War and security
Two Filipino sailors killed in Iranian attack on Saudi tanker Sidr
Strait of Hormuz incident results in fatal casualties as Saudi Arabia condemns the strike
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Southeast Asia
Regional reporting associated with Southeast Asia.
General News
Indonesia arrests 72 over forest fires as haze spreads to Malaysia
Reported by India Today | Latest Stories and South China Morning Post. First detected August 23, 2026 at 13:50 UTC.
War and security
Fourteen killed in strike on Myanmar monastery
A bombing during a meditation retreat at a Yangon monastery left 14 people dead as the site was struck twice.
General News
Backlash after Thailand frees 85-year-old drug trafficker
Reported by IOL section feed for News and South China Morning Post. First detected August 18, 2026 at 07:20 UTC.
General News
1 Dead After Student Livestreams School Shooting in the Philippines
Reported by NYT > World News and India Today | Latest Stories. First detected August 18, 2026 at 05:02 UTC.
Climate
Indonesia Earthquake Leaves Thousands Homeless as Rescue Efforts Continue
A 7.7‑magnitude quake killed dozens, injured hundreds, damaged over 900 buildings and displaced nearly 13,000 people. Rescue operations and hospital treatment are still ongoing.
Climate
Major earthquake strikes Indonesia early Saturday, killing 53 people
Thousands displaced in the devastating quake
General News
Myanmar's leader heads to Russia for talks with Putin
Reported by PerthNow and India Today | Latest Stories. First detected August 17, 2026 at 07:40 UTC.
Climate
7.7‑Magnitude Earthquake Hits Eastern Indonesia, Killing at Least 47
The powerful quake triggers widespread destruction, landslides, and hundreds of aftershocks, with rescue teams struggling to reach remote villages.
Climate
Indonesia earthquake 2026 kills 47, officials launch rapid assessment
A devastating quake flattened hundreds of buildings and claimed 47 lives; authorities are evaluating damage and coordinating aid.
General News
French father and two children rescued after drifting 16 hours off Thai island of Koh Samui
A French family survived 16 hours adrift when their jet ski capsized near Koh Samui and was rescued by local authorities.