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Japan’s ANA to introduce fuel surcharge to domestic flights amid rising costs

ANA has determined that rising costs would lead to a major decrease in its earnings unless those costs are passed on via airfares.
ANA has determined that rising costs would lead to a major decrease in its earnings unless those costs are passed on via airfares.

South Korean fighter pilot fined for mid-air photos that caused crash

There were no casualties, but the unsanctioned move caused 878 million won in damages.
There were no casualties, but the unsanctioned move caused 878 million won in damages.

US slams China’s pressure on African countries to block Taiwan president’s trip

Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te speaks at a press conference on the latest round of economic talks with the U.S., in Taipei, Taiwan, February 3, 2026. REUTERS/Ann Wang
Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te speaks at a press conference on the latest round of economic talks with the U.S., in Taipei, Taiwan, February 3, 2026. REUTERS/Ann Wang

In pole position: Cross-legged pole hugging challenge goes viral on Chinese social media

At least 100 videos of netizens attempting the challenge have been shared on Xiaohongshu since the start of April.
At least 100 videos of netizens attempting the challenge have been shared on Xiaohongshu since the start of April.

McDonald’s Japan to rehire ex-workers for flexible ‘spot’ work hours

One-off work during spare time, often referred to as “spot work”, has become increasingly common among companies in Japan as a means of coping with labor shortages.
One-off work during spare time, often referred to as “spot work”, has become increasingly common among companies in Japan as a means of coping with labor shortages.

Japan eyes using decontaminated Fukushima soil at 2027 green expo in Yokohama

There is currently no plan in place for the large-scale use of decontaminated soil.
There is currently no plan in place for the large-scale use of decontaminated soil.

Arts groups in South Korea protest against ‘celebrity’ appointments to cultural posts

Experts have emphasised the importance of fairness and credibility in the appointment process.
Experts have emphasised the importance of fairness and credibility in the appointment process.

China unveils plan to make cities more youth- and child-friendly

FILE PHOTO: Children ride a snow bicycle at Shanghai L+SNOW Indoor Skiing Theme Resort amid an orange alert for heat in Shanghai, China August 28, 2025.
FILE PHOTO: Children ride a snow bicycle at Shanghai L+SNOW Indoor Skiing Theme Resort amid an orange alert for heat in Shanghai, China August 28, 2025.

Chinese navy brushes past Okinawa islands after Japanese transit in Taiwan Strait

Yellow dust keeps air quality ‘bad’ across South Korea

Average daily fine dust concentrations will remain high across South Korea throughout April 22, with especially elevated levels in Incheon and Jeju.
Average daily fine dust concentrations will remain high across South Korea throughout April 22, with especially elevated levels in Incheon and Jeju.

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MDDI (P) 046/10/2025. Published by SPH Media Limited, Co. Regn. No.202120748H. Copyright © 2026 SPH Media Limited. All rights reserved.