Data unit on MU5735’s second flight recorder in good shape, officials say
The unit survived the impact and has been sent to professional laboratories for decoding.
Indonesia preparing tough new curbs for online platforms
The rules are among the most stringent globally on social media and follow intensifying crackdowns on online content.
Everest base camp to have high-speed 4G connectivity by end 2022
With 4G service enabled, locals in the remote mountainous region will also benefit, particularly in search and rescue efforts.
South Korea’s president, successor clash escalates over relocation plans
President-elect Yoon Suk-yeol and his aides have stated on numerous occasions that the new administration will not move into Cheong Wa Dae.
Xi orders all-out rescue efforts after plane crash
He also ordered swift action to be taken to identify the cause of the crash and to strengthen the safety overhaul of the civil aviation sector to ensure the safety of the sector…
With his house of cards collapsing, can Pakistan’s PM find respite in a legal loophole?
Last year, the premier urged lawmakers to use their 'democratic right'. Now, he wants to make it illegal for them to do so.
Calls for General Elections to be held growing louder in Malaysia
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob, who is also Umno vice-president, said Umno had yet to discuss internally about having a general election immediately.
Cambodia may exit Least Developed Country status ‘by 2028’ on RCEP
Late last month, the World Bank noted that Cambodia ranked third in both real income gains and export growth among RCEP members.
Politicians, journalists find India court’s decision to uphold hijab ban ‘disappointing, violation of rights’
After weeks of deliberations, Karnataka's high court ruled that the wearing of the hijab "does not form a part of essential religious practice in Islamic faith".
Philippines govt bites high rate bullet, borrows P9.14B amid ‘risky’ Ukraine-Russia war
The government borrows more locally through treasury bills and bonds to temper foreign exchange risks while taking advantage of flushing liquidity in the financial system.