China sanctions US-based Xinjiang monitor

Los Angeles-based Kharon reported on human rights abuses committed against Uighurs and other Muslim minorities.

Workers protest in Indonesia after blast at Chinese-funded nickel plant

Hundreds demand improved healthcare and safety standards after 18 people were killed at a nickel processing plant.

South Korea sanctions North Korean spy chief over illicit cyber activities

Pyongyang is thought to use the money stolen in cyber-heists to fund its illegal weapons programmes.

At least eight killed after severe storms batter eastern Australia

The dead include a nine-year-old child who was swept into a surging storm drain on the outskirts of Brisbane.

Mary Jane Veloso case unresolved as Jokowi prepares to leave office

The Filipina, whose supporters say is a victim of human trafficking, was sentenced to death in Indonesia in late 2010.

Why has cricketer Khawaja been barred from showing solidarity with Gaza?

Australian cricketer says ICC is showing ‘double standards’ about when players can display political images.

Will raising fuel and power bills make Malaysians go solar?

Malaysia’s climate minister says he’ll cut subsidies from the rich and help the poor to help better the environment.

Japan announces sanctions against three senior Hamas figures

Chief Cabinet Secretary Hayashi Yoshimasa says three individuals believed to have participated in October 7 attacks.

‘We cry for Palestine’: Indonesian homemakers mobilise support for ‘family’

They’re raising funds for Gaza, rallying against the war and educating young Indonesians about the conflict.

Malaysia’s MM2H changes draw cautious welcome, questions among ex-pats

Southeast Asian country’s revised residency scheme comes after 2021 revamp significantly tightened eligibility.

Tens of thousands affected as severe flooding hits Thailand’s south

Schools closed, roads and railways submerged and people forced onto their roofs amid torrential rain.

China looks for the diplomatic ‘sweet spot’ between panda and wolf

China’s pandas have returned home and its wolf warriors have fallen silent as Beijing shifts its diplomatic approach.

Rhetoric escalates in China-Philippines South China Sea dispute

Chinese state media warns the Philippines that ‘provocations’ in South China Sea are ‘extremely dangerous’.

ICC slammed for blocking Australian cricketer’s show of support for Gaza

Khawaja’s attempt to have message of support and peace sign on his boots was blocked by cricket’s world governing body.

‘Many more could die’: Urgent plea for Rohingya refugees trapped at sea

At least one passenger on a boat carrying 185 refugees has died, with dozens more in ‘critical condition’, warns UNHCR.

The top 10 moments that shaped cricket in 2023

From Australia winning women’s and men’s World Cups and everything in between, Al Jazeera looks at cricket in 2023.

China considers revising gaming rules after tech giants lose billions

Draft document outlining restrictions caused major stir as tech stocks tumbled, sent investors into a panic.

Taiwan spots Chinese warships, aircraft near island ahead of elections

Increased activity along Taiwan Strait comes ahead of January 13 polls.

Who wins the race for electric cars?

The global race for electric vehicles is at full speed and it is driving geopolitical rivalries.

Indonesian leader’s son brushes off ‘nepo baby’ tag in solid debate showing

Gibran Rakabuming Raka’s candidacy for the vice presidency has been dogged by accusations of nepotism and inexperience.