If you come across an unusual dark rock, you might ask yourself, “What could this rock have been brought by from Mars? But it takes more than just looking at the colour, weight and shape of a rock to prove it is a Martian meteorite. Martian Meteorite Identification is a combination of preliminary visual analysis and advanced laboratory analysis to …

Germany’s swift military build-up is transforming the security dynamics in Europe and its role as a leader in the field, and questions are being raised about the further balance of power in Europe. The Germany Military Expansion programme is an indication of Berlin’s resolve to beef up the German armed forces amid Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and Europe’s security concerns. …

Washington and Tel Aviv are discussing increased military pressure against Iran, and U.S. President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu have reportedly had further talks on the matter. The talks with Iran are the latest in a series of negotiations between Trump and Netanyahu, which have been marred by the reports of military preparations, disagreement over timing and …

Indonesia has urged ASEAN and Japan to enhance cooperation in the region in dealing with the growing sophistication of cybersecurity threats, especially involving the use of artificial intelligence. Indonesia’s National Cyber and Crypto Agency (BSSN) director Nugroho Sulistyo Budi spoke on “Collective Digital Security” at the 3rd ASEAN-Japan Cybersecurity Community Alliance (AJCCA) Conference in Bangkok on 29th October 2026. As …

China changed how its military would fight by 2016. India, facing China and Pakistan, is still reshaping how its Army, Navy and Air Force would command a war. The gap is not simply about speed. It shows how hard it is to move from three service-led systems to one joint plan. India’s theatre command reform aims to place forces from …

Shanghai’s office vacancy crisis is putting pressure on one of China’s biggest business hubs. New buildings continue to be built and businesses are cautious about space requirements. The market for commercial properties in China has also been slow to attract overseas investors.  Of the tracked office property in Shanghai, 24.4% was vacant in the third quarter of 2026. The rate …

In China, there are some parents who pay thousands of yuan to send their children out of the city to the countryside for work. The hardship camps in China offer to inculcate discipline, gratitude and resilience in youngsters through chores they have not done before.  However, as videos of children crying and tired spread online, a hard question arises: Does …

The US diesel export ban risk now poses a threat that goes beyond U.S. borders. The conflict has disrupted supplies and prices are high, causing concern for Washington’s importers about retaining more fuel on its own soil.  President Donald Trump stated on October 2 that the U.S. would not ban exports, though he had stated previously that he was considering …

The Philippines aims to lure more manufacturing investments from the United States and other countries from which it pulls its supply chains to lessen risks in these chains. It is rolling out its China-free manufacturing approach via the Luzon Economic Corridor and the proposed industrial zone connected to Pax Silica. But the transition won’t be easy. View this post on …

The National Disaster Management Agency (BNPB) is pushing for digital platform InaRISK to be promoted in public awareness preparation processes in Indonesia. InaRISK Disaster Awareness is a project of InaRISK that supports the knowledge of local hazards and potential risks, and the preparation of communities for disaster. The application’s capabilities were showcased in a flood preparedness meeting in Banjarmasin, South …