Category: Asia

Sport

Gianni Infantino Seeks Another FIFA Term Despite Growing Revolt — But Who Will Challenge Him?

FIFA has confirmed that its president, Gianni Infantino, remains committed to seeking another term in office when world football's governing body holds its presidential election in March 2027. The confirmation comes at a turbulent time for Infantino, who has faced growing criticism and calls to step down following the collapse of a controversial proposal involving a stake in the commercial rights to FIFA competitions, including the World Cup. A FIFA spokesperson said there had been no change t

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Philippines

Remulla Rejects Sara Duterte’s Harassment Claim, Calls Jail Narrative ‘Drama’

MANILA, Philippines — Interior and Local Government Secretary Jonvic Remulla has strongly rejected Vice President Sara Duterte's allegations of harassment surrounding the service of an arrest warrant against her, describing her camp's account of possible detention as “drama.” The dispute has added another volatile chapter to the widening political conflict between the Duterte and Marcos camps, following Duterte's arrest warrant over three counts of grave threats and her subsequent decision to p

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Business

China Pumps US$54 Billion Into Banks and Insurers in Major Financial Powerhouse Push

BEIJING — China has unveiled a massive 360 billion yuan (US$54 billion) capital injection into some of its biggest state-owned banks and insurers, marking one of Beijing's most significant efforts in years to strengthen the country's financial system. The sweeping package is designed to reinforce the capital buffers of major financial institutions, ease pressure on insurers and banks, support lending and investment, and advance President Xi Jinping's long-term ambition of turning China into a g

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Philippines

ADULT DUGONG FOUND DEAD OFF ANTIQUE COAST—WHAT HAPPENED TO THE THREATENED SEA MAMMAL?

SEBASTE, ANTIQUE — Concern grew over the condition of marine wildlife in Antique after a large adult dugong was found dead along the coast of Barangay Aras-Asan in Sebaste town on Monday, September 7. The discovery came just one day after residents in nearby Caluya town rescued a juvenile dugong that had become stranded during low tide, successfully helping the young sea mammal return to the water. The adult dugong, scientifically known as Dugong dugon, was found along the shoreline and was ex

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Business

Can Gold Hit US$5,000? Wall Street Turns Bullish Even as Strong US Jobs Revive Rate-Hike Fears

NEW YORK — Gold is facing a major test. After an extraordinary rally that pushed the precious metal into historically high territory, Wall Street is increasingly debating whether gold could climb to US$5,000 an ounce. But the path higher has suddenly become more complicated. A stronger-than-expected US jobs report has revived fears that the Federal Reserve could raise interest rates again, pushing Treasury yields higher and putting pressure on gold. On Monday, spot gold fell to around US$4,40

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Business

Hong Kong Pitches Itself as a ‘Trusted Partner’ to Power Central Asia’s Next Growth Wave

ASTANA, Kazakhstan — Hong Kong Chief Executive John Lee has positioned the city as a “trusted partner” and strategic gateway for Central Asia, saying Hong Kong is ready to help businesses tap into one of the world's fastest-emerging regions for trade, investment and cross-border growth. Speaking virtually at the South China Morning Post China Conference: Central Asia 2026 in Astana on Sunday, Lee said the region offered enormous potential and that Hong Kong could provide the financial, legal an

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Business

China Has 1.4 Billion Mouths to Feed. How Vulnerable Is It to a Global Food Crisis?

BEIJING — China has spent years preparing for a question that could become increasingly urgent in an unstable world: Can the country reliably feed its 1.4 billion people if a major global food crisis disrupts trade, production and supply chains? The answer is complicated. China produces enormous quantities of food and has repeatedly broken grain production records. Beijing also maintains strategic reserves, invests heavily in farmland and agricultural technology, and treats food security as a

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Philippines

PNP Personnel Set for 5% Pay Hike in 2027—But the Bigger Boost May Be What Comes With It

MANILA, Philippines — Philippine National Police (PNP) personnel are set to receive another 5% increase in base pay in 2027, a move expected to improve police morale as the government expands funding not only for salaries but also for personnel welfare, additional manpower, healthcare and operational capabilities. The salary adjustment is part of the second tranche of the compensation increase for military and uniformed personnel (MUPs) under Executive Order No. 107, which takes effect on Janua

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Asia

India’s Food Safety Crackdown Is Getting Bigger — And What Inspectors Found Has Alarmed Millions

MUMBAI, India — A sweeping food safety crackdown in India is putting restaurants, street vendors, major food chains and grocery delivery businesses under intense scrutiny after inspectors uncovered serious hygiene and food safety violations across Maharashtra. The aggressive campaign, led by Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration Commissioner Tukaram Mundhe, has transformed food safety into one of India's biggest public health conversations, with surprise inspections and viral images exposing

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Entertainment

BLACKPINK’s Lisa Is Heading Back to Singapore Cinemas — But Fans Only Have Three Days to See Her Most Personal Story Yet

SINGAPORE — BLACKPINK’s Lisa is preparing to give fans a rare look behind the superstar image as her first feature-length solo documentary, Always Lalisa, heads to Singapore cinemas this October. The documentary will screen on Oct 12, Oct 14 and Oct 17 at selected Golden Village locations, including Cineleisure and Century Square, as well as across Shaw Theatres outlets. Selected Shaw screenings will also be available in IMAX, with ticket prices starting from S$22, according to CNA Lifestyle.

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