Malaysia is a Southeast Asian country with a population of about 32 million and a GDP of about $365 billion. The country is known for its rich natural resources, such as oil, gas, palm oil, and rubber, as well as its diverse and multicultural society.  The country has been a member of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) since …

TikTok is a popular social media app that allows users to create and share short videos, often with music, filters, and effects.  The app, which was launched in 2016 by the Chinese company ByteDance, has over 1 billion active users worldwide, and is especially popular among young people. The app features various content categories, such as comedy, dance, education, sports, …

In Metro Manila, badminton has become one of the most well-liked sports, drawing players of all ages. Metro Manila has a range of badminton courts available for hire, catering to serious competitors honing their abilities and casual players seeking an enjoyable way to remain active. In this article, let us explore the top 10 badminton courts in the metro where …

On January 28, 2024, a drone strike targeted a US military base in Iraq, killing two American soldiers and wounding five others. The attack was claimed by a Shia militia group called Kataib Hezbollah, which is backed by Iran. The US accused Iran of providing the drones and the guidance systems to the group, and vowed to hold Tehran accountable …

Sending money to North Korea is a risky and illegal activity that many defectors and their families in South Korea engage in, despite the harsh penalties and consequences that they may face.  Sending money to North Korea involves a complex and covert network of brokers, couriers, and smugglers, who operate across the borders of China, North Korea, and South Korea. …

CNN Philippines, the only predominantly English-language channel on free TV in the Philippines, is shutting down on January 31, 2024, after nine years of operation.  The closure is a result of the serious financial losses that the company has suffered over the past years, despite its efforts to adapt and innovate in a challenging media landscape. The closure will not …

Pornography is a controversial and divisive issue in Indonesia, the world’s largest Muslim-majority country, where the consumption and production of pornographic materials are illegal and punishable by law.  The debate over pornography has been reignited recently, as the government has intensified its efforts to block and censor online porn sites, and as some religious and social groups have staged protests …

Vietnam has expressed its support for the Philippines in its maritime dispute with China over the South China Sea, a strategic and resource-rich waterway that is claimed by several countries in the region.  Vietnam’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson, Le Thi Thu Hang, said on Tuesday that Vietnam “respects and supports” the Philippines’ stance on the South China Sea issue, and that …

Singapore has followed China’s footsteps and banned private tutoring for core school subjects, such as English, mathematics, science, and mother tongue languages.  The ban aims to reduce the academic stress and inequality among students, and to improve the quality and efficiency of the public education system. However, the ban has also sparked mixed reactions and consequences, as it affects the …

The political feud between Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and former President Rodrigo Duterte has reached a new level of hostility, as they have been calling each other “drug lords” and accusing each other of being involved in the illegal drug trade. The exchange of insults and allegations has exposed the deep rift and animosity between the two leaders, who …