In the grand tapestry of global higher education, Malaysia has emerged as an unexpected star, casting a captivating allure on students from across the globe.  With its diverse academic landscape boasting 20 public universities, over 160 private higher education institutions, 10 foreign branch campuses, and a plethora of language and skills centers, Malaysia is rewriting the narrative of international education. …

In a riveting tale that could have been plucked from the annals of a Hollywood thriller, Hong Kong is buzzing with intrigue and speculation as the orchestrators of the city’s most colossal financial fraud remain shrouded in mystery. As the HK$1.4 billion (US$178 million) JPEX cryptocurrency platform scandal continues to send shockwaves through the city, the question that looms largest …

In a theater of intrigue and unease, Taiwan’s Defense Minister, Chiu Kuo-cheng, has issued an enigmatic warning regarding what he terms “abnormal” military activities by China near the island. These pronouncements come in the wake of a dramatic surge in Chinese warplane incursions encircling Taiwan, creating a perplexing and suspenseful narrative in the volatile world of geopolitics. China’s persistent claim …

People living in the Republic of Indonesia have expressed frustration over the new regulations and plans to tax high-emissions vehicles. Indonesians claimed that the plan can hurt the poor people living in the country. The new regulations might target ordinary people instead of big Indonesian corporations. Last month, the Indonesian authorities made it compulsory for motor vehicles to be tested …

In a mesmerizing display of nature’s enigmatic prowess, the Taal Volcano, an unassuming yet restive giant nestled near the bustling Philippine capital of Manila, has once again roused from its slumber. On a seemingly ordinary Friday, it embarked on a captivating dance of defiance, thrusting forth an above-average deluge of sulfur dioxide and a veil of volcanic smog that draped …

Do you know that Doja Cat, a successful American rapper and singer, has been making headlines in the Philippines because of her new song ‘Balut’? People living in the Philippines are angry because of the song ‘Balut’. Netizens have also sparked outrage online. What is the reason behind the outrage? Why has Doja Cat’s new song ‘Balut’ sparked outrage in …

In a daring step that might transform Japan’s economic landscape, Prime Minister Fumio Kishida outlined an ambitious plan to establish specialized business zones built specifically for asset management companies. This ambitious effort intends to access the remarkable 2.1 quadrillion yen ($14.2 trillion) in assets held by Japanese individuals, in addition to revitalizing Japan’s burgeoning asset management business. However, there are …

In a mind-bending twist of fate that could be likened to an economic singularity, Singapore has transcended the confines of conventionality to emerge as the world’s freest economy, unseating Hong Kong from its astral throne of economic supremacy. The unveiling of the Fraser Institute’s meticulously crafted 2023 report has sent shockwaves rippling across the multidimensional fabric of the global economic …

After issuing a travel advisory to Indian citizens traveling to Canada, New Delhi has suspended visa services to Canadians. This comes after Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau alleged Indian agents were behind the June 18 killing of Hardeep Singh Nijjar outside a Sikh cultural center in Surrey, British Columbia.  New Delhi had labeled Nijjar a terrorist who was part of …

In recent days, Malaysia has witnessed a disconcerting trend as the police take increasingly hostile measures to harass protestors and curtail peaceful demonstrations.  The Perak Farmers’ Protest: A Flashpoint On September 12, approximately 50 farmers hailing from the state of Perak, supported by Lawan Lapar (a movement focused on food security) and members of the Malaysian Socialist Party (PSM), gathered …