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More than 1.6 billion suspicious calls from Macau scammers blocked

The authorities said scammers were taking advantage of newer technologies and major events to create believable storylines to con victims.

  • Published: April 25, 20222:11 pm
  • Author May
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Imran ‘playing’ with Pakistan’s interests to keep his politics alive: Minister for Planning and Development

The comments come as the former prime minister continues to insist he was ousted as a result of a foreign-backed conspiracy.

  • Published: April 25, 20222:03 pm
  • Author Dawn
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Edible oil imports hit Rs100 billion even though Nepalis are not guzzling it

Less than 20 percent of the edible oil that Nepal imports is consumed in the country, with the remaining re-exported, almost all to India.

  • Published: April 25, 20221:56 pm
  • Author Krishana Prasain
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Indonesia’s Islamic parties may face uphill battle in 2024 elections: Experts

In an increasingly crowded political space, Islam-based parties face a lack of popular leaders to attract voters for the upcoming elections.

  • Published: April 25, 20221:53 pm
  • Author May
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Japan’s treatment for Ukrainians stirs debate over cold shoulder to other refugees

Ukraine is not the only conflict zone in the world, and the difference in reception has stirred up uncomfortable questions.

  • Published: April 25, 20221:16 pm
  • Author Ann Asianews Network
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Moon Jae-in to talk about 5 years of presidency on TV show

Hosted by journalist Sohn Suk-hee, the interview reviews Moon’s achievements, regrets, and opinion of the incoming administration.

  • Published: April 25, 202212:59 pm
  • Author Lee Si-jin
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Inflation in South Korea 2nd highest in region: IMF

The International Monetary Fund said inflation would hit 4% this year, second behind only New Zealand, in partly due to the war in Ukraine.

  • Published: April 25, 202212:43 pm
  • Author Choi Si-young
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Thailand should be free of malaria by 2024, declares DDC

The Department of Disease Control aims to get rid of the severe strains by next year by launching awareness campaigns.

  • Published: April 25, 202212:29 pm
  • Author The Nation
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Myanmar’s Suu Kyi awaits verdict in first corruption case

The deposed leader faces 15 years in prison if the verdict goes against her.

  • Published: April 25, 202212:10 pm
  • Author Ann Asianews Network
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Sanctions on RAB won’t be lifted without actions, accountability: US ambassador

The Rab Director General also recently spoke about how the force in 2011 established an internal enquiry cell to ensure accountability.

  • Published: April 25, 202211:00 am
  • Author The Daily Star

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