Young Chinese Filmmakers Defy Strict Censorship
Despite tightening censorship, young Chinese filmmakers like Nan Xin train aspiring directors to focus on craft, with many undaunted by red lines and seeking personal stories.
Category : Asia Pacific
Tuchel slams England's 'freestyle' play in win over NZ
Thomas Tuchel criticized England's first-half performance in a 1-0 win over New Zealand, calling it too 'freestyle' and lacking positional discipline. Jude Bellingham impressed off the bench.
Starbucks Korea Boycott: Marketing Blunder Sparks Outrage
A botched Starbucks tumbler promotion in South Korea on the anniversary of a pro-democracy massacre led to boycotts, police investigation, and political firestorm.
Xi Jinping to Visit North Korea June 8-9
Chinese President Xi Jinping will travel to Pyongyang for a state visit from June 8 to 9, marking a rare diplomatic engagement between the two nations.
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A debt-laden caregiver finds new meaning in life among terminally ill patients in this touching but uneven Chinese hospital comedy drama.
Typhoon Jangmi Injures 23, 1.5 Million Evacuated in Japan
Typhoon Jangmi swept northwards through Japan with 80mph winds, injuring 23 people, damaging homes and Himeji Castle, and prompting evacuation orders for 1.52 million residents.
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Despite health and environmental concerns, meat consumption is rising globally. The meat industry fights back while plant-based alternatives gain ground.
EU No Jet Fuel Shortage Despite Price Surge
The EU's transport chief assures no jet fuel shortage in Europe despite Middle East tensions, though airlines cut routes and raise prices. Future risks remain if Strait of Hormuz stays closed.
Nepali climber found alive after six days on Everest
A Nepali climbing guide who vanished on Everest for six days has been found alive near Base Camp, crawling back after being feared dead.
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US Bombing Led to Communist Rise in Cambodia and Laos
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Nauru Defends After Whistleblower Alleges Threats
Nauru issues a rare statement insisting it is safe after a whistleblower alleged serious threats of violence against non-citizens removed under a secretive $2.5bn Australia deal.
5300-Year-Old Yeast Bakes Sourdough Bread
Scientists revived yeast from Otzi the Iceman, a 5300-year-old mummy, to bake sourdough bread. The experiment opens possibilities for ancient beer brewing.
Largest Cosmic Magnetic Field Map Created by CSIRO
A global team led by CSIRO has produced the largest cosmic map of magnetic fields, using light from nearly 4 million galaxies to help understand the universe's mysterious magnetic forces.
Cuban Journalist's Harrowing Tale of Persecution and Exile
Abraham Jiménez Enoa recounts the founding of independent magazine El Estornudo, his detention and interrogation by Cuban state security, and his eventual exile in Spain.
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Militia raids in North Kivu province leave over 30 dead, complicating Ebola containment as patients flee clinics and violence spreads.
Samoan Tenor Pene Pati: From Poverty to Opera Greatness
A documentary follows Samoan tenor Pene Pati's journey from a poor South Pacific island to performing at La Scala and the Met, premiering at Sydney film festival.
Japan Plastic Shortage Worsens Amid Naphtha Crisis
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Graduation Speaker Cancellations Raise Free Speech Concerns
As US graduation season unfolds, some speakers are disinvited over their opinions. PEN America warns this sends a troubling message about free speech on campus.
Largest map of universe's magnetic fields unveiled
Australian scientists have created the largest and most detailed map of magnetic fields in the universe using the ASKAP radio telescope, revealing insights into galaxy evolution.
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Record-breaking heatwaves hit Europe, revealing ill-prepared governments. With hundreds of deaths, climate shelters emerge but gaps remain. Northern Europe faces new risks.
Australia, Solomon Islands Agree New Treaty After China Deal
Australia and the Solomon Islands have agreed to a new comprehensive treaty to elevate ties, months after the Pacific nation's secretive security pact with China. The commitment follows a visit by new PM Matthew Wale.
Three Abandoned Siblings and a 40-Year Family Mystery
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One Nation's Gas Policy: Far-Right Playbook
One Nation's new gas policy, announced at an industry conference, taps into public grievance by attacking elites and pushing for expanded drilling, while proposing a Norway-style sovereign wealth fund.
Australia's Population Reaches 28 Million
Australia's population has reached 28 million, an increase of almost 500,000 in the past year. The ABS projects 29 million by 2028 and 30 million by 2031, amid immigration policy debates.
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Unknown NZ Star Becomes World Cup Icon with 3.5M Followers
New Zealand footballer Tim Payne gained over 3 million Instagram followers in days after an influencer's campaign, becoming a World Cup icon despite his low profile.
Colombia Runoff: Pro-Trump Lawyer vs Leftist Senator
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Astronaut Bennell-Pegg Tackles STEM Crisis
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NSW Dolphin Census Draws Citizen Scientists
Over 500 volunteers participated in NSW's first statewide dolphin census, counting dolphins from coastlines, kayaks, and boats to aid research into populations and threats like climate change.
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