Singapore central bank posts 15.48 bln USD net profit on strong investment gains
The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) has reported a net profit of 20 billion Singapore dollars (about 15.48 billion US dollars) for the financial year ended March 31, 2026, as robust investment gains more than offset foreign exchange translation losses and the cost of liquidity management
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Sri Lanka plans to cut recurrent spending, boost development expenditure in 2027
Economic plans for the coming year focus on reducing recurrent expenditure while increasing capital expenditure, President Anura Kumara Dissanayake said on Tuesday at a special coordination committee meeting in southern Sri Lanka's Galle district.
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Chance discovery points to potential antiviral treatment: study
An unexpected observation during unrelated research has led scientists in Australia and Finland to identify a potential antiviral strategy that could lead to new treatments for deadly infectious diseases or viral infections caused by Ebola and hantavirus. Lead researcher Merja Joensuu of Australia's
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Cambodia, Indonesia to strengthen cooperation in combating online scams
Cambodia and Indonesia have pledged to strengthen cooperation in combating online scams, describing tech-based fraud as a complex global issue requiring international collaboration, said a press release issued Wednesday by Cambodia's Commission for Combating Online Scams (CCOS).
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Technology, AI advances must be balanced with human values, national identity: Malaysian PM
Technological and artificial intelligence (AI) advancements must be balanced with efforts to preserve human values and national identity to ensure these are not eroded, Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has said.Malaysia must strive to balance between these two key points to remain globally
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Japan's Kumamoto earthquake leaves 12 dead, 6 in cardiac arrest
Twelve people have been confirmed dead following a powerful earthquake that struck Kumamoto Prefecture, southwestern Japan, while six others remain in cardiac arrest, local media reported Wednesday, citing the latest official figures.
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At least 15 Iraqi paramilitary members killed in US-Saudi strikes
At least 15 members of Iraq's paramilitary Popular Mobilization Forces (PMF) were killed early Wednesday in US-Saudi strikes targeting their positions across several Iraqi provinces, according to official statements and a security source. The attacks hit the PMF headquarters in the Iraqi provinces
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Chinese film 'Dear You' wins hearts at New York Asian Film Festival
The Chinese film Dear You closed the 25th New York Asian Film Festival on July 26, marking its North American premiere. Founded in 2002, the festival is one of the major events celebrating Asian cinema in North America.
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Xi congratulates Carlos Vila Nova on reelection as president of Sao Tome and Principe
Chinese President Xi Jinping on Wednesday congratulated Carlos Vila Nova on his reelection as president of Sao Tome and Principe.
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Chinese-built schools inject fresh vitality into Peru's education
In the early morning, a cool breeze sweeps from the Pacific Ocean into Callao, a major port city north of Peru's capital, Lima.
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China-Australia green cooperation in focus at Boao Forum for Asia Perth Conference
The Boao Forum for Asia (BFA) Perth Conference was held in Perth, Western Australia, on July 27, bringing together about 200 representatives from governments, businesses and research institutions to discuss the green transition and regional cooperation.
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US oil prices surge 5 pct on intercepted Iranian 'surprise attack'
US Crude oil futures prices surged around 5 percent late Tuesday after the US Central Command claimed that US forces intercepted an attack from Iran in the Middle East.
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Jordan says it shot down 5 missiles from Iran -- media
Jordan says it shot down 5 missiles from Iran -- media
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Japan says over 9,000 people in evacuation centers after quake
More than 9,000 people were in evacuation centers early Wednesday after a major quake hit southwestern Japan, the government said.
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