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The man who won the election must overcome conservative rivals and last-ditch legal hurdles to take power.

July 13, 2023 8:00 AM

He was trying to shoo two girls away. When they pushed back, he took his frustration out on their pet.

July 13, 2023 7:55 AM

The arrests came after the police found the dismembered body of Mr Hans Peter Ralter Mack inside a freezer.

Indian Prime Minister Modi, who is the guest of honour at the Bastille Day celebrations, will meet French President Macron as both sides deepen defence ties.

July 13, 2023 6:50 AM

States near Delhi have received record rainfall so far in this monsoon season that started on June 1.

July 13, 2023 6:35 AM

The Hwasong-18 flew 1,001km at a maximum altitude of 6,648km before splashing into the East Sea.

Organisers of Asean Queer Advocacy Week have not indicated when or where the relocated event would take place. Indonesia’s most powerful Islamic regulatory body has also called on the government to prevent the meeting from being held.

Profound ethnic divisions in Manipur have led to complete segregation of the warring communities.

A social stigma against women in STEM fields is a ‘loss for the nation’ that is lowering innovation, productivity and competitiveness in Japan.

Durian is growing increasingly popular in China, with imports soaring by more than 150 per cent in the first quarter, and is being gifted to newly engaged or married couples, as well as to prospective mother-in-laws.

July 13, 2023 1:57 AM

Plan blocked by France and criticised by China is still up for discussion, Nato chief says.

July 13, 2023 1:42 AM

The 31-year-old victim told police she was drunk and passed out before she was raped.

July 12, 2023 11:22 PM

With all sides to the conflict not engaging, Jakarta’s ‘cocktail diplomacy’ isn’t going anywhere.

July 12, 2023 10:15 PM

It was a meeting between old friends, says Balakrishnan

Ryuchell was an influencial LGBT figure in Japan, but was also criticised for their gender non-conformity.

July 12, 2023 9:00 PM

Singapore’s Transport Ministry said it had no updates since its last official statement in August 2022.

Australia’s foreign minister turned on the charm offensive in a dialogue session with Indonesian youth, assuring them the two countries could lean on each other in difficult times.

July 12, 2023 8:30 PM

The ban does not apply to existing Chinese students in Taiwan, who are allowed to complete their degrees.

July 12, 2023 8:20 PM

The families of the 12 tourists are seeking the help of the country’s diplomatic mission in India.

July 12, 2023 8:00 PM

The baby had been taken to hospital after displaying some uncontrollable movements.