Penang extends unlimited free shuttle bus service into 2022
The move will see the state spending RM375,000 a month or RM4.5mil a year.
12 injured in pre-polls violence in Jashore
Chases and counter-chases occurred between the two groups leaving at least 12 activists of the both the groups injured.
Sports-minded disabled to get assist from Japan govt
Officials aim to encourage the disabled, especially those concerned about a lack of exercise amid the pandemic, to become more active in sports.
Samsung to produce mobile phones in Pakistan
The company aims to manufacture around 3 million handsets every year.
Prosecutors demand death penalty for man charged with raping, killing 20-month-old baby
The 29-year-old man was also charged with committing theft while on the run from police.
Covid-19 shots alone don’t ensure 100 percent safety, continued caution needed, experts say
Even though Covid-19 cases have been falling in Nepal lately and the vaccination campaign has been scaled up, there are concerns about breakthrough infections.
Marijuana legal in Thailand from Dec 9, but ‘doobies’ still not allowed
Though Thailand will legalise cannabis as of December 9, it will still be part of the category 5 narcotics list unless the Public Health Ministry decides otherwise.
Japan cultural agency to earmark ¥6.5 billion to preserve local festivals
The assistance is aimed at ensuring that traditional events, already plagued by a shortage of successors and regional depopulation, will continue.
Energy minister tells petroleum dealers ‘legitimate’ demands will be met, urges them to reconsider strike
However, he also made it clear that the government will not accept any illegitimate demands.
Livelihoods hinge on green recovery
As Asian nations slowly recover from the pandemic, it is important for policymakers to include climate adaptation and mitigation measures in their policy planning, analysts said.