‘I just want to help’: Amid chaos, Shanghai residents band together during Covid-19 lockdown
Many of the residents have joined an ad hoc group of volunteers to order supplies for the elderly, bring deliveries, and help during the lockdown.
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China opposes US interference in Tibet issues
A spokesperson said the government pursues policies of freedom of religious belief, including respecting and protecting the reincarnation of Living Buddhas.
Cambodia Women’s Support Group helping poor gain financial stability
This group of 15 women was formed to give the women back their autonomy and personal power by giving them a way to support themselves.
Laws to ban sale of cigarettes to those born after 2005 will be tabled in Parliament: M’sia Health minister
He said the proposed law was aimed at ensuring that the nation's young did not end up as cigarette smokers or vaping on nicotine devices.
Nepal’s Supreme Court set to decide on petition on women’s representation in local governments
Previously, the commission did not to make it mandatory for parties to field a woman when they nominate candidates in only one of two executive positions.
Malaysians set to hit the road during double holiday stretch
However, it is expected that air travel from Singapore and Indonesia would remain sluggish due to the standard operating procedures imposed when travelling to Malaysia.
Ruling affirms support for women in ending sexual violence on campus
To the relief of those who have been fighting to end violence against women, the Supreme Court has rejected a petition to revoke provisions on consent for on-campus sexual…
The ‘other epidemic’ hit kids hard: Malaysian Mental Health Association
The Malaysian Mental Health Association president confirmed that there was a spike in mental health cases among children during the movement control order period.
Water is ‘white gold’ for inclusive development: Hun Sen
Hun Sen also said water resources have become a key agenda that requires solidarity to manage them sustainably for now and in the future.
Higher car prices injecting more zip into rental car demand in Singapore
From 2017 to 2021, the number of such cars has grown by 9.3 per cent to 23,147 units, according to figures from the Land Transport Authority.