
News: World & Southeast Asia

BBC apologises for ‘involuntary’ Tourette’s racial slur during Bafta awards
The broadcaster says it was an 'involuntary' verbal tic by a Tourette's sufferer who inspired a winning film.
World

Four matches postponed after Mexican cartel leader’s death sparks violence

Drones disrupt 50 Vietnam flights during Lunar New Year
Antonio Guterres warns human rights are under full-scale attack around the world, with the most powerful often leading the charge.
Hungary vowed to block the Russia sanctions unless Ukraine reopens a key oil pipeline.
Out of 44 passengers, 19 were killed and 25 are receiving treatment, according to a police officer.
The Green Party or right-wing Reform UK could rupture decades of political tradition in an election later this month.
Southeast Asia

ICC to begin pre-trial hearing for Philippines’ Duterte

Boat collision in Vietnam kills 6
The UN condemned the alleged heinous crimes committed as a tactic of war, political repression, and to punish and terrorise citizens.
Senator Risa Hontiveros called for deepening defence relationships and continuous pushback against China’s claims in the South China Sea.
US President Donald Trump will impose a new 10% duty on imports from all countries starting Tuesday, initially for 150 days.

Deadly virus outbreak kills 72 tigers in Thailand park
Tests revealed a highly infectious canine distemper virus and respiratory bacteria, which were difficult to detect early.









