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TikToker jailed for Islamic prayer before eating pork

Eating pork is forbidden in Islam, which is the majority religion of the country.

  • Published: September 21, 202310:37 am
  • Author Nina A. Loasana
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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.

  • Published: September 21, 202310:36 am
  • Author Arjun Poudel
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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.

  • Published: September 21, 202310:35 am
  • Author Zhao Lei
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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.

  • Published: September 21, 202310:34 am
  • Author Kolette Lim
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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'…

  • Published: September 21, 202310:33 am
  • Author Lee Jaeeun
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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.

  • Published: September 20, 202311:11 am
  • Author The Kathmandu Post
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‘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…

  • Published: September 20, 202311:10 am
  • Author Sheridan Mahavera and Khoo Gek San
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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…

  • Published: September 20, 202311:09 am
  • Author Oswald Chan
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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…

  • Published: September 20, 202311:08 am
  • Author Ann Asianews Network
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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.

  • Published: September 19, 20239:08 am
  • Author Yumu Yamaguchi

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