South Korean spy agency detects 'active movement' in North Korea's missile facility
Seoul's top intelligence agency hints the hermit kingdom of North Korea could carry out either a nuclear test or a missile launch.
Donald Trump wants death penalty for New York truck attacker Sayfullo Saipov
The US president wrote on Twitter in all caps that Sayfullo Saipov "SHOULD GET DEATH PENALTY" after calling the American criminal justice system "a joke and a laughing stock".
North Korea blasts 'nuclear war maniac' Trump ahead of his Asia trip
The US president is set to begin his 12-day Asia tour from Japan on Sunday, 5 November. He will be visiting nations such as South Korea, China, Vietnam and the Philippines.
New York terror suspect Sayfullo Saipov was an Uber driver
The ride-hailing service confirmed that the truck attacker drove for Uber and said it was cooperating with federal authorities in the investigation.
Islamic State claims responsibility for deadly bomb blast in Afghan diplomatic enclave
Underage suicide bomber suspected to have carried out the explosion inside Kabul's Green Zone, which houses several diplomatic missions and state buildings.
Putin says someone powerful is collecting bio samples of different Russian ethnic groups 'purposefully'
Russian president says someone is "professionally and purposefully" collecting biological material from people across Russia.
Dismembered body parts of 9 people found packed in picnic coolers inside Japan apartment
Two severed heads were kept in cold storage when police raided a residential facility as authorities arrest a 27-year-old suspect in connection with the case.
North Korea vows to launch more satellites despite international opposition
The Kim Jong-un regime is widely suspected to be covertly using its satellite programme to develop its ballistic missile operations.
Myanmar arrests 2 foreign journalists for flying drone near parliament building
Lau Hon Meng from Singapore and Mok Choy Lin from Malaysia were detained for importing drone and flying above government buildings without necessary permission.
US nuclear-capable bomber buzzes over Pacific skies ahead of Trump's Asia visit
The B-2 Spirit, one of the deadliest weapons in the US Air Force, was sent as Washington's message in reaffirming its commitment to the allies in the region.
Iran's President Hassan Rouhani vows to continue missile programme
"We have built, are building and will continue to build missiles," he told the Iranian parliament.
Taiwan president Tsai Ing-wen lands on American soil despite China's protest
The Taiwanese leader will make stopovers in Honolulu and Guam, before visiting Pacific states to strengthen diplomatic ties.
North Korea accuses Abe of whipping up anti-Pyongyang hysteria to win election
North Korea accuses "sinister and crafty Japanese reactionaries" of "smear campaign" and resorting to "trite tricks".
After re-election, Xi Jinping calls on world's largest military to prepare for entry into a new era
The Chinese president called for absolute loyalty from senior military figures as he addressed an army gathering after his re-election.
James Mattis insists Trump administration does not seek war with North Korea
The US Secretary of Defense said "our goal is not war" as he visited the heavily-fortified inter-Korean border.
Australian Deputy Prime Minister Barnaby Joyce disqualified over dual citizenship row
Joyce's disqualification threatens the government's one-seat majority in the lower house forcing the prime minister to seek help from independent lawmakers.
Huge fireworks factory explosion kills 47 in residential neighbourhood in Indonesia
The factory is located next to a residential area in Tangerang, a city in Banten province on the western outskirts of Jakarta.
North Korea repeats threat of nuclear detonation over the Pacific
Senior North Korean diplomat warns the threat of a nuclear test above the Pacific Ocean should be taken "literally".
Kim Jong-un congratulates Xi Jinping for cementing his grip on Chinese communist party
North Korean leader's personal message comes after the Chinese president was elevated as the party chief to lead the communist country for another five years.
Is Philippines' Duterte not meeting the Japanese emperor because of his gum-chewing habit?
Philippines President Rodrigo Duterte is set to visit Japan but will not meet Emperor Akihito.
Even after 43 years, Sweden awaits payment from North Korea for 1,000 Volvo cars
North Korea bought the Volvo 144 model cars in 1974 some of which are still running as taxis.
Powerful Saudi crown prince vows to turn ultra-conservative kingdom into moderate state
Crown prince Mohammed bin Salman pledges the Saudi kingdom will be "open to all religions" as he signals sweeping socio-economic reforms.
US, Japan and South Korea hold anti-missile drill amid North Korea threats
Computer-simulated missile targets will be detected and tracked by ships during the two-day trilateral exercise.
Two Hong Kong pro-democracy protest leaders released on bail
Student leaders Joshua Wong and Nathan Law freed on bail as their appeal against prison sentences are set to be heard on 7 November.
US weighing sanctions against Myanmar for Rohingya exodus
The US State Department says that "it is imperative that any individuals or entities responsible for atrocities" in Myanmar should be held accountable.
Duterte tells Philippines to be prepared for terror attacks as Marawi siege ends
Duterte urges public to remain vigilant as the remnants of Islamists could come back to launch fresh attacks.
James Mattis apologises after Indonesian army chief denied entry into US
The Indonesian army chief was stopped when he attempted to board a flight to Washington to participate in a security conference.
Japan's Shinzo Abe clinches two-third majority and promises to 'deal firmly' with North Korea
Prime Minister Abe's ruling coalition secures a resounding victory in snap polls, giving the bloc a supermajority in the lower house.
At least 50 police officers killed in desert shootout with Islamists in Egypt
At least 50 policemen have been killed when they launched a raid on a militant hideout in Western Desert.
Brazil police arrest more than 100 paedophiles
More than 1,000 agents took part in one of the biggest anti-paedophilia operations in Latin America.
