Pandemic reversed work done to counter child marriage
Even today, 13 million girls are still married off before they are 15, mostly at the compulsion of family or society.
Singapore, South Korea to allow quarantine-free travel from Nov 15 for those vaccinated against Covid-19
The jointly launched initiative will be the first of their kind between two major aviation hubs in Asia.
Singapore, US working on vaccinated travel lane, says Gan Kim Yong
The two countries are looking to conclude it as soon as possible.
Parents concerned about children, not rushing to travel
The government will allow interstate travel once 90 per cent of the country's adult population have been vaccinated.
A cure for Covid-19? Interest in anti-parasitic drug ivermectin remains strong despite warnings
Forums, social media and chat groups are rife with anecdotes of ivermectin's capabilities, even though health experts have warned otherwise.
India restricts syringe exports as demand outstrips supply amid Covid-19 vaccination drive
The squeeze could impact regular immunisation drives as well as Covid-19 vaccinations in countries that rely on India.
Chiang Mai to welcome Asian tourists from Nov 1
Chiang Mai is to be the first province to welcome Asian tourists under the “Unlock Thailand” programme.
Social media users smile at foreign officials skipping Taiwan quarantine
Former Australian Prime Minister Tony Abbot and a group of French senators are among recent visitors.
Malaysia’s Plastic Pandemic
Malaysia's are concerned about sustainability but behavioural changes are not happening fast enough.
Indonesia to reopen Bali for foreign tourists on Oct 14
Foreign nationals, however, will have to quarantine for eight-days at their own expense.