Japan’s raid on alleged diesel cartel triggered by scale of collusion
The Japan Fair Trade Commission raided the companies under its investigative authority, which allows it to conduct compulsory searches and seizures based on a court warrant with…
What’s next for Nepal after ‘Gen Z’ protests forced its prime minister to quit?
While the constitution does not mention an interim government, experts have suggested that constitutional provisions be set aside temporarily for the creation of one acceptable to…
Why right-wing Shibir-backed candidates won Dhaka University’s student union polls
Organisation and relatable communication outpaced rivals.
Digital sovereignty at risk: Cambodian landmarks targeted in Google Maps attacks
An investigation has uncovered systematic digital harassment campaigns on Google Maps, revealing hundreds of offensive and fake locations targeting the country’s cultural…
What sparked Nepal’s Gen Z protests and rise of ‘Nepo kid’ campaign?
The social media ban came as the online anti-elite movement was gaining traction.
New taxes in Malaysia’s 2026 budget?
Economists appeared divided, noting the stretched state of the domestic economy following the recent expanded sales and service tax (SST) and the implementation of e-invoicing.
Thailand’s ‘deep state’ forces Shinawatra dynasty to step back as Bhumjaithai receives new government mandate
This political shift was marked by patriarch Thaksin Shinawatra's departure from the country, a move intended to curtail the family's control over political affairs during the…
Malaysia: Down a digital path of destruction
A teacher said that secondary school girls selling photos and videos of themselves in sexy and revealing outfits is rampant.
Why the Indus Waters Treaty matters globally
The treaty is a stunning example of international cooperation but now faces a new enemy in political collapse and climate change.
Indonesia’s planned new capital Nusantara risks ‘white elephant’ status
The legacy project of former president Joko "Jokowi" Widodo is battling a slashed budget, slowed construction and a deficit of interest from a new leader focused on social…