LONDON, April 9 — Britain’s broadcasting regulator announced today that it is investigating an online suicide forum, which local media reports has been linked to at least 50 deaths in the country.

KUALA LUMPUR, April 9 — Malaysia’s top men’s doubles pair, Goh Sze Fei and Nur Izzuddin Mohd Rumsani, moved into the second round of the 2025 Badminton Asia Championships (BAC) in Ningbo, China, today. The top-seeded duo defeated Japan's Takuro Hoki and Yugo Kobayashi 21-18, 21-16.

BANGKOK, April 9 — Myanmar, devastated by the recent earthquake, continues to urgently require medical assistance, field hospitals, and shelters, according to Thailand’s foreign minister. He emphasized the need for a coordinated regional relief effort and long-term support.

MANILA, April 8 — A volcano in central Philippines erupted early this morning, spewing an ash plume 4,000 metres (2.5 miles) into the air and triggering recommendations for school closures in nearby areas.‍

BEIJING, April 8 — China today pledged to “fight to the end” in response to new 50 percent tariffs threatened by US President Donald Trump, escalating a trade war that has already erased trillions from global markets.‍

WASHINGTON, April 8 — President Donald Trump announced that the United States would begin direct high-level nuclear talks with Iran, during a surprise statement at a White House meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.‍