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WHO Says Global Rise in COVID Cases Is 'Tip of the Iceberg'

Figures showing a global rise in COVID-19 cases could herald a much bigger problem as some countries also report a drop in testing rates, the WHO said on Tuesday, warning nations to remain vigilant against the virus. After more than a month of decline, COVID cases started to increase around…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Gautam Adani adds $49 billion wealth in 2021, higher than Jeff Bezos, Elon Musk

NEW DELHI: Gautam Adani, India's and Asia's second-richest person, added $49 billion to his wealth last year - more than the net addition of wealth by the top three global billionaires Elon Musk, Jeff Bezos and Bernard Arnault, the 2022 M3M Hurun Global Rich List said on Wednesday.

The Times of India

2021 brought historic breakthroughs for Asians in America, but at an enormous cost

Asians in America find themselves in a state of duality — simultaneously more visible and more vulnerable.

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Pandemic sends 4.7m more people into ‘extreme poverty’ in SE Asia

MANILA: The pandemic added 4.7 million more people to Southeast Asia's most extreme poor in 2021, reversing gains made in fighting poverty, the Asian Development Bank (ADB) said on Wednesday, while urging governments to take steps to boost economic growth.

Bangkok Post

Our 2022 Welsh export champions with global reach

We feature 25 firm in Wales, from manufacturing to fintech, that are driving impressive export growth

Birmingham Post

Pandemic sends 4.7 million more people into extreme poverty in SE Asia - ADB

The pandemic added 4.7 million more people to Southeast Asia's most extreme poor in 2021, reversing gains made in fighting poverty, the Asian Development Bank (ADB) said on Wednesday, while urging governments to take steps to boost economic growth.

Reuters

Rules a boon for future of crypto

The hottest tech trends across Asia are undoubtedly crypto and non-fungible tokens (NFTs). Amidst it all, Thailand is making waves in the industry by increasing its support for homegrown crypto traders and investors in a bid to make the country more crypto-friendly.

Bangkok Post

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Astellas' Menopause Drug Suffers Setback After Failed Asian Trial

After acing a pair of phase 3 trials, Astellas Pharma Inc (OTC:ALPMF) has reported the failure of fezolinetant to beat placebo in a late-stage study of patients in Asia. The study randomized 302 women in China, Korea, and Taiwan. After 12 weeks, Astellas saw numerical improvements in the rate of hot flashes from baseline…

Benzinga

Cruise Saudi Appoints Lars Clasen as Chief Executive Officer

Cruise Saudi - a 100% Public Investment Fund-owned business - is pleased to announce the appointment of Lars Clasen as the company’s Chief Executive Officer. He is a global industry expert with 30+ years of experience in the shipping and cruise industries across Asia, Europe and North America. Fawaz Farooqui,…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Next-generation nuclear plants to be built around the world

Next-generation nuclear plants with enhanced safety features are scheduled to be built one after another in North America, Europe and Asia. These projects have been prompted by a reevaluation of nuclear plants, which do not emit greenhouse gases, amid the global trend of decarbonization.

The Japan News/Yomiuri

Oil tumbles back to $100; UK pay squeeze continues – as it happened

Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial news

The Guardian - UK

Asian shares fall as Russian forces pound Ukraine capital

Stocks have fallen in Asia and oil prices slid further as Russian forces pounded the Ukraine capital ahead of another round of talks between the two sides

The Independent UK

Invasive ant from Asia with quite a bite has now been found as far north as Evansville, Indiana

While other ants might bite, the Asian needle ant delivers a painful sting, says Timothy Gibb, a Purdue University entomologist.

Chicago Sun-Times

Apply for a chance to scale the Allalinhorn free of charge

Interested women from Southeast Asia are invited to join "Peak Challenge" which will see 60 women from around the globe climb the 4,027m Allalinhorn in Valais together in June.

Bangkok Post

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The Conversation

Can we raise livestock sustainably? A win-win solution for climate change, deforestation and biodiversity loss

We know that eating burgers and steaks can have a negative impact on the environment. Our food system accounts for a quarter of all greenhouse gas emissions, with livestock responsible for at least two-thirds of agricultural emissions in North America, Asia, Europe and Oceania.

Asharq Al-Awsat

Most Asian Markets Down as Traders Track Ukraine Invasion

Asian markets mostly fell Monday as traders track developments in the Ukraine war and diplomatic efforts to bring the crisis to an end, while this week's Federal Reserve meeting is in focus as it prepares to start lifting interest rates. Oil prices dropped, providing some respite after they soared to…

The Independent UK

Asian stocks mixed, oil falls as Russian attacks intensify

Stocks are mixed in Asia and oil prices have fallen as uncertainty over the war in Ukraine and persistently high inflation keep investors guessing about what lies ahead

Salon

Geopolitics and the Ukraine conflict

Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping have forged a new partnership in Eurasia. How will that shape the global future?

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Bangkok Post

How oil’s historic surge is impacting Asia stock markets

The historic surge in oil is reshaping the outlook for Asian equity and currency markets, as the specter of prolonged high prices exposes the vulnerability of energy-dependent countries.

Asharq Al-Awsat

Russia Seeks Indian Investment in its Oil and Gas Sector

Russia urged India to deepen its investments in the sanction-hit country's oil and gas sector, and is keen on expanding the sales networks of Russian companies in Asia's third-largest economy. Russia's economy faces its deepest crisis since the 1991 collapse of the Soviet Union, as the West imposes severe sanctions…

The Guardian - UK

Lessons from Asia’s outcasts: how isolation could hit Russian football

Russia has in the past been courted by Asia, but now it is set to get more than a taste of what Iran, North Korea and Myanmar have been dealing with

The Guardian - UK

Up to 10,000 Asian migrant workers die in the Gulf every year, claims report

Campaigners say not enough is being done to prevent loss of life and the causes of death are not being properly investigated

The Times of India

Joe Biden gets new friend in Asia to take on China, North Korea

SEOUL: Joe Biden may have a new friend in Asia, with South Korea’s presidential-elect preparing a foreign policy reboot that more closely aligns with the US president’s views of China.

The Independent UK

Asian shares sink as war, inflation hold sway on markets

Shares have fallen in Asia as uncertainty over the war in Ukraine and persistently high inflation keep their sway over markets

The Independent UK

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