Daily Asia briefing

A thug viciously beat a nun near King David's Tomb in Jerusalem, shoving her to the ground and furiously kicking the helpless woman in the chest, disturbing video shows.

The United States will withdraw about 5,000 troops from Germany in the next six to 12 months, the Pentagon said Friday, fulfilling President Donald Trump’s threat as he clashes with the German leader over the US war with...

President Donald Trump has feuded with European allies over their reluctance to step up support for war on Iran.

The United States is withdrawing 5,000 troops from Germany, the Pentagon announced on Friday, in an apparent US rebuke to the close NATO ally amid a widening rift between President Donald Trump and Europe over the Iran w...

Tehran delivered a new proposal for peace talks with the United States via Pakistan, Iranian state media reported on Friday, with US President Donald Trump saying that he was “not satisfied” with what had been put forth....

President Donald Trump told top US lawmakers on Friday that hostilities in Iran had ended, after coming under pressure from Congress to seek authorization for the conflict as it headed into its third month.

Channel NewsAsia is tracking Diplomacy & Power developments tied to Verstappen feels Red Bull have closed gap and he trusts car more.

During both of his terms in office, US President Donald Trump has made a number of threats to slash US troop numbers in Germany and other European allies.

The decision to reduce the US deployment to Germany comes amid a row between the two allies over Iran.

US President Donald Trump said he is "not happy" with the latest peace proposal from Iran.

Experts have flagged several over-the-counter and prescription medications.

Channel NewsAsia is tracking Diplomacy & Power developments tied to Bencharki leads Al Ahly to 3-0 win over Zamalek in Cairo derby.

Within a year of becoming first-time parents, Amanda Cheong and Stanley Cheah gave up two steady incomes to turn their shared obsession into a thriving business – Hidden Heritage.

Hong Kong is increasingly being urged to develop a comprehensive population policy. Academics, policymakers and business leaders warn that rapid ageing, low fertility and a shrinking labour force threaten the city’s comp...

Times of India World is tracking Economy & Trade developments tied to H-1B worker loses mother to cancer in India, misses final moments due to visa delays.

Times of India World is tracking Economy & Trade developments tied to 12-year-old boy faces US deportation as father refuses to take DNA test to prove citizenship.

The US president said US tariffs on EU cars and trucks will rise to 25 per cent from next week, accusing the European Union of not following a previous trade deal.

Iran’s 90 million people have been cut off from the internet for most of 2026, one of the world’s longest and strictest national shutdowns.

A power outage at the Crucible Theatre interrupted BBC’s live coverage of the 2026 World Snooker Championship semi-final between Mark Allen and Wu Yize for 12 minutes. BBC issued an apology, and despite the disruption, A...

The UAE’s exit marks a potential turning point for global oil governance

Because the price of crude oil is the largest element, most of the price at the pump is derived from the global oil market.

Channel NewsAsia is tracking Diplomacy & Power developments tied to NHL-McDavid faces tough questions about Oilers future after early playoff exit.

RAWALPINDI/LAHORE/KARACHI: Pakistan is confronting a stark weather dichotomy this week, as extreme heat scorches southern parts of the country while central and northern regions brace for widespread dust storms, rain, an...

The U.K. and France have led talks on a separate maritime effort, recently holding a meeting with more than 50 countries

A small plane carrying pickleball players crashed among trees in Texas Hill Country, killing all five people aboard, authorities said Friday.

Madonna has unveiled her hotly anticipated collaboration with Sabrina Carpenter, Bring Your Love, ahead of the July release of her 15th studio album, Confessions II.

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences released updates across many categories on Friday (May 1).

More than 100 activists, including former Pakistani senator Mushtaq Ahmad, who were aboard aid ships bound for Gaza were released and taken to the Greek island of Crete on Friday, a day after Israeli forces seized their...

Former Overwatch League pro xQc alleges the league's reported high viewership numbers were heavily inflated by bots. He claims an insider revealed the true, much lower audience figures during early testing, prompting his...

"For 62 days, this regime has shut down the internet and continues to massacre Iranian people. The world cannot stay silent."

Mohammadi has lost consciousness twice and suffered a severe cardiac crisis, her foundation has announced.

May Day events include calls to 'tax the rich' and abolish ICE amid $70bn proposed funding for immigration enforcement.

Amid its immigration crackdown, the Trump administration has terminated Temporary Protected Status for people from nine countries, including Haiti, Venezuela and Ethiopia

After Canada changed a law opening up citizenship opportunities, thousands of Americans are trying to become citizens of their northern neighbor. It's partly for political and personal reasons.

Rights group says believed suicide underscores need for more oversight amid Trump's mass deportation drive.

Trump administration has sought to cancel temporary protections for 13 countries as part of immigration crackdown.