Mahathir strengthens hand amid Malaysian political turmoil
Rival political factions competed to win favor with Mahathir Mohamad on Tuesday after he plunged Malaysia into political turmoil by resigning as prime minister, reinforcing the likelihood his shock move will strengthen his power.
Seven killed, around 150 injured in Indian protest violence – police official
At least seven people were killed and about 150 were injured in clashes on Monday in the Indian capital during protests over a new citizenship law, a police official told Reuters on Tuesday.
Taiwan passes $2 billion package to soften coronavirus hit to economy
Taiwan’s parliament approved a T$60 billion ($2 billion) package on Tuesday to help cushion the impact of the coronavirus outbreak on its export-reliant economy.
Hong Kong extends school suspension until April 20 to control spread of virus
Hong Kong has further extended the suspension of schools until at least April 20 to contain the spread of the coronavirus, authorities in the Asian financial hub said on Tuesday as cases of the disease surged outside China.
Japan urges telecommuting, staggered shifts to curb coronavirus
The Japanese government on Tuesday urged companies to recommend telecommuting and staggered shifts for workers in a bid to curb the spread of the new coronavirus.
Clashes break out on Greek island against migrant camp
Clashes broke out on the Greek island of Lesbos early on Tuesday between police and residents protesting the construction of a migrant detention centre, witnesses and police said.
After raucous welcome in India, Trump set for talks on trade, arms deals
After a rousing reception, U.S. President Donald Trump sits down with Indian leaders on Tuesday for talks on arms sales and festering trade disputes that have strained ties in recent months.
Indonesia’s capital hit by serious flooding for second time this year
Torrential rain brought floods to Indonesia’s capital on Tuesday, paralyzing large parts of the city as rescue workers used boats to navigate streets turned into murky, brown waterways to get people to safety.
Japan urges telecommuting, staggered shifts to curb coronavirus
The Japanese government on Tuesday urged companies to recommend telecommuting and staggered shifts for workers in a bid to curb the spread of the new coronavirus.
Soccer: Japan postpones Cup games due to coronavirus concerns
Japan’s J.League says it has postponed seven Levian Cup matches scheduled for Wednesday due to concerns about the coronavirus outbreak and is considering postponing all domestic soccer games through the first half of March.
