Korea declares road map to become hydrogen industry powerhouse
The government will support businesses with hydrogen technology to enter overseas markets and expand both public and private investments.
Vietnamese coffee exports set a new record
Despite inflation and difficulties in trade, Vietnam coffee exports recorded strong growth, according to experts.
Thai woman condemned for eating bats on show
In comments under the social media post, many criticised her strongly for risking an outbreak of new diseases from bats.
Cricket ice cream among Thai ‘future foods’ vying for Apec leaders’ menu
Examples of the innovative future-foods include carb-free ramen made from egg white, and milk-free ice cream with kale and passion fruit, and others.
Biden, Guterres, Trudeau at Asean Summit
However, Russian President Vladimir Putin has so far not confirmed his attendance.
Woman quits consulting job to give grandfather experiences of a lifetime
Videos posted on social media show 25-year-old Wan Minghui taking her grandfather to visit Beijing, fulfilling his long-cherished wish.
Talks focus on improving Sino-US ties
The ties between the world's two largest economies saw tension soaring this year after visits to Taiwan by US lawmakers and moves by the US that targeted China in various areas.
Nara: Traditional setta sandals attract global audience
The footwear industry in the prefecture dates back to the Edo period (1603-1867), with 80% of the nation’s footwear output originating from the area at its peak.
Tamil village praying for return of bronze idols from Singapore
Investigations by citizen activists and the Tamil Nadu Police’s Idol Wing traced the Somaskanda bronze idols in 2015 to the Asian Civilisations Museum in Singapore.
Jakarta workers, employers object to staggered office hours
More than 20 million motorized vehicles travel Jakarta’s roads and millions more commute from its satellite cities every day.