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Tonga ministers quit amid standoff with powerful monarch
Crisis erupted last month after King Tupou VI abruptly withdrew 'confidence and consent' for three ministries.
Majority in Southeast Asia would choose China over US, survey suggests
Survey by Singapore-based think tank points to Beijing’s growing influence in the region.
‘Not good enough’: Australia’s PM slams explanation for aid workers’ deaths
Australian leader says he demanded 'full accountability' for Australian's killing in call with Benjamin Netanyahu.
Media feel pressure to tell ‘positive’ China story as party tightens grip
State-linked Sixth Tone news outlet, known for its coverage of socioeconomic issues, comes under scrutiny.
Taiwan says 1,000 injured in earthquake, rescue efforts focus on Hualien
The quake struck on Wednesday morning and was the strongest to hit the island in 25 years.
NASA names firms to develop rover for first crewed Moon mission since 1972
US space agency picks Intuitive Machines, Lunar Outpost and Venturi Astrolab to create designs for lunar rover.