Concern in China over fire hazards in tall buildings following deadly Hong Kong blaze
High-rise fires are increasing in China, with 23,000 reported in 2023. Issues include flammable insulation and poor maintenance of fire safety systems.
South Korean ex-president Yoon’s trial begins over Pyongyang drone allegations
The drone deployment, the investigators argue, was aimed at goading North Korea into retaliatory actions that could be used to justify declaring emergency martial law.
China plans to implement key education reforms
The proposed changes aim to reduce family education costs while building a more skilled workforce for the future.
Glory inside, garbage outside: Public health crisis brews ahead of Pakistan’s National Games
The Games are set to kick off on Dec 6, with athletes from all around the country travelling to the metropolitan to participate in the event.
Japan PM Takaichi’s use of social media draws public interest, carries risks
While her posts draw people in due to their honest and humorous content, they pose the risk of online backlash.
Japan’s chief cabinet secretary Kihara orders streamlining of government structure
According to the Cabinet Secretariat, the number of conference bodies within the Cabinet Secretariat — headed by the prime minister and the chief cabinet secretary — has…
International community provides $16 million to help Vietnam recover from natural disasters
As of November 27, historic floods and landslides in the central region due to torrential downpours since mid-November had left 108 people dead or missing, and preliminary…
‘Black Wave’ rolls into Malaysia’s Sabah: Can independents turn into political kingmakers?
Analysts are divided, with some believing independents could be kingmakers if no coalition wins outright, while others see limited impact due to resource disparities.
Japan’s opposition parties prepare for snap general election, plot alliance
Some opposition parties, including the Constitutional Democratic Party of Japan, are trying to forge an alliance, though no detailed plan seems forthcoming.
Over 70 foreigners nabbed in immigration raid in Malaysia’s Johor
Johor Immigration director said those detained comprised six Indonesian men, 32 Myanmar men, 14 Bangladeshi men, 18 Myanmar women and two Indonesian women ranging from 18 to 47…