Category: Asia Pacific
South China Sea: Malaysia shadows Chinese research ship, asserting energy rights
Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. With plans for a new naval base in Sarawak also under way, Malaysia signals its commitment to defending its territorial claims. https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/economics/article/3277915/south-china-sea-malaysia-shadows-chinese-research-ship-asserting-energy-rights?utm_source=rss_feed
Read MorePope Francis’ East Timor mass draws 600,000 worshippers, nearly half the nation, Vatican says
Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. Pope Francis’ visit to East Timor drew a record-breaking crowd, highlighting the significance of the pontiff’s visit for the nation’s history and future. https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/southeast-asia/article/3277948/pope-francis-east-timor-mass-draws-600000-worshippers-nearly-half-nation-vatican-says?utm_source=rss_feed
Read MoreAustralia Plans to Set Age Limits for Social Media
New York Times The government is considering setting a minimum age, between 14 and 16, for platforms like TikTok and Instagram. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/09/10/world/australia/social-media-age-restrictions.html
Read MoreAt Japan’s damaged Fukushima nuclear plant, radioactive debris removal resumes
Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. The debris consists of nuclear fuel and parts of the plant’s infrastructure. https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/article/3277938/japans-damaged-fukushima-nuclear-plant-radioactive-debris-removal-resumes?utm_source=rss_feed
Read MoreAt Japan’s Fukushima, a high-stakes recovery of deadly radioactive debris resumes
Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. The mission is part of a decades-long effort to decommission Fukushima, where an estimated 880 tonnes of fatally radioactive fuel remain. https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/east-asia/article/3277922/japans-fukushima-high-stakes-recovery-deadly-radioactive-debris-resumes?utm_source=rss_feed
Read MoreSouth Korea slams leak of ‘blacklist’ doctors who refused to join strike, vows sanctions
Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. The list called doctors manning emergency rooms ‘forced labourers’ and revealed information including their names and phone numbers. https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/health-environment/article/3277912/south-korea-slams-blacklist-doctors-who-refused-join-strike-vows-sanctions?utm_source=rss_feed
Read MorePoisonous pufferfish preparation test passed by girl, 10, in Japan. Chef calls her amazing
Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. A girl aged 10 has gained certification in Japan to serve fugu, or pufferfish, whose poison can kill diners if not properly handled. https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/food-drink/article/3277893/poisonous-pufferfish-preparation-test-passed-girl-10-japan-chef-calls-her-amazing?utm_source=rss_feed
Read MoreChina’s Huawei Hopes to Keep Its Momentum With a ‘Trifold’ Phone
New York Times The latest announcement from Apple’s China rival comes just hours after the unveiling of iPhone 16. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/09/10/business/huawei-trifold-iphone.html
Read MoreSouth China Sea: Philippines logs record 203 Chinese vessels near its shores in 1 week
Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. The unprecedented surge follows a series of stand-offs and reclamation concerns at Sabina Shoal, the latest South China Sea flashpoint. https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/politics/article/3277831/south-china-sea-philippines-logs-record-203-chinese-vessels-near-its-shores-1-week?utm_source=rss_feed
Read MoreNorth Korea to ‘exponentially’ increase nuclear weapons stockpile, Kim says
Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. Experts predict that by 2027, North Korea could amass enough nuclear material for 200 warheads, raising alarms about its military ambitions. https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/east-asia/article/3277887/north-korea-exponentially-increase-nuclear-weapons-stockpile-kim-says?utm_source=rss_feed
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