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Wellington mayor dives into sewage row in New Zealand waters
Millions of litres of raw sewage have flowed into the waters off Wellington’s beaches since a treatment plant broke down on February 4.
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Singapore prime minister attacked by hundreds of Chinese-language fake AI videos
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Why Brics can’t do away with US dollar even as currency cooperation rises
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Economics
India and Brazil set sights on US$30 billion trade milestone by 2030
The two founding Brics members are deepening links on rare earths, innovation and AI to diversify growth beyond the West.
24 Feb 2026 - 5:57PM
Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi hold a press conference after a meeting in New Delhi on Saturday. Photo: EPA
Southeast Asia
Malaysian resort owners face huge fines, jail over ‘exotic’ pangolin menu
An official said the establishment’s action tarnished Sabah’s image as a responsible, sustainable nature tourism destination.
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Southeast Asia
Bali ‘suitcase murder’ convict leaves Indonesia to face US court
Tommy Schaefer, convicted of killing girlfriend Heather Mack’s mother in 2014, apologised to the victim’s family after his early release.
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Politics
Why Indonesia’s lead role in Gaza peacekeeping force carries high political risk
Jakarta has reiterated that it ‘will not conduct military operations’ after it agreed to assume the role of deputy commander of the force.
24 Feb 2026 - 6:56PM
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US President Donald Trump, Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto and other leaders at the Board of Peace’s first meeting at the US Institute of Peace in Washington on Thursday. Photo: Reuters
Health & Environment
Thailand’s captive tiger industry faces backlash after 72 big cats die
‘By the time we realised they were sick, it was too late,’ said an official, as welfare groups decry a life of misery and confinement.
24 Feb 2026 - 6:12PM
Lifestyle & Culture
Future of Japan’s ‘naked festival’ in doubt after 3 men left unconscious
Organisers said they would review safety rules after six men collapsed during the annual scramble for good-luck talismans.
24 Feb 2026 - 5:04PM
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Southeast Asia
Sabah quake strongest to hit Malaysia in 11 years: Met Department
The 6.8-magnitude earthquake that struck off the coast of Sabah on Monday is stronger than the one that killed 18 people in Ranau in 2015.
24 Feb 2026 - 2:35PM
Southeast Asia
Pritam Singh seeks clarity on Singapore’s public spending as surplus widens
The Workers’ Party chief said ‘public cynicism’ can grow when Singaporeans do not see a clear accounting of how these funds are used.
24 Feb 2026 - 8:09PM
Workers’ Party chief Pritam Singh. Photo: AFP
Lifestyle & Culture
‘K-wave’ scams exploiting Brazil’s superfans trigger police pact
South Korea and Brazil are taking action to protect fans from fraudsters cashing in with phantom merchandise and exploitative ‘oppa’ tours.
24 Feb 2026 - 3:57PM
Politics
Malaysia’s biggest state wants its energy wealth back – and it’s going to court
Sarawak state is challenging oil giant Petronas’ dominance in the highest court, in a test for the prime minister’s unity coalition.
24 Feb 2026 - 4:13PM
Lifestyle & Culture
Sharing the luck: inside Southeast Asia’s embrace of Lunar New Year
Malay and Indian households are increasingly embracing the festivities, tossing ‘yusheng’ and giving hongbao to show ‘unity in diversity’.
24 Feb 2026 - 12:17PM
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Politics
Why South Korea is risking a rare rift with US to slash joint military drills
Washington is reportedly pushing back on Seoul’s request for smaller drills, forcing the postponement of a major joint military briefing.
24 Feb 2026 - 9:25AM
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US and South Korean armoured vehicles cross a floating bridge as part of last year’s Ulchi Freedom Shield joint military exercise. Photo: AFP
Economics
Tariff whiplash throws Asia’s recent US trade deals into doubt
India has already paused trade talks with Washington as other Asian nations are left to question the validity of their recent agreements.
23 Feb 2026 - 5:48PM
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Politics
Japan’s ‘Traitor Takaichi’ hit with online smear campaign using fake accounts
Using AI-generated images and simplified Chinese characters, a network of 3,000 fake accounts reportedly tried to sway Japan’s election.
23 Feb 2026 - 6:18PM
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Economics
Philippines’ AI reckoning puts millions of jobs on the line
The US$30 billion outsourcing sector is fighting to adapt, leaving millions of workers with a stark choice: upskill or be left behind.
14 Feb 2026 - 4:03PM
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Economics
India’s trade blitz seeks to keep afloat a sinking global order
‘Jolted out of its slumber’ by US tariffs, New Delhi is aggressively diversifying trade alliances to act as a bridge in a polarised world.
10 Feb 2026 - 8:54PM
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Politics
‘Critical point’: can Thailand election pave way for national reset?
With the economy struggling and corruption rife, Thai voters will look to the February 8 election as a chance to turn the country around.
31 Jan 2026 - 8:08AM
Politics
Malaysia’s Islamists preach ‘racial domination’ to woo young voters
They govern the north, dominate the opposition and claim to soon be the undisputed home of Malay nationalism. Is Putrajaya next for PAS?
24 Jan 2026 - 8:00AM
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Why Brics can’t do away with US dollar even as currency cooperation rises
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Why Indonesia’s lead role in Gaza peacekeeping force carries high political risk
24 Feb 2026 - 6:56PM
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Health & Environment
Thailand’s captive tiger industry faces backlash after 72 big cats die
24 Feb 2026 - 6:12PM
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India and Brazil set sights on US$30 billion trade milestone by 2030
24 Feb 2026 - 5:57PM
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