Indonesian government considers taking steps to protect mainstream media
Indonesian press and the mainstream media in the country have struggled financially for years amid the domination of global platforms that monopolise the production and…
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Fuel supply remains stable, Lao government reassures public
The message was delivered in response to growing public concern and social media reports about fuel shortages.
10 types of people you always see at an iftar table
"The iftar table often reveals our true personalities because, first, we have been fasting since dawn, and second, the cold shorbot is making the last few minutes feel a little…
Pay pollution tax to drive in Delhi? Experts suggest congestion pricing to Delhi government
Delhi environment minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa said that the government is working on a sector-wise strategy to reduce emissions across the city.
Short-form platforms push K-pop songs to get shorter
A roughly 15-second viral hook — the segment most likely to spread through short-form videos and dance challenges — can make or break a song’s popularity.
Speed limits on Pakistan’s motorways and national highways reduced amid government’s austerity drive
The press release said that the step was taken in light of the instructions of the prime minister of Pakistan to ensure efficient energy use and encourage fuel savings.
Bhutanese government working on population strategy to tackle low fertility and migration
To address the decline, the government previously pledged a monthly cash incentive of Nu 10,000 for families with a third child or more, payable until the child turns three.…
Rising Kabuki star works to ensure deaf audience’s enjoyment of performances via subtitle service
This is part of a larger move to enable a wider audience to enjoy kabuki performances through the provision of written dialogue.
Mongolia considers law restricting social media registration for minors under 16
The draft law seeks to secure their personal information, protect their physical and mental health and development, preserve their upbringing, and shield them from crime,…
Video of Japanese woman pushing Korean child sparks outrage
The incident appears to resemble cases involving so-called "butsukari otoko," a term used in Japan for individuals who deliberately collide with passersby.