Asia-Pacific

Jetstar to Charge Up to $52 for Overhead Baggage in Carry-On Overhaul

Jetstar will charge passengers up to A$52 to use overhead lockers from February 2027, scrapping its 7kg carry-on weight limit in a major rules overhaul.

Oil Climbs as Hopes for Imminent Strait of Hormuz Deal Fade

Crude climbs above $84 in the U.S. and past $89 internationally as hopes for an imminent Strait of Hormuz reopening deal collapse into deadlock.

Hims & Hers Shares Slide as Weight-Loss Expansion Squeezes Margins Despite Revenue Beat

Hims & Hers stock fell after beating revenue estimates but posting a loss, as its costly expansion into weight-loss treatments pressured margins.

On Holding Cuts Sales Outlook as Consumer Demand Weakens, Shares Slide

On Holding shares slid after the Federer-backed sportswear maker cut its annual sales outlook and missed quarterly revenue estimates on weaker consumer dem

Reserve Bank of Australia Holds Cash Rate at 4.35%, Warns Further Hikes Remain Possible

The Reserve Bank of Australia held the cash rate at 4.35% but warned further hikes remain "quite possible" even as house prices continue to fall.

Jetstar to Charge Up to $52 for Overhead Baggage in Carry-On Overhaul

Jetstar will charge passengers up to A$52 to use overhead lockers from February 2027, scrapping its 7kg carry-on weight limit in a major rules overhaul.

Search Intensifies for 17 Missing After Vietnamese Cargo Ship Sinks Near Spratlys

A multinational rescue by Vietnamese, Philippine and Chinese teams searches for 17 missing crew after the Khoi Nguyen 18 sank near Fiery Cross Reef.

China and Philippines Trade Blame as Water Cannon Clashes Escalate Near Scarborough Shoal

Chinese and Philippine vessels clashed for a second day near Scarborough Shoal, with Manila reporting water cannon use as both sides traded blame.

Cathay Pacific and HK Express Slash Flights Amid Soaring Jet Fuel Costs

Cathay Pacific and HK Express announce flight cuts from mid-May to end-June due to soaring jet fuel prices driven by Middle East conflict. Learn about schedule changes and passenger impact.

ASEAN Summit in May to Focus on Critical Issues Amidst Middle East Conflict

ASEAN Summit in May to proceed with a trimmed agenda focusing on key issues like fuel supplies, food prices, and migrant workers, amidst the Middle East conflict.

US Intelligence: China Not Planning Taiwan Invasion by 2027, Citing Risks and Preference for Forceful Unification

U.S. intelligence agencies assess that China is not planning to invade Taiwan by 2027, citing significant risks and a preference for peaceful unification, according to the latest threat assessment.

Beijing-Tokyo Tensions Escalate Over Taiwan, US Missile System Withdrawn

Beijing and Tokyo engage in diplomatic disputes over Taiwan, leading to the withdrawal of a US missile system from Japan and heightened regional tensions.

Sanae Takaichi’s LDP Achieves Historic Landslide Victory in Japan’s Snap Election

Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's Liberal Democratic Party achieves a historic landslide victory in a snap election, securing a supermajority and paving the way for a conservative agenda.

Japan Reels from Deadly Snowstorm: Dozens Dead, Hundreds Injured Amidst Record Snowfall

Japan is experiencing a severe winter storm with record snowfall, leading to dozens of deaths and hundreds of injuries. Discover the impact on infrastructure, public safety, and the rising avalanche risk.

Asia-Pacific Markets Dip Amid Trump’s Defense Sector Scrutiny and Oil Price Volatility

Asia-Pacific markets experienced a general decline on Thursday, mirroring a downturn on Wall Street. The slump was attributed to escalating geopolitical tensions and critical...

Asia-Pacific Lacrosse Championship Heats Up: Japan, Philippines, and Australia Vie for Supremacy

The 2026 Asia-Pacific Men's Lacrosse Championship is underway in Wellington, New Zealand, with national teams battling for qualification spots in the 2027 World Lacrosse...

Cambodia Extradites Alleged Crypto Scam Kingpin Chen Zhi to China Amid International Pressure

Cambodia has extradited Chinese-born tycoon Chen Zhi, accused of orchestrating a massive transnational cryptocurrency scam network, to China. The move follows indictments and sanctions...

200 Artillery Shells Fired by North Korea Near Yeonpyeong Prompt South Korean Evacuation

Reports emerged on Friday that South Korea issued evacuation orders to the residents of Yeonpyeong Island, located near the border with North Korea, following...

China Escalates Economic Strain on Taiwan, Revoking Tariff Concessions Amidst Pre-Election Tensions

China ends tariff concessions on Taiwan's imports, citing trade violations, amid escalating tensions and upcoming Taiwanese elections

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