Covid-19’s rise and fall in a year of uncertainty
With the emergence of variants, health authorities have reiterated the importance of getting vaccinated and receiving booster shots.
Bangladesh’s female migrant workers: Over half return with shattered dreams
A study also found that over 60 percent of the returnees were unemployed after their return home.
Yomiuri survey finds 69 children sexually abused at residential care facilities
Of the entities surveyed, 22 local governments said there had been indecent acts at protective facilities under their jurisdiction.
Johor Forestry Dept to temporarily close forest parks due to monsoon season
Johor Forestry Department director Datuk Salim Aman said the closure will be implemented until Jan 31 next year.
Save the Children says staff missing after Myanmar massacre
Photos showed the charred bodies of over 30 people in three burned-out vehicles.
Malaysia’s Drainage and Irrigation Department predicts more flooding
According to DID’s flood prediction model, several areas in Kelantan and Terengganu are expected to be flooded on Dec 30 and 31.
Commerce Ministry: China ready for RCEP
The RCEP includes 10 ASEAN members, China, Japan, the Republic of Korea, Australia and New Zealand.
Push to modernize Indonesia’s education continues to falter
As schools were forced to close due to Covid-19, the government has been struggling to address longstanding obstacles to online learning.
Fatigue grows in Korean presidential election riddled with scandals
A poll showed 1 in 4 voters want switch in candidates as revelations of family misbehavior, party conflict make daily headlines.
Malaysians offer help to flood victims amid criticisms over official response
Other than organising independent missions to rescue those who are still stranded, some Malaysians are also offering free services.