In the tech landscape in Southeast Asia, there’s a lot of change going on. Layoffs in Singapore have emerged as a major concern for tech workers navigating career decisions as leading companies and government digital agencies have been reshaping their organizational structures in recent months. As well as private tech companies announcing record job dismissals, the public sector is also …

Penang’s UNESCO World Heritage city is once again set to be a hotbed of arts, culture and creativity for 17th George Town Festival (GTF) 2026 from 1 August to 9 August. With the theme of “Beyond Boundaries”, it is expected that this year’s Festival will present over 40 programmes involving international artistic partnerships with local traditions.  GTF 2026 ensures top-tier …

The migrant crisis in Ceuta has become one of the major border security issues in Europe in the past few years. In only a few days at the end of July and beginning of August, it is estimated that between 60,000 and 80,000 migrants arrived in the Spanish enclave of Ceuta from Morocco, putting a strain on the numbers of …

The WTA Tour is a fascinating battle between the old and new as climber Alexandra Eala faces world No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka. A match between Alex Eala and Aryna Sabalenka is a great opportunity to explore the differences in their tennis approaches, which includes a left-handed tactical approach and a relentless baseline power play, respectively. The head-to-head, the different styles …

The state weather bureau, PAGASA, has kept the Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal No. 2 up over various provinces in Northern Luzon as Tropical Storm Maymay (Kujira) is sweeping across the sea. The monsoon rains are expected to be heavier, and people in the affected areas should be alert to strong winds and coastal flooding. Below is the full PAGASA weather …

After the devastating 7.1-magnitude earthquake struck Kumamoto Prefecture one week ago, the government has begun a new phase of recovery, with the aid package for the prefect decided last week and totaling ¥24.2 billion ($160 million). The money would go toward speeding up the reconstruction, repairing damaged infrastructure, and aiding thousands of disaster-devastated residents that have yet to recover. View …

Thailand’s National Mother’s Day is celebrated on 12th August annually as HM Queen Sirikit The Queen Mother’s Birthday. The understanding of this public holiday, which is celebrated in Thailand on August 12, is of great value for the residents of Thailand and tourists visiting the kingdom to plan their day. When the government is shut down, the banks have different …

Filipina tennis sensation Alexandra Eala is continuing her meteoric rise on the global stage. After her historic WTA 500 win over world No. 3 Jessica Pegula at the DC Open, it’s clear that the world is buzzing with anticipation for the Alex Eala next match schedule 2026. Her next hard-court outing is in high-stakes format with the National Bank Open …

A revolution in education sparked by the rise of Generative AI has opened one of the biggest debates of our time. As universities in Asia grapple with the question of AI in the classroom, the extent of integration is currently becoming a matter of debate. AI tools for research, writing, coding, translation, and tutoring are increasingly being used by students, …

During the Race Course Road fire, a dramatic joint operation was conducted because of a sudden blaze that hit a fifth-floor HDB apartment on Monday night, 3 August 2026. A sudden SCDF fire rescue was carried out in Block 684 Race Course Road, Little India by SCDF and police officers. Five people were inside the flat which was on fire …