Events for “asia”

India vs Sri Lanka live: Asia Cup final

Follow our live team score, photos and text commentary stream from the final in Dubai as Sri Lanka chase 184 to win.

LIVE: India vs Pakistan – Women’s T20 Asia Cup

Follow the updates from our live build-up to our text commentary stream coverage of the Group A match in Dubai.

Waymo to start Tokyo robotaxi service next year in Asia push

Autonomous driving was long seen as a pipe dream in Japan, where the streets are narrow and crowded, and regulation is notoriously strict.

Art, surveillance and the politics of memory in Southeast Asia

Moral policing and repression across SE Asia increasingly target artists, especially queer and trans creators, threatening cultural expression.

Ruins of ancient Asian city show engineering prowess and organization

Nature, Published online: 09 September 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-02821-w The 5,000-year-old city of Liangzhu has mounds, dams and city walls built in a challenging waterlogged site.

Xi-Modi thaw at BRICS masks deep divisions between Asian rivals

In a meeting Saturday, the two leaders agreed to further promote cultural and business exchanges, and coordinate on regional and global issues.

At Asian Games, let Taiwan compete as Taiwan

It's time to challenge the international sporting community's treatment of Taiwanese athletes.

Gaud penalised for giving send-off to Dulani in Asia Cup final

Pakistan players were fined 5% of their match fee for maintaining a slow over rate in the semi-final against Sri Lanka

The AI talent war is coming for Big Tech’s Asia executives

OpenAI and Anthropic are hiring leaders from Meta, Google, Microsoft, and other U.S. tech giants to win new markets across India and Southeast Asia.

Man pleads not guilty in the hanging death of Tasia Fortune in Mississippi

A man charged with murder in the hanging of a Black woman in Mississippi pleaded not guilty Monday at his first court appearance.

India win the Asia Cup but no trophy presentation... again

Sri Lanka players accepted their medals but the presence of ACC chief Mohsin Naqvi, who is also a senior minister in Pakistan, meant India didn't collect their medals or the trophy

Shafali, Mandhana power India to eighth Asia Cup title

Sri Lanka were bowled out for 111 in chase of 184, with Charani and Deepti sharing seven wickets between them

India women's team refuse Asia Cup cricket trophy from Pakistan minister

After beating Sri Lanka to win a record eighth Asia Cup title, the Indian women's cricket team skipped the trophy presentation with Pakistani Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi.

India refuses to accept Asia Cup cricket trophy from Pakistani minister

India beat Sri Lanka in Women's Asia Cup final - scorecard

Latest scorecard from the Women's Asia Cup final between India and Sri Lanka in Dubai.

Off Season Greece: Author Anastasia Miari on Corfu's thriving food scene and why spring is the best time to savour the isle

Having spent the best part of a decade preserving Greece's age-old culinary heritage, Corfiot author Anastasia Miari shares her inside tips for the island she was born and raised on.

Steep rise in young UK nationals detained for smuggling drugs from Asia

Hundreds of Britons have been detained in Thailand on suspicion of attempting to smuggle cannabis to the UK.

North Korea thrash Bangladesh 10-0 in Asian Games women’s football

North Korea, enjoying support in the stands, were up 7-0 by half-time and are favourites for the gold.

South Korean officials decry ‘worst ever’ Asian Games accommodation

Organisers in Japan say they had 'neither the manpower nor the budget' to deal with the accommodation shortage.

Texas Republicans condemn railroad commissioner candidate over post about Asian students, calling it racist

Texas Republicans on Sunday condemned the GOP candidate running to become the state’s railroad commissioner over a post about University of Texas at Austin students of South Asian descent.

Asian Refiners Seek Answers After Saudi Pipeline Shutdown

Man arrested in death of Tasia Fortune, woman found hanging from tree in Mississippi

The state medical examiner's office determined Thursday evening that the death was a homicide, Brackney said, allowing police to execute the warrants they already had on hand.

Asia Cup: Indian women's cricket team refuses to accept trophy from ACC head Mohsin Naqvi

Harmanpreet Kaur-led India defeated Sri Lanka by 72 runs here to lift their record-extending eighth Asia Cup title, but the players did not come out on the field for post-tournament presentation ceremonies

These are the 50 projects from Asia Pacific selected for Dezeen Awards 2026 Regional Showcases

Dezeen has announced the 50 projects featured in the Top 50: Asia Pacific list as part of the Regional Showcases for Dezeen Awards 2026.

India win Women’s Asia Cup but do not accept trophy

India were not present at the trophy ceremony, which was led by Pakistani Interior Minister and ACC President Naqvi.

It's spin vs spin as India and Sri Lanka battle for Asia Cup title

While there isn't much to separate the teams when it comes to their spin bowling, India have been the better all-round side, and go into the final as the favourites

SoftBank-backed SB Energy aims to raise $500 million from Japan for U.S. IPO

Proceeds will be used to develop and build infrastructure including data centers and power plants.

Cabinet approves outline of two-year consumption tax reduction for food products

The plan will form the basis of related bills set to be submitted to the autumn session of parliament to reduce the consumption tax from 8% to 1%.

Kaima Taira uses data and science in pursuit of pitching perfection

The Seibu Lions ace has combined elite velocity with a deep understanding of biomechanics to become one of NPB's best pitchers.

Voters emphasized economic concerns over base relocation in choosing Koja

Following his victory Sunday night, Genta Koja said his priorities as Okinawa's next governor would be on addressing the local economy.

Supermarket competition intensifies in Chugoku with Lopia’s advances

Local supermarket operators are responding to a low-price chain by strengthening fresh-food offerings and seeking more efficiency to keep costs down.

A food safety officer has become a social media star in India - why?

Tukaram Mundhe has gone viral after a series of aggressive inspections of restaurants to detect hygiene lapses.

Drug use may have begun 25,000 years ago in Indonesia, research finds

Scientists have found evidence that early human foragers in Indonesia were using the betel nut as a drug.

Swedish election in dead heat as voters question liberal traditions

A partial count by the election authority points to a one-seat majority for the opposition center-left bloc.

Nate Mercereau, “Fantastic Thoughts”

L.A. post-jazz instrumentalist and Andre 3000 collaborator pivots to radiant prog fantasia. Read full story on the Bandcamp Daily .

Number of centenarians in Japan top 100,000 for first time

The number of centenarians in Japan reached 107,677 this year, up 7,914 from last year. Nearly all of them — 94,298 — were women.

Kioxia said to consider raising $10 billion in U.S. listing

Kioxia is planning the share sale at a time when concerns about the pace of artificial intelligence development are escalating.

Artificial intelligence makes inroads into weather forecasting

Some AI models have proved more accurate than conventional numerical weather prediction systems in capturing large-scale atmospheric patterns.

Ousted Stars and Stripes publisher warns of rising attacks on press freedoms

Max Lederer, the ousted publisher of the U.S. military newspaper, says the paper's clashes with the Pentagon are emblematic of a larger battle.

China’s new tech, national security exit rules take effect

The travel curbs bar citizens deemed a potential threat to national technology security from leaving the country.

U.S. backs new Pacific cable as China rivalry reshapes networks

The U.S. has been working to expand its role in building subsea cables, which carry nearly all international internet traffic.

Lawmakers urge Takaichi to support ICC in her U.N. address

The lawmakers also asked the government to directly request to Washington that it withdraw sanctions on ICC President Tomoko Akane.

Cambodia ‘playing the victim,’ Thailand tells global mediators

Both countries are involved in a United Nations-backed conciliation process to resolve a maritime dispute between them.

Australian minister says Canberra ‘on the same page’ as Ottawa on closer EU ties

Australian Trade Minister Don Farrell says Australia "will take great interest" in Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney's bid for a "unique alliance."

Japan considers defense spending worth 3.5% of GDP after U.S. pressure

Japanese defense officials have already signaled a willingness to sharply increase defense spending in meetings with their U.S. counterparts.

U.S. policies under Trump accelerate Europe’s push for space self-reliance

Europe's moves potentially herald a restructuring of the global space order, with changes that may be difficult to unwind after Trump leaves office.

Can Japan and China break their diplomatic deadlock?

A delegation of Japanese lawmakers are in Beijing again just weeks after another by a smaller group in search of steady relations.

Japanese reconnaissance drone goes missing off Tottori

An apparent piece of the drone was spotted floating in the sea off the coast of Tottori Prefecture by the Japan Coast Guard, NHK reported.

As cases rise, Japan moves to step up measures against human trafficking

The move to step up measures against labor and sexual exploitation comes amid a rise in identified victims.

Former Tokyo massage parlor operator given five years for employing Thai girl

Masayuki Hosono was found guilty of having the 12-year-old girl work at the parlor and having her perform sexual services.

People who can't picture anything are rewriting the science of imagination

Article URL: https://dailyneuron.com/aphantasia-mental-imagery-brain-network/ Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=49696453 Points: 172 # Comments: 244

The Himalayas are melting faster - and India's economy is 'at risk'

A new report warns Himalayan glaciers are melting faster, threatening India’s water, economy and communities.

The student behind 'cockroach' protests that forced an Indian minister to quit

It has been a rollercoaster ride for 'cockroach' party founder Abhijeet Dipke who gained celebrity status overnight.

American football is coming to Australia - can it succeed?

The LA Rams will face the San Francisco 49ers in the first regular season American football game to be played Down Under.

When an avalanche killed climber Nirmal Purja, his friends faced the hardest mission of all

Mountaineer Mingma G tells the BBC about the climb to bring home the bodies of his closest friends.

Iran war reshapes Brics ties but also exposes divisions

Brics members agree they need a new global order but it's harder to answer what should replace it and how to get there.

Man loses case to claw back $369,000 he spent on lavish gifts for ex-girlfriend

Singapore's High Court rules in the woman's favour, with the judge saying the man "willingly" showered her with gifts, even before they got together.

Trump downplays warnings of AI risks, citing rivalry with China

The US president said "negative forces" were airing concerns about "things that won't happen".

Death toll from Philippines ferry fire rises to 76, with more still missing

Access to the burnt-out boat has been slowed by toxic fumes and lingering heat, the country's coast guard says.

Buddhist monk arrested in suspected $3m embezzlement scandal

Thai police also arrested a suspected female accomplice with whom the monk, who had taken a vow of celibacy, was filmed having sex.

Six dead, 130 missing after Indonesian ferry capsizes in Java Sea

Ships and helicopters are searching for those missing from the Virgo Transport 8 ship, which had encountered bad weather.

Hyrox apologises for allowing race to continue after athlete soils herself

Some raised concerns around hygiene while others praised the competitor's resolve to finish the race and push through adversity.

Malaysian boy acquitted for murder of schoolgirl on grounds of insanity

The killing of the 16-year-old nearly a year ago had shocked Malaysia and sparked debate about social media.

Why a fresh wave of North Korean soldiers may fight in Russia's war in Ukraine

North Korea will continue to send its soldiers to fight in Russia's war, but only for as long as it is profitable to do so, writes the BBC's Quentin Sommerville.

Bali police investigate after Australian man and children found dead in home

Police were called after the man's wife became concerned and asked neighbours to check on her family.

Police say it could take months to identify Philippine ferry fire victims

At least 76 people died in the fire, with authorities saying that the shortest it could take to identify victims would be "weeks".

China criticises idea it is in 'malicious competition' over AI

It follows the Anthropic CEO's calls for a slowdown in AI development - but in a way that prevents China from pulling ahead in the race.

China tightens travel restrictions for citizens

Observers say the new rules will further tighten the Chinese government's control over its citizens.

Russian attacks on Ukraine railways escalating every week

Ukrainian Railways CEO Oleksandr Pertsovsky said Russia has started hitting parts of the network in the west — far from the front line.

U.S. Supreme Court blocks Postal Service restriction on mail ballots

Restricting mail-in ballots would stand to benefit Republicans given that Democratic voters disproportionately use mail-in ballots, surveys show.

Japan must choose between cheap money and a livable yen

The BOJ must decide whether to counter inflation through higher rates or preserve ultralow borrowing costs despite the strain on households.

India wants to buy fewer Chinese imports, but keeps needing more

India has spent years trying to become less dependent on China, but it has been buying more, instead, with trade becoming more unbalanced.

Japan’s economic comeback faces hardest BOJ test in a generation

Amid pressure from the U.S., chronic yen weakness and inflation, the Bank of Japan looks set to raise rates for the third time in less than 10 months.

Trump’s AI defense defies voter unease heading into midterms

U.S. President Donald Trump increasingly stands alone with his rejection of tighter artificial intelligence oversight.

As Russia again draws near, a front-line city fears obliteration this time

After a five-month occupation in 2022, Russian troops left behind a mass grave and ruined buildings in the eastern Ukrainian city of Izium.

X League rocked by ‘ghost pro’ scandal as Minerva boycotts game against Obic

The X League was hoping its new licensing system would lead to greater exposure. It has — but not in a manner that it had hoped.

Swiss vote on neutrality revives debate over national identity

The neutrality debate reflects bigger questions about where Switzerland sees itself in a world of increasingly fractured international relations.

Lights out in Laos as electricity exports surge

Exports of electricity to neighboring countries including Thailand and Vietnam are a key source of revenue for the landlocked nation.

Man admits to stalking and killing ex-girlfriend in Ibaraki

Takumi Ouchi admitted to stalking and murdering Haruka Komatsumoto, his ex-girlfriend, after denying the charges during the initial probe.

Rate increase baked in, attention turns to BOJ’s outlook and mood

The central bank's policy board meets this week and will almost certainly take the uncollateralized overnight call rate to 1.25%.