Ex-soccer executives in China get prison terms for corruption
Du Zhaocai, former deputy head of the General Administration of Sport of China and former vice-president of the Chinese Football Association, was sentenced to 14 years in prison…
Families of Kanjuruhan stadium crush victims in Indonesia seek US$1.1m in compensation
135 people were killed and hundreds more were injured in the Kanjuruhan stampede, which occurred after a match between home team Arema FC and archrival Persebaya Surabaya at…
Japan, Italy, U.K. launch body to manage next-generation jet project
The three countries aim to deploy the next-generation fighters from 2035. The new body, which includes officials from each country, will sign contracts with private-sector joint…
Child sex trafficking ring from Vietnam to Laos busted
Several victims were rescued as part of the operation.
Philippine President Marcos vows to make overseas work a choice, not a necessity
Speaking at the 2024 Presidential Awards for Filipino Individuals and Organizations Overseas (PAFIOO) in Malacañang Palace, Mr. Marcos mentioned current government initiatives…
Efforts to block malicious apps by Thailand, Google declared successful
The joint effort, which leverages Google Play Protect’s advanced security features, aims to safeguard Thai citizens from cyber threats.
Respect for, implementation of UNCLOS in line with Vietnam’s long-standing principles, policies
The 1982 United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS), hailed as a 'Constitution for the Oceans,' has established a comprehensive international legal framework…
Japan’s ruling party pushes to convene ethics panel this year
The LDP leadership aims to have all 15 lawmakers who underreported funds attend the hearings of the Deliberative Council on Political Ethics. However, the party is having a…
Myanmar Embassy in Thailand denies 1,800-baht slip fee for 2-year work permit
According to some Myanmar workers in Thailand, some workshops and workplaces in Thailand are currently charging nearly 10,000 baht for temporary work permits.
VP Duterte’s claim to being target of assassination is ‘fake,’ says lawmakers
Assistant Majority Leader Jude Acidre said in a statement on Sunday: “The supposed assassination threats against Vice President Duterte are fake — completely unfounded and…