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Korean President Yoon files counterclaim against opposition leader, snubs court ordersMegawati, Jokowi feud intensifies after his dismissal from party1,200 punished for misusing rural school meal program funds in ChinaMORE HEADLINES CLIMATE AND ENVIRONMENT DawnHow Pakistan’s climate crisis is fueling violence against women The Jakarta PostResponders evacuate tourists from flood-hit hotels, villas in Bali DawnCitizens suffer as Karachi hit by severe gas crisis amid cold weather The Jakarta PostFloods, landslides hit various regions of Indonesia ahead of year-end holidays China DailyChina’s Yellow River Basin sees improved ecological environment The NationPlastic shopping bags turned into giant bear doll in Chiang Mai The Japan NewsJapan to oblige companies to set CO2 reduction targets Viet Nam NewsVietnam may face severe heat waves in 2025, meteorological centre warns KuenselMid-Latitude Region Network in Bhutan to address climate crisis DawnTime to start weaving benchmarks for climate resilience, sustainability The StatesmanWill Kolkata become the next New Delhi in the coming five years? The NationThailand bans imports of plastic waste from January 1 The Kathmandu PostEverest helicopter flights face stronger headwind Philippine Daily InquirerRainy Christmas seen in most of Philippines due to northeast monsoon Viet Nam NewsSevere cold spells in Vietnam forecast for January and February The Korea HeraldCold snap to hit South Korea from WednesdayVIEW ALL NATIONAL AFFAIRS VIEW MORE The survey by an independent organisation focused on public opinion research and socio-economic analysis found voters to be generally satisfied with PM Anwar's performance in attracting investments, improving the country's image, and improving the civil service. Around Asia, National Affair Right, NATIONAL AFFAIRSCases against ex-Malaysia PM Najib and family built on lies, says son ... Around Asia, Health, Home Page, National Affair Right, NATIONAL AFFAIRSNepal steps up surveillance after second mpox case ... Around Asia, Home Page, National Affair Right, NATIONAL AFFAIRS, TOP NEWS‘Trying civilians in military courts lacks transparency,’ UK says after May 9 convictions ...ECONOMIC AFFAIRS VIEW MORE Even with this possible integration, which is largely seen as Honda saving Nissan, it is still unclear whether the two will survive what has been called a “once in a century” storm for the car industry. Scandals reveal that organisational checking systems were poorly managed at the financial institutions, says Shinji Hatta, a professor emeritus at Aoyama Gakuin University who is an expert on organisational governance.EDUCATIONVIEW MORE The document aims to provide practical tools for children and their parents to ensure their safety on the internet while enhancing their digital skills. The Education Ministry said the best approach was striking a balance between a safe and respectful learning environment with the goal of promoting gender equality and inclusive learning experiences. SPECIAL REPORTSVIEW ALL MORE HEADLINESBangladesh Chief Adviser press wing debunks media reports on communal violence ...Malaysian commission unveils new code of conduct allowing parents to have control over kids’ screen time ...Malaysia will strengthen territorial defence while keeping diplomatic channels open in South China Sea ...Vietnam launches handbook for child safety in cyberspace ...Japan’s foreign visitor count from Jan.-Nov. 2024 breaks 2023 record ...CHINA China Daily1,200 punished for misusing rural school meal program funds in China China Daily2024 buzzwords in China reflect evolving dynamism China DailySupply of high-tech talent in China rises China DailyPresident Xi sees shining future for Macau, as SAR celebrates 25th year of return to motherland China DailyChina further expands its visa-free transit policy China DailyDNA helps uncover ancient families linked through marriage in Beijing China DailyEx-soccer executives in China get prison terms for corruption The Straits TimesThis industry is defying China’s retail slump, thanks to young people’s ‘emotional’ spending China DailyChina’s mpox vaccine ready for clinical trial China DailyChinese flock to Laos to beat cold China DailyMany regions in China stepping up measures to enhance female fertility China Daily‘Medical companion’ services on the rise in China China DailyFresh policies aim to nurture China’s new growth engines China DailyChina imposes visa curbs on US personnel for meddling in Hong Kong affairs The Straits TimesPrivate banks in China seek state capital amid economic pressures China DailyChina’s fresh approaches to winter pasturing see strong returnsVIEW ALL INDIA The StatesmanUnion Home Minister Amit Shah blames Left rule for Tripura’s backwardness The Straits TimesMore countries courting middle-class Indian travellers who are seeking new experiences The StatesmanWill Kolkata become the next New Delhi in the coming five years? The Straits TimesFalse domestic violence claims mobilise India’s men’s rights movement The StatesmanIndia’s Uttarakhand to launch heli service for transporting deceased to their homes The StatesmanIndia’s Ambani, Adani dropped out of Bloomberg’s $100 billion club this year The Daily StarDhaka-Delhi ties must be defined by respect and fairness: The Daily Star The StatesmanSolutions to cybercrime are crucial for India’s future: PM Modi The StatesmanCongress demands debate on India-China relationship in Parliament The StatesmanOdisha Zoo loses its prized possession: Female leopard dies of infection The StatesmanRussian President Putin praises PM Modi’s initiatives for India’s economic development The StatesmanDeadlock ends, India’s Parliament returns to normal business on day seven The StatesmanIndia’s health experts sound alarm bells on micro plastics The StatesmanCyclone Fengal induced mudslide: Bodies of all 7 victims recovered in India’s Tiruvannamalai The StatesmanResidents of India’s Durgapur choke with rising PM10 levels The StatesmanIndia emerging as major defence manufacturing hub: President MurmuVIEW ALL CRIMEVIEW MORE In November, Huang Wen, repeatedly rammed his car into a crowd outside a primary school in Hunan province, state broadcaster CCTV said. When the vehicle malfunctioned and stopped, Huang got out and attacked bystanders with a weapon before being apprehended. Most incidents were found to involve junior high school students, with those in Japan typically aged 13 to 15.WORTH A READ VIEW MORE The Japan government has decided to postpone its decision over the introduction of temporary alternative landing paths for Haneda Airport, partly due to the aircraft collision that occurred at the airport in January. The notion that the West has tried to impose Westernisation and secularism in Muslim regions in the past few decades is largely flawed. In fact, the West has done everything it could to ‘Islamise’ and, in some cases, radicalise the populations of these regions for specific geopolitical purposes.SOCIETYVIEW MORE In a statement, Health Secretary Teodoro Herbosa reminded Filipinos to avoid consuming too much fatty, salty, and sweet foods during the holidays. The 2022 floods in Pakistan amplified pre-existing gender inequalities, leaving women — who are least responsible for the global climate crisis — with a disproportionate burden of survival.MORE HEADLINESAt least 38 dead in gun attack on passenger vans in Pakistan’s Khyber Pakhtunkhwa: police ...Brunei signs landmark agreement to export processed beef products to Singapore ...Mongolian President Khurelsukh vetoes entire 2025 state budget ...Cops receive 11 reports claiming defamation in viral video about Malaysia PM Anwar’s CNN interview ...Indian Election Commission gives BJP, Congress one week’s time to respond to poll code violations ...“Illegal primaries” mastermind in Hong Kong gets 10 years in prison ...Indonesia’s Presidential Communication Office instals six new presidential spokespersons ...Global South adversely impacted by food, fuel, fertiliser crisis due to conflicts: PM Modi ... THAILAND The NationThailand opens emergency centre after cholera outbreak in Myanmar The NationPlastic shopping bags turned into giant bear doll in Chiang Mai The NationTrain crushes YouTuber to death on Thailand’s Ratchaburi bridge The NationHospitals on Thailand’s border with Myanmar face dwindling resources The NationThailand bans imports of plastic waste from January 1 The NationThai Senate approves amendment to parental control law The NationThai PM Paetongtarn outlines her vision in report on her first 90 days as PM The Nation1 killed in fatal wild elephant attack in Thailand’s Phu Kradueng National Park The NationEfforts to block malicious apps by Thailand, Google declared successful The NationThai doctor warns of missing deadly viruses from Australian lab The NationThailand launches new relief initiative to tackle household debts The NationThailand’s ruling party offers to withdraw bill to reduce military’s power The NationLong road ahead for Thailand’s new ‘democratic’ Constitution Eleven MediaMyanmar Embassy in Thailand denies 1,800-baht slip fee for 2-year work permit The NationConcerns grow over Thailand’s nationwide wage hike amid economic uncertainty The NationNeed for homes for elderly rises as Thailand becomes aged societyVIEW ALL MALAYSIA The Straits TimesFlying first class but deep in debt: Malaysia’s influencers in the spotlight for misusing funds The StarMalaysian commission unveils new code of conduct allowing parents to have control over kids’ screen time The StarMalaysian netizens outraged over small, overpriced school canteen meals The Straits TimesMalaysia will strengthen territorial defence while keeping diplomatic channels open in South China Sea The StarMalaysian special Parliamentary committee draws up recommendations to ease rising cost of living The StarFormer Malaysian First Lady Rosmah calls acquittal a ‘meaningful birthday gift’ The StarMalaysian influencer Ady Hu detained by Taiwanese cops for alleged fraud, Taiwan media reports The StarMalaysia mulls student segregation during sex education lessons The StarBali bomb plotters to be given ‘second chance’ to reintegrate into society, says Malaysia’s police chief The StarMalaysia cops bust over 40 syndicates, arrest 426 in 12-day nationwide operation The StarConcern over rising haj costs The StarBatu Puteh issue: Malaysia transport minister stands his ground, maintains ex-PM Mahathir acted on his own The StarMalaysian teenage boys more vulnerable to social media risks than girls, study shows The Star‘We don’t recruit, but we welcome,’ says Malaysia PM Anwar on People’s Justice Party The StarPossible tax hike for Kuala Lumpur next year The StarWhy fewer Malaysians are saying ‘I do’VIEW ALL INDONESIA The Jakarta PostResponders evacuate tourists from flood-hit hotels, villas in Bali The Jakarta PostFloods, landslides hit various regions of Indonesia ahead of year-end holidays The Jakarta PostMegawati, Jokowi feud intensifies after his dismissal from party The Jakarta PostIndonesia President Prabowo’s plan to pardon ‘corrupters’ raises eyebrows The Jakarta PostPolicy progress in female circumcision in Indonesia The Jakarta PostIndonesia’s ransomware scare highlights need for proper implementation of privacy law The Straits TimesIndonesia welcomes more Chinese EV makers, but hurdles remain in journey to become regional hub The Jakarta PostTwo suspects already named in Bank Indonesia graft case, Indonesian anti-graft body says The Jakarta PostIndonesia’s Golden Visa investments reach US$559k, below annual target The Jakarta PostUS vows to support Indonesia’s human capacity drive The StarIndonesia’s largest party expels Jokowi after he backed Prabowo for President’s post The Jakarta PostSecond group of Indonesian evacuees arrive home from Syria The Jakarta PostIndonesia proceeds with VAT hike but rolls out incentives to soften blow The Jakarta PostFamilies of Kanjuruhan stadium crush victims in Indonesia seek US$1.1m in compensation The Jakarta PostSolutions to ketamine problem: The Jakarta Post The Jakarta PostIndonesia President Prabowo’s suggestion for indirect regional polls lambastedVIEW ALL HEALTH Philippine Daily InquirerPhilippine health department warns vs “holiday heart syndrome” The Kathmandu PostNepal steps up surveillance after second mpox case The NationThailand opens emergency centre after cholera outbreak in Myanmar Vientiane TimesFirst beating-heart surgery successfully performed in Laos The Straits TimesSingapore watching four diseases as part of pandemic preparedness, says Health Minister The NationTeenage pregnancy on the rise in Thailand amid increasing cases of sexual assault The Kathmandu PostNepal receives 460,940 doses of HPV vaccine The Daily Star125 Bangladeshi women migrant workers: Most returned home with dire illnesses The Jakarta PostPolicy progress in female circumcision in Indonesia DawnFertility woes — the hidden cost of rising air pollution in Pakistan The NationHospitals on Thailand’s border with Myanmar face dwindling resources The Kathmandu PostKathmandu Valley’s worsening pollution puts children at grave risk The Daily StarDengue deaths cross 550 this year in Bangladesh The Kathmandu PostNepal set to miss 2026 malaria elimination goal as indigenous and imported cases rise Viet Nam NewsHanoi tightens airport health checks amid Congo mysterious disease outbreak China DailyNew target set to curb China’s HIV rate by 2030VIEW ALL SPOTLIGHT ON ASIA The Korea HeraldNot just moms, wives: Korean women’s daily struggle for identity China DailyColleges for elderly increasingly popular as seniors’ thirst for knowledge grows The Straits Times‘I am not an alien any longer’: Stateless 25-year-old becomes Singapore PR KuenselBartsham’s community museum in Bhutan opens to preserve heritage and culture The StatesmanWill Kolkata become the next New Delhi in the coming five years? Viet Nam News‘Non-professional doctors’ work tirelessly to save Vietnam’s wild animals The Phnom Penh PostCambodian grandmaster fostering martial arts prodigies, nurturing better citizens The StarAll ASEAN wants for Christmas is Mariah’s festive hit DawnBrain rot – Have you got it? The Japan NewsTokyo’s female rickshaw pullers draw attention The Kathmandu PostExploring Nepal’s remote corners The Straits TimesFlight of the common rose: How are Singapore’s butterflies impacted by climate change? The Korea HeraldSatire on the streets: Koreans turn crisis into festival of resistance Viet Nam NewsDisabled Vietnamese photographer shows art is for everyone Kuensel90-year-old Bhutanese master weaver honoured as living legend The Straits TimesTherapeutic garden opens at Punggol Park with Singapore’s first outdoor boccia courtVIEW ALL GO DEEPER WITH ANNComing SoonANN NewsletterSign up hereFollow us: