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Headlines from the outlets of the region and the specialist cyber press, newest first, one row per story. Headlines in other languages are machine-translated into English; the mark after them gives the language, and the original is underneath. The last 30 days unless you set dates. How translation and stories work · Which outlets, by country
1081–1120 of 1982 stories (2211 articles)
List every article · Times in UTC| Oct 29 05:57 |
South Korea |
Korea seeks 'top-down' approach with US for breakthrough in OPCON transfer
Korea will seek a "top-down" approach with the United States for a breakthrough in the wartime operational control (OPCON) transition, the defense ministry said Thursday, dismissing the view that a delay of …
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| Oct 29 05:57 |
South Korea |
K-water signs MOU with Austin to share AI water management technology
Korea Water Resources Corp. (K-water) signed a memorandum of understanding on Thursday with Austin, Texas, to cooperate on artificial intelligence (AI) water management, meeting with a delegation led by Michael Rogers, the …
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| Oct 29 05:57 |
South Korea |
Overseas Koreans can now renew military discharge cards at embassies
Overseas Koreans living abroad can now easily apply for the reissuance of their military discharge certificates at Korean diplomatic missions, including embassies and consulates, without appointing a proxy in Korea. The Military …
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| Oct 29 05:48 |
China |
German president highlights China-Germany cooperation in Anhui visit
German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier has hailed China-Germany cooperation on his state visit to China, stressing that cooperation between the two countries is worthwhile.
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| Oct 29 05:46 |
South Korea |
Next Ukraine talks depends on Middle East: Kremlin aide
The timing of the next round of three-way talks on a settlement of the Ukraine conflict is linked to the conflict in the Middle East, Kremlin foreign policy aide Yuri Ushakov was …
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| Oct 29 05:30 |
Indonesia |
Prabowo welcomes Singaporean FM Balakrishnan for closed-door talks
President Prabowo Subianto hosted Singaporean Foreign Minister Vivian Balakrishnan at the president's retreat in ...
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| Oct 29 05:01 |
Laos |
Pepperstone and Aston Martin Aramco extend and expand partnership with Fernando Alonso appointed Global Ambassador from 2027.
Pepperstone strengthens its partnership with the Aston Martin Aramco Formula One™ Team, unveiling an expanded presence and a new global ambassador partnership with two-time Formula One™ World Champion Fernando Alonso from 2027. …
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| Oct 29 04:50 |
Malaysia |
Nearly half of M’sians currently detained abroad held over drug offences
Deputy foreign minister Lukanisman Awang Sauni says 1,588 Malaysians were detained for drug-related offences as of September this year.
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| Oct 29 04:38 |
South Korea |
Germany, S. Korea can’t replace US or China but can bolster stability: envoy
Germany and South Korea can bolster economic and security stability through closer cooperation as middle powers amid conflicts in Europe and the Middle East, German Ambassador Georg Schmidt said, while cautioning that …
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| Oct 29 04:07 |
South Korea |
FM Cho leaves for US for G20 meeting, talks with Rubio
Foreign Minister Cho Hyun departed for the United States on Thursday to attend a Group of 20 foeign ministers' meeting and hold talks with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on key …
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| Oct 29 03:59 |
Cambodia |
Cambodia highlights agricultural products and investment opportunities at Asia-Pacific Summit
Cambodia highlighted its agricultural production potential and investment opportunities at the Asia-Pacific Agri-Food Summit in Singapore, with the agriculture minister outlining the country’s strategic agricultural products and opportunities to expand exports. The …
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| Oct 29 03:52 |
Philippines |
Asean, daialogue partners urged to boost security cooperation, uphold intl law, protect migrant workers
LAPU-LAPU CITY — Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. on Thursday urged Asean member states and their dialogue partners to strengthen regional security cooperation, uphold international law and protect migrant workers and seafarers …
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| Oct 29 02:32 |
Hong Kong |
Australian defence chief says China military buildup creating ‘pressure’ in SE Asia
Australian Defence Minister Richard Marles said Thursday that China’s military build-up was creating a “condition of pressure” in Southeast Asia, and urged allies and partners to deepen cooperation. Beijing deploys hundreds of …
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| Oct 29 01:28 |
Malaysia |
WFP chief calls Gaza hunger ‘unacceptable’, vows to protect aid workers
Luke Lindberg said staff security was his top concern when asked about Israeli troops firing on UN convoys, given his White House connections.
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| Oct 29 01:26 |
Timor-Leste |
Northern Territory and Timor-Leste business bodies formalise cooperation agreement in Díli
DÍLI, 29 October 2026 (TATOLI) – Northern Territory and Timorese businesses have signed a cooperation agreement to strengthen trade and investment ties by establishing points of contact in Díli and Darwin. The …
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| Oct 29 01:00 |
China |
US should spy on Chinese firms to maintain edge in tech race: ex-CIA official
A former CIA official has called for Washington to spy on foreign companies to help US firms stay ahead in the technology race, in what would represent a break from long-standing US …
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| Oct 29 00:45 |
Malaysia |
In Dewan Rakyat today: AI literacy, Brics role and AI Bill on the agenda
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 29 — The Ministry of Education’s plans to integrate artificial intelligence (AI) literacy...
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| Oct 29 00:38 |
Macau |
Macau pitches itself as ASEAN’s gateway to GBA
Macau can bridge ASEAN and the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macau Greater Bay Area (GBA) by improving certification services and connectivity, business and diplomatic leaders said during a panel at the 31st Macau International Trade …
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| Oct 28 23:25 |
South Korea |
US sanctions North Korean network accused of defrauding businesses
The United States imposed sanctions on Wednesday to target what the Treasury Department said were North Korean government-run schemes that use IT workers to defraud US businesses and generate revenue for Pyongyang's …
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| Oct 28 23:14 |
Cambodia |
Cambodia and FAO reinforce sustainable agrifood and trade cooperation
Cambodia and the Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations (FAO) have strengthened their joint commitment to enhancing sustainable agrifood systems, food security, and market access for domestic agricultural products. The …
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| Oct 28 23:02 |
Cambodia |
Cambodia and Russia strengthen military ties on 70th diplomatic anniversary
Royal Cambodian Armed Forces (RCAF) Commander-in-Chief General Vong Pisen met yesterday with Russian Ground Forces Deputy Commander in charge of Military and Political Work Maj Gen Markovchin Sergei to discuss boosting bilateral …
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| Oct 28 23:00 |
Malaysia |
FMM report: Haze cost some Malaysian firms about RM280,000 in masks, medical expenses
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 29 — The recent haze has cost some Malaysian businesses additional haze-related expenses of at l...
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| Oct 28 22:32 |
Myanmar |
Myanmar’s UN Ambassador honours ‘fallen heroes’; IIMM warns about escalating war crimes
Myanmar’s UN Ambassador honours ‘fallen heroes’ since 2021 Burma’s Permanent Representative to the U.N., Ambassador Kyaw Moe Tun, made an emotional and solemn appeal to U.N. member states to help end the …
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| Oct 28 22:08 |
Malaysia |
UN rights chief wants next Israeli govt to ‘change course massively’
Volker Turk says Israel should abandon its current course of warfare and stop acting as though it is above international law.
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| Oct 28 21:59 |
Myanmar |
UN Special Envoy rejects military solution in Myanmar, warns against normalization
The United Nations Special Envoy on Myanmar, Julie Bishop, briefed the 81st session of the U.N. General Assembly’s Third Committee meeting on Tuesday, laying bare the deeply contested reality of what Myanmar’s …
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| Oct 28 21:47 |
Japan |
Ceasefire in Russia-occupied Ukrainian city holds for second day
A local ceasefire in southern Ukraine was holding for a second day, both sides said on Wednesday, as hopes grew that vital aid would be able to reach…
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| Oct 28 21:27 |
Malaysia |
Iran says discussing plan with mediators to end war, reopen Hormuz
A Qatari delegation visited Tehran on Sunday for talks to review developments including the latest on negotiations, Hormuz and energy supplies.
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| Oct 28 20:16 |
Singapore |
PM Wong, Prabowo have communicated, committed to 'do what is necessary' to tackle issues, including haze: Vivian Balakrishnan
Vivian's visit in Jakarta has resulted in a few constructive approaches, he said.
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| Oct 28 18:03 |
South Korea |
U.S. sanctions 10 individuals, entity over N. Korean IT worker fraud schemes
WASHINGTON, Oct. 28 (Yonhap) -- The United States on Wednesday imposed sanctions...
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| Oct 28 17:52 |
Singapore |
Banks expected to manage environmental risks from activities & exposures: MAS
The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) announced this in an Oct. 28 media statement.
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| Oct 28 17:31 |
Cambodia |
Cambodia and Czech Republic mark seven decades of diplomatic ties
Cambodia and the Czech Republic celebrated seven decades of diplomatic relations alongside Czech National Day, with both countries pledging to deepen their friendship through stronger trade, investment, education, and people-to-people ties. The …
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| Oct 28 17:28 |
Cambodia |
Expert urges sovereignty and dignity in peace talks
Lasting world peace must be anchored in justice, national sovereignty and tangible benefits for ordinary citizens rather than the interests of powerful states, a leading Cambodian scholar told an international forum in …
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| Oct 28 17:27 |
Cambodia |
Kingdom sets 23 biodiversity targets, covering 39% of territory
The Kingdom has established 23 national biodiversity targets across six priority areas, with its 73 protected areas covering about 7 million hectares, or 39% of the national territory, Environment Minister Eang Sophalleth …
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| Oct 28 17:17 |
Cambodia |
Phnom Penh, UN align to tap $30M agricultural loan fund
Cambodia and the United Nations (UN) plan to leverage a $3 million agricultural development grant to secure $30 million in commercial lending, aiming to boost rural farming and expand agro-enterprises. The post …
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| Oct 28 16:25 |
Philippines |
'Asean unity, defense cooperation crucial'
LAPU-LAPU CITY — Southeast Asian nations must strengthen their unity and defense cooperation to navigate an increasingly fragmented international environment, Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. said on Wednesday, as regional defense leaders …
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| Oct 28 16:24 |
Philippines |
Jordan to boost tourism, cultural exchange with PH
JORDAN aims to invigorate the tourism and cultural exchange relations with the Philippines to allow citizens from both countries to marvel at each other’s “wonders of the world,” its top envoy in …
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| Oct 28 16:20 |
Philippines |
US-Asean defense framework proposed
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth proposed the creation of an “ambitious” new US-Asean defense framework on Wednesday, telling the bloc’s leaders it could help them navigate “critically important” years ahead.The United States …
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| Oct 28 15:42 |
China |
Russia’s Putin woos African leaders at summit, slams ‘colonial’ West
President Vladimir Putin told African leaders on Wednesday that Russia was their best partner, accusing what he cast as a colonial West of still trying to exploit the continent’s resources and using …
Same story: 1 more article · 2 outlets
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| Oct 28 14:42 |
Philippines |
1 Pinoy injured in Spain train crash
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine embassy in Madrid, Spain on Wednesday confirmed that a Filipino was injured in the train crash near the town of Urda.In a statement, the embassy said they …
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| Oct 28 14:06 |
Timor-Leste |
Govt approves Special Procurement Regime for Dili Infrastructure in preparation for 2029 ASEAN Chairmanship
DILI, 28 October 2026 (TATOLI) — The Government on Timor-Leste, on Wednesday, approved a draft decree-law establishing special procurement procedures to accelerate infrastructure projects aimed at improving accessibility and regenerating the city …
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