Duterte drug war: Thousands killed, menace stayed alive
Government data acknowledged 6,000 people dead in the brutal campaign to rid the country of the drug menace. Human rights groups estimate the death toll to be as high as 30,000…
Vietnamese government urges immediate action on air pollution in major cities
While the Environmental Protection Law 2020 outlines clear responsibilities for state agencies, local governments, businesses and individuals, enforcement remains weak.
Bangladesh ex-PM Hasina sued for ‘sedition, conspiracy to wage civil war’
The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) of police filed the sedition case with the Dhaka Chief Metropolitan Magistrate's Court yesterday.
Election is about Singaporeans recognising much is at stake in this new environment: PM Wong
PM Wong said his introductory visits to the various Asean countries – Brunei, Malaysia, Laos, Indonesia and Thailand – have allowed him to strengthen his relationship with his…
How South Korea’s massive wildfires started
They are believed to have started from simple mistakes by grave visitors, farmers, welders and even from burning a bag of chips near a valley.
Foreign ‘spies’ used drones to monitor Philippine, US naval assets
Six alleged foreign spies arrested last week in Subic Bay pretended to be fishermen while monitoring the movement of naval ships using high-tech drones, the National Bureau of…
Mongolian MP alleges political interference in late-night detention of independent media company employees
Ch.Lodoisambuu, speaking from his own experience as a journalist, claimed he was also detained for expressing his opinion.
AI plans emerge as central theme in South Korean politics
Potential presidential frontrunners present plans for addressing anxiety associated with AI.
Air pollution worsens across Laos
The Ministry of Health advises people to wear a face mask at all times when outside, to reduce inhalation of fine ash or dust.
How Bangladesh gained global legitimacy
The fact that Bangladesh gained international recognition at all is remarkable. In modern times, it is rare for a secessionist state to achieve international legitimacy without…