The Latest Breaking News from Asia

Markets Mixed After Wall St Losses, Shanghai And Hong Kong Rally

Asian markets were mixed Tuesday following a drop on Wall Street, though Shanghai and Hong Kong were lifted by a pledge by authorities to boost investment in a range of stocks as they look to staunch a long-running rout.

International Business Times · Feb 6, 2024

‘Zombie football’ keeps South Korea in hunt for elusive Asian Cup crown

Jürgen Klinsmann’s side stumbled into the last four but now only Jordan stand between the Taeguk Warriors and the final

The Guardian - UK · Feb 5, 2024

Asian Stocks Slide as Chinese Shares Decline Amid Market Crackdown

Asian stocks mostly lower as Chinese shares decline despite regulatory crackdown on market abuses. US futures down, oil prices higher.

Top News · Feb 5, 2024

South Korea vs Australia: Asian Cup quarterfinal clash looms

South Korea's coach Jurgen Klinsmann believes his team is prepared to face a physically strong Australia in the Asian Cup quarterfinals, despite a shorter ...

Top News · Feb 1, 2024

Superstar Son stands between Roos and Asian Cup semis

The Socceroos will need to get the better of South Korea and their superstar captain Son Heung-min if they are to reach the Asian Cup semi-finals.

AAP · Jan 31, 2024

Heartbreak for Syria as Iran win nail-biting Asian Cup clash on penalties

Iran scrape past underdogs Syria in a penalty shootout to set up a quarterfinal blockbuster against Japan.

Al Jazeera · Jan 31, 2024

Urban Exodus vs. Urban Oasis: the Post Pandemic's Mixed Picture of City Life

The pandemic has sparked a global change in urban living, from sprawling suburbs to gated green havens. While Westerners escape the city centre, some Asians refuse to sacrifice the convenience of urban life. They have the foundation for this choice, as mega-complexes of thousands of hectares, like Vietnam's Ocean City,…

International Business Times UK · Jan 31, 2024

BCCI secretary Jay Shah reappointed as ACC chairman for third successive term

Jay Shah, the secretary of the BCCI, has been appointed as the president of the Asian Cricket Council for a third term.

The Hindu · Jan 31, 2024

IMF Warns of China Risk, Revises Up Asia's Growth Forecast

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has revised up its growth forecast for Asia, but also warns of potential risks stemming from China's economic situation.

Top News · Jan 31, 2024

“If there’s a message it’s live every day as if it’s your last. I went through a very sticky patch… The freedom of not being enslaved by addiction is marvellous”: John Wetton’s return from the darkness

With Asia on the rocks and a scuppered solo deal, the singer found himself struggling with alcohol in the 90s - before he finally earned himself a reprieve

Louder · Jan 31, 2024