A forward-thinking viewpoint on military education in the Philippines can be seen in Senate President Juan Miguel Zubiri’s support for the ROTC program’s reintroduction and his emphasis on tailoring it to meet modern demands. Zubiri recently stated his support for a “modified” ROTC program that considers cybersecurity and other contemporary military concerns. The proposed legislation aims to restructure the ROTC …

Threads, an online social media and social networking service operated by Meta Platforms, has been struggling to maintain its initial user engagement.  SimilarWeb Ltd., a data aggregation company specializing in web traffic and performance, has reported a significant setback in user engagement. According to recent data by SimilarWeb, Threads by Instagram witnessed a 79 per cent drop in traffic within …

Chow Kon Yeow, a Malaysian politician, lawyer and journalist, was sworn in as the Chief Minister of Penang for a second term on 13 August. Ahmad Fuzi bin Abdul Razak, the 8th Yang di-Pertua Negeri of Penang, handed over the letter of appointment to Chow Kon Yeow at Seri Mutiara, the official residence of the Yang Di-Pertuan Negeri or governor …

Thailand’s Central Retail Corporation has formed a strategic agreement with Ant Group to provide Alipay, a major digital payment platform, to its retail ecosystem in an effort to improve customer convenience and embrace cutting-edge technology. This collaboration represents a significant advancement in Thailand’s retail scene, as it uses the power of digital innovation to change transactional processes and streamline the …

India’s growing geopolitical and economic engagement in Southeast Asia puts it as a major force in the region, potentially acting as a counterbalance to China’s growing influence. This escalating dynamic demonstrates India’s proactive approach to regional geopolitics and determination to develop ties with its Southeast Asian neighbors. India’s expanding influence in Southeast Asia has drawn the attention of global observers …

The Miss Universe Organization has announced the end of its collaboration with an Indonesian event organizer, a landmark milestone that demonstrates the global entertainment industry’s commitment to ethics and accountability. The decision comes in the aftermath of significant sexual harassment claims levied against the organizer, highlighting the significance of maintaining a safe and respected atmosphere within the domain of beauty …

According to government insiders, Singapore is aggressively investigating the prospect of importing electricity from India as part of its ambitious green energy goal. This possible collaboration between the two countries might be critical in diversifying Singapore’s energy sources and strengthening India’s position as a significant participant in the global renewable energy market. Sources from within the Singaporean government revealed that …

Iran has declared the use of recently freed South Korean cash for the buying of non-sanctioned items, in a significant development aimed at boosting its economy and establishing foreign trade connections. The announcement comes as both countries aim to deepen bilateral ties and promote economic collaboration. According to a senior Iranian official who spoke on the condition of anonymity owing …

BOYNEXTDOOR, a famous boy band from South Korea, is in the limelight for their upcoming mini album “WHY..” BOYNEXTDOOR has been making headlines in recent days for their first-ever comeback. On Saturday, YG PLUS, a South Korean publicly traded media and advertising company as well as the distributor for BOYNEXTDOOR’s album, announced that the boy group’s upcoming mini album “WHY..” …

Ferdinand Marcos Jr., the President of the Philippines, has reportedly approved the adoption of the National Security Policy (NSP) 2023-2028. Cheloy Velicaria-Garafil, Secretary of the Presidential Communications Office of the Philippines, said that the president signed and approved the policy on August 10 in order to tackle national security challenges. Malacañang Palace, the official residence and principal workplace of the …