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1. Michelle Yeoh opens up about infertility struggles, but says ‘no regrets’
The Everything Everywhere All At Once and Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon star shared her profound regret over her infertility, yet said she finds solace in her close relationships with her godchildren and family.
2. Mahathir Mohamad criticises Chinese signs in Kuala Lumpur malls, says it ‘feels like China, not Malaysia’
The former Malaysian PM criticised the dominance of Chinese signboards in city shopping centres and urged the inclusion of Malay to reflect national identity.
3. 200 monkeys run riot in Thailand town, forcing police to barricade station to fend off rampaging primates
Escaped monkeys caused chaos, forcing police to barricade their station and use food to lure the primates away in Lopburi, Thailand. This escalating issue highlights the growing conflict between humans and an aggressive monkey population.

4. Filipinos back ICC probe into Duterte’s drug war, but can it impact Davao City mayoral race and midterm elections?
Rodrigo Duterte’s anti-narcotics campaign once had widespread support, but a recent survey shows 59 per cent of Filipinos now back an International Criminal Court investigation. This shift reflects concerns over alleged human rights abuses ahead of the 2024 midterm elections, challenging the former president’s popularity.
5. North Korea prepares 100,000 troops for Ukraine war; Kim Jong-un urges ‘all-out’ effort amid US tensions
North Korea may send tens of thousands of troops to support Russia’s war against Ukraine, with Kim Jong-un urging his military to enhance combat readiness. This move signals Moscow’s long-term commitment to the Ukraine conflict, heightening global concerns.
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Michelle Yeoh discusses infertility struggles, Thai monkeys run riot: 5 latest Asia news stories

Michelle Yeoh, offering candid reflections on infertility and acceptance, said she has no regrets. Photo: AP

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Recap | Michelle Yeoh discusses infertility struggles, Thai monkeys run riot: 5 latest Asia news stories

From star’s candid reflections on infertility to North Korea’s potential troop deployment in Ukraine, read more of our latest news from Asia

1. Michelle Yeoh opens up about infertility struggles, but says ‘no regrets’

2. Mahathir Mohamad criticises Chinese signs in Kuala Lumpur malls, says it ‘feels like China, not Malaysia’

3. 200 monkeys run riot in Thailand town, forcing police to barricade station to fend off rampaging primates