UK overtakes US as top choice for Chinese students: survey
The report says it's thanks to the UK's shorter academic programs and relatively stable political environment.
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Cambodia’s ‘green season’, halal offerings target Indonesian tourists
As part of its broader tourism strategy, Cambodia has made strides in becoming a more Muslim-friendly destination, a development that could attract not only Indonesian visitors…
Around 100 cats found dead at Japan woman’s home
The residence belonged to a staffer of Animal Assist Senju, an animal welfare group, who the group said was found to have gone rogue and taken in many cats without consulting the…
Man crushed to death while repairing excavator in Malaysia’s Kundasang
Rescuers found the 41-year-old victim trapped underneath the excavator and worked to remove him. Unfortunately, the man was pronounced dead at the scene by Health Ministry…
Murder of teenage TikTok star Sana Yousaf exposes the rot in Pakistani society
As half the country mourns the death of a bright young girl, others celebrate it because she was a 'TikToker.'
2 Japanese nationals murdered in China; suspect already detained
According to sources, Chinese authorities explained to their Japanese counterparts that the suspect’s motive was seemingly out of a “business dispute between acquaintances."
Bali drug trial of three Brits facing death penalty begins
Indonesia hands out severe punishments for drug smuggling and has previously executed foreigners, but has upheld a moratorium on the death sentence since 2017.
Singapore slashing: Man gets 19 years’ jail, caning for attempted murder of wife
Cheng Guoyuan had pleaded guilty on May 20 to a charge of attempted murder over the vicious attack, which took place on April 14, 2022. Videos of the horrific crime were widely…
‘Singapore-exclusive’ concerts are the way forward, while country still has the upper hand
After 2024’s sold-out shows by Taylor Swift and 2025’s run of shows by Lady Gaga, perhaps Singapore should angle for its next big fish in 2026.
Young Filipinos worry about financial, job security: report
Filipinos aged 18 to 34, however, are also among the most proactive in seeking help, a new report found.