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Letter from Nikkei Asia’s editor: Asian leaders gather for Nikkei Forum as globalization frays

May 30, 2025

Indian states fight for slice of ‘concert economy’ amid boom
NEW DELHI — When American rap megastar Post Malone takes the stage in India’s Assam state in December, in what will be its most high-profile international act yet, he will be capping a breakout year for live music in a country that has seen Coldplay play massive, lucrative stadium shows, and the start of a “concert economy” race…
Speeding Dumper Kills Mother, Daughter in Karachi
Karachi: A horrific scene unfolded on Karachi’s Rashid Minhas Road today, as a speeding dumper truck, laden with gravel, tragically overturned onto a double-cabin vehicle, claiming the lives of a woman and a young girl. This devastating incident has sent shockwaves through the community, highlighting the perilous consequences of reckless driving on city roads. According…
SpaceX rocket being tested in Texas explodes, but no injuries reported
A SpaceX rocket being tested in Texas exploded Wednesday night, sending a dramatic fireball high into the sky. The company said the Starship “experienced a major anomaly” at about 11 p.m. while on the test stand preparing for the tenth flight test at Starbase, SpaceX’s launch site at the southern tip of Texas. “A safety…
Karachi’s Forecast: Partially cloudy & humid today
Karachi: Karachi is set to experience partially cloudy and humid weather today. According to the Meteorological Department the current temperature in the metropolis stands at 32 degrees Celsius, with a forecast maximum ranging between 34 and 36 degrees Celsius. The minimum temperature recorded was 29.5 degrees Celsius. The Met Department also reported that the humidity…
Senator Sherry Rehman meets President Asif Ali Zardari
Senator Rehman briefed the President on the progress made in the Senate of Pakistan and highlighted the party’s active role in legislative business. Islamabad: Senator Sherry Rehman held a meeting with President Asif Ali Zardari at the Aiwan-e-Sadr. The meeting focused on matters related to the ongoing budget session. Senator Sherry Rehman briefed the…
China must treat its people as treasured citizens, not peasants
China must treat its people as treasured citizens, not peasants
Iran launched largest missile attack on Israel today
Iran launched largest missile attack on Israel today Tehran: Iran launched a large-scale missile assault targeting Israel’s capital, Tel Aviv, along with several other cities, causing widespread destruction and multiple casualties. On Thursday morning, Iran once again launched a direct missile attack on Israel’s capital, Tel Aviv, resulting in severe destruction across several parts of…
Thailand’s prime minister in hot water over leaked audio: 5 things to know
BANGKOK — Less than a year after its formation, the government of Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra is in crisis as a key party leaves the ruling coalition over a leaked conversation related to Thailand’s border disputes with Cambodia. On Wednesday evening, the Bhumjaithai Party announced its exit, leaving Paetongtarn’s ruling coalition with only a slim majority in the lower house.…