Briefing: England latest: Bellingham won't be risked against Japan
Strategic angle: Jude Bellingham will not be included in the squad for the upcoming match against Japan to ensure his fitness.
Editorial Staff Mar 31
Asia Pacific
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Briefing: Social media firms must better enforce Australia under-16 ban, watchdog says
Strategic angle: Regulator eSafety expresses concerns over compliance by major platforms.
Editorial Staff Mar 30
Briefing: Shanahan: No 'benefit' for Niners in Aussie trip
Strategic angle: Kyle Shanahan isn't thrilled that the 49ers will open the 2026 season with a trip to Australia.
Editorial Staff Mar 30
Briefing: China suppliers warn of higher prices for Americans due to Strait of Hormuz closure
Strategic angle: The Iran war has stalled shipments of oil and its products through the Strait of Hormuz, raising concerns among Chinese manufacturers about supply chain disruptions.
Editorial Staff Mar 30
Briefing: Taiwan small businesses expect stronger growth in 2026, finds survey
Strategic angle: A recent survey indicates optimism among Taiwan's small businesses for the year 2026.
Editorial Staff Mar 30
Briefing: A blueprint for Chinese global leadership
Strategic angle: With the US destroying its own credibility, the opportunity is Beijing’s for the taking
Editorial Staff Mar 30
Briefing: Tropical volcanic eruptions trigger atmospheric changes that drive droughts in Asia
Strategic angle: Research reveals how volcanic activity impacts weather patterns, leading to significant drought conditions.
Editorial Staff Mar 30
Briefing: DEME Announces Seabed Mineral Mining Tests with Japanese Partner
Strategic angle: The Belgian company DEME is set to conduct seabed mineral mining tests in collaboration with a Japanese partner.
Editorial Staff Mar 30
Briefing: A decade in the making: Will Eurovision Asia take place in 2026?
Strategic angle: Eurovision Asia was first announced in 2016. Ten years later, a website popped up, seemingly confirming that the contest will be held in Bangkok in November.
Editorial Staff Mar 30
Briefing: Taiwan opposition leader accepts Xi's invite to visit China
Strategic angle: Cheng Li-wun's visit to China, expected to take place in April, marks a significant moment for Taiwan's main opposition party.
Editorial Staff Mar 30
Briefing: Yen strengthens after Japan official warns of ‘decisive action’
Strategic angle: Traders have also speculated that government may intervene in crude oil markets.
Editorial Staff Mar 30
Briefing: China cracks down on ‘bone ash’ burials in empty apartments
Strategic angle: Younger tenants do not mind dead neighbours if it drives down rents in a building
Editorial Staff Mar 30
Briefing: South Korea stocks fall 5%, leading regional declines as Middle East war enters fifth week
Strategic angle: Asia-Pacific markets fell Monday as the Middle East war enters its fifth week.
Editorial Staff Mar 30
Briefing: Five things to know about rare earth elements
Strategic angle: Understanding the significance of rare earth elements in today's economy.
Editorial Staff Mar 29
Briefing: Your Honda HR-V Can Finally Pull Off The Full Mugen Look
Strategic angle: The Japanese tuner offers plenty of options for the ZR-V in Japan, although power upgrades remain off the table.
Editorial Staff Mar 29
Briefing: ILEA Chief Praises China's Role in Nuclear Energy Development
Strategic angle: New trends and opportunities in nuclear energy highlighted by ILEA leadership.
Editorial Staff Mar 29
Briefing: Subaru Still Builds A Manual 4WD Truck, But You Can’t Have It
Strategic angle: Subaru updates its Sambar kei truck with smarter collision detection and an optional 9-inch screen, starting from just $6,800 in Japan.
Editorial Staff Mar 28
Briefing: These Harley-Davidsons Are The Brand's Most Affordable Bikes
Strategic angle: Competition with cheap Chinese bikes is heating up, and Harley-Davidson is getting ready to join that fray. Meanwhile, here are the least expensive Harleys.
Editorial Staff Mar 28
Briefing: UK and Singapore press ahead with digital deal as WTO remains deadlocked
Strategic angle: Ministers are struggling to thrash out reforms at the global body that has been buffeted by Trump’s tariffs.
Editorial Staff Mar 28
Briefing: Manila, Beijing Resume Talks on South China Sea, Energy Security
Strategic angle: Discussions between Manila and Beijing focus on critical issues in the South China Sea and energy security.
Editorial Staff Mar 28