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Asian Markets Mixed As Focus Turns To US Inflation Report

Asian markets wobbled Wednesday ahead of key US inflation data later in the day, with traders struggling to pick up the baton after a record performance on Wall Street.

International Business Times

‘Impossible’ heatwave struck Philippines in April, scientists find

Human-caused climate crisis brought soaring temperatures across Asia, from Gaza to Delhi to Manila

The Guardian - UK

Matter of concern: EAM Jaishankar on delay in IMEC implementation in view of situation in West Asia

The delay in implementation of the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC) in view of the current situation in West Asia is a matter of “concern”, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar has said

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As the Red Sea crisis continues, pressure on consumer prices follows in its wake

UK manufacturers and retailers are not yet passing on all the costs of diverting ships round southern Africa – but can that last?

The Guardian - UK

Yamaha's YZF-R15M Sportbike Could Be the Perfect Beginner Sportbike

Yamaha has unveiled the 2024 YZF-R15 in the Asian market, sporting new liveries and fancy technology.

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India's Modi accused of targeting Muslims as election gathers momentum

As India's marathon election rolls on, FRANCE 24 speaks to expert Mitali Mukherjee, who tells us that Prime Minister Narendra Modi's ruling BJP is running its campaign on anti-Muslim rhetoric. Also, Thailand's opposition leader speaks about his efforts to reform lese majeste laws. And we bring you the latest on…

France 24

Asia Stocks Rally On Renewed Global Rate Cut Optimism

Asian stocks surge on renewed optimism of global rate cuts by central banks, boosting investor sentiment amidst trade tensions.

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Snippets on Syed Ghani Khan’s effort to preserve many rice varieties from extinction

Rice in its domesticated form is the staple food for over half of the world’s human population, particularly in Asia and Africa. Historins believe that Asian rice was domesticated in China some 13,500 to 8,200 years ago, while African rice was domesticated in Africa some 3,000 years ago. China and India are among the largest consumers…

The Hindu

Famed Thai Holiday Isles Suffer Water Shortages After Heatwave

The dazzling Thai holiday islands made famous by Hollywood film "The Beach" are facing a severe water shortage following a blistering heatwave across Asia, a tourism official and locals said Thursday.

International Business Times

Asian Markets Mixed As Traders Eye Rate Cuts

Asian traders fought to get a recent rally back on course Thursday following a tepid lead from Wall Street but record performance in Europe highlighted optimism that central banks were on course to cut interest rates.

International Business Times

School's Out: How Climate Change Threatens Education

Record-breaking heat last month that prompted governments in Asia to close schools offers fresh evidence of how climate change is threatening the education of millions of children.

International Business Times

Leading With Autonomy: Dr. Di Zhu's Philosophy And How It Made The Asia Policy Institute Thrive

The Asia Policy Institute (API) leads by example, exhibiting a democratic and outcome-driven philosophy, ultimately ensuring employee satisfaction and profitability.

International Business Times

China’s Belt and Road faces European retreat over debt and dependency fears

China's Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), once a major attraction for European investment, is now facing a decline in enthusiasm from European stakeholders. Launched in 2013 by President Xi Jinping, the BRI sought to expand China's economic and strategic influence globally by reconstructing the ancient Silk Road trading routes. The…

The Times of India

C.J. Stroud living the offseason life during Asia tour with Micah Parsons

C.J. Stroud and Dallas Cowboys star Micah Parsons have been living life during their stay in Asia this offseason.

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Asia Tracks Another Rally On Wall St As US Rate Optimism Lingers

Asian markets built on the latest global rally Tuesday as optimism that the US Federal Reserve will cut interest rates this year continued to breeze through trading floors.

AAP

'Why not us?': Mariners on the hunt for AFC Cup glory

The Central Coast Mariners are seeking to become just the second Australian side to lift an Asian trophy when they face Lebanon's Al Ahed.

The Guardian - UK

‘Inside an oven’: sweltering heat ravages crops and takes lives in south-east Asia

Governments issue health warnings as schools shut and crops fail, with fears that worse is to come as heatwave tightens grip

The Guardian - UK

Boost for travel agents as Race Across the World grips viewers

Viewing figures for the BBC One series are rising, along with bookings at travel companies that serve east Asia

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Vietnam Temperature Records Tumble As Heatwave Scorches

More than 100 temperature records fell across Vietnam in April, according to official data, as a deadly heatwave scorches South and Southeast Asia.

Al Jazeera

Wall Street Journal cuts Hong Kong staff, shifts focus to Singapore

Company-wide memo says the newspaper is shifting its ‘center of gravity in the region’ to Southeast Asian hub.

International Business Times

Asian Markets Track Wall St Higher As Rate Hopes Rise, Eyes On US Jobs

Hong Kong led another rally across Asian markets Friday thanks to a surge in tech giants, while the yen extended gains against the dollar on revived hopes for US interest rate cuts.

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Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud goes global during 2024 Asia Tour with Cowboys star Micah Parsons

The Houston Texans quarterback CJ Stroud made his way to Asia to host football camps with Dallas Cowboys star Micah Parsons for 10 days.

The Guardian - UK

Do Son, Salah and Kim show damage mid-season tournaments can bring?

Leading players have not been at their usual club levels since going to the Asian Cup or Africa Cup of Nations

Evening Standard

Standard Chartered beats UK banks thanks to Asian focus

STANDARD Chartered showed off the benefit of its focus on Asian markets today with a jump in trading income as clients took a more “risk on” approach to investing.

International Business Times

Heat-struck Thai Village Hoists Cartoon Cat In Desperate Bid For Rain

As millions across Southeast Asia suffer a blistering heatwave that is melting railway tracks, a Thai village resorted to an unusual method to seek rain: parading a Japanese cartoon cat.

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