Deadly Seoul City Hall car crash fuels hatred toward senior drivers
Experts say finding root cause behind car accidents more important than blaming older drivers.
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Carmaker’s video showing controversial hand sign sparks outrage, corporate crisis in South Korea
The hand gesture, which mimics a pinching motion, is intended to mock the size of Korean men's genitals as a tactic to mirror the level of scrutiny women's appearances have been…
Thai man tattoos marriage certificate to celebrate nearly two decades of love
Nu (last name withheld) said the tattoo, which he got in January this year, was a celebration of his 19-year marriage with his 37-year-old wife. The couple has one daughter (16)…
Filipinos favour diplomatic solution to sea row with China – poll
The May 5 to May 9 poll had 1,200 adult Filipino respondents nationwide.
1.5 million Singaporeans to get up to $850 in August to cope with rising costs
These disbursements are part of the GST Voucher scheme, which helps to permanently defray GST expenses for lower- to middle-income Singaporeans as they cope with the hike in goods…
Challenges as online gambling increases in popularity in Cambodia
Streamlined systems allow users to begin gambling with minimal hassle.
Heatwaves and hormones: How climate change is taking a toll on women’s menstruation cycles
Research shows menstruation is either delayed or occurs much earlier than expected in countries most vulnerable to climate change.
Indonesian poverty drops to historic low as inequality narrows
Despite the relative improvement, the poverty rate still missed its mark by quite a margin. The 2024 state budget, for instance, sets this year’s poverty rate target at between…
South Korea’s main opposition floats 10-year mandatory service for junior doctors
Controversial plan offers state scholarships to public med schools in exchange for service in underserved areas.
Halving food waste can reduce hunger for 153 million people: Report
Around a third of food produced for human consumption gets lost or wasted globally, according to the Food and Agriculture Organisation, resulting in useless emissions and less…