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Cambodia scam syndicate member extradited to China
Beijing says Liu Ren, a key figure in the Chen Zhi crime group, returned from Phnom Penh over scam centre operations.
Japan boat operator gets 5 years for deadly sinking
A Japanese sightseeing boat company president was sentenced to five years in jail over the 2022 sinking that killed 20 people.
Chinese authorities detain two underground church leaders
Chinese authorities detain two leaders of Early Rain Covenant Church after a police raid, says rights group ChinaAid.
Thailand builds climate database to brace for prolonged El Nino
Thailand develops climate data and risk maps to prepare for El Nino expected to persist through early 2027, says ministry.
Singapore's weekly dengue cases hit 2026 high at 119
Singapore recorded 119 dengue cases in a week, the highest in 2026, with 12 active clusters and four under red alert.
India blocks Telegram to prevent cheating in medical exam retest
India restricts Telegram access until June 22 to curb organised cheating ahead of a key medical entrance exam retest.
Xi pledges support for Myanmar's sovereignty in Beijing talks
Chinese leader Xi Jinping meets Myanmar President Min Aung Hlaing in Beijing, pledging firm support for sovereignty and territoria…
Taiwan launches website to collect intelligence on China
Taiwan launches a new online platform for intelligence leaks, inviting Chinese citizens to share information with its National Sec…
Philippines quake lifts seabed up to two metres
A powerful Philippine earthquake raised the seabed by up to two metres, exposing coral and harming marine life, the environment de…
Indonesia's economy struggles to regain investor confidence
High energy prices and policy shifts test Indonesia's economy amid rupiah weakness and stock market declines.
Man trying to buy car via social media robbed of 5 million yen in Osaka
The police are searching for the two men who fled the scene in Osaka's Miyakojima Ward in a car on suspicion of robbery resulting…
Thousands mourn Thai princess in Bangkok
Thousands of black-clad mourners line the streets of Bangkok as the body of Princess Bajrakitiyabha is brought to the royal palace…