as head of Chinese basketball

The Japan News

Shohei Ohtani earns 1st championship title

The Straits Times

Ex-Singapore footballer Rahmat Mawar, first man to lift a trophy at National Stadium, dies at 81

Viet Nam News

Vietnamese players on the hunt abroad for international badminton titles

The Straits Times

Singapore defeats Sri Lanka to end 10-year wait for Asian netball crown

Go Go Mongolia

E.Temuujin became Mongolia’s first Asian billiards champion

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