How Singapore’s Kopitiam Culture Keeps Its Coffee Tradition Alive

January 2, 2024

Singapore is a nation of coffee lovers, but not the kind you might expect. Instead of fancy lattes and cappuccinos,…

Japan Earthquakes: No Tsunami, But Damage and Injuries Reported

January 2, 2024

A series of powerful earthquakes rocked Japan's west coast on Thursday, causing damage to buildings and infrastructure, and injuring dozens…

McDonald’s Malaysia Sues Pro-Palestinian Group Over Boycott Calls

January 2, 2024

McDonald's Malaysia has filed a lawsuit against a pro-Palestinian group for calling for a boycott of companies allegedly supporting Israel.…

Southeast Asian Leaders Face Backlash Over Drug War Scams

December 30, 2023

Southeast Asian leaders who have waged brutal campaigns against illegal drugs are facing growing public discontent and legal challenges over…

How Japan’s Labor Shortage and COVID-19 Crisis Affect Foreign Workers

December 30, 2023

Japan is facing a dilemma of how to attract more foreign workers to fill its labor shortage, as the country…

Philippines to deploy Indian BrahMos cruise missiles to counter China

December 30, 2023

The Philippines is set to deploy Indian-made BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles to boost its maritime defense capabilities and deter China's…

Indonesia to impose new tax on e-cigarettes from Jan 1

December 30, 2023

Indonesia will impose a new tax on e-cigarettes from Jan. 1, adding to an excise tax to help curb vaping,…

Phuket launches online visa extension system for tourists

December 29, 2023

Phuket, one of Thailand's most popular tourist destinations, has launched an online visa extension system for foreigners who wish to…

Malaysia ex-minister Daim Zainuddin slams PM Anwar Ibrahim for abuse of power over corruption

December 29, 2023

Former Malaysian finance minister Daim Zainuddin has accused Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim of abusing his power and launching a politically…

Israel apologises to South Korea for video depicting Hamas attack in Seoul

December 29, 2023

The Israeli embassy in South Korea has apologised for posting a video on its Facebook account that showed an imaginary…

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