At the Marvel Studios’ presentation at San Diego ComicCon 2026, Marvel President Kevin Feige officially announced that Oscar nominee Ryan Gosling joins the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Gosling will also play Johnny Blaze in a standalone feature film, which will be released in 2028. The project has been helmed by blockbuster director Shawn Levy and comes to fruition after years of …

North Korea is paying lip service to the rule of centrality in ASEAN, while objecting to the growing security alliance buildup in the Indo-Pacific led by the United States. The assertion was made by the Korean Central News Agency after the 59th ASEAN Foreign Ministers‘ Meeting (ASEAN MIM) and 33rd ASEAN Regional Forum (ARF) in the Malaysian capital, Kuala Lumpur, …

Today, Asia’s workplace is changing rapidly. Recruitment, development and retention is being radically transformed as artificial intelligence (AI), digital transformation and personnel expectations evolve. At the same time new opportunities are opening up in the workplace for workers and employers due to changing demographics and global digital integration. Employers are creating skill sets that are more flexible and they are …

Some of the best places for diving in Southeast Asia are in Malaysia, including the Perhentian Islands, Tioman, and Sipadan. Many divers are interested in the possibility of finding the Giant Ocean Sunfish (Mola mola), though the combination of coral reef, sea turtle and reef shark visitors, these waters are renowned for. The answer is yes—but only on very rare …

If there is a technical problem with digital payment systems, it can trigger instant panic when one sees the money deducted but no payment has yet been received. With the latest technical hitches on the service, thousands of account holders are looking for a transparent and clear DBS PayLah outage refund guide to get the refunds and check uncredited balance. …

Sony Pictures has brought back Capcom’s iconic video game universe to the big screen, and survival horror enthusiasts in the Southeast Asian region will rejoice. The long awaited reboot, helmed by visionary director Zach Cregger, will be a grounded, adrenaline-laced tale over the course of just one terror-filled night. When planning a movie outing, it will be beneficial to know …

Local government units (LGUs) in the National Capital Region (NCR) are launching official declarations for no classes on July 27 2026 as President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is to deliver his fifth State of the Nation Address on Monday, July 27, 2026. The local chief executives are taking proactive measures to ensure the safety of their students and commuters as high-level …

The introduction of a forced labour concern to the ongoing India – US Bilateral Trade Agreement negotiations by imposing a US 10% Section 301 tariff on Indian imports has created a whole new dimension. Both nations are looking to further develop their economic relationship, but there also are extra hurdles to overcome before any full accord is enacted, with the …

The Treaty of Amity and Cooperation in Southeast Asia is marking its 50th anniversary in 2026, highlighting five decades of promoting peace, mutual respect, and regional cooperation. Originally launched by the founding ASEAN countries in 1991, the ASEAN Agreement has now grown into one of the world’s biggest and most influential political cooperatives involving over 60 High Contracting Parties from …

In Asia, we are not only facing a new era of connectivity, but also technology and infrastructure are beginning to merge. Governments and private investors are not just paying attention to highways, railways or ports throughout the region. Rather, they are developing “Integrated Systems” that are united by both the physical and digital components, transforming into faster, smarter and more …