China, India vs US tariffs, Rae Lil Black raises eyebrows in Malaysia: 7 Asia highlights

SCMP | March 18, 2025, 12:15 a.m. | Original

Japanese former adult film star Rae Lil Black has drawn both praise for her apparent embrace of Islam and scepticism over her past. Photos: Instagram / Facebook / Rae Lil Black

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Amid rising US tariffs, China has urged closer trade ties with India to counter protectionist policies. Photo: Shutterstock
Amid rising US tariffs, China has urged closer trade ties with India to counter protectionist policies. Photo: Shutterstock
Rodrigo Duterte’s supporters protest against his arrest in Davao City, Philippines, on Monday. Photo: Reuters
Rodrigo Duterte’s supporters protest against his arrest in Davao City, Philippines, on Monday. Photo: Reuters
Lady Gaga performs at the Grammy Awards in 2022. Photo: Getty Images
Lady Gaga performs at the Grammy Awards in 2022. Photo: Getty Images

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