Arsenic in the water: Toxic ‘time bomb’ threatens Mekong river basin
Doctors have found elevated levels of toxic arsenic in his fingernails and urine, with the heavy metal also detected in the river that millions of people in Southeast Asia depend…
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Cambodia authorities seize over 23 tonnes of smuggled Thai goods
The discoveries were made by officers from the Phnom Penh branch of the Consumer Protection, Competition and Fraud Repression Directorate-General (CCF), in collaboration with…
Brunei Sultan calls for coordinated effort for job creation
His Majesty hopes that this coordination mechanism will continue to strengthen the whole-of-government approach that he has consistently emphasised in efforts to achieve the goals…
15 bodies recovered in Bangladesh in 21 days, sparking public concern
Three murder cases and 10 unnatural death cases filed as residents raise fears over law and order.
South Korea President Lee to meet G7 leaders as hopes grow for end to Iran conflict
Speculation rises as to whether President Lee will meet US counterpart Trump on the sidelines of the summit.
Telegram temporarily banned in India till June 22 to prevent cheating in re-exam
The decision has been taken to prevent alleged paper leaks and misinformation campaigns ahead of the NEET (UG) 2026 re-examination scheduled for June 21.
Saudi Arabia’s new skill test rule adds hurdles for Nepali workers
New rule taking effect today requires workers travelling to the kingdom on labour visas to pass a mandatory skills certification test.
Turning creativity into currency: Thailand’s drive to build soft power economy on intellectual property
From royal textile designs to a national IP reform agenda, Thailand is making the case that cultural heritage — rigorously protected and commercially deployed — is one of its…
Vietnam presides over opening session of 36th meeting of States Parties to UNCLOS
Permanent Deputy Foreign Minister Nguyen Minh Vu called for stronger international cooperation and greater resource mobilisation to protect the oceans and ensure a peaceful,…
After detention reform, migrants in South Korea still face locked doors and long waits
Rights groups cite rising detention numbers, rejected review requests, continued confinement of minors.