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WORLDOct 7Men arrested in burglary case; 20 'cases' on smartphone, safe named 'Kaneko-san'Several men have been arrested in connection with a burglary case, with evidence found on their smartphones and in relation to a safe. This highlights recent law enforcement action against criminal activity.Asahi Shimbun
WORLDOct 7Ex-Buddhist monk who founded Thai Aids hospice convicted of embezzlementA former Buddhist monk in Thailand was convicted on Wednesday of misusing donations to a highly praised hospice he established for people with HIV/Aids and given the maximum term of 50 years in prison. Alongkot Poonmook, formerly known as Phra Ratcha Wisutthiprachanat, was forced to leave the monkhood after he was arrested last year along with an associate, Seksan Sapsubbsakul, who served as a fundraiser for the project. The Central Criminal Court for Corruption and Misconduct Cases found both...South China Morning Post
WORLDOct 7Re-arrest of boyfriend in Nara double female body abandonment case on suspicion of murder with cable tiesAsahi Shimbun
WORLDOct 745 bridge name plates stolen, bolts and nuts removed; total damage ¥3.27 millionAsahi Shimbun
WORLDOct 7Travellers must use authorised buses, taxis at Huanggang Port, Hong Kong authorities sayTravellers heading to and from the revamped Huanggang Port must use authorised public transport services only, including pre-booked licensed taxi fleets, as other ride-hailing services will not be available inside the boundary control area, according to the Hong Kong government. At a press conference on Wednesday, transport officials also urged travellers not to rush to use the new port in the initial phase of its operations. Ahead of the expected opening of the Huanggang Port on Monday, the...South China Morning Post
WORLDOct 7Singapore to charge American man over perfume theft spree at Changi AirportA 47-year-old man will be charged on Thursday over a series of perfume thefts at Changi Airport, the Singapore Police Force (SPF) said on Wednesday. The thefts date back to November last year and involved almost S$1,410 (US$1,102) worth of perfume, the police said in a news release. SPF said it was alerted to the first theft on November 5, 2025, after a retail assistant discovered that a box of perfume was missing from a shop’s display shelf. Closed-circuit television footage showed that the...South China Morning Post
WORLDOct 7Former nursing student jailed for stealing from hospital patients and colleaguesA former nursing student at a leading private hospital in Hong Kong has been jailed for two years and four months for stealing cash, credit cards and a phone from patients and colleagues, causing losses of at least HK$59,000 (US$7,517). Leung Ho-fung, 29, was sentenced at the District Court on Wednesday after pleading guilty to 11 counts of theft. He admitted stealing an iPhone, HK$6,500 in cash and nine credit cards from four patients and four colleagues at Hong Kong Sanatorium and Hospital in...South China Morning Post
WORLDOct 7Softball powerhouse high school captain suicide; bereaved family sues school corporation and former advisor in AichiThe family of a high school softball captain who died by suicide is suing the school corporation and a former advisor in Aichi. This case involves a profound personal tragedy and allegations of responsibility against the educational institution and its staff.Asahi Shimbun
WORLDOct 7Hong Kong police investigate case of girl, 10, made to carry bags of beerHong Kong police are investigating the case of a 10-year-old girl who was made to carry bags of beer after videos were posted online showing her being berated by a man amid a confrontation with bystanders concerned about her wellbeing. Police said they received a report at about 10.30pm on Tuesday of a girl in school uniform being made to carry two bags containing numerous beer cans to a building at Fu Tai Estate in Tuen Mun. Officers attended the scene, but no arrests were made and...South China Morning Post
WORLDOct 7521kg of meth seized from Laos private jet bound for Manila, not Malaysia: policeThe 521kg (1,148lbs) of suspected methamphetamine seized by Laotian authorities from a private jet was not sourced from Malaysia, with the drugs believed to have originated in Laos and been destined for Manila, the Philippines. Bukit Aman Narcotics Crime Investigation Department (NCID) director Hussein Omar Khan said police were informed by Laotian authorities on Tuesday that the cross-border smuggling attempt had been foiled at Luang Prabang International Airport last Thursday. Hussein said the...South China Morning Post
WORLDOct 780-year-old yakuza leader arrested on suspicion of operating beach house without permission, also worked the cash register himselfAn 80-year-old yakuza leader was arrested on suspicion of operating a beach house without permission. He reportedly also worked the cash register himself.Asahi Shimbun
WORLDOct 7As bear attacks rise in Japan, fearful residents change daily routinesJeff Kingston used to take long walks with his dogs across the hills of Gunma in central Japan. But not this year. He has good reason. Kingston said he has encountered bears in those mountains more than 100 times over the years and been charged by aggressive bears around a dozen times. In 2014, a black bear knocked him down and attacked him across the skull with its claws, leaving a gash that required nine stitches. “This year, I have actively refrained from going into the hills precisely...South China Morning Post
WORLDOct 6Nishikori's retirement ceremonyJapan's Kei Nishikori, center, Japan Tennis Association President Yuji Fukazawa, second left, and others pose for pictures with the Special Honor Award at a retirement ceremony honoring Nishikori's…Japan Today
WORLDOct 6Why Chinese Parents Don’t Want Two KidsBeijing is pushing for bigger families, but the realities of childbirth and early parenting make it a hard sell.Foreign Policy
WORLDOct 6Judo: Japan crowns two new world champions in BakuAkari Omori claimed her first world title at -57kg, defeating reigning champion Eteri Liparteliani in golden score. At -73kg, Ryuga Tanaka overcame Makhmadbek Makhmadbekov in a tight final to secure gold and complete a double triumph for Japan.EuroNews [en]
WORLDOct 6‘Destined’ Djokovic Wins China Open, Extending Unbeaten RecordWith the win, the 39-year-old Serbian extended a perfect record to 34 wins in as many matches for his seventh title in Beijing—his first since 2015. The post ‘Destined’ Djokovic Wins China Open, Extending Unbeaten Record appeared first on Channels Television.Channels TV
WORLDOct 6Djokovic wins China Open after de Minaur retires, Alcaraz wins Japan OpenNovac Djokovic won 102nd match of his career, while ATP 500 tournament victory was Carlos Alcaraz's third of the year.Al Jazeera [en]
WORLDOct 6Rising electricity needs put Southeast Asia’s energy security at risk: reportRisks to Southeast Asia’s energy supplies are multiplying faster than nations are coming up with solutions to meet rapidly rising demand for electricity, according to an International Energy Agency report released on Tuesday. Southeast Asia has a seemingly insatiable appetite for energy, but the region is now in a pinch as energy costs rise, partly due to the Iran war. Fast-growing Southeast Asian economies also need more electricity to power data centres and keep homes and businesses cool. To...South China Morning Post
WORLDOct 6Djokovic wins China Open, keeps unbeaten record after opponent retiresNovak Djokovic won the China Open on Tuesday after his opponent Alex de Minaur retired from the final, extending an astonishing unbeaten streak in Beijing and winning the 102nd title of his career. The post Djokovic wins China Open, keeps unbeaten record after opponent retires appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
WORLDOct 6Alcaraz wins Japan Open, claims first title since wrist injury comebackCarlos Alcaraz has won the Japan Open for a second consecutive year, claiming his first title since returning from a right wrist injury. The post Alcaraz wins Japan Open, claims first title since wrist injury comeback appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
WORLDOct 6Cat thief gang busted in Vietnam: 'Thousands of animals stolen'De Vietnamese politie heeft een netwerk opgerold dat verantwoordelijk is voor de diefstal van duizenden katten in Ho Chi Minh-stad. Twaalf mannen worden verdacht van het stelen en doorverkopen van de dieren, vermoedelijk voor consumptie, melden staatsmedia. De hoofdverdachte is de 39-jarige Luu Thanh Binh, hij is de vermoedelijke bendeleider. Volgens het politieonderzoek kocht Binh levende katten, en sloeg hij de katten op op een locatie in de stad om ze vervolgens door te verkopen. Onder hem werkten meerdere mensen die ook weer anderen rekruteerden om katten te stelen in verschillende delen vNOS Buitenland
WORLDOct 6Their Majesties and Princess Aiko visit 'Japanese Art Collection at the British Museum' exhibitionTheir Majesties and Princess Aiko visited the 'Japanese Art Collection at the British Museum' exhibition. This event signifies royal engagement with cultural institutions and international art displays.Asahi Shimbun
WORLDOct 6PGA Tour heads to Japan, and Europe has a strong field at the Spanish OpenThe PGA Tour is scheduled to take place in Japan, while the Spanish Open in Europe will feature a strong field of competitors. This indicates upcoming international golf events.mississippivalley · united states of america
WORLDOct 6Elderly man found dead, wife hospitalised after smell reported at Hong Kong flatAn elderly man was found dead and his wife was taken to hospital after authorities responded to a report of a foul smell from a flat in Hong Kong on Tuesday. Authorities received a report at about 5.20pm from security staff at One Madison, a residential building on Castle Peak Road in Cheung Sha Wan, after an unusual odour was detected from the flat and the occupants had not been seen for some time. Firefighters were called to the scene and forced entry into the flat. The man was found in the...South China Morning Post
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