Mathematicians, firms to help govt solve social issues using AI
The use of AI and big data is spreading rapidly, creating more situations, in fields such as image processing, cryptography and finance, in which mathematical knowledge is…
Two sites selected for Unesco World Natural Heritage list
Environment ministry secretary of state Neth Pheaktra noted that as Cambodia was yet to have a Unesco World Natural Heritage area despite a number of ancient temples listed as…
Chinese scientists solve issues in growing seedless lychee
More than 40 percent－and sometimes 90 percent－of the fruit is lost before harvest each year, greatly affecting the economic efficiency of the plantation.
Japan research group develops high-yield, salt-resistant rice strain
The research group is now considering collaborating with overseas researchers to speed adoption of the new salt-resistant gene in local rice strains.
Hong Kong floating restaurant Jumbo sinks in South China Sea
The restaurant, a once famed but financially struggling Hong Kong tourist attraction, capsized near the Paracel Islands after it "encountered adverse conditions" on June 19.
Officials debunk rumour Walmart banning Thai coconut
The false reports said Thailand was using monkeys to pick coconuts.
Thousands face the axe as Shopee trims its regional operations
The ecommerce platform has been suffering losses for many years, and Sea Group’s revenue mostly comes from the video game operator Garena.
Evacuated Fukushima villagers return home, but not without worries
11 years from when the Noyuki community were asked to relocate, many residents have already rebuilt their lives and settled down in areas where they had been evacuated.
S’pore lure makes it harder for Johor hotels to hire
The biggest challenge, according to Malaysian employers, is trying to compete with Singaporean hotels who are able to offer better salaries due to the high exchange rate.
Happiness takes root with wonder crop
A farmer said the income from ramie exceeded her family’s expectations - and it proved to be four to six times more profitable than planting maize or cassava.