16 of 20 Pakistani survivors of Italian shipwreck in ‘good physical condition’: Foreign Office
The vessel had set sail from Turkey with migrants from Pakistan, Afghanistan, Iran and several other countries, and crashed in stormy weather.
By-election results to directly impact Kishida: LDP Sec-gen
A single defeat for The Liberal Democratic Party could lead to a decline in the prime minister’s influence within the party.
7-day strike vs jeepney ban set in Metro Manila, regions
The Transportation Secretary appealed to transport groups to have a dialogue with the concerned government agencies before deciding on a strike.
Indonesia boosts vigilance amid global bird flu outbreaks
Based on the World Health Organization assessment, at least for now, there is no evidence to suggest that humans are highly prone to being infected by the virus or that there has…
Hard fight: Combatting childhood cancer in Indonesia
Fifty percent of children with cancer are diagnosed late, significantly impacting their survival rates.
President Yoon vows to combat school violence amid bullying case fallout
The president also committed to enhancing the government's role in education and care, and providing more “equitable and diversified” educational opportunities.
Tax, interest repayments eat up 27% of South Korean’s income
As non-consumption expenditures increase, disposable income used for the personal consumption of goods and services decreases.
Vietnam’s universities open new digital-related majors to meet students’ demands
Many universities are aiming to keep up with the inevitable trend of digital transformation in the fourth industrial revolution and students' demands.
More Korean women think marriage, childbirth unnecessary: Survey
The study suggested that the importance of marriage and childbirth appear to be connected to respondents' perception of Korean society.
Indonesia’s civil servants wary of ‘compulsory’ move to new capital
“As a civil servant, I support this plan. But it’s a shame that the discussion always revolves around ‘duty’ and ‘compulsory relocation’", one said.