UK overtakes US as top choice for Chinese students: survey
The report says it's thanks to the UK's shorter academic programs and relatively stable political environment.
Cambodia’s ‘green season’, halal offerings target Indonesian tourists
As part of its broader tourism strategy, Cambodia has made strides in becoming a more Muslim-friendly destination, a development that could attract not only Indonesian visitors…
Around 100 cats found dead at Japan woman’s home
The residence belonged to a staffer of Animal Assist Senju, an animal welfare group, who the group said was found to have gone rogue and taken in many cats without consulting the…
Man crushed to death while repairing excavator in Malaysia’s Kundasang
Rescuers found the 41-year-old victim trapped underneath the excavator and worked to remove him. Unfortunately, the man was pronounced dead at the scene by Health Ministry…
Saudi Arabia using AI and real-time translation to open Haj to the world
Real-time translation tools such as 'Smart Haj' and the Manara AI offer pilgrims aid in their native languages.
Brain-dead organ donors hit record high in Japan in 2024
Of about 900 medical institutions nationwide capable of organ donation, however, only about one-third have actual experience.
Eid holiday, rain spark fear of dengue spike in Bangladesh
Entomologists caution that without proper precautions from both city authorities and Dhaka residents, vacant homes and unchecked water sources could become breeding grounds for…
Northeast India continues to face flood crisis; Assam, Arunachal worst affected
Approximately 40,000 people are sheltering in relief camps. The death toll in the state has risen to 44, with casualties reported in several districts.
Impact of plastic waste key theme for Cambodia’s upcoming Environment Day
An estimated 4 million tonnes of waste are generated in the country each year. Of this, 20 percent is plastic waste — most of it being single-use.
Not just a fix: Indonesia’s coffee chains are brewing a cultural movement
Affordable, familiar and rooted in local pride, Indonesians are turning to homegrown coffee chains for more than a caffeine fix.