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WORLDAug 25Philippines may be moving up , but 74 % of Filipinos still worry about rising costs , FWD study findsA study by FWD indicates that despite potential national progress, a large majority of Filipinos remain concerned about rising costs. This highlights persistent economic anxieties among the population.shangbao.com.ph · Philippines
WORLDAug 25Singapore - Vietnam Strategic Dialogue to be enduring platform for next - gen leaders to connect : Chan Chun SingA strategic dialogue between Singapore and Vietnam is established as a lasting platform for future leaders to foster connections and cooperation.businesstimes.com.sg · Singapore
WORLDAug 25Another suspect in HK$7m gold robbery at Hong Kong airport held after car crashA suspect linked to a HK$7 million (US$893,200) gold robbery at Hong Kong International Airport has been arrested after crashing his car inside Tate’s Cairn Tunnel. The 21-year-old man was driving a private car towards Sha Tin around 3am on Tuesday when he crashed into an oncoming vehicle. Police discovered around 66 grams of suspected cocaine, five e-cigarette cartridges suspected to contain etomidate, and drug paraphernalia on the driver and inside the vehicle, with the illicit haul valued at...South China Morning Post
WORLDAug 25Woman fined HK$4,000 over unleashed dog attack at Hong Kong pet gardenA woman has been fined HK$4,000 (US$510) after pleading guilty to failing to keep her dog on a leash after it attacked a smaller canine and bit its owner. Eastern Court on Tuesday heard guilty pleas from Chong Oi-lam, 44, who had not leashed her golden retriever while walking it at the pet garden at Wan Chai Temporary Promenade on January 20. The court heard that after the golden retriever pounced on a Pomeranian, its owner picked up the smaller dog to shield it from the attack. The retriever...South China Morning Post
WORLDAug 25Japan civic group holds exhibition on Japanese army wartime poison gas useen.people.cn · China
WORLDAug 25Japan’s famous bonfire monkey zoo to close for major revampThe Japan Monkey Centre, a primate zoo in central Japan known for its winter tradition of monkeys warming themselves by bonfires, will close from mid-October to renovate ageing facilities before reopening in several years. Home to about 700 monkeys of around 50 species, the facility in Inuyama, Aichi prefecture, will open only on weekends and holidays from September, and close its gates from October 19. During the closure, it plans to use social media to post updates on the monkeys and hold...South China Morning Post
WORLDAug 25Hong Kong needs clearer framework for handling high heat on work sitesFeel strongly about these letters, or any other aspects of the news? Share your views by emailing us your Letter to the Editor at letters@scmp.com or filling in this Google form. Submissions should not exceed 400 words. Public debate over Hong Kong’s recent heatwave has rightly focused on protecting frontline workers. However, one group remains largely absent from the discussion: site managers and project supervisors who carry responsibility for worker safety, project delivery and contractual...South China Morning Post
WORLDAug 25Want to keep a big dog in Hong Kong? Experts share what you should knowHeat, humidity and crowded living spaces could pose challenges for Hongkongers hoping to keep large or aggressive dogs as pets, experts have said, urging potential owners to consider the needs of such animals before deciding to house them. They issued the warning after a woman and two small canines were mauled in two separate attacks last week. The woman was found collapsed in Ping Yeung Tsuen, hours after she was attacked at a dog training centre by a canine suspected of being a mixed-breed...South China Morning Post
WORLDAug 24Forcing women to drink at business dinners has no place in modern ChinaReports of a female employee allegedly being assaulted at a drinking party in Hangzhou brought back a version of myself from more than a decade ago. Back then, I was one of those young women routinely invited to business dinners. Seating followed an unwritten rule, with the most powerful person taking the seat of honour, flanked by two young women. Everyone knew what we were there to do: keep the conversation lively, entertain the guests and, above all, keep raising our glasses. I’ve always been...South China Morning Post
WORLDAug 24Experience the Spider - Man flights from Melbourne to Tokyo | South Coast RegisterThe article highlights Spider-Man themed flights available for experience from Melbourne to Tokyo.southcoastregister.com.au · Australia
WORLDAug 24Former Hong Kong teacher gets 18 months in prison for molesting student twiceA Hong Kong court sentenced a former teacher on Monday to 18 months in prison for molesting a student, aged 15 at the time, on two occasions in 2020. District Judge Gary Lam Kar-yan described defendant Cheng Hon-sze’s case as serious and said there was no room for a reduced sentence, even if it was a first offence. Cheng, now 32, was sentenced at Tsuen Wan Court after being found guilty of two counts of indecent assault for groping the student and making her perform an obscene act in May and...South China Morning Post
WORLDAug 24China PhD student famous for Christopher Nolan interview accused of widespread plagiarismThe Chinese podcaster Zhongshu, who garnered widespread international acclaim for her recent interview with filmmaker Christopher Nolan, is now facing allegations of paraphrasing and plagiarism in her podcasts and published works. The interview between Zhongshu and Nolan concerning The Odyssey, released on July 31, quickly went viral and was celebrated as “smart,” “the most interesting and profound,” and “peak journalism” by commentators in media and culture. In the 17-minute video, the PhD...South China Morning Post
WORLDAug 24Malaysia says Indonesia to open airspace for cloud seeding to tackle hazeIndonesia has given Malaysian agencies ⁠official permission ⁠to enter its ⁠airspace to conduct cloud seeding operations, Malaysia’s environment minister has said, part of both countries’ efforts to combat the haze blanketing the region. Indonesia has been stepping ‌up efforts to slow the spread of haze caused by forest and land fires across several provinces, which this month led to dozens of school closures, including in neighbouring Malaysia. Malaysia’s national disaster management agency and...South China Morning Post
WORLDAug 24Reopened in 2026 , Edo - Tokyo Museum reveals 400 years of Tokyo | Western AdvocateThe Edo-Tokyo Museum is slated to reopen in 2026, showcasing 400 years of Tokyo's history. This event highlights a future cultural attraction and historical display.westernadvocate.com.au · Australia
WORLDAug 24Reopened in 2026 , Edo - Tokyo Museum reveals 400 years of Tokyo | Moree ChampionThe Edo-Tokyo Museum is set to reopen in 2026, showcasing 400 years of Tokyo's history. This marks a significant upcoming cultural event for the city.moreechampion.com.au · Australia
WORLDAug 24Hong Kong airport embraces future of travel with Terminal 2When Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) opened in 1998 to replace its predecessor, the iconic Kai Tak Airport, the world was amazed by its engineering and architectural marvels. HKIA’s construction transformed the geography of northern Lantau Island, adding 1 per cent to the city’s total land mass by reclaiming land to connect two other islands, Chek Lap Kok and Lam Chau. The main terminal, designed by the renowned architect Norman Foster, revolutionised the passenger experience with its...South China Morning Post
WORLDAug 24Hong Kong urged to adopt trait-based dog tiers, DNA checks after fatal attacksHong Kong should introduce a tiered risk framework and carry out DNA testing and physical checks to identify dogs with aggressive traits, a veterinarian and a lawmaker have said after a woman and two canines were all fatally maulled within a week. Monday’s calls for policy change came after the woman, aged 33, was found dead in Ping Yeung Tsuen. Only hours before she was found, she had been attacked at a pet training centre by a canine suspected of being a mixed-breed fighting dog. Preliminary...South China Morning Post
WORLDAug 24Expat retirees fuel luxury home demand; Wang Yi’s trip to Seoul: 5 weekend reads you missedWe have put together stories from our coverage last weekend to help you stay informed about news across Asia and beyond. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. 1. Why Chinese foreign minister’s trip to South Korea ‘dealt a low blow’ to Seoul 2. How much of an impact will retiring expats have on Hong Kong’s luxury property? 3. Electrochemist Liu Jiawei moves from Singapore to Hong Kong to start her own lab 4. Malaysia’s Anwar traded reform for power. Now...South China Morning Post
WORLDAug 24Bridging the analytical divide -- Beijing ReviewThe article discusses efforts to bridge an analytical divide, as reported by Beijing Review. This suggests a focus on understanding differing perspectives or analytical approaches on a global or political issue.bjreview.com · China
WORLDAug 24Lali Espósito se sinceró y blanqueó cómo es un relación con La China SuárezLa actriz y cantante, en diálogo con Martín Cirio, se refirió al vínculo que la une a su ex compañera en la época de "Casi Ángeles".“Yo siempre le deseo la alegría, lo que sea la alegría para ella”, aseguró.Clarín
WORLDAug 23Who is Taiwanese actor Cheng Chang Fan , going viral for his romance with Indian woman ? A Taiwanese actor named Cheng Chang Fan is gaining viral attention due to his romantic relationship with an Indian woman. This article aims to provide information about the actor.hindustantimes.com · India
WORLDAug 23Japanese Olympic pairs champions Miura, Kihara get engagedJapanese Olympic pairs figure skating champions Riku Miura and Ryuichi Kihara said Sunday that they are engaged, ending months of speculation about their relationship after their sensational performance…Japan Today
WORLDAug 23Seoul cultural facilities to extend nighttime opening starting SeptemberCultural facilities in Seoul will begin extending their nighttime opening hours in September. This represents a change in public access to cultural venues.koreaherald.com · South Korea
WORLDAug 23Korean War veteran Ralph Mathison laid to rest among family at Hemnes CemeteryA Korean War veteran has been laid to rest in a family cemetery. This marks the passing of a military veteran.wahpetondailynews.com · United States
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