China's holiday rush begins early
Migrant workers make an early start home for the Lunar New Year as China's economic slowdown leaves many jobless.
Tremor hits West Papua quake area
Another strong earthquake hits Indonesia's West Papua province with no immediate reports of any casualties or damage.
Chinese web portal porn apology
Three Chinese search engines apologise for linking to pornography sites after criticism from the government.
Toyota shuts plants for 11 days
Toyota announces that it is to halt production at its domestic plants for 11 days in February and March.
US vows 'huge' marine protection
The US is to establish "the largest area of protected sea in the world", banning fishing and mining, around its Pacific islands.
Indonesia jails MP for corruption
An Indonesian deputy is jailed for taking bribes, in a symbol of the country's new determination to tackle corruption.
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