TikToker jailed for Islamic prayer before eating pork
Eating pork is forbidden in Islam, which is the majority religion of the country.
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Nepal drug regulator bans 103 antibiotic combinations
The move of the department aims to reduce antibiotic resistance, which is alarmingly high in the country.
Dish for massive astronomy project begins production in Hebei
Upon its scheduled completion in about 2028, the Square Kilometre Array will be the largest and most advanced astronomy equipment in the world.
Concern over TikTok trolls posing as IMH doctors to make fun of mental health issues
While they are meant to be tongue-in-cheek, experts and other users say the comments could trivialise mental health issues.
20 companies pay fines rather than pay for day care in South Korea
Businesses that have more than 500 workers or 300 female workers are required by law to either set up day care facilities, or pay nearby centres that take care of their workers'…
Students from remote Baitadi village brave river to reach school every day
Around 40 students from ward 6 of Sagada village wade through the Nwaghari river to reach Ganesh Secondary School.
‘More work equals more money’: More Malaysians opt for gig work for income
Perak Motorcycle Delivery Riders Welfare Association president Mohd Azad Mohd Hussin said working for delivery platforms is still seen as a top choice for school-leavers and even…
JPEX case: Police get over 1,600 complaints involving $153 million
The unlicensed virtual asset trading platform also restricted users from withdrawing money in disguise, as the withdrawal limit was set at $1,000, but the handling fee was…
Foreign ministry asks Japanese police for fair probe into ‘bleach water’ case
The request came after a South Korean national was hospitalized in Tokyo late last month after showing symptoms, such as vomiting, after drinking water served by the restaurant…
100-year-old world’s oldest female beauty advisor enjoys working
Centenarian Tomoko Horino, from Fukushima City, started working as a cosmetics saleswoman at the age of 37 after being recommended by an acquaintance.