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North Korea fired a suspected ballistic missile into the sea east of the Korean peninsula on Wednesday, according to Japan's Defence Ministry and South Korea's military. The launch, which follows a series of weapons tests this year, occurred ahead of major joint military drills planned by South Korea and the United States.
Japan's annual defence white paper has sparked sharp reactions across the region. China lodged a formal protest over its characterization as a strategic challenge and comments on Taiwan, South Korea objected to Tokyo's reaffirmed claim to the Dokdo islets, and North Korea denounced the document as a pretext for military buildup.
Nvidia is reportedly in talks with major US investment firms, including Apollo Global Management, Blackstone, and Goldman Sachs, to fund $500 billion in AI infrastructure projects. The deal could be announced as soon as Monday, and analysts are raising concerns about the circular nature of financing in the AI ecosystem.
A senior Pentagon official reiterated calls Monday for Asian allies to make greater defense contributions, stressing that the Trump administration seeks partnerships 'not dependencies.' The remarks, made in Manila, come as regional concerns mount over US commitment amid shifting strategic priorities.
Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey' debuted at No. 1 in South Korea, dethroning 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day,' which nonetheless achieved a historic global opening weekend. Both films crossed $1 billion worldwide, joining a list of this year's top earners.
Disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz and a changing global economy are forcing African nations to rethink how they pursue economic growth. Analysts argue that old industrialisation models may no longer work, even as the continent faces a demographic surge in the coming decade.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Russia is preparing to receive an additional 30,000 to 50,000 North Korean troops for its war in Ukraine, according to Yonhap. He also noted Pyongyang plans to send more missile launchers and that North Korea will gain modern warfare experience. Zelenskyy urged South Korea to cooperate more closely with Ukraine on air defense and drones.
Russian Foreign Ministry officials have criticized Japanese leaders for not explicitly naming the United States as the country that dropped atomic bombs on Hiroshima and Nagasaki, calling for Tokyo to acknowledge American responsibility for the attacks.
China's eastern coastal provinces are bracing for Typhoon Dolphin, with over 1,600 flights cancelled and around 500,000 people evacuated. The storm, expected to make landfall between Zhejiang and northern Fujian, has prompted alerts and extensive precautionary measures.
Hong Kong recorded its hottest day of the year on Sunday, with temperatures reaching 36°C, as the outer subsiding air of Severe Typhoon Dolphin brought extreme heat to the region. The Hong Kong Observatory warns of continued high temperatures and potential heatstroke risks, while the storm's future path remains uncertain.
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi did not mention the US as the country that dropped the atomic bomb on Nagasaki during the 81st anniversary ceremony. Nagasaki Mayor Shiro Suzuki did acknowledge the bomb was dropped by a US military plane, while UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres also avoided directly naming the US in his message.
Workers at BHP's Port Hedland operations are striking for a second consecutive day, with unions filing notice of a 24-hour work stoppage scheduled for August 9. The dispute centers on enterprise bargaining negotiations, with both sides trading accusations and the potential economic impact estimated at $100 million in revenue for BHP and $7 million in royalties for the West Australian government.
Reports citing US officials indicate the Pentagon has fewer than 1,700 Patriot interceptor missiles after operations against Iran, with replenishment possibly taking over two years. A $18.2 billion emergency request aims to boost stocks, while a US envoy insists current supplies are sufficient.
Typhoon Dolphin has caused flight cancellations and travel disruptions across Hong Kong, Okinawa, and eastern China. At least a dozen flights were cancelled, and Hong Kong holidaymakers in Okinawa faced depleted supermarkets and potential power cuts as the storm passed through the region.
Typhoon Dolphin hit Japan's southern Okinawa Island, injuring five elderly people and cutting power to 14,000 buildings, as it heads toward eastern China where authorities have closed ports, schools, and tourist sites. The storm is expected to make landfall on Okinawa on Friday morning, with flight cancellations reported in Okinawa, China, and Taiwan.
Security camera footage released by Kumamoto General Hospital in Japan shows medical staff shielding a patient during a magnitude 6.8 earthquake that struck while four surgeries were underway. All operations were completed successfully, and the hospital has resumed normal outpatient services.
A 2016 government audit alleged that the Korea Football Association used corporate credit cards to pay for sexual entertainment for foreign referees during international matches in 2011-2012, including Olympic and World Cup qualifiers. The allegations emerged as police raided the KFA's headquarters over a separate coaching appointment probe. The KFA said it has since tightened its internal guidelines.
The Trump administration is pushing back against reports of depleted US missile stockpiles after five months of war with Iran. President Trump has denied any strategic disadvantage and vowed to prosecute those who leaked information, while experts warn of risks from low air defence interceptor supplies.
A new report reveals that Palantir paid just 1.4% in global effective tax, including no US federal income tax and only £2m in UK corporation tax, despite holding £670m in UK government contracts. The report, commissioned by Unison and published by CICTAR, highlights profit-shifting and tax breaks as key factors.
South Korea's trade minister has asked Britain to exempt its imports of Russian LNG from planned sanctions, warning that measures set to take effect in January 2027 could undermine Seoul's energy security. The request was made in a phone call with Britain's newly appointed trade minister, Anas Sarwar.