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KKR Offers To Takeover Hitachi Transport

KKR & Co Inc (NYSE:KKR) disclosed a tender offer to take Hitachi Transport System, Ltd (OTC:HTSLF) private in a deal valued at JPY 670 billion ($5.2 billion). In connection with the tender offer, Hitachi Transport offered to pay JPY 6,632 a share to buy back the 40% stake held by Hitachi, Ltd. in Hitachi Transport. …

Benzinga · Apr 28, 2022

Netflix, Amazon and Disney Plus: Every Asian movie and TV show coming to streaming services in May 2022

Films include ‘Thar’, starring Bollywood actors Anil Kapoor and Harshvardhan Kapoor

The Independent UK · Apr 28, 2022

Climate change may increase risk of new infectious diseases

Climate change will result in thousands of new viruses spread among animal species by 2070 — and it's likely to increase the risk of emerging infectious diseases jumping from animals to humans, especially in Africa and Asia, according to a new study

The Independent UK · Apr 28, 2022

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A night to remember in Phuket

When I think of Phuket, I think about the beach -- nearby Koh Phi Phi with swimsuit and G-string clad partying 20-somethings trying to experience every excitement that life has to offer. That was until I was fortunate enough to attend the sold-out gala and premiere performance of the new…

Bangkok Post · Apr 27, 2022

Oil Prices Stable Amid Balancing Act Of Russia Supply Fears and Asian Demand Concerns On COVID-19 Restrictions

On Wednesday, oil was steady after Russia cut gas supplies to Bulgaria and Poland. However, lingering concerns about Asian COVID-19 related lockdowns (especially in China) weigh on economic growth, and oil demand constrains the prices, writes Reuters. Brent crude futures rose $0.26, or 0.30%, to $105.25 a barrel by 0823 GMT. U.S.…

Benzinga · Apr 27, 2022

Oil Prices Steady as Russia Supply Fears Meet Asian Demand Concerns

Oil was broadly steady on Wednesday after Russia cut gas supplies to Bulgaria and Poland, although lingering concerns about Asian coronavirus lockdowns weighing on economic growth and oil demand kept a lid on prices. Having dipped into negative territory, Brent crude futures rose 26 cents, or 0.3%, to $105.25 a…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Apr 27, 2022

Netflix Inks Deal With Japanese Anime Studio To Woo Asian Audiences Amid Slumping Numbers

Netflix Inc (NASDAQ: NFLX) has inked a deal with Japan-based animation studio Colorido as it looks to drive growth in Asia.

Benzinga · Apr 27, 2022

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Global mystery hepatitis outbreak spreads to Asia and Canada

Japan reports child with acute liver disease of unknown origin, and Canada investigating similar cases, with nearly 200 now recorded worldwide

The Guardian - AU · Apr 27, 2022

Global Airline Capacity Hits New Peak In 2022 As China Demand Recovers: Reuters

Despite lengthy lockdowns in Asia's largest aviation market, global airline capacity has risen to its highest level in 2022 this week owing to a rebound in Chinese domestic demand, Reuters reported, citing travel data firm OAG. According to OAG data, global airlines added 2.5 million seats in the week ending Monday,…

Benzinga · Apr 26, 2022

IMF Warns Asia Faces ‘Stagflationary’ Economic Outlook

The Asian region faces a "stagflationary" outlook, a senior International Monetary Fund (IMF) official warned on Tuesday, citing the Ukraine war, spike in commodity costs and a slowdown in China as creating significant uncertainty. While Asia's trade and financial exposures to Russia and Ukraine are limited, the region's economies will…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Apr 26, 2022

Liverpool to face Crystal Palace in Singapore

Liverpool will face Crystal Palace in Singapore as part of their pre-season tour of Asia in July, the Premier League club said on Tuesday.

Bangkok Post · Apr 26, 2022

Asia: Less brain drain more global consciousness

Internationalisation or intellectual colonialisation? A look into Asia

360info · Apr 26, 2022

The News Lens Featured in the Financial Times Asia-Pacific Top 500 High-Growth Companies 2022

In the 4th Financial Times Asia-Pacific Top 500 High-Growth Companies Selection, the technology industry accounted for the highest number of finalists. At the same time, there were only 14 media organizations shortlisted, with The News Lens featured as the only one from Taiwan.

The News Lens · Apr 26, 2022

Asia facing ‘stagflationary’ risks, IMF official warns

Senior official points to Ukraine war, soaring commodity prices and China’s economic slowdown as risks to the region.

Al Jazeera · Apr 26, 2022

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Financial Times · Apr 26, 2022

America’s lopsided China strategy: all guns and no butter

Facing criticism that its approach focuses too much on defence, the administration is preparing an economic plan for the Indo-Pacific

Al Jazeera · Apr 26, 2022

Could Asia save Putin from an EU energy ban? It’s not so simple

Infrastructure issues, political pressure and low demand could prevent Asia from absorbing diverted energy supplies.

Pedestrian.tv · Apr 26, 2022

Featured jobs: Niche Productions, Wrinkles Schminkles, Krystle Knight Jewellery, Zero Digital Media & Art Pharmacy

Niche Productions are a boutique Sydney-based touring, events, agency and management company. Niche Talent Agency has established itself as an industry tastemaker, with a unique roster of emerging acts pioneering innovative sounds and a reputation for breaking new ground and expanding opportunities for our artists in Australia, New Zealand, Asia…

Bangkok Post · Apr 25, 2022

Calls for over-the-top video industry to be self-regulating

Over-the-top (OTT) businesses should be self-regulating to ensure operational flexibility and enhance the business environment, which would be a boon for the labour market and the economy, according to a seminar held by Asia Internet Coalition, an industry association that gathers leading Asia-Pacific internet companies.

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Benzinga · Apr 25, 2022

Whirlpool Shares Volatile Afterhours On Q1 Earnings Miss, Trimming FY22 Outlook

Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE:WHR) reported a first-quarter sales decline of 8.2% year-over-year to $4.92 billion, missing the consensus of $5.32 billion. Adjusted EPS was $5.31, missing the consensus of $5.36. Whirlpool states it recorded robust sales growth compared to pre-pandemic levels with healthy underlying consumer demand. Sales by region: North America $2.79 billon…

The Times of India · Apr 25, 2022

How a creditor revolt scuttled Mukesh Ambani’s $3.2 billion retail deal

NEW DELHI: The preferential treatment of bondholders riled banks enough to reject a $3.2 billion rescue deal from one of Asia’s richest men for a debt-laden unprofitable retail chain, according to people familiar with the matter.

Edinburgh Live · Apr 25, 2022

Edinburgh’s top Chinese restaurant on TripAdvisor has a fascinating story to tell

This tiny restaurant has been hailed as a 'hidden gem' and a 'foodie paradise'. People rave about it for its unique take on Portuguese and Asian cuisine and it looks delicious!

Benzinga · Apr 25, 2022

Indian Energy Tycoon Just $3B Behind Warren Buffett On Global Rich List As Power Arm Hits Key Milestone

While the Indian stock market slid into the red on Monday with other Asian peers, the stocks of the listed Adani companies continued to defy the market and hit new milestones. In a recent surge, the power, and energy arm of the Adani conglomerate, the Adani Power, crossed INR 1…

The Conversation · Apr 25, 2022

How colonialism is a major cause of domestic abuse against women around the world

One in three women around the world will experience violence from an intimate partner at some point in their lifetime. That is a shocking figure. Even more shocking, though, is the fact that, in 23 countries – from the Americas and Africa to Asia and the Pacific – it is…

Reuters · Apr 25, 2022

Hong Kong's Foreign Correspondents' Club suspends top Asian human rights awards

Hong Kong's Foreign Correspondents' Club (FCC) has suspended its annual Human Rights Press Awards so as not to "unintentionally" violate any laws, according to a statement from the club president on Monday.

Bangkok Post · Apr 25, 2022

Thai hemp-cannabis industry can gain impetus

Leading expert body set up to turn Thailand into Asia’s hub

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