Blame game builds as state inspector starts Jamboree fiasco probe
Before the extreme weather forced an early closure last week, the gathering of some 40,000 scouts was already troubled by poor hygiene and other organizational mishaps.
Even after 76 years of independence, the quest for freedom continues
Pakistan carries on without a political compact, without a bipartisan claim on civilian supremacy, without even keeping to a defined electoral process.
Portraits of patriotism: Pakistanis celebrate 76 years of independence
Citizens dressed in hues of green and white participated in marches across different cities.
The essence of Cu Da soy sauce
Cu Da craft village produces special soy sauce that possesses a naturally sweet flavour, which necessitates a series of intricate and meticulous steps to achieve the final product.
Chinese video games expand global reach
Genshin Impact is one of the successful examples of how Chinese gaming companies are making big gains on the global stage, leading to broad optimism from industry experts and…
Hurry up and wait: The rise of competitive queueing
Once considered incomprehensible, competitive queuing for scarce purchases, special experiences has become a trend in South Korea.
Inheritance tax reform postponed amid criticism over ‘silver spoon’
Experts are calling for the government to ease the inheritance tax, as heavy taxation could undermine the local economy.
Disabled people take skills route to success
The growing digital economy and new industries have also created more job opportunities for disabled people.
A fish with a dozen names
The newest snack craze in South Korea is Meoktaekkang. For those who may find it hard to understand what the name means, meoktae is one of the many names that Koreans use to refer…
Korean doctors rake in sky-high pay amid shortages
The primary reason for Korean doctors earning more than their OECD nation counterparts appears to be the relative scarcity of medical professionals in the face of significant…