The new One UI 8.5 Beta released by Samsung is causing a stir among the Indonesian developers who are declaring it as the most customizable of all previous One UI versions. The update is making smartphones even more personalized to individual users with more advanced personalization options and better flexibility of the apps, along with more enhanced use of AI …

Malaysia is also about to experience a significant economic boost with the government preparing to mark Visit Malaysia Year 2026, a nationwide tourism movement meant to boost growth in major sectors. The initiative is supported by high government expenditure and vigorous marketing programs that are likely to increase the number of tourists coming to Malaysia, benefit the Malaysian stocks, and …

The labour market remains resilient as the employment rate of Malaysia proceeded on its positive path in October 2025, indicating the strength of the labour market in the changing economic environment. Department of Statistics Malaysia (DOSM) reported that the number of employed people has improved to 17.06 million, which is a 0.2 percent increment over September. The increase in employment …

Bali has been the leading tourist destination in Indonesia for decades. However, with the rising popularity of the island, tourists are seeking more unique and less developed locations. It is here that Sumba comes into the limelight. While travelers continue exploring places like Bali’s Best Eco-Friendly Resorts, Sumba also has the advantage of having perfect white-sand beaches, dramatic cliffs, world-famous …

With the Thai capital emerging as one of the largest concert venues in Asia, K-pop enthusiasts globally have been traveling in high numbers to Bangkok in the quest to watch their favorite acts. Whether it is sold-out mega-shows or fan immersion to the extent that it now exists throughout the city, it is no longer a point on the world-tour …

The 2025 SEA Games, which will take place between 9 and 20 December, have opened in Bangkok and Chonburi, where more than 13,000 athletes will take part in 11 nations. On 9 December, the Games officially opened with the Opening Ceremony at Rajamangal National Stadium and marked the beginning of a sporting frenzy, with high-stakes cricket games as well as …

Singapore has taken a decisive leap into Singapore and has made its giant step towards next-generation naval warfare, as the first Singapore AI warship, the highly sophisticated Multi-Role Combat Vessel RSS Victory, was commissioned. The vessel with artificial intelligence and manned and unmanned capabilities is a significant milestone in the maritime defence modernization of Southeast Asia. The introduction comes at …

Singapore has been reenacting its position as the energy and trading centre in Asia due to a significant boost of its status by the Aster Singapore Refinery Investment plans. Aster Chemicals and Energy has declared that it is investing $155 million to modernize its oil refining plant on Bukom Island. The target of the move is to enhance operational efficiency, …

With international investors trying to achieve a compromise between fixed returns and investments that yield a long-term increment in capital, the Singapore blue-chip stocks remain a trusted wealth generator. The trends in the market are shifting towards favouring firms that possess strong earnings, stable dividend payments and growth approaches that are scalable in the year 2026. Singapore has a very …

Even before entering the airport gate, flying to Singapore will be subjected to tighter scrutiny starting January 30, 2026. The Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA) in Singapore has unveiled a robust new tool known as Non-Boarding Directive (NBD) where the authorities are in a position to prevent some travellers even before boarding flights. Airlines will now need to screen passenger …