In the shadows of Hong Kong’s dissent crackdown, Edmund Wan, known as “Giggs” in his radio days, found himself facing an unexpected offer. During a recent interview with Radio Free Asia, he unveiled the startling encounter with Chinese state security officers who approached him after his 32-month prison stint for “sedition” and “money-laundering.” Their proposition? Return to broadcasting, but this …

Malaysia has been struggling due to the recent rice crisis. Initially, the people in the country were suffering because of a limited supply of locally produced rice. They had to buy imported rice, which was way more expensive than domestically produced rice. Such incidents have affected the daily lives of Malaysians. Malaysia’s Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has now threatened legal …

Shanti Pereira clinched gold for Singapore in the women’s 200m at the Asian Games clocking 23.03 seconds, claiming “Asia’s Fastest Woman” title. She ran past defending champion Edidiong Ofonime Odiong and sealed victory for Singapore, claiming the gold medal after a nearly 50-year hiatus.  An emotional Pereira said it’s been so crazy. She shared her emotions and excitement. “I just …

In a night that sparkled as brightly as her aspirations, 26-year-old Tharina Botes, a model of Thai-South African heritage from Phuket, stole hearts and the coveted title of Miss Thailand World 2023. The enchanting ceremony, named “Miss Thailand World 2023: Real Beauty Empowers,” unfolded at Bangkok’s luxurious Berkley Hotel, setting the stage for a fairy tale to come true. Beyond …

In the dimly lit corridors of international business, far from the glaring eyes of the world, Samsung and SK Hynix, South Korea‘s semiconductor giants, have embarked on a covert mission, channeling a staggering $52 billion into the depths of China. This clandestine endeavor threatens to alter the course of global geopolitics, with a battle taking place not on the battlefield …

Japan has developed a robot that looks like “Mobile Suit Gundam” from the popular Japanese animation series. Tsubame Industries, a startup from Tokyo, has made “Mobile Suit Gundam,” with the goal of “turning science fiction into science reality.” Tokyo-based Tsubame Industries was founded in 2021 for anime lovers. The company wanted to develop robots. What can you expect from Japan’s …

Amidst the serene embrace of the boundless, azure Pacific Ocean, a saga unfolds that transcends the ordinary tapestry of geopolitics—a narrative where Taiwan, a resolute island nation, unveils an engineering marvel, one that resonates through the ages like an echo from the annals of human achievement. This revelation isn’t just the christening of a submarine; it’s the symphony of indomitable …

Cassandra Yap from Johor, a state in southern Malaysia, has become Miss International Malaysia 2023. She will represent Malaysia at the Miss International competition in Tokyo, the capital of Japan. Who is Cassandra Yap? What did she say after winning the competition? How much did she receive after winning Miss International Malaysia 2023 competition? Some facts about Cassandra Yap Cassandra …

Singapore is seeing a growing demand for installation of EV chargers in condominiums after the government stepped up grant. This surge comes despite Singapore’s electric vehicle adoption rate for private vehicles being low. But attractive incentives and a strong public charging infrastructure is bound to boost future demand.  The Land Transport Authority said that 578 EV chargers have been installed, …

In an unprecedented fiscal maneuver, the Philippine legislative chamber is orchestrating a clandestine reallocation of confidential funds, diverting them from Vice President Sara Duterte’s office. These mysterious funds are poised to embark on a covert mission, channeled directly into the formidable operations of the enigmatic Philippine Coast Guard (PCG). Their destination: the elusive world of safeguarding the West Philippine Sea. …