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Samsung, SK Hynix and TSMC Battle for AI Chip Supremacy in Asia as 2026 Race Intensifies

As artificial intelligence demand drives the global semiconductor industry toward a trillion-dollar scale in 2026, three Asian powerhouses — Taiwan's TSMC, South Korea's Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix — are locked in a high-stakes contest that will largely determine who controls the critical infrastructure powering the AI revolution.

International Business Times

The Iran war is pushing Southeast Asia to debate the once unthinkable: Whether ships will need to pay to transit the Strait of Malacca

Indonesia’s finance minister has floated the idea. Singapore and Malaysia are pushing back. Thailand sees an opportunity.

Fortune

Asian stocks retreat and oil tops $100 despite fresh records on Wall St

Asian stocks have retreated while oil prices gained as investors reacted to shaky prospects for more talks on ending the war with Iran

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Cash cows, scapegoats — and now global talent: Asian international students want to be seen for who they are

Canada’s 2024 cuts to international study permits led to significantly larger reductions in study permit approvals than intended, according to a report by the auditor general tabled in March 2026.

The Conversation

A cultural bridge between Europe and Asia: The Royal Danish Theatre makes its debut in Astana

Astana has hosted, for the first time, the Royal Danish Theatre, one of the world’s oldest and most respected performing arts institutions. The Kazakhstan capital is increasingly positioning itself as a place where European and Asian artistic traditions meet and interact.

Euronews

Asian shares are mixed and oil prices little changed as investors watch for US-Iran talks

Shares are mixed in Asia and oil prices are little changed as markets watch for the latest developments in the war with Iran

The Independent UK

How the Iran energy crisis is supercharging Southeast Asia's EV transition

Chinese EV giant BYD received the most orders of any automaker at the Bangkok Auto Show in early April, beating Toyota for the first time.

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US forces board a sanctioned oil tanker in the Indian Ocean, the Pentagon says

The Defense Department says U.S. forces have boarded an oil tanker previously sanctioned for smuggling Iranian crude oil in Asia

The Independent UK

Oil prices fall and Asian stocks rise on hopes US-Iran talks will resume before ceasefire expires

Iran yet to commit to fresh talks even as truce expires on Wednesday evening Washington time

The Independent UK

Hillhouse-backed Ascentium buys fellow business services firm Dezan Shira, as the platform tries to ride China's surge in outbound investment

Ascentium, founded in 2024, is pursuing an aggressive roll-up strategy to quickly build its geographic footprint across Asia.

Fortune

Oil prices climb as US-Iran stand-off keeps Strait of Hormuz in limbo

Oil prices climbed more than 5% while European markets fell on Monday morning as a stand-off between Iran and the US prevented tankers from using the Strait of Hormuz.

Euronews

Oil prices jump as US-Iran tensions over Strait of Hormuz simmer yet again

A standoff between Iran and US has prevented tankers from using the Strait of Hormuz

The Independent UK

High Gas Prices Are Boosting EV Sales Around The World. Will The U.S. Be Left Out?

EV sales are going through the roof in Europe and Asia, driven by high gas prices. America's EV market is on shakier ground.

InsideEVs

Autoliv Stock Jumps Nearly 10% After Q1 Earnings Beat on Strong Asia Sales and Margin Resilience

Shares of Autoliv Inc. surged almost 10 percent Friday as the world's largest maker of automotive airbags and seatbelts reported first-quarter results that exceeded Wall Street expectations, driven by robust demand in Asia and better-than-anticipated operational performance despite softer global vehicle production.

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Iran war energy shock drives nuclear power plans in Asia and Africa

The Iran war has exposed the fragility of global fossil fuel supply chains. Now dozens of countries across Asia and Africa are turning to nuclear power as their answer.

The Independent UK

Asia and Africa turn to nuclear power as Iran war sparks energy crisis

There are 31 countries that use nuclear power, which provides about 10 per cent of global electricity

The Independent UK

Jet fuel supplies are lagging. What does that mean for airlines and travelers?

A looming jet fuel shortage in Europe and Asia sparked by the Iran war and the effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz could further upend world travel within weeks if oil doesn’t start flowing soon

The Times of India

10 richest families in Asia who turned simple businesses into billion-dollar companies

The wealthiest families in Asia keep on consolidating their power in 2026 by accumulating more money in the traditional fields and emerging technologies, such as artificial intelligence, semiconductors, and energy infrastructure. As per the latest ranking by Bloomberg, most of the family empires that have been around for some time…

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The Guardian - UK

Move over matcha: how ube cocktails and coffees are hitting the UK’s sweet spot

Brightly coloured yam, long enjoyed in east Asia, has been appearing in drinks, desserts – and, of course, TikTok feeds

AAP

PM cuts short Asian fuel mission after refinery fire

Anthony Albanese will return to Australia early from overseas following a major blaze at one of the nation's two remaining fuel refineries.

LiveScience

'Human evolution didn't slow down; we were just missing the signal': Large DNA study reveals natural selection led to more redheads and less male-pattern baldness

Over the past 10,000 years, evolution in West Eurasia has been selecting for light skin, red hair and resistance to HIV and leprosy in humans, according to a new study.

International Business Times UK

Johnny Somali Found Guilty amid His Mother's Pleas for Leniency — Latest Nuisance YouTuber Punished in Asia

Johnny Somali, a controversial livestreamer, faces legal action in South Korea for disruptive behavior. His case highlights the risks influencers face when disregarding cultural norms and laws.

International Business Times

Jet Fuel Shock From Iran War Sends Airline Costs Soaring, Triggers Global Travel Crunch

The war with Iran has sent jet fuel prices soaring, forcing carriers across Europe, Asia, and Australia to brace for a longer period of financial strain.

The Independent UK

US forces to join combat drills in Philippines to show commitment to Asia while fighting Iran

Officials say more than 17,000 American and Philippine military personnel will participate in one of their largest annual combat exercises in the country that underscore the United States’ continuing security commitment to Asia

The Independent UK

Photos show New Year celebrations rooted in faith and harvest in parts of Asia

The new year arrived in many forms across parts of Asia on Tuesday, as communities marked the day with traditions shaped by faith and spring harvests.

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