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Putin seeks to kindle anti-Western sentiment among Asian leaders

President Vladimir Putin used a speech to Asian leaders on Thursday to develop a theme that he has pressed more intensely as Russia's military fortunes have waned: that Moscow is fighting the West to establish a fairer world.

Reuters

Thai film contending at Busan festival

BUSAN, South Korea: From a Singaporean widow on a K-drama voyage of self-discovery to a mixed-race Thai teen seeking her identity, the movies vying for the key prize at the Busan International Film Festival showcase a diverse array of Asian experiences.

Bangkok Post

Asian stocks fall ahead of US inflation update

Asian stock markets have fallen ahead of the release of U.S. consumer price data that investors worry will show inflation still is hot, reinforcing the Federal Reserve’s plans for more aggressive interest rate hikes

The Independent UK

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Travel platforms Booking, Klook partner up

Booking.com recently announced a long-term strategic partnership with Klook, Asia's leading travel and experiences platform, offering travellers easy access to a wider range of attractions and activities directly on Booking.com in over 175 cities, across more than 30 markets in the Asia Pacific region.

Bangkok Post

Covid travel restriction ends: 118+ countries open for unvaccinated tourists

Covid-19 vaccines and boosters are losing their importance for world travelers. There are now more countries and territories—118, according to Kayak.com data—that welcome any US traveler without restrictions. Of the 109 destinations that still require testing, quarantines, or both for unvaccinated travelers, 17 don’t allow US tourism anyway.

The Times of India

Raging Conflicts Afflict the Middle East Region

Flaming conflicts have always ailed the world. Most of these disputes have erupted in the heart of the continents of the Old World (Asia, Africa, and Europe), and a few of them have affected the New World. Today, the world stands afraid of a third world war raging out of…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Some of India’s best walking tours now compiled for a book, ‘The Temple of Treasures’

Chennai-based Storytrails launches a fun-filled, information-packed book drawn from its walking tours across the country

The Hindu

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Asian shares mixed ahead of inflation, earnings reports

Asian shares are mixed following another volatile day on Wall Street, as traders brace for updates on inflation and corporate earnings

The Independent UK

Racism and colonialism embedded in language of conservation, NGO says

Survival International issues guide calling for reappraisal of terms such as ‘wilderness’, ‘voluntary relocation’ and ‘protected area’

The Guardian - UK

Industrial Transformation ASIA-PACIFIC 2022

Over 18,000 attendees are expected to join the three-day event physically and online

Bangkok Post

Asian Markets Swing on Recession Fears as Inflation Data Looms

Most markets fluctuated in Asian trade Tuesday as traders grow increasingly fearful that more big interest rate hikes will tip economies into deep recessions, with the mood also darkened by the worsening Ukraine war and worries over China's outlook. With the focus on inflation, analysts said consumer price index data…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Alibaba, Nio Shed Over 3%: Hong Kong Shares Continue To Bleed, Semiconductor Rout Spreads Across Asia

Hong Kong stocks opened in the red on Tuesday after the Nasdaq index closed at its lowest level since July 2020 and a semi-conductor stock rout spread across Asian markets like Taiwan and South Korea which opened for trading after the holidays.

Benzinga

Axa to focus on Asia for long-term growth

Southeast Asia, Greater China and Japan will remain the three pillars of Axa Group as it grows its business in the coming years, the Paris-based insurer says, noting that the Thai insurance industry is poised for an upward growth trend from 2022 onwards.

Bangkok Post

India can end Asiad gold drought at Hangzhou: Schopman

Coach believes the girls have the necessary skills but need to be consistent and not be bothered by reputations

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Kingdom to host Asian Bishops' meet this week

Thailand will host the 50th Federation of Asian Bishops' Conference (FABC) General Conference at the Baan Phu Waan Pastoral Centre in Nakhon Pathom's Sam Phran district from Oct 12–30.

Bangkok Post

Huawei sets its sights on regional digital transformation

Global tech powerhouse Huawei Technologies is concentrating on digital infrastructure, sustainable development and a strong ecosystem as part of its strategies to deepen cooperation with Asia-Pacific nations, including Thailand, in boosting its digital power.

The Hindu

Women's Asia Cup | Pakistan shock India for first T20 win over arch-rivals since 2016

Pakistan scripted a remarkable turnaround less than 24 hours after their shock loss over Thailand

Bangkok Post

Airlines eager to reopen Japan routes

Local airlines are banking on borders reopening in Asian countries, but are cautiously planning their routes as a weak currency and high fuel costs still afflict the industry.

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Vatican reminds North Korea that pope ready to visit if invited

The Vatican on Friday reminded North Korea, whose recent firing of missiles has heightened tensions in Asia, that Pope Francis is eager to visit the country to help the cause of peace if Pyongyang makes an official invitation.

Daily Mirror

Huge Asian hornet nest as big as a basketball discovered in Essex back garden

Home owner David Holborn was shocked when inspectors found the huge nest in his garden. The British Beekeepers Association said the nest was taken away for examination by government scientists

The Times of India

Faridabad boy Tavish breaks into top-20 of Asia Tennis Federation ranking

NEW DELHI: Tavish Pahwa, a 12-year-old tennis prodigy from Faridabad, has made the country proud by winning the ITF South Asia Regional Qualifying 12 and under-Team Championships in Nepal by defeating Pakistan in the final.

Manchester Evening News

The Japanese souffle pancake spot heading to Manchester and giving away free drinks

Fuwa Fuwa has been a hit in Canada and across Asia

The Independent UK

US sanctions Asian firms over North Korean fuel shipments

In the midst of increasingly aggressive North Korean missile launches this week, the U.S. has imposed sanctions on people and firms in Asia accused of helping North Korea procure fuel in violation of U.N. sanctions

The Times of India

Women's Asia Cup: Pakistan shock India for first T20I win over arch-rivals since 2016

SYLHET: Indian batters bungled badly in a straightforward chase as Pakistan recorded their first win over the arch-rivals in six years with a 13-run victory in the Women's Asia Cup, here on Friday.

Irish Mirror

Is a new continent on the way? Experts warn Pacific Ocean 'closing'

According to scientists, a new supercontinent will be formed named Amasia

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