Malaysian timber tycoon Rimbunan Hijau founder Tan Sri Tiong Hiew King passes away at 95
Tiong, 95, is survived by his wife Puan Sri Ngu Yii Chuo, and five children.
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Cambodian tycoon denies Thai scam links, calls asset raid news ‘fake news’
Cambodian businessman and Senator Ly Yong Phat, founder of the LYP Group, denied reports claiming that Thai authorities raided 36 properties and froze assets worth 400 million…
Nearly 200 illegally bred iguanas found at unlicensed wildlife facility in Vietnam’s An Giang
Native to the tropical regions of Central and South America, the green iguana is known for its docile temperament and adaptability to captivity.
Food upcycling trend boosts restaurant profits by 4%, Thai market expected to hit 15.9 billion baht by 2035
The concept focuses on reusing surplus ingredients and adding value by transforming what would otherwise be discarded into new, marketable products that enhance both profitability…
Singapore-bound ferry from Indonesia’s Batam collides with tanker, all safely evacuated: media
Investigations are ongoing to find out the cause of the accident and potential environmental impact.
It’s not a sinkhole, no need to panic: Kuala Lumpur mayor
Mayor Maimunah Mohd Sharif said the incident at Jalan Bunus yesterday was only a case of ground settlement and not a repeat of last year’s tragedy.
Lost baby elephant in Thai sanctuary rescued safely after five-day search
Heavy rainfall and flash floods at the time were believed to have swept the calf away from its mother.
Monk loses lawsuit against Seoul temple over 14 years of alleged unpaid wages
The court dismissed the claim, citing a lack of evidence that a formal employment relationship existed.
South Korea’s Gumi City faces backlash over video featuring blackface
A promotional video by South Korea’s Gumi City sparked outrage for depicting blackface. Critics condemned the portrayal as racist and culturally insensitive, prompting the city…
Bodies of two missing Indian nationals retrieved in Nepal’s Manang
The father and daughter had left Gyaltsen Hotel on October 26, saying they were going to visit the monastery, but remained out of contact since.