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Two years on, thousands mourn Itaewon tragedy, calling for accountability

The tragedy claimed 159 lives, most of them young adults, during Halloween celebrations on October 29, 2022.

  • Published: October 28, 202411:16 am
  • Author Lee Jaeeun
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China’s growing ideological crackdown sees more officials punished for ‘banned books’

The tougher clampdown could be an attempt to sustain economic growth and ensure political stability, an expert says.

  • Published: October 25, 202410:55 am
  • Author Michelle Ng
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Explainer: What can the UN do if North Korea sends troops to Ukraine?

The Security Council has a North Korea sanctions committee – made up of the 15 council members, including Russia – to “examine and take appropriate action on information…

  • Published: October 24, 202411:22 am
  • Author Ann Asianews Network
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Robots that paint, plaster walls to be rolled out at half of Singapore’s BTO construction sites

Using robots is part of the efforts by the Housing Development Board to improve productivity and safety at construction sites, said Senior Minister of State for National…

  • Published: October 24, 202410:40 am
  • Author Wong Yang
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‘K-pop is all about money’

While K-pop idols shine on stage, producers navigate challenges behind the scenes, especially when securing the funds to sustain their artists' careers.

  • Published: October 23, 202411:52 am
  • Author Kim Jae-heun
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Temporary Job Scheme a lifeline for accused maids awaiting outcome of investigations

Groups that help migrant workers say that in recent years, the authorities have been more willing to allow domestic workers accused of crimes to work while they are assisting with…

  • Published: October 21, 202410:10 am
  • Author Wong Yang
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Indonesia’s halal certification: Double-edged sword for Korean food industry?

For small and medium-sized food companies, costs associated with obtaining halal certification are a primary concern.

  • Published: October 21, 202410:05 am
  • Author Kim Hae-yeon
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The Great Wave

We have done the unthinkable—bring down a dictator—only to realise that the fascism within the body politic—and within ourselves—is much harder to dislodge than a…

  • Published: October 17, 20249:55 am
  • Author Ann Asianews Network
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Bangladesh ban on plastic bags a boon for eco-friendly sacks

Businesses said, however, most of the jute goods makers were focused on making fabrics suitable for the export market and were unprepared to meet the sudden spike in demand for…

  • Published: October 16, 20248:55 am
  • Author Sohel Parvez
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Why are Pakistan’s weather forecasts so cloudy?

One might assume that weather unpredictability is due to technology limits or climate change but the real issue lies within the Pakistan Meteorological Department.

  • Published: October 15, 20247:40 am
  • Author Hawwa Fazal

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