China continues to expand its military presence across the Pacific, deploying four naval vessels that advanced through the First Island Chain, a north-to-south defensive line conceived under a United States strategy aimed at containing the East Asian power. Japan‘s Defense Ministry reported that a four-ship Chinese flotilla was tracked sailing through the Miyako Strait—a key […]
The Economic Survey 2026 has sounded an alarm on the growing problem of digital addiction, warning that excessive use of smartphones, social media, gaming and streaming platforms is beginning to take a toll on India’s youth, productivity and mental health. India’s digital leap has been dramatic, powered by cheap data, widespread smartphone ownership and the […]
Thursday’s edition of BBC Breakfast was hosted by Charlie Stayt and Naga Munchetty Sara Baalla Screen Time TV Reporter 08:10, 29 Jan 2026Updated 08:17, 29 Jan 2026 BBC Breakfast broadcasts special King Charles message BBC Breakfast star Charlie Stayt shared tragic death news just minutes into Thursday’s (January 29) live show. The morning show’s latest […]
Nvidia awaits China approval to sell H200 AI chip Technology Nvidia H200 is company’s second most powerful AI chip and offers around six times the performance of the H20 By The News Digital January 29, 2026 Nvidia awaits China approval to sell H200 AI chip Nvidia, the US-based chipmaker, is waiting for China to complete licensing […]
Netflix has unveiled an expanded slate of Chinese-language originals for 2026, announcing seven new series that bring together top-tier talent from across Greater China, including Wallace Huo, Ethan Ruan and Gigi Leung. The newly announced projects span multiple genres from psychological thrillers to medical dramas, building on the streamer’s growing investment in Chinese-language content following […]
Netflix has unveiled an expanded slate of Chinese-language originals for 2026, announcing seven new series that bring together top-tier talent from across Greater China, including Wallace Huo, Ethan Ruan and Gigi Leung. The newly announced projects span multiple genres from psychological thrillers to medical dramas, building on the streamer’s growing investment in Chinese-language content following […]
Netflix has unveiled an expanded slate of Chinese-language originals for 2026, announcing seven new series that bring together top-tier talent from across Greater China, including Wallace Huo, Ethan Ruan and Gigi Leung. The newly announced projects span multiple genres from psychological thrillers to medical dramas, building on the streamer’s growing investment in Chinese-language content following […]
Spain rescues elderly sailor 11 days adrift in Mediterranean, Susan Sarandon to be honoured at Spain’s top film awards and more news on Thursday January 29th. Spain aims to resume Madrid-Andalusia train line on February 7th Spain aims to restart within 10 days full service on a key high-speed railway line where a collision between […]
Published By : Last Updated:January 29, 2026, 13:27 IST Lisa chose a stunning Balmain Haute Couture evening gown inspired by the Queen Mother of Thailand’s attire. Lisa and Win Metawin posed for the shutterbugs.(Photo Credit : X) BLACKPINK member Lisa and Thai actor Win Metawin left fans excited after they were spotted together at a […]
Hello from California, this is Yifan, your #techAsia host this week. If you haven’t heard, 2026 is all about physical AI. Just like everyone was talking about AI agents in Silicon Valley around this time last year, almost every conversation I have had in the new year has always pivoted to how artificial intelligence will […]
BANGKOK, Jan. 29, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Haier, the world’s leading IoT ecosystem brand, is hosting a Global Champion Tour event themed “Champion Your Haier Life” in Bangkok, Thailand from January 28 to February 1. Haier hosting a Global Champion Tour event themed “Champion Your Haier Life” in Bangkok As an official partner of Liverpool Football Club […]
What’s buzzing around China’s ‘viral toy’: The ‘crying horse’ plushie’s new craze On 17 February, 2026, China will celebrate the start of the ‘Year of the Horse,’ the zodiac sign symbolizing high energy and hard work January 28, 2026 What’s buzzing around China’s ‘viral toy’: The ‘crying horse’ plushie’s new craze It is strange how […]
China deployed naval forces for patrols in the South China Sea earlier this week, while the United States conducted a maritime exercise with its treaty ally the Philippines. The U.S. Navy‘s 7th Fleet said in a news release that it and the Armed Forces of the Philippines held a Maritime Cooperative Activity (MCA) within the […]
As Indian travellers look beyond familiar destinations, Japan stands out as a country that rewards curiosity. Safe, efficient and rich in culture, it offers experiences that stay long after the journey ends. From cherry blossoms to Mount Fuji, Japan is turning out to be one of the most sought after travel destinations for Indians. As […]
MANILA, Philippines — K-pop powerhouse EXO is making a long-awaited return to the Philippines with a two-night concert in July as part of their sixth concert tour, “EXO PLANET #6 – EXhOrizon.” K-pop powerhouse EXO PHOTO FROM INSTAGRAM/WEAREONE.EXO The group announced Wednesday on their official social media accounts that the Manila shows are scheduled for July 4 […]
By MARTIN BECKFORD, POLICY EDITOR Published: 03:40 EST, 28 January 2026 | Updated: 03:54 EST, 28 January 2026
KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, Jan. 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — This Lunar New Year, IPC Shopping Centre invites visitors to experience a celebration that is perfectly balanced and harmonious. From 19 January to 22 February 2026, the centre transforms into a festive haven where Swedish heritage meets local traditions, with the iconic Dala horse taking centre stage […]
iQOO 15R India Launch: After weeks of leaks and teasers, Vivo’s sub-brand iQOO has announced the official launch date of the iQOO 15R in India. The phone will go live on 24th February, as revealed by the brand’s India CEO, Nipun Marya, on social media. A teaser image from the company shows the phone’s back […]
As per Reuters, here’s what the message read, “Dear Jonas: Considering your Country decided not to give me the Nobel Peace Prize for having stopped 8 Wars PLUS, I no longer feel an obligation to think purely of Peace, although it will always be predominant, but can now think about what is good and proper […]
MANILA, Philippines – Citing the need to provide for his family, La Salle Green Archers guard Kean Baclaan foregoes his final playing year in the UAAP and turns professional. “I have no decision yet (where I’ll go). As of now, I have no team yet, but I want to go pro for my family,” Baclaan, […]
Ya Ya, on loan to the US for 20 years, was returned to China in April 2023 after a suspected Chinese spy balloon floated over the US. The following year, as Beijing and Washington increased engagement, China promised to send two younger pandas to Washington in what China’s ambassador said was a “very good sign” […]
China has approved its first batch of Nvidia H200 artificial intelligence chip imports, three people familiar with the matter told Reuters, marking a shift in position as Beijing seeks to balance its AI needs against spurring domestic development. ByteDance, Alibaba and Tencent have been approved to purchase over 400,000 H200 chips in total, with other […]
Monday – Friday, 10:00 – 11:00 SIN/HK | 0400 – 05:00 CET Chinese humanoid robot company LimX Dynamics is in talks with U.S. business partners, the startup’s founder Will Zhang said in an exclusive interview. As it moves towards global markets, the Shenzhen-based startup is about to close a funding round with its first foreign […]
Australia Vs West Indies U19 Live Cricket Score, ICC U19 Cricket World Cup 2026 Super Six (Australia U19 National Cricket Team vs West Indies U19 National Cricket Team): West Indies captain Joshua Dorne won the coin toss and opted to bowl first against Australia in their ICC U19 World Cup 2026 clash at the Harare […]
Giant pandas Xiao Xiao and Lei Lei have returned to their homeland in Sichuan, China, marking the first time since 1972 that Japan is without pandas. Their departure comes during strained relations between the two countries, reflecting broader political tensions in East Asia. The pandas, who were born in Tokyo’s Ueno Zoo in 2021, arrived […]
TORONTO — Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said Monday some of U.S. President Donald Trump’s threats should be viewed as prepositioning ahead of negotiations to renew the free trade pact between the two large trading partners. Carney noted they are entering a review of the United States–Mexico–Canada Agreement this year and said he expects a […]
Lawmakers in both chambers pushed back against what they describe as increasingly aggressive and undiplomatic public statements by the Chinese Embassy, urging the government to respond more firmly through established diplomatic channels. In the House of Representatives, minority lawmakers filed House Resolution 680 on Tuesday, calling on the Executive Branch, particularly the Department of Foreign […]
X was fined €120m after being found to have breached the DSA in a separate investigation last month. The EU has launched a new investigation into X to probe whether the Elon Musk-owned social media site properly assessed and mitigated risks stemming with its in-platform AI chatbot Grok. X’s latest brush-up against the EU came […]
