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Civil coalition rejects Indonesian government’s rewriting of history project

The Indonesian Historical Transparency Alliance (AKSI) member Jaleswari Pramodhawardani, who leads the research institute Lab45, said a circulating 30-page draft outline of the…

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Vietnam proposes abolishing death penalty for eight crimes in major legal revision

The Government has proposed scrapping capital punishment for eight serious offences, including embezzlement and drug trafficking, as part of sweeping amendments to the Penal Code.

  • Published: May 21, 20258:10 am
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New flight delay and cancellation law takes effect in Thailand

Under the new regulations, airlines must provide support and compensation for international flight delays or cancellations without prior notice, especially when passengers have…

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Marriage registration in China becomes easier, more romantic than ever

Gone are the rules about documenting permanent household registration, or hukou. Gone are the rules requiring that marriages take place in the hukou city of one partner.

  • Published: May 21, 20258:02 am
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Loneliness hits 62% of solo households in Seoul, city steps up care programs

The stakes are serious. South Korea recorded 3,662 cases of “lonely deaths” in 2023, or people who died alone without family or support.

  • Published: May 20, 20258:45 am
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With about 2 weeks left, South Korean voters use YouTube to ‘feel out’ candidates

In what appears to be South Korea’s most YouTube-driven presidential race, authenticity may matter more than agenda.

  • Published: May 20, 20258:42 am
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China’s industrial sector posts steady growth

Officials and analysts said that China's economic fundamentals remain solid and the country retains ample policy room and tools to navigate mounting external uncertainties.

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Japan poll reveals discontent over US tariffs, rice prices; nearly half favour opposition-led government

The 31% support rate for Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba’s cabinet appears to reflect the public’s low expectations regarding this administration’s negotiations over U.S.…

  • Published: May 20, 20258:35 am
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Philippine President Marcos on VP Sara Duterte impeachment trial: Let process take its course

Speaking in a podcast, Mr. Marcos said the ball is now in the Senate’s court regarding the impeachment trial, and that it’s best to leave the matter in their hands.

  • Published: May 20, 20258:15 am
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Observers question haste of ‘suicide’ verdicts in falls from high-rises in Cambodia

They suggested that authorities should conduct thorough investigations beyond simply cremating the victims’ bodies.

  • Published: May 20, 20258:05 am
  • Author Niem Chheng

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