Asia Pacific

Fears of a violent crackdown grow as protesters continue to rally across Myanmar calling for an end to military rule.

Suspects Philippine military calls ‘potential suicide bombers’ face illegal possession of explosives charges.

Beijing says anyone who ‘goes against China and disrupts Hong Kong’ must not take office in the semi-autonomous city.

Australia and Facebook have been in a standoff over a draft law that will force tech giants to pay for news.

After inspiring a Noongar family, the movie has been dubbed into an Australian Aboriginal language for the first time.

Wealthy countries’ deals with vaccine manufacturers led to reduction in vaccines allocated to COVAX, WHO head says.

Activists, UN experts say at least one million Muslims are detained in camps in the remote western region.

China points to ‘instability of the external situation’ in latest rural policy blueprint, urges boost in seed supplies.

The two Asian rivals agree to ‘disengage’ after months of heightened tensions raised the spectre of a full-fledged war.

‘Sea of people in every city’ as Myanmar protesters stage a general strike calling for the restoration of democracy.

Refugee agency says the refugees have run out of food and water and a number of people have already died.

US orders scrutiny of 777s with same type of engine that failed on United Airlines flight forcing return to airport.

UK Foreign Secretary will say UN needs ‘urgent and unfettered’ access to region where Uighurs have been held in camps.

Forty-nine pilot whales found at Farewell Spit, the scene of at least 10 pilot whale strandings in the past 15 years.

Wang Yi calls on Washington to stop meddling in internal affairs, lift trade restrictions and people-to-people contacts

Facebook is playing hardball over a government plan to force technology giants to pay for the news on their platforms.

Security forces in Mandalay are using increasingly violent and lethal methods to snuff out anti-coup protests.

US and UN call on Malaysia to halt the deportation of 1,200 Myanmar nationals saying it could put their lives at risk.

Australia PM says government talking to tech giant as standoff results in decline of traffic to country’ news sites.

Tropical storm Dujuan was packing maximum winds of up to 65km/h as it moved northwest over the southern Philippines.

Facebook deletes the military’s main page as UN condemns deadly violence and Singapore warns of ‘adverse consequences’.

Up to four million Australians are expected to receive a COVID vaccine voluntarily by March.

Several anti-coup protesters also seriously wounded as security forces crack down on demonstrators in Mandalay.

King Mswati III says Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen sent antiviral medication, which he didn’t name, to help him recover.

Japan’s Naomi Osaka claims victory over the 22nd-seeded Jennifer Brady, winning her fourth major crown at the age of 23.

Novak Djokovic thrashes Daniil Medvedev in straight sets to win his 18th Grand Slam title in Melbourne.

While Jakarta residents are used to heavy flooding in the rainy season, scientists warn the floods are getting worse.

The vote marks the second no-confidence test Prayuth’s government has faced since taking office in July 2019.

Despite misgivings about Aung San Suu Kyi’s commitment to autonomy, ethnic groups stress the need to save democracy.

Washington, DC says language in the law could be used to intimidate Beijing’s neighbours in the region amid sea tension.

Taiwan’s air force issues ‘radio warnings’ and activates missiles after Chinese jets fly into its air defence zone.

First death among opponents of the February 1 military coup likely to become a rallying cry for protesters.

Beijing publicly concedes its side suffered casualties in deadly brawl that also killed at least 20 Indian soldiers.

Malaysia’s top court rules online newspaper has ‘full responsibility’ for its website, including readers’ comments.

Rescue effort launched to save dozens of beached pilot whales but 46 died while only three were returned to sea.

US, Canada, Britain and India back Australia as analysts warn platform’s hardball tactics could backfire.

Inspired by protesters in Hong Kong and Thailand, Myanmar’s youth aim to grab the world’s attention.

Protesters accuse China of backing Myanmar generals, but analysts say Beijing does not favour a return to military rule.

Months-long review comes as the government replaces the broadcaster’s director six months before his term expires.

Rights groups warn the people could face persecution if they are returned to military-ruled Myanmar.

UK says it will impose asset freezes, travel bans on three generals while Canada will sanction nine military officials.

The bill allows the United States to take action against goods produced with forced labour in Xinjiang.

Scott Morrison says Facebook unfriended Australia, adding that Canberra will not be intimidated by the ‘arrogant’ move.

Japan’s female Olympics minister replaces Yoshiro Mori, who resigned after making sexist comments.

Research shows that one in 12 young people skipped school because they did not have access to sanitary products.

Arrests stepped up as protesters pour onto streets in opposition to the coup and civil servants go on strike.

Outrage as Facebook salvo against ‘pay for news’ plan leaves pages of news companies, essential services dark.

East Timor independence hero criticised for meeting Richard Daschbach ahead of priest’s trial for child sex abuse.

North Korean intelligence agents charged with $1.3bn in cyber-heists, extortion, malware and phishing schemes.