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Study: Pollution Behind 1 in 6 Global Deaths in 2019

Pollution caused some 9 million people to die prematurely in 2019, according to a new global report published Wednesday, with experts raising alarm over increasing deaths from breathing outside air and the "horrifying" toll of lead poisoning. Human-created waste in the air, water and soil rarely kills people immediately, but…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Biden to launch Indo-Pacific economic plan in next days in Japan

US President Joe Biden will launch a long-awaited economic initiative for increasing US involvement in Asia in the coming days during his trip to the region, according to one of the cabinet officials leading the initiative.

Bangkok Post

A fossil tooth places enigmatic ancient humans in Southeast Asia

What do a finger bone and some teeth found in the frigid Denisova Cave in Siberia’s Altai mountains have in common with fossils from the balmy hills of tropical northern Laos?

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Asian shares advance despite losses on Wall Street

Shares are higher in Asia after another wobbly day on Wall Street extended a losing streak for markets

The Independent UK

GetLinks introduces inaugural HR metaverse

GetLinks, a digital platform that connects tech workers with opportunities in Asia, has launched MetaLINKS, the first human resource (HR) metaverse in Asia dedicated to fostering financial and education inclusion for young millennials.

Bangkok Post

Rela named Asia head of liver transplantation society

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Just how accurate are rapid antigen tests? Two testing experts explain the latest data

As of May 2022, the U.S. is experiencing another uptick in the number of COVID-19 cases. High rates of infection in Europe and Asia, along with the continued emergence of new sub-variants, such as omicron BA.4 and BA.5, raise concerns that another surge could be on the way.

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What a Marcos Jr Presidency in the Philippines Means for Geopolitics

The Philippines might be Asia’s oldest democracy, but the continued appetite for strongman rule demonstrates a deep ambivalence about liberal democracy’s promises of political equality and rule of law and the likely continuation of the public’s acceptance of the autocratic practices that characterized Duterte’s presidency.

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Politics and peril for Asian women

The political landscape in Asia has been very dynamic lately, but it is a disappointment to me personally that events have not been kind to women.

Bangkok Post

President Joe Biden names envoy to ASEAN bloc, stressing US commitment to South-East Asia

President Joe Biden announces he's nominating one of his top national security aides as ambassador to ASEAN, aiming to underscore his administration's commitment to the Pacific region.

ABC News

Secret British ‘black propaganda’ campaign targeted cold war enemies

Britain stirred up tensions, chaos and violence in Africa, the Middle East and Asia, according to declassified papers

The Guardian - UK

Newcastle to Asia and beyond

Delegations from Japan and Korea, amid interest in Hunter hydrogen hub.

Newcastle Herald

Why Neo Performance Materials Shares Are Surging Today

Neo Performance Materials Inc (TSX:NEO) (OTC:NOPMF) reported first-quarter revenue growth of 27.1% year-over-year to $166.28 million. Adjusted EPS improved to $0.56 from $0.39 in 1Q21. Volumes saw a decline of 16.6% Y/Y, reflecting the recent spike in COVID-19 in Asia, several natural disasters that impacted production facilities and customers, and the ongoing…

Benzinga

Biden Administration To Inject $150M To Reactivate South Asian Alliances To Counter China: FT

To boost economic engagement in Southeast Asian countries, the Biden administration will invest $150 million in the region as part of its strategy to counter China, Financial Times Reports. The new package comes seven months after Biden promised Asean leaders that he would provide up to $102 million in investments for countries in Southeast Asia. …

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Bangkok Post

HSBC pressed to spin off Asian business

HSBC Holdings Plc has begun an internal review in the face of pressure from its largest shareholder to discuss splitting off the bank's Asian operations.

Asharq Al-Awsat

Bitcoin Set for Record Losing Streak as ‘Stablecoin’ Collapse Crushes Crypto

Cryptocurrencies nursed large losses on Friday, with bitcoin trading near $30,000 and set for a record losing streak as the collapse of TerraUSD, a so-called stablecoin, rippled through markets. Crypto assets have also been swept up in broad selling of risky investments on worries about high inflation and rising interest…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Biden Welcomes Southeast Asian Leaders with Energy, Maritime Pledges

President Joe Biden on Thursday welcomed Southeast Asian leaders to Washington with promises to support clean energy and maritime security, hoping to showcase a US commitment as China makes wide inroads. Top leaders from eight of the 10 members of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) flew to Washington…

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Biden looks to nudge ASEAN leaders to speak out on Russia

Despite Washington's focus on the war in Ukraine, the White House is trying to demonstrate that it is stepping up in the Asia-Pacific.

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North Korea Reports COVID-19 Cases Surging To 350,000 From 1 In Single Day Ahead Of Biden Asia Visit

At least six people have died due to COVID-19, and more than 350,000 are infected in North Korea as an "explosive" coronavirus outbreak takes a toll on the isolated nation, the country's state media KCNA confirmed, according to CNN.

The Independent UK

Biden looks to nudge ASEAN leaders to speak out on Russia

President Joe Biden is looking to nudge southeast Asian leaders to be more outspoken about Russia’s invasion of Ukraine

The Independent UK

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Sources: Hyundai to set $7B US plant during Biden Asia visit

A U.S. official familiar with the project says South Korean automaker Hyundai Motor Group is expected to announce its plans next week to build a massive electric vehicle plant near Savannah, Georgia

Bangkok Post

America, Asean in geostrategic drift

As Southeast Asia's renowned regional bloc, Asean has been wanting to have its cake as well as eat it. Its summit meeting with the United States in Washington this week is a testimony to trying to have it both ways. When Washington cares less about Asean, the nominally 10-member grouping…

Reuters

U.S. President considering Korea DMZ visit when traveling to Asia this month

U.S. President Joe Biden is considering a trip to the Korean Demilitarized Zone when he visits Asia later this month, White House press secretary Jen Psaki said on Thursday.

Reuters

Malaysian leader urges U.S. to adopt more active ASEAN trade agenda

Malaysian Prime Minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob on Thursday urged the United States to adopt a more active trade and investment agenda with the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), saying this would benefit Washington economically and strategically.

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