Recreating late Vietnamese president Ho Chi Minh’s inspiring sandals
In 1947, he received a pair of sandals made from the rubber tyre of a French car—a humble yet symbolic gift. He wore them for 20 years, and they became an enduring symbol of his…
Malaysian women’s doubles shuttlers Pearly Tan-M. Thinaah believe action speaks louder than words
The world No. 4 pair have been under scrutiny due to their ongoing contract standoff with the Badminton Association of Malaysia but did not let the issue stop them from winning…
Filipinos still spending less in small neighbourhood stores–study
Consumers have increasingly opted for smaller, more frequent purchases to stretch their limited disposable income.
Sigh of relief, for now: The Jakarta Post
While the Geneva agreement brings hope, it does not undo all the damage. Global trade will never be what it used to be.
Famine in waiting: Dawn
In a world where millions go to bed hungry, and where children’s futures are traded for geopolitical gains, we must ask: how long can humanity endure this?
Bangladesh’s strategic tightrope in Rakhine
Bangladesh's dilemma mirrors that of many small states: act as a responsible global citizen while avoiding entanglement in others' conflicts.
Cambodia’s National Day of Remembrance: Recalling pain and resolving to prevent future genocides
May 20 provides an opportunity to commemorate the suffering caused by the Khmer Rouge regime and to reaffirm a commitment to preventing genocide from returning to Cambodia.
Israel will take all of Gaza: PM Netanyahu
Strikes kill 52 more, while 2 million are 'starving' per the WHO.
ICC prosecution requests deadline extension for disclosure of witnesses in Duterte case
With this request, the prosecution emphasised that the Chamber “may extend or reduce a time limit if good cause is shown.”
Growing acceptance of nonmarital births among young South Koreans
The dramatic shift in women's perceptions appears to come from their focus on career and a strong desire to form their own families.