Yvette Tan

Winter Olympics 2026: Why Eileen Guo and Alysa Liu have divided social media Eileen Guo and Alysa Liu have been thrust into a debate that goes far beyond sports.

An unusual battle is unfolding over the Winter Olympics in Milan - not on the slopes or in the rinks, but on the internet.

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Hong Kong court jails pro-democracy media tycoon Jimmy Lai for 20 years Lai was sentenced for offences under the city's controversial national security law.

Media tycoon and pro-democracy activist Jimmy Lai has been sentenced to 20 years in jail.

The children of the 78-year-old have said he will "die a martyr behind bars". Follow us for more reactions here: www.bbc.com/news/live/cq...

TikTok closes deal with White House to split US app from global business Trump had threatened to ban the app in the US if its Chinese owner had not divested its business in America.

TikTok has closed a deal with the White House to split its US app from its global business. Follow us here for the latest lines and updates:

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Paramotors: Myanmar army's lethal new weapon in civil war More than two dozen civilians were killed on Monday after a motorised army paraglider dropped bombs from above.

A celebration turned into horror as a motorised paraglider - known locally as a paramotor - flew overhead and dropped bombs onto a crowd in Myanmar.

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Ex-Thai PM accepts court verdict after being removed from office over leaked phone call - latest Paetongtarn Shinawatra’s dismissal is a major blow for Thailand’s most influential and polarising political dynasty.

Paetongtarn Shinawatra has been removed from office over a leaked phone call with Cambodian leader Hun Sen - but who might now replace her?

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Trump tariff updates: Canada tariff raised to 35% Sweeping new tariff rates were announced just hours before a deadline the administration had set for countries to strike trade deals.

A 35% tariff rate imposed on Canada has now kicked in - and the 1 August deadline to strike a deal with Washington has passed.

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Japan's Fukushima plant workers evacuate after tsunami warning Wednesday's tsunami warning is bringing back memories of one of the world's worst nuclear disasters.

For many in Fukushima, the warning is likely to bring back memories of one of the worst nuclear disasters the world has ever seen.

Lee Jae-myung wins South Korea presidency Lee Jae-myung was voted in exactly six months after his predecessor made a failed martial law bid.

Lee has won South Korea’s presidency - but now comes his biggest challenge - uniting a deeply polarised country.

South Korea election 2025 results: Exit polls project Lee Jae-myung to win The election follows six months of turmoil sparked by a failed martial law attempt and the impeachment of former leader Yoon Suk Yeol.

We’re here in South Korea where exit polls are projecting a win for opposition candidate Lee Jae-myung, in the country’s presidential race. Stay with us as we bring you the latest:

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South Korea elections: They helped oust a president. Now women say they are invisible again A snap presidential election has exposed South Korea's stark gender divide.

A snap presidential election has exposed South Korea’s stark gender divide.

Australia election 2025: Polls open as cost of living, housing top voters’ concerns Prime Minister Anthony Albanese of the left-leaning Labor Party seeks a second term as he faces conservative rival Peter Dutton.

All eyes are on Australia today as the country heads to the polls to choose its next prime minister. We'll be bringing you all the latest updates and results as they come - so follow us for more here www.bbc.com/news/live/ce...

China is not backing down from Trump's tariff war. What next? - BBC News The US-China trade war shows no signs of slowing down, leaving the world unsure of what to expect.

With a deadline looming as Trump threatens to introduce additional tariffs on China - the question on everyone’s mind is - who will blink first?

Yoon Suk Yeol: South Korea braces for ruling on president’s impeachment over martial law Tension is mounting in Seoul as the constitutional court is set to decide whether Yoon Suk Yeol will be removed.

It's a tense day in South Korea as the country's constitutional court is due to rule on the impeachment of President Yoon Suk Yeol in a matter of minutes. Follow us live here: www.bbc.com/news/live/c5...

Myanmar and Thailand earthquake live updates: Huge quake kills at least 1,000 in Myanmar, with many trapped as buildings collapse At least 1,000 people have died in Myanmar after the 7.7 magnitude earthquake, felt by Thailand and other neighbouring countries.

The death toll of yesterday's 7.7 magnitude earthquake in Myanmar has now jumped to more than 1,000

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Myanmar and Thailand earthquake live updates: Huge quake kills at least 144 in Myanmar, with many trapped as buildings collapse At least 144 people have died in Myanmar after the 7.7 magnitude earthquake, felt by Thailand and other neighbouring countries.

It's the day after a 7.7 magnitude earthquake hit Myanmar. Rescuers are still on the hunt for survivors, though their efforts will undoubtedly be hindered as power and phone lines are still down in some of Myanmar's largest cities.

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Myanmar: Major earthquake deals further blow to troubled country The quake comes at a time of ongoing civil war, food shortages and a declining economy.

After a four-year long civil war, a severe food crisis and an economy on the decline, Myanmar now finds itself devastated by a powerful earthquake.

Japan: Woman arrested for squashing bun in Lawson shop Police arrested her for "criminal damage" as the bun did not regain its shape and could not be sold.

Story of the week: Police in Japan have arrested a woman for squashing a bun in a convenience shop.

Trump tariffs: Retaliate or negotiate - what will US partners do next? US steel suppliers have just over a month to decide how to respond before the new tariffs take effect.

With just over a month to go before tariffs kick in, here’s how some countries have responded:

1Verse: How a North Korean went from begging to K-pop The first K-pop boy band with North Korean members aims to debut in the US later this year.

Hyun is set to debut in the US later this year as part of @1verse-official.bsky.social

Trump says he wants US to 'take over' Gaza and resettle Palestinians - live updates Donald Trump says the US could turn Gaza into

A Hamas official has described Trump's remarks about taking over the Gaza Strip as "ridiculous" and "absurd".

Couples wed in a riot of colour as Thailand legalises same-sex marriage It's a momentous day for Thailand, one of very few places in Asia to recognise marriage equality.

It's been a momentous day in Thailand, where hundreds of LGBTQ couples have already tied the knot as the country legalises same-sex marriages.

Gaza ceasefire latest: Israel says 90 Palestinian prisoners freed after Hamas releases three hostages in Gaza Emotional scenes are unfolding as Israeli hostages and Palestinian prisoners are reunited with their families.

Ninety Palestinian prisoners have been released as part of the first phase of a long-awaited ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas

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RedNote: Chinese users react to US 'TikTok refugees' Many Chinese users on RedNote say it is the first time they have been able to speak directly to Americans online.

A looming TikTok ban has connected Chinese and American citizens like never before, as they swap jokes and memes in what one user described as a "historic moment".

High drama in Seoul as investigators try to arrest South Korea president Yoon Suk Yeol Suspended South Korean president Yoon Suk Yeol is being investigated over a failed attempt to impose martial law last month.

South Korean investigators have now called off an attempt to arrest President Yoon, after hours of stand-off between them and his presidential security team.

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Why South Korea has been gripped by political instability The country is currently stuck in a political gridlock that will only be intensified by two recent impeachments.

It was a Tuesday night when - out of nowhere - South Korea's president Yoon Suk Yeol declared martial law.

The law was voted down just hours later - but it set in motion a string of events that have led to a state of political chaos in South Korea.

South Korea votes to impeach acting president Han Duck-soo Han took over the role after President Yoon was impeached by parliament two weeks ago.

South Korea has voted to impeach its acting president Han Duck-soo, two weeks after parliament voted to impeach its President Yoon Suk Yeol.

United Front Work: What does China's 'magic weapon' of influence do? The UFWD is a decades-old - and increasingly controversial - arm of China's Communist Party. What does it do?

China’s ‘magic weapon’ - a trusted arm of the Communist Party - is again caught in a spying scandal. What do we know about it?

Rescuers race to find Vanuatu earthquake survivors One witness recounted how he and his wife "sprinted" out of a building when the earthquake struck.

"If it had gone on another 10 seconds, I wouldn't be talking to you today", says a resident who was in Vanuatu when a 7.3m earthquake struck.

'I will fight to the end': S Korea's Yoon defends martial law order President Yoon Suk Yeol said that he declared martial law to protect the country's democracy.

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol has defended his decision to impose martial law and vowed to stay in office and "fight to the end".

Yoon Suk Yeol: South Korea police raid presidential office over martial law attempt Yoon Suk Yeol is also being investigated over insurrection charges and is set to face a second impeachment vote this weekend.

Police in South Korea are raiding the presidential office, following last week's attempt by President Yoon to impose martial law.

Seperately, the country's ex-defence minister who took responsibility for the declaration has attempted suicide in detention.

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