Quirky Asia news: China athlete in makeup fail, fish goes to hospital, spiky snacks

The Post runs the rule over some of the strange stories which have emerged across Asia in recent days.

Opinion | Philippines’ dithering over South China Sea clash fuelled by US doubts

Dithering official statements reflect not only Philippine fears of unwanted escalation but also, crucially, doubts over US defence commitments.

Sejarah Berdirinya TNI sebagai Alat Pertahanan Tanah Air

Sejarah berdirinya TNI bermula dari organisasi yang bernama Badan Keamanan Rakyat (BKR) yang berjuang untuk melawan penjajah.

RK Lawan Pramono di Pilgub Jakarta, Muzani: Tak Boleh Anggap Remeh

PDIP mengusung Pramono Anung di Pilgub Jakarta. Sekjen Partai Gerindra, Ahmad Muzani, menilai Pramono merupakan politisi senior yang tak bisa dianggap enteng.

Bicol express - Filipino spicy pork stew

Rich and spicy, this dish is a Filipino classic. It's worth browning the meat first so the dish comes out less pale. Feel free to make your own adjustments to the recipe.

US urged to show firm support of Philippines amid South China Sea tensions

US envoy to Manila MaryKay Carlson has called on China to stop harassing Philippine ships in the South China Sea.

Dupont drives France to rugby 7s semis at Paris Games, New Zealand knocked out

Double gold medallists Fiji survived a huge scare from an outstanding Ireland, narrowly retaining their unvanquished Olympic record with a dramatic come-from-behind win.

The great escape: when 3 prisoners broke out of a Hong Kong jail

After 2 months of planning their escape from Chi Ma Wan open prison, the prisoners were recaptured within a couple of days

Gairah Bisnis Sepatu Cantik

Bisnis yang terinspirasi dari kado ulang tahun sepatu yang dibelikan oleh pacar, ialah Anggun Citra Wulandari.

Lui takes ‘strongest team’ of the season to Sha Tin finale in championship assault

A bullish Francis Lui Kin-wai has declared his Sha Tin team the strongest he has assembled this season as he bids to capture a dramatic trainers’ championship win on Sunday....