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China has condemned the Japan-Philippines maritime boundary negotiations, calling them 'completely illegal and void.' The talks, launched after a summit in Tokyo, aim to delimit exclusive economic zones and continental shelves east of Taiwan, a move that Beijing says infringes on its maritime rights and could affect the Taiwan Strait and South China Sea.
David J. Rush, a former senior CIA official, faces charges of theft of public funds after FBI agents found hundreds of gold bars, luxury watches, and cash at his home. Authorities allege he falsified his education and military credentials and created a fake spy program to siphon money.
Leaders of ASEAN member states are expected to gather in Kazan, Russia, for a commemorative summit marking 35 years of diplomatic relations with Russia. Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. will attend despite Manila's deepening security ties with the US, highlighting the bloc's balancing act between Moscow and the West.
Defense Minister Ahn Gyu-back confirmed discussions on a Japan-proposed military logistics agreement during the Shangri-La Dialogue, while emphasizing Seoul's cautious approach. Analysts suggest the pact could strengthen regional deterrence but face domestic and diplomatic hurdles.
Hungary’s new parliament voted overwhelmingly to cancel the country’s withdrawal from the International Criminal Court, reversing a decision made under former Prime Minister Viktor Orbán. The move, championed by Prime Minister Péter Magyar, aligns Hungary with international judicial obligations, including the ICC arrest warrant for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
Philippine Senator Jose 'Jinggoy' Estrada was ordered arrested by an anti-corruption court over alleged kickbacks in a flood-control project. He surrendered and posted bail, denying wrongdoing and vowing to clear his name. The case adds to political tensions, with Estrada linking charges to his alignment with the Duterte camp.
South Korea's customs agency has reported a significant increase in drug seizures, including 1.1 kilograms of illegal drugs through a new international mail surveillance program and 3,233 kilograms overall since June last year. The agency plans to expand technology investments, including AI, to further combat smuggling.
China has called on the Quad grouping to stop meddling in maritime affairs near its waters, following the Quad Foreign Ministers' meeting in New Delhi that voiced concerns over the South and East China Seas. Beijing reiterated its opposition to exclusive alliances and bloc confrontation, while the Quad announced expanded cooperation in critical minerals and maritime infrastructure.
Activists backed by the Philippine Catholic Church have launched an independent fact-finding body, the EJK Truth Commission, to document extrajudicial killings during former President Rodrigo Duterte's anti-drug crackdown. The commission, led by a bishop and an ex-ICC judge, aims to preserve victims' stories and recommend prosecutions, while Duterte's ICC trial is set to begin in late November.
South Korean authorities arrested YouTuber Kim Se-ui for allegedly using AI-generated audio and manipulated messages to defame actor Kim Soo-hyun, falsely claiming he dated a minor. A Seoul court issued an arrest warrant citing flight risk and evidence destruction concerns. Kim Soo-hyun's agency says the truth has been proven, and the actor is preparing to resume work.
South Korea's industry ministry announced a comprehensive initiative to bolster the country's shipbuilding sector, focusing on AI transformation, financial support for smaller firms, and expanding global partnerships. The plan includes significant investments and collaboration with major shipbuilders and banks.
Director Yeon Sang-ho's zombie thriller 'Colony' has become a major box-office hit in South Korea, surpassing 5 million admissions and ranking No. 1 for multiple weeks. The film has also performed strongly across Asia, setting records in Malaysia and Indonesia. This article traces its box-office trajectory and international success.
A nine-storey building under construction collapsed in Angeles City, Philippines, trapping dozens of workers. Rescue operations have recovered several bodies, with the death toll rising to four as of Tuesday. Multiple international outlets report ongoing rescue efforts, with the cause under investigation.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov accused the US and its NATO allies of expanding military infrastructure in Asia at an accelerated pace, warning of destabilizing effects on regional security. He also raised concerns about nuclear elements in US-South Korea-Japan exercises and efforts to militarize groups like QUAD.
As BTS prepares for two concerts in Busan, accommodation prices have surged by an average of 7.5 times, prompting Buddhist temples to offer free or budget lodging. Some businesses have canceled reservations to re-list at higher rates, drawing criticism from President Lee Jae Myung and fans.
The Philippine government has ordered law enforcement to arrest Senator Ronald Dela Rosa, the former police chief charged by the International Criminal Court with crimes against humanity over his role in Rodrigo Duterte's anti-narcotics campaign. Dela Rosa briefly sheltered in the Senate before slipping away; his whereabouts remain unknown.
The UN General Assembly voted overwhelmingly to endorse the International Court of Justice's landmark climate advisory opinion, with 141 nations in favor, 8 against, and 28 abstaining. Vanuatu-led resolution affirms legal duties to combat climate change, while opposition includes major emitters and Liberia's vote sparks domestic backlash.
The Philippine Supreme Court has refused to block the arrest of Senator Ronald Dela Rosa, who is wanted by the International Criminal Court for his role in the country's deadly drug war under former President Rodrigo Duterte. The government has ordered police to effect the arrest, while Dela Rosa's lawyer says they will seek a reconsideration of the ruling.
Taiwan's Premier Cho Jung-tai has called China's ongoing military activities the greatest source of regional instability, as Beijing announced a carrier task force deployment to the Western Pacific. The remarks follow a series of Chinese military exercises near Taiwan, including a second joint combat readiness patrol in a week.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. said the Philippines would likely be drawn into any conflict over Taiwan due to its proximity and the nearly 200,000 Filipinos working there. During a state visit to Japan, he discussed defence cooperation, including potential imports of Japanese weapons, as both nations strengthen their strategic partnership amid China's maritime assertiveness.