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Ringgit, rupiah lead losses in Asia FX, tracking softer US dollar; stocks mixed

Most Asian currencies were under pressure on Wednesday, led by a decline in the Malaysian ringgit and Indonesian rupiah, as they tracked a softer dollar ahead of a closely watched U.S. payrolls report and prospects for trade deals ahead of a July 9 …

BIG Update On Asia Cup 2025! India Vs Pakistan Match Might Be Played On THIS Date – Know Full Details

The hosting rights for the Asia Cup 2025 lie with India, but there’s still no official clarity on when exactly the tournament will kick off. Due to ongoing political tension between India and Pakistan, the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) has yet to release the …

Pakistan players make strong starts in Asian junior squash

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan players made an impressive start to their campaign at the Asian Junior Individual Squash Championships 2025, securing victories in seven out of nine matches on the opening day of the tournament in Gimcheon, South Korea, on Tuesday. …

Asian markets mixed as Wall Street momentum stalls, Tesla drops

Asian shares were mixed on Wednesday, mirroring Wall Street’s lacklustre performance as tech-sector losses, including Tesla’s sharp fall, slowed the market’s recent rally. U.S. futures inched higher, and oil prices saw little movement. In Tokyo, the Nikkei …

Northeast Asia sends the most jet fuel to Europe in nearly a year in June

By Trixie Yap SINGAPORE (Reuters) -Traders shipped the most jet fuel from Northeast Asia to Europe in almost a year in June as lower freight rates and ample Asian supplies spurred exports, according to shiptrackers and three trade sources, amid fears of a …

Asian markets mixed as trade deal cut-off looms

IN FOCUS: Should Southeast Asian countries ramp up defence spending?

Both Singapore's Defence Minister Chan Chun Sing and Foreign Minister Vivian Balakrishnan have described the country's approach to geopolitical rivalries as not taking sides, but upholding principles such as a global order underpinned by law and …

Commentary: As tariff deadline looms, can Southeast Asia strike a deal with the US?

Washington imposed a baseline 10 per cent tariffs on all countries and territories, including Singapore, which buys more from the US than it sells. This will undoubtedly affect but not derail the local economy. But for some – particularly Cambodia (49 per …

Commentary: Southeast Asia can help manage growing risks of conflict in Taiwan Strait

Based on past government experience and ongoing exchanges with currently serving officials, a few factors may have motivated Hegseth’s warning. First, Hegseth’s job, as he defined it, is to “re-establish deterrence”. Part of this effort requires orienting …

‘Not Fiji’: Fijian Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka rejects proposed Chinese military base in Pacific

Fijian Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka said he would not back China erecting a military base in the Pacific, stating that they “do not need a base outside China to be able to launch what they have into any other area of the world”. Speaking to reporters at …

Nepal take on Sri Lanka in AFC Women’s Asian Cup Qualifiers today

Nepali women celebrate after scoring a goal. (File photo) KATHMANDU: Nepal will take on Sri Lanka in their second match of the AFC Women’s Asian Cup Qualifiers today. The game is scheduled to kick off at 6:15 PM Nepali time. Nepal is placed in Group ‘F’ …

Alibaba Cloud Expands in Southeast Asia with New Data Centers

BEIJING, China – Alibaba Cloud, the cloud computing division of Alibaba Group, announced on Tuesday the opening of its third data center in Malaysia and plans for a second data center in the Philippines by October. This expansion aims to enhance Alibaba …

Pacific News: June 26, 2025

On Pacific News: US Army Soldiers with the 65th Engineer Battalion and 390th Military Police Battalion participated in training with the Mongolian Armed Forces in Mongolia; Tennessee Air National Guard's 134th Mission Support Group arrived in Japan for …

Asian Paints Under CCI Scanner, Shares Slip After Probe Order On Unfair Practices

Shares of Asian Paints fell by almost 2 percent in morning trading on Wednesday. | Key Highlights: Asian Paints shares fell by nearly 2 percent after CCI investigation announcement. Grasim Industries accused the company of unfair business practices. CCI …

The new faces of fusion cuisine: Asian chefs redrawing culinary boundaries

Perhaps what defines 21st-century Asian fusion most isn’t geographical location, but the chef’s identity. Many of today’s culinary voices are third-culture kids, growing up between continents, cultures and languages. For example, Iron Chef and Top Chef …

West Asia News Live: US intelligence indicates Iran prepared naval mines for Strait of Hormuz

UN says Iran's humanitarian aid budget will need to double amid crisis The United Nations has determined that the humanitarian aid budget for Iran will need to be doubled to manage a severe and ongoing crisis, Asharq Al-Awsat says in a report. This …

World News | President Has Very Good Relationship with PM Modi: White House on India's Importance in Asia-Pacific

By Reena Bhardwaj Washington DC [US], July 1 (ANI): White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt praised India's role as a strategic ally in the Indo-Pacific region during a press briefing on Monday (US local time). She also highlighted the strong …

Jaishankar again disputes Trump’s ‘South Asia’ ceasefire claim

<p>WASHINGTON: Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, currently in Washington to participate in a Quad meeting, has again publicly challenged US President Donald Trump’s assertions that he brokered a <a href="https://www.dawn …

China's military bases 'not welcome' in the Pacific, Fiji PM says

Fiji's Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka has delivered a blow to China's security ambitions in the Pacific, declaring his country would "not welcome" any Chinese military bases in the region. But Mr Rabuka has also stressed he doesn't …

TravelingWiki Foundation Expands to All of So. CA and Dallas Areas, Incl LAX, SNA, BUR, LGB, ONT, PSP, SAN, DFW and DAL.

TravelingWiki Now Offers Free Resources in English, Spanish, French, German, Mandarin, Japanese, Hebrew, Arabic, Portuguese, Hindi, Twi, Vietnamese & Russian. DALLAS, TX, UNITED STATES, July 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- TravelingWiki …

Dr. Christopher Khoury of NextGen United Champions Sports Foundation Recently Featured on Close Up Radio

FRISCO, TX, UNITED STATES, July 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Christopher Khoury, PhD, a passionate educator, accomplished diagnostician, and co-founder of the NextGen United Champions Sports Foundation (alongside former NFL player, Josh Stewart …

The Ocean Race Europe will showcase an innovative new race tracker developed with PredictWind

The Ocean Race, with PredictWind as Official Tracking and Weather Services Supplier, is set to revolutionise race coverage AUCKLAND, NEW ZEALAND, July 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Ocean Race, often described as the toughest test of a team …

Stimulation of the immune system improves virus treatment in animal models of the most aggressive childhood brain tumor

The intratumoral administration of Delta-24-RGD virus and activation of dendritic cells open a therapeutic avenue for patients with diffuse midline glioma SPAIN, July 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Diffuse midline glioma (DMG) is a highly …

PitPat Launches July Week 1 Open Trials Men’s 10km Race, Reigniting Global Runners’ Passion for Virtual Competition

HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, July 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As the world’s leading online competition platform, PitPat has always been dedicated to using technology to break the traditional boundaries of exercise—empowering runners, cyclists, …

HOPE ON DECK: Bass, Beats & Boards Collide in Suicide Prevention Benefit

"Bass-driven benefit event features EDM artists, pro skate demos, and mental health activism to support suicide prevention nonprofit SAVE" MINNEAPOLIS, MN, UNITED STATES, July 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- What happens when pulsing …

Former England Rugby International Simon Halliday Joins MAS Group as Key Partnerships Adviser

MAS Group today welcomes Simon Halliday as Key Partnerships Adviser. He will drive strategic alliances across: MAS Markets, MAS Digital and MAS Fund. LONDON, LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, July 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- MAS Group today welcomes …

NOKINS Elevates Golf Cart Seat Cover Excellence Through Integrated Design & Manufacturing

RIVIERA BEACH, FL, UNITED STATES, July 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As a trusted name in the golf cart accessory industry, NOKINS combines 15 years of manufacturing expertise with 7 years of global brand leadership to deliver premium seat covers …

Hip-Hop-Einfluss auf die neuen Kollektionen von Martin Valen

Martin Valens neue Kollektion vereint Streetwear mit Hip-Hop – flexible Schnitte, starke Styles und Sneakers für Rhythmus und Ausdruck. HAMBURG, GERMANY, July 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Martin Valen ist im letzten Jahr der Hip-Hop-Kultur …

A' International Sporting Goods, Fitness and Recreation Equipment Design Awards Call for Entries

A’ Design Award & Competition Announces Call for Entries for A' International Sporting Goods, Fitness and Recreation Equipment Design Awards COMO, CO, ITALY, July 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Today, A' Design Award & Competition has …

Corporate Social Responsibility in Action: AndaSeat Joins Forces with U.S. School to Enhance Student Workspace

Corporate Social Responsibility in Action: AndaSeat Joins Forces with U.S. School to Enhance Student Workspace SPOKANE, WA, UNITED STATES, July 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- AndaSeat, a global manufacturer of ergonomic seating systems, has …

Vibe Adventures Enhances Travel Booking with Personalized Vacation Packaging Tool

Vibe Adventures launches a vacation packaging tool, enabling travelers to easily customize and book trips worldwide with flights, accommodations, and more. MEXICO CITY, MEXICO, July 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Vibe Adventures, an online travel …

Retirement Tax Consultants Launches In-Depth Roth Conversion Analysis to Help Retirees Avoid Unnecessary Taxes

Get an In-Depth Roth Analysis at a 30% Discount Through July 2025 MCKINNEY, TX, UNITED STATES, July 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- For individuals considering whether to convert their traditional IRAs, 401(k)s, or other tax-qualified retirement …

Football Is For The Fans Drops 5 Explosive Tribute Anthems to Honor New York Cosmos Legends — Sparking a Global Revival

Five bold new anthems reignite the New York Cosmos™ legacy, uniting global fans behind a football movement that refuses to be silenced. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, July 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Football Is For The Fans, the fan-led …

Bekah’s Watermelon Run Walk Roll Expands Nationwide in Her Memory

Bekah’s memory lives on through this 5K raising funds for kids with heart defects—join in-person or virtually this September. LITTLETON, CO, UNITED STATES, July 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On what would have been another joyful year of …

Animal Wellness Action Urges Americans to Protect Pets and Wildlife from the Stress and Harm of Fireworks

WASHINGTON , DC, UNITED STATES, July 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As Independence Day approaches, Animal Wellness Action is calling on Americans to recognize the risks fireworks pose to companion animals and wildlife—and to take simple but …

Free Off-Road Safety Tips to Encourage Fun, Responsible Recreation on Public Lands

Videos, web banners, guides available to address ATV, dirt bike, side-by-side safety IRVINE, CA, UNITED STATES, July 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As off-highway vehicle enthusiasts across the country begin their riding season in earnest, the …

50th Annual Lions Super Pull of the South Truck & Tractor Pull: Chapel Hill, TN July 18–19, 2025

Celebrate 50 years of horsepower and heritage at the Lions Super Pull of the South, July 18–19 in Chapel Hill, TN. Two nights of elite pulling action! CHAPEL HILL, TN, UNITED STATES, July 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Chapel Hill Lions Club …

TSS Pickleball Named Official Court Supplier for Pickleball Ontario Through 2026

OAKVILLE, ONTARIO, CANADA, July 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- TSS Pickleball, a division of Total Sport Solutions Inc., is proud to announce its new role as the Official Court Supplier of Pickleball Ontario. The multi-year partnership will see …

InspireMe.Fund: The Fast-Growing Crowdfunding Platform That Gets Results

From Olympic skiers to Paralympic hopefuls, families, and first responders—people across the U.S. and Canada are turning to InspireMe.Fund to fuel their goals. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, July 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- InspireMe.Fund: The Fast- …