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Trump tariffs: What’s the latest on the trade war?
New York Times: Canada, Brazil, and copper are Donald Trump's latest targets.
Latest from Asia
Stories and analysis from The Northern Express Herald.
North Korean detained after crossing land border
North Koreans are typically screened by Seoul’s intelligence agency on arrival.
Why there's little love for lovebugs in South Korea
The non-native insects have no natural predators and have grown in numbers over the years.
Japan's H2A rocket retires after 50 launches, faces commercial hurdles
It launched more than 70 satellites, mainly for Japan’s Government.
Live octopus and martial arts classes: What South Korea is really like
The destination is like no other place on Earth.
Scientists retrace 30,000-year-old sea voyage, in a hollowed-out log
New York Times: A 45-hour journey took the team from eastern Taiwan to Yonaguni Island.
Bombing of Iran may teach unwelcome lessons on nuclear weapons
NYT analysis: One conclusion might be a bomb is the only protection in a dangerous world.
Why rice is poised to survive better in a warming world
Study suggests farmers will need to be more innovative to keep up with climate impacts.
Manga prophecy sparks flight cancellations to Japan amid quake fears
Flight sales from key Asian markets to Japan have declined due to the manga.
Milestone move: Taiwan's submarine programme advances amid challenges
The 80m submarine features US combat systems and torpedoes.
Vietjet orders 100 Airbus A321neo planes
The Vietnam deal includes an option to buy 50 more jets later.
US to declare seven pangolin species endangered to combat trafficking
Pangolins are the most trafficked mammals, hunted for their scales and meat.
Where are the world’s best cruises? We asked a seasoned cruiser
According to this expert, these five cruises explore the world’s best destinations.
Vietnam lawmakers abolish district-level government
They merged provinces, cutting nearly 80,000 jobs.
Rust removal sparks explosion at US base in Okinawa
The explosion occurred while SDF members were assessing unexploded bombs.
Why Vietnam's two-child policy change may not boost birth rate
High living costs in big cities deter many from having more children.
Mongolian PM resigns after losing confidence vote
Protests in Ulaanbaatar erupted over alleged corruption and economic concerns.
'A wake-up call': US warns of China's military ambitions in Asia
The US is calling on allies to upgrade defences amid China's military pressure in Asia.
Cyber crime crackdown: 15 foreign nationals jailed in Nigeria
They include 11 Filipinos, two Chinese, one Malaysian, and one Indonesian.
US to revoke visas for Chinese students linked to Communist Party
New visa scrutiny targets applicants from China and Hong Kong.
New 12-level $290m University of Auckland student block planned
Singaporeans involved in the new deal, Precinct to sell 80% of the development when done.
Watch: Kiwi paraglider's 200km flight over India goes viral
Benjamin Kellett soared over the Indian Himalayas for 6.5 hours, gaining viral attention.
Global conflicts reach highest level since WWII, data reveals
Conflicts in Europe, mainly Ukraine, account for 33% of global conflict deaths.
Singapore Airlines adds seats, boosts freight capacity to Christchurch
Weekly flights between Christchurch and Singapore will increase to 11.
Rising tensions: Chinese arms in spotlight after Pakistan-India clash
Pakistan claims Chinese jets downed six Indian aircraft, including French-made Rafales.
'Like a nightmare': Experts fear measles outbreak amid low vaccination rates
Aucklanders are urged to check for measles exposure after a new case emerged.
'90-day pause': US and China to scale back tariffs
The US and China will cut tariffs for 90 days.
Have you made one of these faux pas in Japan?
Two Japanese etiquette experts reveal the most common mistakes.