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How Beijing is changing the way it involves itself in Taiwan’s election
Beijing is running a multi-pronged campaign to try and keep the ruling DPP from re-election in Taiwan.
North Korea’s Kim personally oversaw ICBM launch, state media says
Launch of solid-fuel Hwasong-18 sends 'clear signal to the hostile forces', Korean Central News Agency says.
Philippines’ billions in climate funds face scrutiny over green credentials
Climate activists say Manila's massive spending on climate-related initiatives is poorly allocated.
Is the US complicit in the dire humanitarian crisis in Gaza?
As Israel continues its assault on Gaza, there is growing concern over humanitarian conditions in the besieged enclave.
Austin says US support for Israel unshakeable as Gaza ceasefire calls grow
Lloyd Austin says US support 'unshakeable', urges Israel to do more to protect civilians and increase aid supplies.
Hamas video shows elderly Israeli captives pleading for release
The Qassam Brigades releases the one-minute video, titled Don't Let Us Grow Old Here, on its Telegram account.
Israel accused of using starvation as a weapon of war in Gaza
Human Rights Watch has accused Israel of using starvation as a weapon of war.
Hundreds evacuated as floodwaters hit northeastern Australia
Residents took shelter on rooftops as intense precipitation created 'once-in-a-century' flooding around the state.
Turkey’s Erdogan and Hungary’s Orban pledge to strengthen ties in Budapest
The two countries are the only holdouts in NATO to not have ratified Sweden's bid to join the transatlantic alliance.
Taiwan’s last generation to fight China
Veterans of Taiwan’s battles with China say their history holds lessons for the upcoming presidential election.