Three lions die in zoo as Japan battles extreme heatAutopsies show that the lions suffered from dehydration and multiple organ failure.3 hrs agoAsia

Youth protests have weakened Modi, Indian activist who went on hunger strike tells BBCThe Cockroach movement was one of the biggest public displays of dissent against India's prime minister in years.1 hr agoAsia

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Ex-leader Hasina gambles on return to Bangladesh despite death penaltyThe 78-year-old has been convicted of crimes against humanity over a deadly crackdown on a 2024 uprising.42 mins agoAsia

South Korea has hottest day on record amid extreme weather globally

Pakistan restricts international media reportingAnyone working for foreign media, including Pakistanis, will now need permission to report from anywhere outside three major cities.3 hrs agoAsia

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Two workers killed in blast after re-entering quake-hit Japan mall on boss' orderThe two women's employer has apologised for sending them back to Aeon Mall to secure cash.3 hrs agoAsia

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India's 'cockroach' protesters have wounds consistent with pellet-gun fire, say expertsBallistic experts say the dozens of tiny round punctures are tell-tale signs of pellet gun injuries.8 hrs agoAsia

Who is Nirmal Purja, the famed mountaineer missing in Broad Peak avalanche?The British-Nepali climber is one of the most recognised figures in mountaineering.3 hrs agoAsia

India wants to join the strawberry superpowersIndian strawberry farmers rely on varieties imported from the US and Europe, but that could change.8 hrs agoAsia

Nirmal Purja among 10 climbers feared missing after avalancheAn American, a Chinese national, an Omani and five Nepalis are said to be part of the group feared missing in Pakistan.3 hrs agoAsia

Millions opposed military rule in Myanmar. Is their dream of a revolution over?Opponents of the junta hoped a revolution would remake Myanmar - but these are disheartening times.1 hr agoAsia

'I won't stop fighting,' says 'cockroach' protester after alleged detentionMohammad Junaid has moved court alleging he was unlawfully detained by police due to his role in the protests.1 hr agoAsia

Japan earthquake death toll rises to 30 as evacuees battle sweltering heatThousands of people are staying in evacuation centres, struggling to keep cool as temperatures soar.1 hr agoAsia