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Dozens feared dead after ‘massive’ landslide hits Papua New Guinea
Governor of Enga province says the disaster caused 'loss of life and property' in at least six villages.
India’s river islanders return home in between floods
Families from a floating island in Assam state move away with every flood, and move back home every dry season.
‘God’s influencer’: Pope recognises Carlo Acutis as first millennial saint
Acutis was attributed with a second miracle. He can now be elevated to sainthood, but it's unclear when.
Four dead, 21 injured in Spain after Mallorca restaurant collapses
Investigations are under way into the cause of the incident at the start of the island's tourist high season.
Robe-wearing DJ NewJeansNim draws complaints from Singapore Buddhists
South Korean performer has won praise at home for boosting Buddhism, but Southeast Asia has been less welcoming.
Apartment block fire in Vietnam’s Hanoi kills 14, state media says
Fire reportedly started in courtyard between two buildings used to sell and repair electric bicycles.
TikTok curbs state-affiliated media amid foreign influence fears
Video-sharing app says state-backed accounts will not be recommended or allowed to advertise outside home countries.
China says war games around Taiwan to test ability to ‘seize power’
The People's Liberation Army continues land, sea and air exercises that began on Thursday around the self-ruled island.
The battle for Delhi: Will Modi’s BJP pass its bellwether election test?
The BJP has won Delhi in all but two national elections since 1989. This time, its two biggest rivals have teamed up.
Why are thousands of people protesting in Taiwan?
Opposition efforts to push through a controversial bill have raised concerns about the island's democracy.