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Improving how the IMF does business could help billions of people worldwide — by giving governments money to spend on public goods and increasing accountability. Podcast

In countries across the Global South, the launch of IMF programs often sparks considerable concern. This is because of the IMF’s reputation: during the 1980s, many nations in Africa, Asia and Latin America turned to the IMF seeking loans to mitigate economic challenges. These loans were accompanied by stringent conditions,…

The Conversation

What 'American Born Chinese' Star Daniel Wu Learned From Jackie Chan

In 2019, Daniel Wu survived a near-death experience. He now returns to play a role he kind of played before, as the star of 'American Born Chinese' on Disney+.

Inverse

India poised for world-beating growth, CEA Anantha Nageswaran says

NEW DELHI: India’s strong credit demand and softening crude oil prices could buoy the economy, putting the South Asian country on course for a 6.5% expansion this fiscal year, according to a top adviser to the finance ministry.

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Microsoft detects Chinese hacking of U.S. infrastructure in key Pacific island Guam

The likely aim is to "disrupt critical communications infrastructure" between U.S. and Asia in a crises, Microsoft says.

Axios

Asia's heatwave prompts climatologists' warning amid UN report on rising global temperatures

There are fresh warnings about the soaring heat across south and south-east Asia as a UN report warns global temperatures are very likely to hit records in the next five years.

ABC News

The wait is over: Tiger Lane's hawker-inspired eateries open in the Canberra Centre

The hawker-inspired eateries offer signature pan-Asian flavours from Japan to South Korea, China and Southeast Asia.

The Canberra Times

Microsoft: State-sponsored Chinese hackers could be laying groundwork for disruption

Microsoft says state-backed Chinese hackers have been targeting U.S. critical infrastructure and could be laying the technical groundwork for the potential disruption of communications between the U.S. and Asia in future crises

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Ultimate goal is to win Asian Games medal again for India: Jinson Johnson

NEW DELHI: The 26th Federation Cup Senior Athletics Championships in Ranchi witnessed Jinson Johnson make a glorious return by finishing first on the podium in the men’s 1500m event. Jinson has been a top-ranked runner in Asia in both the men’s 800m and 1500m disciplines and also holds the national…

The Times of India

How China is increasing its influence in central Asia as part of global plans to offer an alternative to the west

As G7 leaders were preparing for their recent summit in Japan, China’s president Xi Jinping hosted his central Asian counterparts from Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan.

The Conversation

Hotel giant Minor forecasts ‘record year’

Minor International Plc (MINT), one of Asia’s largest hotel operators, expects a record year for its hospitality business on pent-up travel demand and a recovery in Chinese tourists holidaying abroad.

Bangkok Post

RAKxa Wellness & Medical Retreat, Thailand: ‘I left lighter, fitter, calmer and more centred’

From hormone screening to singing bowl meditation, Mary Lussiana checks in to Asia’s first wellness centre to seamlessly combine Western medical treatments with holistic Eastern practices

Evening Standard

Celtic see next Japanese friendly 'revealed' as Mbappe and Ronaldo amongst A list cast heading for Asian retreat

The champions are going to Asia this summer and their next opponent has been claimed.

Daily Record

China says NATO's plan for Japan office not welcomed in Asia-Pacific

The Asia-Pacific region does not welcome NATO's plan to open a liaison office in Japan, Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said at a press briefing on Wednesday, after Japan acknowledged NATO's plan.

Reuters

Stock market today: Asian stocks slide as US debt worries mount

Asian stock markets have slid as the U.S. government creeps closer to a potentially disruptive default on its debt

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China’s Appropriation of Comfort Women Activism

Chinese authorities saw a chance to appropriate the narrative around comfort women for their own ends, showing no interest in stimulating critical reflection on the continuing abuse of women in contemporary East Asia.

The Conversation

The world's worst animal disease is killing frogs worldwide. A testing breakthrough could help save them

For the past 40 years, a devastating fungal disease has been ravaging frog populations around the world, wiping out 90 species. Unlike the global COVID-19 pandemic, you may not even be aware of this “panzootic” – a pandemic in the animal world. Yet it’s the world’s worst wildlife disease.

ABC News

What is going on with China's Belt and Road Initiative?

While the leaders of the G7 met in Japan, Chinese President Xi Jinping used a China-Central Asia Summit to push further economic and trade ties along the old Silk Road under the banner of his signature policy — the Belt and Road Initiative. So how is the project tracking and…

Bangkok Post

Sky-high airfares have peaked, says AirAsia chief

DOHA: Airline ticket prices have peaked, at least in the market where the budget carrier AirAsia operates, according to its founder Tony Fernandes.

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Bangkok Post

UN reveals region's climate change bill

Most countries in Asia-Pacific require sizeable financing to support climate change adaptation and mitigation, says the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (Escap), urging domestic collaborations between private financial institutions and project developers to support such needs.

The National (Scotland)

'Remarkable' figures see Scottish salmon exports to Asia double

EXPORTS of Scottish salmon to Asian nations have more than doubled, according to new figures from the UK Government ...

The Independent UK

Singapore's prime minister tests positive for COVID-19

Singapore Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong has tested positive for COVID-19 for the first time after returning home from work trips in Africa and Asia

Bangkok Post

Thai team leading GT series after Buri Ram race

Thai race drivers made their presence felt at the opener of the Fanatec GT World Challenge Asia 2023 held at Chang International Circuit in Buri Ram recently.

Bangkok Post

THAIFEX – ANUGA ASIA 2023: Where Culinary Dreams Come True!

Discover the extraordinary at THAIFEX – ANUGA ASIA 2023, the ultimate trade show that will leave you dazzled by the world of food and beverage.

The Guardian - UK

From Cannes to the Met Gala: how India’s sari is taking over the world

The timeless appeal of the south Asian classic has gone global – and a new London exhibition shows how it has been reinvented

The Independent UK

World leaders warn China and North Korea on nukes as Ukraine's Zelenskyy travels to G7 summit

Leaders of the world’s most powerful democracies warned China and North Korea against building up their nuclear arsenals, pivoting to major northeast Asian crises ahead of the arrival later Saturday of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy

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