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Asia covers news and developments across the world's largest and most populous continent, where billion-dollar industries, geopolitical tensions and technological innovation shape global markets and international relations. The region encompasses many of the world's fastest-growing economies and most influential technology sectors, making Asian affairs consequential for businesses, policymakers and consumers worldwide.

Stories from across Asia reflect the region's complexity: from energy markets and trade relations to corporate accountability, data security and competition in emerging industries like electric vehicles. Whether driven by government policy, corporate behaviour or market forces, developments in Asia often ripple through global supply chains, financial markets and international diplomacy, making regional news essential context for understanding world affairs.

The Sunday Papers

July 19, 2026

Sundays are for realising that there’s a car in Japan’s Super GT racing series this year which is sponsored by horse girl game Umamusume Pretty Derby. Here it is. It’s been racing in the GT300 category against, among other cars, a Mercedes sponsored by Hatsune Miku. I’m not sure I like them as much as…
MAIL ON SUNDAY COMMENT: The voters demand an election, Mr Burnham – so let them have one

July 18, 2026

This is a Mail on Sunday editorial arguing that Andy Burnham, who appears set to take over as Prime Minister from Keir Starmer without a General Election, should call one and let voters decide rather than assuming the leadership handover alone confers a mandate. The piece reflects wider turmoil within Labour, with the paper’s own…
‘Damning’ China evidence buried in Trump election files… and the secret emails showing how officials fought to bury it, revealed by former CIA agent

July 18, 2026

A former CIA agent has reportedly come forward with claims that “damning” evidence relating to China was buried within files connected to a Trump election matter, alongside internal emails allegedly showing officials worked to suppress it. The allegation, if substantiated, would raise serious questions about transparency within US institutions and whether sensitive intelligence concerning China…
BAFTA Student Award Winners Include Young Filmmakers From Spain, France, China and America

July 18, 2026

BAFTA has announced the winners of its 22nd annual Student Awards, honouring emerging filmmakers from universities around the world across film, games and immersive storytelling. The winners were revealed at a ceremony in Los Angeles, hosted by Elle Osili-Wood, with presenters including Asif Ali, Wil Wheaton and Gina Kim, underlining the awards’ role in spotlighting…
Watch Jonathan Davis and X Japan’s Yoshiki perform orchestra-backed version of Korn classic Freak On A Leash

July 18, 2026

Korn frontman Jonathan Davis made a surprise appearance alongside X Japan’s Yoshiki during a concert in Los Angeles, joining him for an orchestra-backed rendition of Korn’s nu metal classic “Freak On A Leash”. The performance formed part of the first of Yoshiki’s two-night stand at the Walt Disney Concert Hall, marking a notable crossover between…
Caitlin Clark set to debut new colorway for Nike signature shoe Saturday against New York Liberty

July 18, 2026

Caitlin Clark is set to unveil a new colourway of her Nike signature basketball shoe during the Indiana Fever’s game against the New York Liberty on Saturday. The launch continues Nike’s rollout of Clark’s signature line, reflecting her growing commercial profile as one of the WNBA’s most marketable stars and a driver of increased league…
READ THE DOCUMENTS: White House releases election integrity files after Trump speech

July 18, 2026

The White House released four batches of election-integrity documents, including files on voting-system vulnerabilities, China’s alleged acquisition of voter data, and more.
Indiana coach Curt Cignetti becomes unstoppable thanks to latest development on recruiting trail

July 18, 2026

Indiana Hoosiers head coach Curt Cignetti is being tipped for continued success as college football pundit Joel Klatt places Indiana in his early top 10 rankings for the 2026 season. The recognition follows Cignetti’s remarkable turnaround of the programme, which culminated in a national championship win, and reflects growing confidence that Indiana can sustain its…
Kartik Aaryan, Mammootty, Yami Gautam Take Top Acting Honors as ‘Article 370’ Wins Best Feature at India’s National Film Awards

July 18, 2026

“Article 370”, starring Yami Gautam, has won best feature film at India’s 72nd National Film Awards, announced in New Delhi by the country’s Ministry of Information and Broadcasting. Gautam also claimed best actress for her role in the political drama, which centres on the abrogation of Article 370 in Jammu and Kashmir and was produced…
Here Are Japan’s Best-Selling Switch 1 & 2 eShop Games For The First Half Of 2026

July 18, 2026

Pokémon, Mario Kart and more top the list. We’ve just passed the halfway mark of 2026, and Nintendo has now shared its best-selling eShop games for the Switch 1 & 2 in Japan. Read the full article on nintendolife.com