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China introduces world's first 'virus passport' programme
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Myanmar’s Aung San Suu Kyi Faces New Charges After Bloody Crackdown
The country’s most popular political leader, ousted in a military coup, has four separate allegations against her that could keep her detained for years
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Myanmar coup: Internet shutdown as crowds protest against military
Myanmar's military rulers have shut down the country's internet as thousands of people joined the largest rally yet against Monday's coup.
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China warns Taiwan independence 'means war' as US pledges support
China has warned Taiwan that any attempt to seek independence "means war".
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China flexes muscles to US in South China Sea after promising to ‘open fire’
Just days into Joe Biden’s presidency, China has launched a “strike package” in the disputed South China Sea. And this is just the start.
Beijing likens Capitol storming to Hong Kong protests, hopes US can enjoy ‘peace, stability and security as soon as possible’
The Chinese Foreign Ministry has branded the “thugs, extremists and villains” who stormed the US Capitol Building on Wednesday a “disgrace,” adding that Beijing hopes Americans can experience stability in the near future.
Billionaire missing after China remarks
A Chinese billionaire who gave a speech slamming China’s regulators and its state-owned banks hasn’t been seen in months.
North Korea to revive deadly $1b resort
North Korea plans to transform an abandoned mega resort – where a tourist was once shot dead – into a glitzy international holiday destination.
Stealth fighters and long-range missiles: Japan’s cabinet greenlights record-breaking military budget
Japanese government has approved a hike in military spending to address an “increasingly tough” security environment, as the country struggles under the world's largest debt and the pandemic-induced economic slump.
'Stronger together': Taiwan foreign minister urges new alliance against China
Joseph Wu says Beijing is seeking to expand its ‘authoritarian order’ and calls for ‘like-minded’ nations to act together to protect Taiwan
THE SLEEPING GIANT: Only reason China has not destroyed us yet
China has made no secret of its growing feud with Australia. But there is one reason China hasn’t dealt the death blow to Australia’s economy – and everyone knows it.
South Korea Has Passed A Law That Will Allow BTS To Postpone Their Military Enlistment
The eldest member of BTS, Jin, is turning 28 on Dec. 4.
Covid-19: China tests entire city of Kashgar in Xinjiang Published11 hours ago
China is once again mass testing an entire city for the coronavirus amid a regional outbreak in Xinjiang province.
WHERE’S KIM’S SISTER?: Mystery disappearance of ‘aggressive’ Kim Yo-jong
She had been touted as the next leader of North Korea but has now vanished in what could be a sign of a brutal and bloody power play underway in Pyongyang.
‘Cruel’: Why Kim’s sister is a problem
Kim Jong-un’s “cruel and unpredictable” sister would rule with an iron fist, experts say, but she may be too much even for North Korea’s elites.
Kim ‘in coma, sister grabs power’
South Korean media is reporting Kim Jong-un’s health has deteriorated so much that he is “in a coma”, forcing his sister to take power.
Kim Jong-un gives sister Yo-jong 'more responsibilities'
North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has delegated more responsibilities to his aides, including his sister Kim Yo-jong, South Korea's spy agency claims.
New Zealand puts Auckland under lockdown after first new cases in 102 days
New Zealand announced on Tuesday it was shutting down its largest city, Auckland, after four new cases of COVID-19 were discovered in the city, the first evidence of domestic transmission after being coronavirus-free for 102 days.
Coronavirus: Victoria declares state of disaster after spike in cases
The Australian state of Victoria has declared a state of disaster and imposed new lockdown measures after a surge in coronavirus infections.
Pacifist Japan ruling party proposes strike capability to halt missile attacks
Pacifist Japan took a step closer to acquiring weapons able to strike North Korea on Friday after a ruling party committee approved proposals to consider acquiring strike capability to halt ballistic missile attacks.
