France never votes like the US, presidential hopeful Alain Juppe's camp says
French pollsters and pundits have warned not to rule out surprises in the French presidential election.
China's censors restrict coverage of US election, but allow reporting scandals from event
Chinese sensors had urged all media houses to not provide live coverage of the election.
Taiwan asks China to not interfere in Hong Kong's pro-democracy fight
The ruling Democratic Progressive Party says people of Taiwan were paying close attention to how Beijing handled "the problem in Hong Kong".
2 of China's most wanted female fugitives to be extradited from France
The suspects are businesswomen and have been accused of 'fraud and using illegal means to raise funds'.
Japanese PM Abe says 'competition closer than expected' in tight race between Clinton and Trump
Japan is said to be of the view that a victory for Donald Trump would lead to policy changes in Asia-Pacific.
US elections: Result will not affect Washington-Beijing ties, American envoy in China says
US Ambassador to China, Max Baucus, called US-China ties 'the world's most important relationship'.
Japan ratifies Paris climate deal four days after pact becomes law
The move comes after the lower house in Japan's parliament approved the accord.
Australia probes hoax radio calls made to pilots of passenger flights and Melbourne air traffic controllers
Around 15 illegal transmissions using a portable radio were made by an unidentified person.
India hints at anti-Beijing stand over South China Sea dispute – Report
India is reportedly seeking Japan's help to issue a joint statement against China.
Malaysia PM faces backlash from party members as they accuse him of 'selling off' country to China
The United Malay National Organisation has raised concerns over PM Najib Razak's leaning towards Beijing.
Nicaragua: Daniel Ortega on course to retain presidency for third consecutive term
Former Marxist guerrilla leader garnered 71.3% of votes from 21.3% polling stations counted.
India: Schools shut, construction work banned as Delhi grapples with worst smog in 17 years
The government is said to be considering bringing back the odd-even car rationing scheme to bring down the pollution levels.
Kashmir: Fresh anti-India protest erupts injuring at least 30 after 16-year-old boy dies
Clashes broke out after people attending a funeral procession reportedly threw rocks at security officials.
Indonesian president accuses 'political actors' of stirring tensions as Muslim protest turns violent
President Joko Widodo has postponed his visit to Australia due to security situation following the clashes.
Duterte breaks vow to stop swearing, asks US to 'go to hell'
The Philippine president recently claimed he would stop swearing because God had threatened to kill him otherwise.
Vatican-backed dialogues a last ditch effort to restore peace in Venezuela, US envoy says
US Undersecretary of State for Political Affairs says Washington will support talks 'as long as it remains viable'.
Massive protest by South Koreans against President Park expected after she admits it is 'all her fault'
Organisers say 100,000 people could turn up to demand the resignation of President Park Guen-Hye.
India bans NDTV's Hindi news channel for a day for airing 'sensitive details' during terror attack
The channel will be off air on 9 November in what seems to be a major crackdown by the Modi government on media.
Women in Afghan army defy Taliban threats and conservative society, say they feel proud of their jobs
Women working in public positions are controversial in Afghanistan.
Philippine police beef up security after US warns citizens of kidnap threat in Cebu
The US embassy in Manila has said terrorist groups are planning to conduct kidnappings in areas frequented by foreigners.
Melania Trump vows to combat bullying on social media as first lady
The former model made a rare appearance in Pennsylvania rally as she tried to woo female voters.
Cambodian PM Hun Sen supports Donald Trump
Hun Sen believes that a Trump victory will be good for better US-Russia relations.
Myanmar's Aung San Suu Kyi defends handling of Rakhine conflict
Aung San Suu Kyi says the response is based on the 'rule of law'.
Thai Supreme Court dismisses defamation case against British labour activist
The court threw out the case saying it has no jurisdiction as Andy Hall made allegedly defamatory comments while in Myanmar.
Obama urges North Carolina voters to back Clinton: 'Fate of the republic rests on your shoulders'
President Obama said all the achievements of his administration will go waste if Clinton does not win this election.
Students and activists in Indonesia blast 'doorless dormitories' proposal by social affairs minister
Khofifah Indar Parawansa had recommended the removal of doors at college dormitories to prevent sexual promiscuity.
Malaysian PM Najib asks west to stop 'lecturing' as he leans towards China
Like Philippines President Duterte, Najib too seeks closer ties with China.
Vietnam PM orders inquiry after karaoke bar fire kills 13
Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc has ordered the closing down of bars and restaurants that violate fire safety regulations.
China: 33 miners killed in deadly gas explosion at coal mine - report
Rescuers retrieved the bodies of missing miners trapped at the underground mine two days after the blast.
South Korean president replaces PM and finance minister amid scandal
Kim Byong-joon, a former presidential aide, is the new PM, replacing Hwang Kyo-ahn.
