Beautiful, versatile Kebaya: Uniting Southeast Asia with fashion and heritage
The Kebaya is worn by women in Indonesia, Brunei, Malaysia, Singapore, southern Thailand, Myanmar, the Philippines, and Cambodia, expressing Southeast Asia’s diverse and…
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K-pop boy bands losing allure as career choice
While many girls still aspire to this dream, boys are increasingly turning away from the aspiration, as they become more aware of the hard realities of becoming a K-pop star.
Evidence in former President Duterte’s ICC case: His ‘kill’ rhetoric, words
The Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency listed 6,252 dead in anti-drug police operations during Duterte's presidential term from July 1, 2016 to May 31, 2022.
South Korea’s weapons in war against suicides
On the front lines of suicide prevention, the country combines tech, detailed targeting of hazardous materials, and human intervention.
Chasing the island dream
More and more urbanites are leaving busy cities to chase an idyllic dream of laidback island living. But many are finding that turning islands like Bali into a home is not free of…
From martial law to democracy: Pakistan’s long history of banning political parties
The federal government on Monday revealed its plans to ban former prime minister Imran Khan’s PTI — which was about to become the single largest party in the National Assembly…
Distorted awareness, weak law: How digital sex crimes thrive in South Korea
Dark web crimes surge with technological progress amid weak legal tools and public awareness, experts say.
Missed construction targets put capital relocation plan to Nusantara in limbo
The construction of the Nusantara Capital City in East Kalimantan has missed its target of having basic infrastructure such as water supply and electricity and some state offices…
Are pedal cams the answer to Korea’s sudden acceleration disputes?
These cameras, which capture drivers’ foot movements, are being touted as a means to provide clear evidence and settle disputes over the true cause of accidents.
Students and quota holders say reform is necessary
The quota system must be executed in a way that upholds fairness, inclusivity, and equity.