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Stepping up screening for cervical cancer in India: Every woman’s right

India is home to over 500 million women and girls who are at risk of cervical cancer. More than 120,000 women are diagnosed with the disease each year across India, with 8,000 of these cases reported in my state of Maharashtra. Around 77,000 women die from the disease annually in…

The Times of India

Stock market today: Asian shares retreat after a lackluster day on Wall St, but Tokyo jumps 2%

Asian shares have retreated after a lackluster session on Wall Street, though Tokyo broke ranks, gaining more than 2% as a weaker yen lifted stock prices for export manufacturers like Sony and Kyocera

The Independent UK

Which teams are favourites to win the AFC Asian Cup 2023?

Al Jazeera takes a look at the top five favourites to lift the AFC Asian Cup crown in Qatar.

Al Jazeera

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Asian Markets Drop Again As Traders Prepare For CPI, Earnings

Asian markets on Wednesday resumed the losses that have characterised the year so far, following a tepid lead from Wall Street as traders prepare for the release of key inflation data and start of earnings season.

International Business Times

The 1st Americans may have arrived by a sea ice 'highway'

During the last ice age, the first people to reach the Americas may have traveled from Asia along a sea ice "highway."

LiveScience

The 10 players to watch at the AFC Asian Cup 2023 in Qatar

From South Korean and Japanese stars to local heroes, these are the players expected to light up the tournament.

Al Jazeera

Asian Markets Enjoy Healthy Bounce After Wall St Rally

Asian markets enjoyed a much-needed bounce Tuesday after a dour start to the year, with traders tracking a rally on Wall Street fuelled by bargain-buying and a surge into sold-off tech giants.

International Business Times

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Here's How to Profit From Renewed Supply Chain Woes

Wall Street analysts have largely declared victory over COVID-related supply chain bottlenecks, but geopolitical conflicts and climate change have created new chokepoints for international trade in the Suez and Panama Canals. Here's how investors can profit from more upside in the major shipping companies this year.

Barchart

4 things to know about Taiwan's 'crucial' election — and where the U.S. fits in

Analysts say the presidential election will be "crucial" for the future of the Asian island and its relationships with both the United States and China.

WEKU

Taiwan's Elections and Economic Reports Take Center Stage in Asia

Get a creative view on the Asian markets with a focus on regional economic reports and the upcoming Taiwan elections. Stay informed and stay ahead!

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Coach Igor Stimac optimistic about Indian football's awakening, cautions against high expectations at Asian Cup

NEW DELHI: Igor Stimac, the outspoken coach of the Indian football team, expressed confidence in the progress of Indian football, stating that it is "definitely out of its slumber." However, he cautioned against setting lofty expectations as India gears up for the Asian Cup in Qatar starting this Friday.

The Times of India

"Its like a mini World Cup": Winger Nikhil Poojary excited to represent India in AFC Asian Cup debut

Nikhil Poojary is excited to play his maiden Asian Football Confederation (AFC) Asian Cup, saying that the tournament is like a “mini World Cup” for him.

The Hindu

Snookered by China? Masters tournament owner plots Asia expansion

World Snooker and PDC World Darts owner Matchroom weighs up India and south-east Asia amid feared overreliance on China

The Guardian - UK

Global Maritime Trade Sails Into Geopolitical Storm

International maritime trade has hit stormy waters as attacks by Yemen's Huthi rebels on ships in the Red Sea has reduced the availability of ships, causing freight rates to surge.

International Business Times

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GAIL signs deal with Vitol for LNG

GAIL and Vitol Asia sign 10-year LNG deal for 1 million metric tonne/annum in India.

The Times of India

Gautam Adani’s rollercoaster ride: From Hindenburg’s hit to historic comeback

In late January 2023, Hindenburg Research, a US-based short-selling firm, caused a stir in the financial world with its report targeting Gautam Adani, who was then Asia's wealthiest individual. The report accused Adani Group, the apples to airport conglomerate, of "brazen stock manipulation and accounting fraud scheme over the course…

The Times of India

Gautam Adani overtakes Mukesh Ambani, reclaims Asia’s richest person spot

After a roller-coaster ride on the wealth rankings last year, Gautam Adani is back to being Asia’s wealthiest person days after India’s top court said no new probes were needed into Hindenburg Research’s bombshell allegations against the tycoon’s conglomerate.

The Independent UK

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Al Jazeera

Asia’s business heirs look beyond profits, hoping to escape parents’ shadow

Second- and third-generation family businesses say sustainable investments are a priority like never before.

AAP

UN tips slow and steady inflation progress in Australia

The United Nations says the world economy is in for another tough year, with Australia and other developed economies in Asia facing strong headwinds.

FourFourTwo

Revealed! EVERY Premier League player set to leave for AFCON and the Asian Cup

Several Premier League stars are set to represent their countries in Africa and Asia

The Independent UK

California restaurant's comeback shows how outdated, false Asian stereotype of dog-eating persists

A Thai restaurant in Fresno, California, is back in operation after being wrongfully accused of abusing a dog to turn it into meat

International Business Times

Asian Markets Extend New Year Retreat After Fed Minutes

Asian markets continued their disappointing start to the year Thursday, tracking another loss on Wall Street after minutes from the Federal Reserve's December meeting dampened hopes for an early interest rate cut.

The Guardian - UK

What is the Red Sea crisis, and what does it mean for global trade?

Attacks by Houthi rebels along the trade route have led to firms pausing shipments, raising the possibility of a shock to the world economy

The Guardian - UK

Human activity is powering ‘a new industrial revolution’ at sea, say experts

Researchers using AI and satellite imagery find 75% of industrial fishing is not being publicly tracked, while wind turbines now outnumber oil platforms

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