Pilgrim flights delayed by Iran-Israel attacks arrive in Indonesia
Two groups of Indonesian pilgrims from the Surabaya embarkation point in East Java were forced to spend the night in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia after their return flights were delayed…
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Inside the mental health struggles of caregivers in Singapore
Here, three individuals share their stories about the realities of caregiving.
Singapore’s new blueprint will give residents more flexibility to choose ideal home: Analysts
The new masterplan focuses more on creating an environment that fosters a healthier and more active lifestyle, supports the Republic’s ageing population and addresses the…
Bhutan prepares for an aging society
Projections indicate Bhutan will become an aging society by 2027, with the elderly population nearly doubling by 2047.
Why can’t Korean children play more?
With academic pressure high, mothers fear falling behind as children turn to screens in free time.
Why is New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani winning South Asian hearts across the globe?
The answer: with iconic Bollywood references, hilarious memes and great policies.
South Korean man’s wrongful spy charges overturned, 58 years after execution
A separate retrial in the 2020s also cleared the charges against the younger brother and sister of the deceased.
Concerns rise as some Korean teens seem to take suicide lightly
Teen suicide rate rises to 7.9 deaths per 100,000 teens in 2023, as experts call for stronger mental health support.
Vaccinations stall globally as Pakistan sees 2nd highest number of zero-dose children in South Asia
419,000 Pakistani children fall into that category.
Obesity on the rise in Vietnam, outpacing regional neighbours
The country is experiencing a 38 percent increase in overweight and obesity rates.