Yvette Tan
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News editor at the BBC, covering all things Asia
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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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.
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October 10, 2025 at 7:52 AM
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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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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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.
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August 29, 2025 at 10:53 AM
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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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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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.
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August 1, 2025 at 4:08 AM
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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For many in Fukushima, the warning is likely to bring back memories of one of the worst nuclear disasters the world has ever seen.
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.
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July 30, 2025 at 3:51 PM
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 has won South Korea’s presidency - but now comes his biggest challenge - uniting a deeply polarised country.
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.
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June 3, 2025 at 6:57 PM
Lee has won South Korea’s presidency - but now comes his biggest challenge - uniting a deeply polarised country.
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 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.
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June 3, 2025 at 12:43 PM
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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A snap presidential election has exposed South Korea’s stark gender divide.
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.
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June 1, 2025 at 2:22 PM
A snap presidential election has exposed South Korea’s stark gender divide.
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...
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.
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May 3, 2025 at 6:19 AM
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...
With a deadline looming as Trump threatens to introduce additional tariffs on China - the question on everyone’s mind is - who will blink first?
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.
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April 8, 2025 at 3:53 PM
With a deadline looming as Trump threatens to introduce additional tariffs on China - the question on everyone’s mind is - who will blink first?
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...
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.
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April 4, 2025 at 1:54 AM
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...
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 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.
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March 29, 2025 at 5:19 AM
The death toll of yesterday's 7.7 magnitude earthquake in Myanmar has now jumped to more than 1,000
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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 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.
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March 29, 2025 at 1:52 AM
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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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.
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.
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March 28, 2025 at 1:19 PM
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.
Story of the week: Police in Japan have arrested a woman for squashing a bun in a convenience shop.
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.
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February 14, 2025 at 12:28 PM
Story of the week: Police in Japan have arrested a woman for squashing a bun in a convenience shop.
With just over a month to go before tariffs kick in, here’s how some countries have responded:
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.
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February 11, 2025 at 11:07 AM
With just over a month to go before tariffs kick in, here’s how some countries have responded:
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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.
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February 11, 2025 at 11:01 AM
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A Hamas official has described Trump's remarks about taking over the Gaza Strip as "ridiculous" and "absurd".
Trump says he wants US to 'take over' Gaza and resettle Palestinians - live updates
Donald Trump says the US could turn Gaza into
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February 5, 2025 at 5:58 AM
A Hamas official has described Trump's remarks about taking over the Gaza Strip as "ridiculous" and "absurd".
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.
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.
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January 23, 2025 at 8:31 AM
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.
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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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.
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January 20, 2025 at 5:33 AM
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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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".
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.
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January 17, 2025 at 4:44 AM
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".
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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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.
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January 3, 2025 at 4:50 AM
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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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.
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.
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.
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December 27, 2024 at 11:43 AM
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.
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 has voted to impeach its acting president Han Duck-soo, two weeks after parliament voted to impeach its President Yoon Suk Yeol.
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.
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December 27, 2024 at 8:11 AM
South Korea has voted to impeach its acting president Han Duck-soo, two weeks after parliament voted to impeach its President Yoon Suk Yeol.
China’s ‘magic weapon’ - a trusted arm of the Communist Party - is again caught in a spying scandal. What do we know about it?
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?
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December 19, 2024 at 3:47 AM
China’s ‘magic weapon’ - a trusted arm of the Communist Party - is again caught in a spying scandal. What do we know about it?
"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.
Rescuers race to find Vanuatu earthquake survivors
One witness recounted how he and his wife "sprinted" out of a building when the earthquake struck.
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December 18, 2024 at 8:18 AM
"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.