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ASEAN FILM FESTIVAL: An immersive journey into the diverse cinematic tapestry of Southeast Asia

Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. [The content of this article has been produced by our advertising partner.] In a world where cultural exchange and understanding are more important than ever, the creative industry has proven to be a powerful…

India’s Modi faces his biggest test yet as ‘alive and kicking’ opposition parties unite pre-elections

Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. Analysts say a new opposition alliance poses a challenge for the Indian PM, as he seeks to position himself ‘as a statesman and family elder’ ahead of next year’s polls. https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/politics/article/3231186/indias-modi-faces-his-biggest-test-yet-alive-and-kicking-opposition-parties-unite-pre-elections?utm_source=rss_feed

North Korea Confirms Detention of Travis King, U.S. Soldier

New York Times The statement was the first public acknowledgment by the country that it has the soldier, Pvt. Travis King, in its custody. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/08/15/world/asia/north-korea-travis-king.html

Russia’s Interest Rate Hike Highlights Economic Struggle Amid Ukraine War

New York Times With the third-largest interest rate increase in a decade to shore up the ruble, Moscow’s policymakers are pursuing the conflicting goals of paying for the war against Ukraine and taming inflation. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/08/15/world/europe/russia-ruble-economy-interest-rates.html

Australia ex-priest’s jail term for sex crimes extended to 40 years: ‘you will probably die in custody’

Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. The ex-priest had another 12 months added to his 39-year prison sentence for molesting a 72nd victim, bringing his total convictions to 193. https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/australasia/article/3231196/australia-ex-priests-jail-term-sex-crimes-extended-40-years-you-will-probably-die-custody?utm_source=rss_feed

North Korea says border-crossing soldier Travis King wants refuge from mistreatment in US Army

Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. The American private has confessed to illegally intruding, state media reported, and wants to stay in the North or a third country. https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/east-asia/article/3231215/north-korea-says-border-crossing-us-soldier-travis-king-willing-seek-refuge-there?utm_source=rss_feed

Joe Biden’s US summit with Japanese, South Korean leaders looks to send ‘unity’ message

Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. Meeting at Camp David is expected to result in a series of defence, economic and diplomatic agreements aimed at pushing back against China. https://www.scmp.com/news/china/article/3231213/joe-bidens-us-summit-japanese-south-korean-leaders-looks-send-unity-message?utm_source=rss_feed

Can Koyo Kouoh Revive Zeitz MOCAA?

New York Times “There was a feeling that we cannot let this fail,” Koyo Kouoh said of taking the top job at Zeitz MOCAA. She wants to make it relevant to the Pan-African world and beyond. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/08/15/arts/design/zeitz-museum-south-africa-kouoh.html

At Least Three Dead After Russian Missile Attacks in Western Ukraine

New York Times Officials said more than two dozen missiles were fired in the strikes that were far from the front lines in the east and south. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/08/15/world/europe/russia-missile-attacks-lviv-lutsk-ukraine.html

How South China Sea rows thwart Philippine hopes to improve ties with China

Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. Filipino presidents have tried to improve ties with China throughout the 20th century, but domestic scandals and territorial disputes have got in the way. Clashes between Filipino and Chinese vessels in the South China…