Articles about Asia
Latest articles about Asia, sorted from newest to oldest.
Record-breaking Snow Buries Japan, Claims Dozens of Lives
The extreme cold snap has brought widespread chaos to Japan, with heavy snowfall and freezing temperatures causing power outages and disruptions to essential services. Reports indicate that at least 30 people have lost their lives in the disaster, with many more injured. Devastating Impact on Commun...
China and Japan, Uneasy Neighbors in East Asia, Are at Odds Again
China and Japan, uneasy neighbors in East Asia, find themselves at the center of a fresh diplomatic dispute. The recent tensions between the two nations have sparked concerns about the stability of the region. Escalating Tensions Over Territorial Claims The current standoff between China and Japan b...
Xi and Lee Agree to Normalize Relations Amid Rising Tensions
The summit between Xi and Lee marked a significant turning point in the complex history of China-South Korea relations. The two leaders met in Beijing on January 9, 2024, and reportedly discussed a range of issues, including trade, security, and regional cooperation. Background of Strained Relations...
6.2 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Japan, No Widespread Damage Reported
A powerful earthquake struck Japan on Thursday, sending shockwaves through the region. According to the Japan Meteorological Agency, the earthquake had a magnitude of 6.2 and was centered in the Pacific Ocean, approximately 250 kilometers southwest of the city of Yamagata. The earthquake occurred at...
Hong Kong's Autonomy Under Threat as Jimmy Lai Sentenced to Five Years in Prison
The sentencing of Jimmy Lai, the founder of the Apple Daily newspaper, has sent shockwaves through the Hong Kong community and beyond. Lai was found guilty of conspiring to collude with foreign forces and violating the national security law, which was imposed by China in 2020. The law has been used ...
M7.5 Quake Strikes Northeastern Japan, Tsunami Warning Lowered to Advisory
The earthquake, which occurred at 11:36 PM local time on Thursday, was centered off the coast of Fukushima Prefecture and had a depth of approximately 600 kilometers. The Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA) initially issued a tsunami warning for several coastal areas in the region, advising residents ...
Hong Kong’s Response to Deadly Fire Shows China’s Play Book in Action
The deadly fire that ravaged a high-rise building in Hong Kong on January 20 has left a trail of destruction and raised questions about the city's governance. The blaze, which killed nine people and injured 45 others, was the worst fire in Hong Kong in over 30 years. Government Response Under Scruti...
Death Toll Rises to 146 in Hong Kong Apartment Fire: "a Wake-up Call for Everyone"
The fire broke out on Wednesday morning in the 28-storey Lion Rock Estate in the Kowloon district, with flames engulfing the entire building in just 30 minutes. Emergency services were quickly on the scene, but the rapid spread of the fire made it difficult to rescue those trapped inside. Rescue Eff...
Mourners Honor Victims of Hong Kong Apartment Fire
The fire broke out in a high-rise building in the Kowloon district on Wednesday evening, trapping residents inside. Rescue teams rushed to the scene, but the intense flames and thick smoke made it difficult to access the affected areas. Emergency Response Efforts The Hong Kong Fire Services Departme...