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India

Lamborghini crash in India reignites debate over privilege and impunity

The car’s driver was released on a bail of US$300 after critically injuring two construction workers, sparking accusations of unequal justice.

South Korea

In South Korea, crushing academic pressures start in kindergarten

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The Philippines

‘Limits’ to Filipino hospitality: Russian vlogger arrested over harassment

India

US tourist arrested after visit to forbidden Indian tribal island

Mykhailo Viktorovych Polyakov tried to make contact with the isolated Sentinelese tribe and left offerings on the island.

A Sentinel tribal man aims with his bow and arrow at an Indian Coast Guard helicopter as it flies over their island for survey in Indias Andaman and Nicobar archipelago in 2004. Photo: AP/Indian Coast Guard
A Sentinel tribal man aims with his bow and arrow at an Indian Coast Guard helicopter as it flies over their island for survey in Indias Andaman and Nicobar archipelago in 2004. Photo: AP/Indian Coast Guard
The Philippines

US horror writer mistaken for Duterte’s lawyer: ‘not how I wanted to get famous’

Diehard supporters of the Philippine ex-president flooded Nicholas Kaufmann’s Facebook page, demanding he bring their hero home.

Japan

Japan faces demand for full footage over death of Sri Lankan woman from family

Wishma Sandamali suffered from ill health and lost more than 20kg while in detention in Nagoya for months before she died in 2021.

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South Korea

South Korea mulls giving Indonesian wildfire hero a long-stay visa

He carried elderly villagers on his back to a sea wall about 300m from the hamlet as the fast-moving flames approached.

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A wildfire-damaged house in a coastal village in Yeongdeok, South Korea, on Friday. Photo: AFP
A wildfire-damaged house in a coastal village in Yeongdeok, South Korea, on Friday. Photo: AFP
Japan

In Japan, museum for Korean nationalist hero reopens old wounds

The launch of a museum dedicated to Yun Bong-gil, who was executed in 1932, has been postponed after protests by right-wing groups.

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South Korea

Did ‘clickbait journalism’ contribute to South Korean politician’s death?

Chang Je-won was found dead in his office on Monday. Hours before, footage said to support sexual assault allegations against him was aired.

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South Korea

South Korean actor Kim Soo-hyun files lawsuit against Kim Sae-ron’s family

Actor’s team seeks damages against the late actress’ family, an unidentified person claiming to be her aunt and operators of YouTube channel Garo Sero.

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South Korean actor Kim Soo-hyun during a press conference in Seoul on Monday. Kim has denied dating late actress Kim Sae-ron when she was a minor. Photo: Reuters
Japan

Nakai sexually assaulted Japan’s Fuji TV staff amid harassment culture: report

Lawyer-led panel calls the incident a ‘serious infringement of human rights’ and says Fuji TV management lacked awareness of sexual violence.

Japanese TV personality Masahiro Nakai in February 2020. Photo: EPA-EFE/Jiji Press
Japanese TV personality Masahiro Nakai in February 2020. Photo: EPA-EFE/Jiji Press
South Korea

South Korea’s impeached president to learn his fate on Friday

If the Constitutional Court removes Yoon Suk-yeol from office, a fresh presidential election must be held within two months.

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Bangladesh

Bangladesh’s ‘remittance warriors’ deliver record US$3 billion boost

The surge in money being sent home by overseas workers is a vote of confidence in Muhammad Yunus’ transitional government, observers say.

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Earthquakes

Myanmar diaspora rallies for quake victims with 1 rule: do not help the junta

Those living overseas have urged international donors not to send aid via the junta, saying the military will weaponise relief efforts to increase exploitation.

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People inspect the site of a damaged building in the aftermath of a 7-7-magnitude earthquake, in Mandalay, Myanmar, on Monday. Photo: Reuters
Pacific nations

‘Glassman’ jailed: PNG hopes ruling can curb tribal sorcery violence

After a horrific machete killing, a landmark ruling in Papua New Guinea aims to curb deadly sorcery accusations driven by jealousy and greed.

Neighbours gather near the home of a 55-year-old mother of two in the Tsak Valley in the Highlands of Papua New Guinea after she was accused of sorcery and tortured. Photo: AFP
Neighbours gather near the home of a 55-year-old mother of two in the Tsak Valley in the Highlands of Papua New Guinea after she was accused of sorcery and tortured. Photo: AFP
The Philippines

Is Duterte’s ‘capable’ daughter reshaping her image for a 2028 presidential run?

Showcasing a kinder image to overseas Filipinos, Sara Duterte-Carpio appears to be positioning herself for a future presidential bid.

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Malaysia 1MDB scandal

Chasing Jho Low: blockchain bounty breathes new life into hunt for 1MDB fugitive

Can a memecoin help uncover Jho Low’s whereabouts? New evidence is surfacing about the scandal, thanks to a crypto reward system.

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North Korea

Declassified 1994 files show how diplomats doubted North Korea’s ‘goofy’ Kim Jong-il

Newly released files show experts from the US and Russia were sceptical he could hold onto power in the wake of his father’s sudden death.

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North Korean leader Kim Jong-il smiles as he inspects the Sinam cooperative farm in Ryongchon county in North Korea, in this undated file photo released by Korea News Service in Tokyo on June 8, 2007. Photo: Reuters
North Korean leader Kim Jong-il smiles as he inspects the Sinam cooperative farm in Ryongchon county in North Korea, in this undated file photo released by Korea News Service in Tokyo on June 8, 2007. Photo: Reuters
SCMP Highlights

Chiang Kai-shek’s great grandson, Coldplay ticketing mess: 7 highlights

From a cross-straits move to Coldplay’s ticketing mess, here are highlights from SCMP’s recent reporting.

The Philippines

Brewing justice: Philippines cafe offers healing and hope after Duterte’s ICC arrest

The coffee shop, dedicated to victims of the former president’s drug war, described his arrest as ‘the first step’ towards justice.

South Korea

Sinkhole in Seoul claims motorcyclist’s life after he plunges into collapsing road

Subway construction work near the site is under scrutiny as officials probe the cause of the disaster.

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Dashcam footage capturing the moment when a sinkhole suddenly opened up in front of the motorcyclist. Photo: X/@Tedchangsigi
Singapore

Singapore Law Society vice-president resigns over rape comments

The online comments made by Chia Boon Teck, a senior lawyer in Singapore, were denounced as ‘victim shaming’.

Chia Boon Teck. Photo: Chia Wong Chambers
Chia Boon Teck. Photo: Chia Wong Chambers
South Korea

South Korean man jailed for rape after washing machine’s reflection captures assault

Forensic scientists were able to enhance video of the reflection enough that the man confessed to his crime upon seeing it.

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The Philippines

Supporters of Philippine’s Duterte call on God, Trump to bring him home

Experts say there is little chance of the 80-year-old gaining early release due to a lack of legal avenues to challenge his ICC detention.

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South Korea

South Korea’s impeached PM reinstated as acting president

Han Duck-soo took over as acting leader from Yoon Suk-yeol, who was himself impeached over a brief declaration of martial law last year.

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Han Duck-soo took over as South Korea’s acting leader from impeached president Yoon Suk-yeol. Photo: Reuters
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