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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 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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SCMP Highlights

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

The Philippines

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

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
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’.

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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A supporter of Rodrigo Duterte holds a placard during a demonstration in support of the Philippines ex-president in The Hague on Sunday. Photo: dpa
A supporter of Rodrigo Duterte holds a placard during a demonstration in support of the Philippines ex-president in The Hague on Sunday. Photo: dpa
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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Singapore

AI chatbots throw Singapore’s young people a mental health lifeline

Nearly one-third of young people in Singapore report mental health struggles. They’re turning to chatbots like Wysa for emotional support.

Malaysia

In Malaysia, one chef’s daily grind preserves Melaka Peranakan food traditions

Sharon Ann De Souza’s mission is to preserve Malacca Peranakan cuisine, by embracing traditional methods in a modern world.

The ubiquitous Peranakan style udang masak lemak nenas, or prawn and pineapple stewed in a delectable coconut curry, paired with a flavour-packed nasi ulam or rice mixed with raw herbs. Photo: Joseph Sipalan
Vietnam

Vietnamese ex-surgeon who dismembered mistress gets death sentence

The judges who presided over the case said Danh Son’s murder of the victim was ‘exceptionally brutal’.

A Vietnamese doctor has been found guilty of killing his mistress. Photo: Shutterstock
A Vietnamese doctor has been found guilty of killing his mistress. Photo: Shutterstock
Thailand

Ghostbusted: bungling burglar with ‘Scream’ mask arrested in Thailand

The 21-year-old man was planning to steal from a gold shop in Chiang Mai, wearing a ‘Ghostface’ mask and a black cloak to hide his tracks.

The Philippines

Mother of slain Filipino comedian Goldenier Dagal slams killers as ‘cowards’

Dagal, who was known for his bold jokes, was performing at a bar in Pampanga when a suspect shot him before fleeing.

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The Philippines

Filipino activists to hold ‘peace concert’ in the South China Sea

The Atin Ito coalition said they would sail into the disputed waterway in May with musicians to deliver supplies and a message of solidarity.

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Aten Ito co-convenor and Akbayan party-list president Rafaela David (centre) speaking at a press briefing on the peace concert operation on Monday. Photo: Facebook / Aten Ito
Thailand

British woman trapped in toilet dies in Thai dive boat fire

A crew member was reportedly filling diving tanks with oxygen when the equipment malfunctioned and fire engulfed the boat.

The Davy Jones Locker dive boat is seen ablaze off the coast of Koh Tao, Thailand, on Sunday. Photo: Facebook/ThailandRescueDiver2
The Davy Jones Locker dive boat is seen ablaze off the coast of Koh Tao, Thailand, on Sunday. Photo: Facebook/ThailandRescueDiver2
Thailand

British couple attacked in Thailand found guilty of injuring neighbours

The Byrnes, from Middlesbrough, were handed a suspended jail term and fine despite being beaten up in property dispute.

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South Korea

South Korean firms axe ads with actor Kim Soo-hyun over underage dating scandal

Star’s agency denies claims that he had a relationship with the late actress Kim Sae-ron when she was underage.

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SCMP Highlights

China-Europe rail link, Princeton nuclear physicist: SCMP’s 7 highlights

From falling traffic on China-Europe rail link to a Princeton nuclear physicist’s big move, here are highlights from SCMP’s recent reporting.

The China-Europe Railway Express has been disrupted by a series of Russian goods seizures in recent months, causing many companies to lose confidence in the service. Photo: Xinhua
The China-Europe Railway Express has been disrupted by a series of Russian goods seizures in recent months, causing many companies to lose confidence in the service. Photo: Xinhua
Malaysia

Malaysian reporter acclaimed for migrant syndicate stories denies bribe-taking

Malaysiakini’s Nantha Kumar claims he was acting as an undercover informant for immigration authorities.

Japan

Japan’s controversial award to US firebombing general sparks outrage 80 years on

Gushiken Takamatsu said Curtis LeMay, who orchestrated the firebombing, should never have been given the honour.

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South Korea

US streamer Johnny Somali faces deportation from South Korea after guilty pleas

The American content creator’s courtroom antics and past offences have fuelled calls for the court to deliver a harsh sentence.

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A still from a TikTok video showing US live-streamer Johnny Somali, real name Ramsey Khalid Ismael, harassing pedestrians on the street in South Korea. Photo: TikTok/JohnnySomali
Malaysia

Malaysians debate privilege after 3 killed by 18-year-old driver without licence

Social media users accuse teen driver’s sister of faking her tearful apology over previous ‘excessive’ post and comments about the crash.

Nur Athira Najwa, sister of the 18-year-old driver involved in a fatal accident that killed three teenaged motorcyclists in Malaysia. Photo: Handout
Nur Athira Najwa, sister of the 18-year-old driver involved in a fatal accident that killed three teenaged motorcyclists in Malaysia. Photo: Handout
South Korea

As South Korea’s Yoon Suk-yeol walks free, his presidency hangs by a thread

Legal experts warn that Yoon’s release from detention is unlikely to shield him from the Constitutional Court’s decision on his removal.

Singapore

‘Frustration’ or arrogance? Cantonese line in Singapore parliament sparks debate

The country’s manpower minister had used a Hong Kong film anecdote to rebuff an opposition member pressing for employment figures.

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Thailand

Swiss man in Thailand may lose visa after his dogs allegedly attacked beachgoers

Authorities say the man has repeatedly ignored orders to restrain his dogs, sparking legal action.

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Foreign tourists sunbathe at Patong beach, Phuket island, in southern Thailand. Photo: EPA-EFE
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