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Heavy snow strikes Japan, leading some major airlines to cancel flights

The inclement weather is expected in many areas on Jan 12 as well, according to the Japan Meteorological Agency.
The inclement weather is expected in many areas on Jan 12 as well, according to the Japan Meteorological Agency.

China focuses anti-corruption drive on misconduct, highlighting former minister’s conviction

The headquarters of the Central Commission for Discipline Inspection of the Communist Party of China is pictured in Beijing, China February 10, 2018. REUTERS/Jason Lee
The headquarters of the Central Commission for Discipline Inspection of the Communist Party of China is pictured in Beijing, China February 10, 2018. REUTERS/Jason Lee

China taps export controls veteran for senior trade post ahead of Trump visit

Trade diplomats say Beijing has upgraded the calibre of its negotiators since US President Donald Trump first targeted China during his previous time in the White House.
Trade diplomats say Beijing has upgraded the calibre of its negotiators since US President Donald Trump first targeted China during his previous time in the White House.

Hong Kong high-speed rail to expand mainland China links with 16 new destinations

The new destinations will connect Hong Kong with popular tourist cities, including Nanjing and Wuxi in Jiangsu province, and Hefei in Anhui province.
The new destinations will connect Hong Kong with popular tourist cities, including Nanjing and Wuxi in Jiangsu province, and Hefei in Anhui province.

North Korea says ‘shameless’ US making mockery of UN

Pyongyang’s mission to the United Nations in New York blasted reported plans for a briefing on its alleged violations of sanctions.
Pyongyang’s mission to the United Nations in New York blasted reported plans for a briefing on its alleged violations of sanctions.

Chimpanzee Ai, known for high literacy skills, dies in Japan

A female chimpanzee in Japan, known for her ability to recognise numbers, has died at the age of 49.
A female chimpanzee in Japan, known for her ability to recognise numbers, has died at the age of 49.

Production error at Chinese factory catapults ‘cry-cry’ toy horse to unexpected fame

A plush toy horse went viral for sporting a pout instead of a smile. The factor owner said its expression was simply a production error.
A plush toy horse went viral for sporting a pout instead of a smile. The factor owner said its expression was simply a production error.

Prescription of ADHD medication on the rise among young people in South Korea

Methylphenidate is a central nervous system stimulant that works by increasing attention and concentration.
Methylphenidate is a central nervous system stimulant that works by increasing attention and concentration.

South Korea to probe drones that North Korea says violated its airspace

North Korea’s military on Jan 10 accused the South of “acts of provocation” by sending the drones.
North Korea’s military on Jan 10 accused the South of “acts of provocation” by sending the drones.

Hong Kong court hears sentencing arguments for Jimmy Lai

The Hong Kong court has yet to announce a date for media tycoon Jimmy Lai’s sentencing.
The Hong Kong court has yet to announce a date for media tycoon Jimmy Lai’s sentencing.

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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.