Myanmar earthquake has left 3,735 dead, 5,108 injured, and 120 missing to date
In terms of rescue workers, 2,094 people have arrived, as well as 2,514.6 tons of relief supplies and 1,197.12 tons of relief materials.
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South Korean military under fire for ‘lack of discipline’ after series of major accidents
The series of incidents came amid a leadership vacuum in the military that began in December, prompting security concerns due to signs of a weakened defense posture.
Indonesian President Prabowo faces leadership test as former president Jokowi’s influence lingers
Mr. Prabowo, who assumed office late last year, has faced renewed questions about the loyalty of his cabinet after a steady stream of his ministers who are allied with Mr. Jokowi…
Chinese executive linked to Bangkok building collapse arrested
Preliminary findings revealed that three Thai nationals were used as proxy shareholders on behalf of foreign interests, violating Thailand’s Foreign Business Act.
Young Vietnamese women increasingly freezing their eggs
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South Korea’s gender equality index falls to all-time low
Gender inequality shown to be worst in decision-making and care (i.e. domestic labor, child and elderly care).
Hackers take over accounts at Japan securities firms, make illicit stock trades in apparent bid to raise prices
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US-led world order that allowed Singapore to thrive is fraying: PM Wong
The US-China rivalry is already reshaping the world and will define geopolitics for years to come, Mr. Wong told an audience of about 900 at the annual S. Rajaratnam Lecture on…
Videos, photos, 8,000 pages: More evidence vs Philippine ex-president Duterte
The international tribunal’s prosecutor says at least 421 documents and about 16 hours of audio and video files will be among the evidence against the ex-president in a…
Indonesia’s retail sales barely grow despite Idul Fitri boost
Respondents to the survey said they were more optimistic about the outlook for the next three to six months, as they expect sales to increase in May and August thanks to…