Vietnam ranks 63rd out of 116 countries, regions in English proficiency
The index was calculated from the test results of 2.1 million non-native English speakers, aged 18 and above in 116 countries and regions.
With ‘Suneung’ discounts, theme parks eye influx of high school seniors
The theme parks have begun their annual promotions aimed at test-takers looking to destress and celebrate their hard work. Everland, South Korea’s largest theme park, is…
Labubu dolls missing after boys tilt claw machine in Singapore; police investigating
CCTV camera footage seen by The Straits Times shows three boys playing with the claw machine at around 6.30am, with no luck. In another attempt at around 7am, the two boys can be…
Lessons on coding and AI to start in fourth grade: Indonesia Education Minister
Elementary and Secondary Education Minister Abdul Mu'ti also said that the ministry is looking into the possibility of hiring new instructors to teach AI and coding or…
National Health Security Office unveils first ‘Care Box’ in Bangkok to improve healthcare access
The kiosk connects patients with doctors to provide treatment for 42 common illnesses, helping residents save time and effort by eliminating the need to visit hospitals or clinics.
Increase the number of mental health professionals in public health facilities, says Malaysian assemblyman
Selangor Opposition chief and Hulu Kelang assemblyman Datuk Seri Azmin Ali, during the debate on the state’s 2025 budget on Friday, Nov 15, said statistics indicated that many…
Thai industry taps Japan for clean energy, soil recycling technology
Thailand's Industrial Estate Authority team tours leading Japanese companies for lessons in transitioning to circular economy.
Climate change threatens Jeju’s mandarin orange business
This year, prolonged tropical nights and rising temperatures delayed harvests and impacted fruit quality, prompting the island to adapt its agricultural practices.
Over 4 tonnes of batteries collected in Cambodia to reduce environmental, health impacts
The initiative involves the deployment of approximately 200 collection bins in key areas such as public spaces, government institutions, schools, malls, residential areas,…
Yomiuri honours Dr. Akihiro Seita for Palestinian refugee work
Since 2010, he has served as the director of health at the U.N. Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East, managing health care for about 5.9 million…