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Houston Rockets’ star Jalen Green backs new East Asia Super League, takes investor-ambassador role with...
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Houston Rockets’ star Jalen Green backs new East Asia Super League, takes investor-ambassador role with...
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Rockets earn 10th straight win to keep Play-In hopes alive: ‘We fought for that one’
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Malaysia Considers Extending $10 Billion Rail to Thailand Border: Malaysia is considering extending its ongoing 50 billion ringgit ($10.6 billion) rail project ...
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India celebrates Holi, the festival of colour, marking the reawakening of spring - News | Khaleej Times
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Quick Glance: India Celebrates Hindu Holi Festival with Colorful Traditions
- Millions of Indians celebrated the Hindu Holi festival by smearing colored powder, exchanging traditional foods, and drinks.
- The festival marks the beginning of spring and celebrates the divine love between Krishna and Radha.
- Traditions like consuming Bhang, a cannabis-infused drink, and lighting large fires are part of the festivities.
- Various Holi traditions in India, such as the 'Lathmar Holi' in northern towns, showcase the diversity of celebrations.
Thailand moves closer to legalising same-sex unions as parliament passes landmark bill
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Quick Glance: Thailand Moves Closer to Legalizing Same-Sex Unions
- Thailand's parliament approves a landmark marriage equality bill.
- The bill recognizes marriage between two individuals regardless of gender.
- Passage of the bill is a significant step for Thailand towards liberalizing attitudes on LGBT issues.
- Although there are some unresolved issues, the bill is seen as a positive step for the LGBT community.
PBOC Chief Seeks to Deepen Currency Ties With Asian Economies: People’s Bank of China Governor Pan Gongsheng said the country will aim to boost currency ...
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Every game matters for Rockets after regaining their footing and confidence: Houston has turned on the jets to work its way back into the Play-In Tournament mix.
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Jalen Green’s defensive improvement is more than just hot streak: The IkoSystem: Jalen Green's defensive play isn't an anomaly for the Houston Rockets.
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Boao Latest: Asia Economic Resilience; China’s FDI Outlook: China’s Boao Forum kicked off with an early focus on the country’s foreign direct investment outlook ...
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India Raises ‘Strong Objections’ to US Over Kejriwal Comments: India complained to the US on Wednesday over its comments related to the arrest last week of an ...
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Alperen Sengun’s Injury Hasn’t Grounded the Houston Rockets: Losing your star center usually spells doom for your season. But the Rockets are finding some silver ...
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Report: Alperen Sengun could make Houston Rockets return during regular season: Houston Rockets big man Alperen Sengun reportedly could return to the team at ...
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LIVE: Bangladesh vs Palestine – FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifier: Follow our live build-up and commentary as Bangladesh host Palestine in Dhaka for their 2026 FIFA ...
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Jenn Tran makes 'Bachelorette' history as first Asian lead: 'The Bachelorette' has finally named its first Asian lead: Jenn Tran. She will embark on her own ...
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Mumbai becomes Asia's billionaire capital, topped by Mukesh Ambani: SHANGHAI -- India's financial hub Mumbai overtook Beijing as Asia's billionaire ...
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Mumbai becomes Asian capital with most billionaires, bumping Shanghai: Report: The city of Mumbai has officially surpassed Shanghai as Asia’s capital with the ...
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Pakistan: 5 Chinese dam workers, driver killed in suicide attack - News | Khaleej Times
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Quick Glance: Six Killed in Suicide Attack on Chinese Engineers in Pakistan
- A suicide bomber targeted a convoy of Chinese engineers in Pakistan, resulting in six fatalities.
- The engineers were en route to a dam construction site when the attack occurred.
- Attacks on Chinese interests in Pakistan are seen as attempts to destabilize the country and create discord between Pakistan and its allies, notably China.
- Pakistan condemned the attack and emphasized the importance of the safety of Chinese nationals in the country.
Kyrgyzstan urges citizens to limit travel to Russia: Kyrgyzstan's foreign ministry has urged citizens of the Central Asian nation to put off unnecessary travel ...
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Morning Bid: China profits eyed as Xi meets US biz chiefs: A look at the day ahead in Asian markets.
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Quick Glance: China Profits in Focus as Xi Meets US Business Leaders
- Chinese industrial profits and Australian inflation take center stage in the Asian and Pacific economic calendar.
- President Xi Jinping will meet with U.S. business leaders to discuss economic, business, and political spheres.
- Insights into the profitability of Chinese industrial firms and Australian consumer inflation are anticipated.
- Japanese officials express concerns over the yen as significant economic developments unfold in China and Australia.
EV maker VinFast signs partnership agreements with 15 dealers in Thailand: Vietnamese electric vehicle maker VinFast said on Wednesday that it had signed ...
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Christie's to open new Hong Kong HQ, sees growing Asian Gen Z interest: Auction house Christie's hopes its new 50,000-sq-ft Asia headquarters that opens in Hong ...
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Singapore ranked happiest country in Asia again: THE city-state was named the 30th happiest country globally for 2021-2023, according to the World Happiness ...
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Quick Glance: New Report: Kenya Ranks 114th in Happiness Index
- For the seventh consecutive year, Finland has secured the title of the world's happiest country, with Kenya ranking 114th out of a total of 143 countries. Conversely, Afghanistan finds itself at the bottom of the ranking as the unhappiest nation.
- The latest findings were unveiled on March 20, 2024, coinciding with the International Day of Happiness.
- This annual report relies on six key factors, encompassing social support, income, health, freedom, generosity, and absence of corruption. The economic dimension serves as a pivotal gauge for happiness levels across different nations.
- Attaining happiness is contingent on various elements like career progression and tackling specific challenges. The United Nations advocates for a harmonized economic growth strategy that fosters happiness and well-being for all.
Asia private equity deals set for worst Q1 since 2015, data shows: Private equity-backed mergers and acquisitions in Asia are set for their worst start to the ...
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Philippines plans up to $10.4 bln domestic borrowing in Q2: The Philippines, one of Asia's most active issuers of sovereign debt, plans to raise as much as 585 ...
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Putin wins big in Central Asia, but Kazakhstan spoils party: President Vladimir Putin performed strongly in the elections in most of Central Asia ...
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Japan's scallops, spurned by China, head to high-end U.S. market: LOS ANGELES -- Japan is setting up a supply chain for Hokkaido scallops bound for the U.S ...
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Jock Landale To Dillon Brooks: 'Stop Getting Ejected. We Need You Out Here'
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Israel seizes 800 hectares of Palestinian land in occupied West Bank: Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich’s announcement comes despite international pressure ...
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Python instead of poultry: Will we eat snakes in the future?: Snake meat has long been eaten in Asia. Researchers see potential for factory farming ...
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India, EFTA Bloc Sign Free Trade Pact After 16 Years in Making
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Quick Glance: India Strengthens Trade Relations with Europe
- India signed a free trade agreement (FTA) with four European countries to boost investments and create new jobs.
- The agreement provides significant benefits such as tariff reductions, improved market access, and streamlined customs procedures.
- The ratification of the agreement by the EFTA states is expected to be completed by the end of the year.
- The TEPA is projected to enhance trade in various sectors, contributing to an increase in the current trade volume.
U.S., Japan, Philippines' leaders to meet for April summit: MANILA -- The leaders of the United States, Japan and the Philippines will meet for their first ...
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How terrible would a second Trump presidency be for Australia? Terrible enough: Now that Donald Trump is the inevitable Republican candidate, countries ...
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Europe dangerously deluded on Ukraine’s lost war: Europe is facing defeat in Ukraine as its policies on the war go sideways. Europe’s approach is increasingly ...
asiatimes.com/2024/03/europe-dangerously-deluded-on-ukraines-lost-war/
Watch: Japan rocket explodes seconds after launch: Space One’s ‘Kairos’ rocket burst into flames shortly after lift-off on Wednesday morning.
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Quick Glance: Rocket Explodes After Launch in Japan
- The Japanese company aimed to be the first private business in the country to put a satellite into orbit.
- The Kairos rocket exploded shortly after liftoff, causing a smoke plume and a forest fire nearby.
- Space One is investigating the incident, marking a setback for Japan's commercial space endeavors.
- The space transportation market is lucrative, with Space One planning to launch satellites using small rockets.
China Will Help Pakistan Overcome Foreign Debt Woes, Envoy Says: China will help Pakistan overcome its foreign debt woes by extending financial assistance to the ...
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Thailand Pushes Ahead With Bill to Legalize Same-Sex Marriage: Thailand is pushing ahead with its plan to legalize same-sex marriage, with lawmakers set to ...
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Houston Rockets: Jabari Smith Jr. returns from suspension: Jabari Smith Jr. says 'it's not worth it' to get into a scrape with another player and have to miss a ...
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Alperen Şengün’s growth with Rockets has been profound — just ask his teammates: What do the Rockets think of Alperen Şengün as a teammate? "He has all the tools ...
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Metals lead rise in India's blue-chips; Adani stocks, small-, mid-caps fall: Indian blue-chip shares rebounded from a weak start on Monday, lifted by metal ...
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Asia Countries See Inflation Pressures, Upending Gains for Emerging Bonds: Asian nations are seeing a revival in inflation pressures, signaling weakening support ...
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Billionaire Adani to Start Mapping Dharavi, Asia’s Biggest Slum, Next Week: Adani Group is set to begin mapping Asia’s largest slum, a highly valuable area at ...
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Phoenix Suns eclipse Nuggets, Rockets silence Thunder | kuwaittimes: Phoenix Suns eclipse Nuggets, Rockets silence Thunder - Sports - LOS ANGELES: Kevin Durant ...
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United States launches initiative to foster Central Asian connectivity: A new way of promoting rule of law.
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Klay Thompson returns to the starting lineup, lifts Warriors past Heat: Golden State’s Klay Thompson returned to the starting lineup Tuesday and scored 28 points ...
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Ronaldo's Al-Nassr exit Asian Champions League with shootout loss to Al-Ain: Cristiano Ronaldo's Al-Nassr crashed out of the Asian Champions League in the ...
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Taipei restaurant creates new menu highlighting Filipino dishes: Diners can sample chicken adobo, kare kare, and other Filipino fare at ABV Southeast Asian
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Young Trail Blazers melt down during 2nd half in loss at Houston Rockets: The Blazers were outscored 63-41 in the second half on their way to a seventh ...
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Five Things You Need to Know to Start Your Day: Asia: Good morning. Wall Street zeroes in on the next inflation print. TikTok’s fate in the US remains uncertain ...
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Sources: Rockets' Alperen Sengun has ankle sprain, bruised knee - ESPN: Rockets center Alperen Sengun escaped serious injury to his lower right leg ...
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Inside the Rockets 'Sequins and Sneakers' gala at the Post Oak Hotel: Tilman Fertitta and family host Sequins and Sneakers Rockets gala to celebrate 30 year ...
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A Little Inflation: The Bloomberg Open, Asia Edition: Good morning. China’s CPI rises for the first time since August. Chinese buying is behind gold's ...
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Rockets’ Alperen Şengün exits game vs. Kings in wheelchair after apparent leg injury
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Donald Trump struggles to raise campaign funds in Texas: Donald Trump has made dozen stops in Texas since he left the White House, but Texas donors aren't giving ...
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Japan's Don Quijote parent plans wave of U.S., Asian discount stores: TOKYO -- The parent company of Japanese discount chain Don Quijote aims to expand ...
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Houston Rockets: Rookie Amen Thompson is center of attention: With Alperen Şengün out, Amen Thompson is finding a different role on offense and facing many ...
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Ime Udoka has turned the surging Houston Rockets around and they’re fighting for a play-in berth
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Malaysia’s Anwar Warns US That Constraining China Will ‘Accentuate’ Its Grievances
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Rockets offered Jalen Green, draft picks to Nets for Mikal Bridges, but were turned down
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Taiwan awarded ‘Best LGBTQ Trend Destination’: ‘Taiwan is the most suitable Asian country for LGBTQ people to visit’
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Search for parents launched as toddler in pyjamas found walking streets in Stevenage
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Free agent Xavien Howard: Former Dolphins star eyes Houston Texans: Xavien Howard, who grew up in Houston and went to Wheatley High School, is one of the top ...
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NBA: Jalen Green lifts Rockets to 6th straight win: WASHINGTON — Jalen Green tied a career-high with 42 points, and the Houston Rockets closed the third quarter ...
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Evaluating Ausar and Amen Thompson as their rookie seasons come to close: Our Rockets and Pistons writers sit down to discuss how the Thompson twins fared in ...
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Warriors' Draymond Green: 'I Don't Give a Damn' About Rockets Amid NBA Playoff Race
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Rockets’ Alperen Şengün exits game vs. Kings in wheelchair after apparent leg injury
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Houston Rockets: Fred VanVleet, DeMar DeRozan have tight bond: Fred VanVleet once learned from DeMar DeRozan as an up-and-comer with the Raptors ...
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Celtics extend NBA winning streak to 9 games after taming Bulls: The Boston Celtics secured their ninth consecutive victory in the NBA by defeating the Chicago ...
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Houston Rockets: Five things to watch against Utah Jazz: With a win against the Jazz on Saturday, the Rockets would be at .500 for the first time since Jan ...
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NBA Rookie Rankings: Victor Wembanyama getting DPOY praise while Chet Holmgren posterizes another rookie
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NBA Analysis: Can Alperen Sengun and Jalen Green co-exist?: Green has thrived in Sengun’s absence. Is this duo right for the Rockets?
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Alperen Şengün’s absence, the wall of small, Play-In push and more: The IkoSystem
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The complicated legacy of G League Ignite: The organization had the best of intentions, but the constantly changing landscape left it in no man's land.
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Video: Patrick Beverley Says He Taught James Harden the Step-Back with Rockets: Milwaukee Bucks guard Patrick Beverley said on his podcast that he's the one who ...
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NBA: Jalen Green leads Rockets to 9th straight victory: HOUSTON — Jalen Green scored 27 points to lead the Houston Rockets to a 110-92 win over the Portland ...
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NBA News: Surprise Western Conference Guard Earns Massive Honor: This is a huge accolade for the former lottery draft pick!
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Houston Rockets lean on the fast break for their advantage: As they displayed in Portland, the Rockets should run. They should run often. They should run because ...
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NBA: Rockets limits Wembanyama to edge Spurs: SAN ANTONIO — Fred VanVleet scored 21 points and the Houston Rockets held Victor Wembanyama in check to beat the ...
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