A race to save edible food waste from Malaysia’s Ramadan bazaars
Last year alone, the volunteers saved more than 60 tonnes of edible food waste at bazaars in seven states worth more than RM720,000 before they were discarded.
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Vietnam second happiest country in Southeast Asia: Report
The report, which ranks 143 countries and territories, saw Vietnam rise from its 54th position in 2023, to 46th globally.
Female entrepreneurs in Japan suffer from sexual harassment; petition government for legal protection
Investors make up a large proportion of the perpetrators, and as the victims are in need of investment, it is difficult for them to come forward.
Toy trouble: Vietnam pulls dolls over South China Sea map
In response to the online outcry, the industry and trade ministry ordered an inspection of toys supposedly displaying the nine-dash line, which it warned were “affecting…
More Chinese cities offer ‘mother-friendly’ jobs to women with childcare obligations
The number of newborns in China dropped for seven consecutive years before reporting increases in 2024. The country has implemented many policies in recent years to address the…
Stateless man sues for right to be granted Malaysian citizenship
Velmurugan, 38, who said he has been asking to be granted citizenship for seven years now, revealed that it was difficult for him to find a permanent job to take care of his…
Airline power bank ban: Those who flout rules may be fined or have device confiscated, say experts
From April 1, Singapore Airlines and Scoot will prohibit passengers from using or charging power banks in-flight. Other Asian carriers, such as Thai Airways, Eva Air, and China…
Mt. Fuji entry fee to be raised to ¥4,000 in Shizuoka Prefecture
The ordinance also includes restrictions on entry between 2 p.m. and 3 a.m. to prevent “bullet climbing,” or climbing through the night to reach the summit.
Vietnamese ex-surgeon convicted of murdering, dismembering woman, handed death sentence
Suspect Danh Son also received four years imprisonment for robbery, and two years for possessing and transporting military weapons.
Thai man hides in Chiang Mai shopping mall to rob gold shop but traps himself
After grabbing several gold necklaces, he realised he could not lift the iron gate from the inside. Desperate, he searched for another way out but failed to find an escape route.