A tragic incident occurred in southern Vietnam, resulting in the deaths of twelve soldiers during a military training exercise. State media reports suggest that the explosion was accidental and might…
On 4 December 2024, a gunman attempted to shoot Sukhbir Singh Badal, a prominent Sikh political leader, at the Golden Temple in Amritsar, India. The incident raised concerns at one…
Jeju Island, known for its beautiful scenery and rich marine life, is now facing dual challenges: the alarming mortality rates of local dolphins and the mystery surrounding missing Vietnamese tourists.…
Recent developments in South Korea have elicited serious concern from the United States, particularly following the unexpected declaration of martial law by President Yoon Suk Yeol. The situation is rapidly…
In a shocking turn of events, the Malaysian towns of Tumpat and Tanah Merah—located in Kelantan state—are reeling from unprecedented rainfall that triggered severe flooding. Residents, having returned to their…
In a significant ruling on 3 December 2024, the High People’s Court in Ho Chi Minh City upheld the death sentence for Truong My Lan, a 68-year-old property tycoon, solidifying…
Malaysia’s Deputy Energy Transition and Water Transformation Minister Akmal Nasrullah Mohd Nasir confirmed on 2 December 2024 that there will be no immediate renegotiation of raw water rates with Singapore,…
A tempest brews in the Philippines as civil society groups have officially filed an impeachment complaint against Vice President Sara Duterte. The complaint, backed by the Akbayan partylist, comes amidst…
South Korea’s Government Embraces Memes: A Transformation in Engagement Government institutions in South Korea are shaking off their old, dull images and stepping into the spotlight with a wave of…
The recent announcement by South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol has stirred significant international attention. Just a day after declaring martial law for the first time since 1980, he swiftly…
Nepal’s seasoned politician, K.P. Sharma Oli, is back in the limelight as he embarks on his fourth term as Prime Minister, marking a decisive pivot to China. His recent visit…
Vietnam’s National Assembly has taken a significant step towards modernising its transport infrastructure by approving a US$67 billion high-speed railway project, connecting Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City. This ambitious…
As Taiwan’s President Lai Ching-te prepares for his first official trip since taking office, military tensions in the region are escalating. Ahead of his departure on 30 November 2024, Taiwan…
As floods and landslides wreak havoc in western Indonesia, the situation has become increasingly dire. The death toll has risen to 27, prompting emergency rescue responses across affected regions. Devastating…
India’s Parliament is abuzz with tensions as lawmakers continue to disrupt proceedings over serious allegations against billionaire Gautam Adani and his conglomerate. The opposition is demanding a substantive discussion regarding…
As torrential rains batter the southern regions of the Indian subcontinent, Sri Lanka is grappling with the aftermath of devastating floods. Rescue teams are tirelessly searching for missing individuals, while…
Torrential rains have wreaked havoc in North Sumatra, Indonesia, leading to devastating flash floods and landslides that have claimed at least 27 lives. Rescuers are on a mission to locate…
In a striking turn of events, Chinese Defence Minister Dong Jun is under investigation as part of a sweeping anti-corruption probe affecting the upper echelons of the People’s Liberation Army…
The Rohingya community, made up of nearly a million refugees in Bangladesh, welcomed the announcement by the International Criminal Court (ICC) that it would be seeking an arrest warrant for…
On 27 November 2024, Malaysia’s former Prime Minister Najib Razak and ex-treasury chief Irwan Serigar Abdullah received a discharge not amounting to an acquittal (DNAA) in a high-profile graft case…
Indonesia Ambitions for Green Energy In a recent move to combat climate change, Indonesia’s President Prabowo Subianto has set ambitious targets for phasing out fossil fuels and ramping up renewable…
On 27 November 2024, Seoul was hit by the heaviest November snowfall recorded in over a century, with 16.5 cm accumulating by 7am local time. This significant weather event eclipsed…
On 20 January 2024, President-elect Donald Trump is set to take office, and he’s already made waves with a proposed 10 per cent tariff on all imports from China. While…
BANGKOK – In a shocking turn of events, police in Laos have detained the manager and seven staff members of a backpacker hostel in Vang Vieng after six tourists tragically…
In a surprising twist for South Korea, the country’s fertility rate is expected to rise to 0.74 in 2024, marking the first increase in nine years. This projection, shared by…
A shocking case has emerged from Kuala Lumpur where a 53-year-old pastor, N. Deanesh Narayanan Nair, has been charged with the alleged murder of his mother, 77-year-old Catherine Daniel. The…
In a significant shift, the Ta’ang National Liberation Army (TNLA), a major ethnic rebel group in Myanmar, announced its readiness to engage in discussions with the military junta following a…
BANGKOK – The Thai police are on the lookout for Boon Vanasin, a prominent hospital tycoon, believed to have fled to China following allegations of a massive investment scam totalling…
Swatch Group AG has emerged victorious in its lawsuit against the Malaysian government regarding the controversial seizure of its Pride-themed watches. The case, which has significant implications for the treatment…
In a move that underscores the delicate relations between South Korea and Japan, Seoul has boycotted a memorial ceremony to honour wartime forced labour victims held in Japan, opting instead…