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Asian markets follow Wall Street higher on upbeat news from China, US

Stocks in Asia are mostly higher, boosted by moves by China to rev up its economy

The Independent UK

"We've seen the largest number of Xbox console players in the region to date," Xbox lead Phil Spencer confirms growth in Asia

Things are improving for Xbox in Asia. At the Tokyo Game Show presentation, Xbox lead Phil Spencer confirmed that Xbox has seen its userbase swell in Asia, and now represents its largest player base in the region the platform has ever had.

Windows Central

Stock market today: Asian markets surge higher after Wall Street takes a breather

Shares are higher in Asia after U.S. stocks edged back from their records

The Independent UK

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Hong Kong court to sentence 2 former Stand News editors in landmark sedition case

A Hong Kong court is set to sentence two former Stand News editors in a landmark sedition case that is widely seen as an indicator of media freedom in a city once known as a beacon of press freedom in Asia

The Independent UK

Impact of Emerging Markets on the Online Casino Industry

The online casino industry is witnessing a remarkable global expansion, driven by the rapid growth of emerging markets such as Asia, Latin America, and Africa. These regions are quickly becoming hotspots for growth and investment due to several key ...

USA Today Sports Media Group

Asian Development Bank raises growth forecast for region, but warns of risks from trade sanctions

The Asian Development Bank says it expects developing economies in the region to grow at a 5% annual pace this year, up slightly from its earlier estimate of 4.9% growth

The Independent UK

Healthier rice variety could counter rise in diabetes, Philippine scientists say

Researchers develop grain with lower glycaemic index and more protein that ‘could have big impact in Asia and Africa’

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Thailand Legalizes Same-Sex Marriage, Becomes Third In Asia

Thailand legalizes same-sex marriage, marking a significant step towards equality in the country. LGBTQ+ couples can register marriages starting January ne...

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Pip Rau obituary

Other lives: Dealer in central Asian textiles and costumes who ran a shop in London and hired her collections to film-makers

The Guardian - UK

Australia increases influence in Asia, report shows

A power ranking of countries in Asia has shown Australia has risen up the rankings to fifth position, only behind the US, China, India and Japan.

AAP

When was steel invented?

No one knows for sure when steel was invented, but some of the earliest examples crop up in the first millennium B.C. in Central and South Asia.

LiveScience

Philippine senator says China should do more to help fight cybercrime gangs

China should do more to battle the illegal online gambling and scam call centers run by Chinese criminal syndicates in Southeast Asian countries often using forced labor, a Philippine senator who led an investigation into the centers said Friday

The Independent UK

Asian stocks follow Wall Street's rate-cut rally higher, as BOJ stands pat

Asian stocks have surged, with Japan’s Nikkei 225 index leading gains after Wall Street romped to records following the Federal Reserve’s big cut to interest rates

The Independent UK

Asian Markets Track Wall Street Record To Extend Global Rally

Asian markets built Friday on the latest global rally after a jumbo US interest rate cut, while the yen edged up as focus turns to the Bank of Japan policy decision later in the day.

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Giant invasive joro spiders spotted for first time in Pennsylvania

Intimidating looking but relatively harmless arachnids native to east Asia spread across US north-east

The Independent UK

Coldplay announce dates for Asia tour with shows in India, Abu Dhabi, Hong Kong and Seoul

British band bring their Music of the Spheres world tour to Asia next year

The Independent UK

The world’s best hotels for 2024 revealed

Hotels in Asia dominate the 2024 list of the World’s 50 Best Hotels

The Guardian - UK

Linens, layers and dad trainers: what to wear when you’re travelling in south-east Asia

When it comes to female fashion, think comfort, culture, weather and colour – all key considerations when exploring this diverse corner of the world

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The Independent UK

Emma Raducanu keen to play as many matches as she can before the season ends

The 21-year-old is contesting three tournaments in Asia over the next month.

Fortune

Singapore is the only Southeast Asian city on a ranking of centi-millionaires—and that could be good for its economy

The city-state ranks 6th in a list of top 50 cities for people with liquid investable assets of $100 million or more.

International Business Times

US Needs To Continue Pursuing Partnerships With Djibouti

Djibouti is destined to become what Singapore is to Asia and Rotterdam is to Europe.

AAP

Mariners lose opening Champions League fixture in China

Defending A-League champions Central Coast have opened their Asian Champions League Elite campaign in China with a 3-1 defeat to Shandong in a spiteful clash.

Top News

Fed Expected To Cut Key Rate For First Time

Asian markets show mixed performance as investors await Fed's interest rate decision. US markets hit all-time high. Dollar weakens, oil prices rise.

The Independent UK

Stock market today: Asian shares are mixed as Wall Street gears up for an interest rate cut

Shares are mixed in Asia as world markets gear up for the Federal Reserve's most anticipated meeting in years

AAP

A-League Men champs set for new ACL Elite stage

Central Coast are ready to kick off their Asian Champions League Elite campaign against Shandong Taishan, while several other Australians will be in action.

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