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S. Korea president calls for evacuation of citizens from Ukraine

64 Korean nationals remain as the security situation worsens.

Wednesday, 23 Feb 2022 11:40 PM

S. Korea president calls for evacuation of citizens from Ukraine

Putin says Russia’s interests ‘non-negotiable’ amid Ukraine crisis

The sanctions regime by the West will backfire, says Moscow.

Wednesday, 23 Feb 2022 11:00 PM

Putin says Russia’s interests ‘non-negotiable’ amid Ukraine crisis

UK says Putin ‘highly likely’ to attack Ukraine

Western intelligence agencies warn of potential invasion.

Wednesday, 23 Feb 2022 10:20 PM

UK says Putin ‘highly likely’ to attack Ukraine

In conservative Singapore, plus-size actors take centre stage

Fat-shaming still common in Asia, but traditional view that only slim is beautiful is being challenged.

Wednesday, 23 Feb 2022 09:40 PM

In conservative Singapore, plus-size actors take centre stage

S. Korea reports record high of 171,452 new Covid-19 cases

A total of 99 coronavirus-linked deaths have been reported.

Wednesday, 23 Feb 2022 09:00 PM

S. Korea reports record high of 171,452 new Covid-19 cases



Taiwan condemns Russia over Ukraine

Tsai Ing-wen says China is using Eastern Europe sovereignty crisis to hurt morale on the island.     

Wednesday, 23 Feb 2022 08:20 PM

Taiwan condemns Russia over Ukraine

Horn of Africa drought drives 13 million to hunger

Authorities declare a state of humanitarian emergency.

Wednesday, 23 Feb 2022 07:40 PM

Horn of Africa drought drives 13 million to hunger

Husband arrested, officials punished in China chained woman case

Officials to take steps to thoroughly investigate incident and rectify violations of rights.

Wednesday, 23 Feb 2022 07:00 PM

Husband arrested, officials punished in China chained woman case

World must brace for more extreme wildfires, says UN

Expert says the impacts on people are phenomenal and long term.

Wednesday, 23 Feb 2022 06:20 PM

World must brace for more extreme wildfires, says UN

India sends 2,500 tonnes of wheat to Afghanistan

Pakistan says it has allowed shipment to traverse its territory ‘on an exceptional basis’.    

Wednesday, 23 Feb 2022 05:40 PM

India sends 2,500 tonnes of wheat to Afghanistan

Methane emissions heavily underreported by energy sector

Report shows fossil fuel production responsible for 70% of emissions.

Wednesday, 23 Feb 2022 05:00 PM

Hong Kong unveils US$22 billion budget for virus-hit economy

Spending plan also includes salary tax reductions, electricity bill subsidies.

Wednesday, 23 Feb 2022 04:20 PM

Hong Kong unveils US$22 billion budget for virus-hit economy

Australia sanctions top Russian officials for ‘unprovoked’ Ukraine invasion

Canberra to target military-linked banks next.

Wednesday, 23 Feb 2022 03:40 PM

Australia sanctions top Russian officials for ‘unprovoked’ Ukraine invasion

Hostage drama at Amsterdam Apple store ends

Special police units overpower gunman.

Wednesday, 23 Feb 2022 03:00 PM

Hostage drama at Amsterdam Apple store ends

Hong Kong parents decry child separations during Covid-19 surge

Revelation sparks dismay among residents and health experts.

Wednesday, 23 Feb 2022 02:20 PM

Hong Kong parents decry child separations during Covid-19 surge


New Zealand lifts interest rates to pre-pandemic levels

Rise of 0.25 percentage points reverses 0.75% cut introduced to stave off a virus-induced recession.

Wednesday, 23 Feb 2022 01:40 PM

New Zealand lifts interest rates to pre-pandemic levels

One dead, 10 feared missing in Australia floods

15 Queensland dams are at capacity and more rain is expected in the coming days.

Wednesday, 23 Feb 2022 01:00 PM

One dead, 10 feared missing in Australia floods

Ecuador to pardon 5,000 prisoners to tackle overcrowding

President signs a decree to establish the conditions and system for remission.

Wednesday, 23 Feb 2022 12:20 PM

Ecuador to pardon 5,000 prisoners to tackle overcrowding

Oscars to pre-tape some awards in bid for ‘tighter’ show

Move to free up more time for musical performances, comedy and tributes.

Wednesday, 23 Feb 2022 11:40 AM

Oscars to pre-tape some awards in bid for ‘tighter’ show

US women’s football reaches landmark US$24 million deal in equal pay dispute

Stars hail ‘monumental step in feeling valued and respected’.

Wednesday, 23 Feb 2022 11:00 AM

US women’s football reaches landmark US$24 million deal in equal pay dispute

Daft Punk returns to social media, releases deluxe Homework album

French duo host one-day-only livestream of a 1997 show on Twitch.

Wednesday, 23 Feb 2022 10:20 AM

Daft Punk returns to social media, releases deluxe Homework album

Trump says if he were in power, ‘genius’ Putin wouldn’t threaten Kiev

Former US president says Washington’s response weak, does not match Russia’s actions.

Wednesday, 23 Feb 2022 09:40 AM

Trump says if he were in power, ‘genius’ Putin wouldn’t threaten Kiev

Colombia’s Duque blasts ‘heinous’ pro-abortion ruling

Move bypasses Congress and a deeply Catholic population, president says.

Wednesday, 23 Feb 2022 09:00 AM

Colombia’s Duque blasts ‘heinous’ pro-abortion ruling

3 white men convicted of hate crimes in black jogger’s murder

Travis and Gregory McMichael, neighbour William Bryan guilty of violating the civil rights of Ahmaud Arbery.

Wednesday, 23 Feb 2022 08:20 AM

3 white men convicted of hate crimes in black jogger’s murder

Biden says Russian ‘invasion’ of Ukraine is ‘beginning’

US president says Vladimir Putin setting up rationale to take more territory by force.

Wednesday, 23 Feb 2022 07:40 AM

Biden says Russian ‘invasion’ of Ukraine is ‘beginning’