PM Srettha clamps down on cannabis for recreational use
The PM tasked the Justice Ministry, the Office of the Narcotics Control Board, and the Narcotics Suppression Bureau to work together to arrest drug dealers and seize their assets…
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One year of ethnic conflict in Manipur
The post-election scenario has dampened the spirit of the average Meitei and appears to make them less enthusiastic about helping the village defenders.
Australian NGO report speculates on laundering from Cambodia
The report said that more than AUD$516 million (US$339 million) in total funds was transferred from Cambodia to Australia in 2020 alone.
Why femicide and dating violence are growing issues in South Korea
In 2021, a total of 692 murders or attempted murders were reported, with 9.3 per cent occurring within close relationships, such as marriage or dating relationships, according to…
YouTuber fatally stabbed on livestream by another YouTuber in Busan
Suspect posts messages on YouTube while on the run, even sharing the news of his own capture.
No to violence: Bukit Aman’s classified crimes investigation unit to probe attacks against footballers
For the case involving Faisal, one of the suspects, a man in his 30s, was currently remanded until May 11, with initial investigations revealing that he had seven criminal…
Anime film “Your Name” producer referred to prosecutors for suspected violation of child prostitution law
The producer had previously been indicted on suspected child prostitution and child pornography offences.
Singapore waging war against drugs; death penalty effective deterrent: Minister for Home Affairs
In 2019, Singapore changed its policy towards drug abusers. Now, those who abuse drugs without committing other offences are sent for treatment and do not get a criminal record.…
Police seek arrest warrant for med student who killed girlfriend
The Seoul Seocho Police Station said the suspect, whom the authorities only identified as a student at a top medical school, was detained after allegedly stabbing his girlfriend…
Islamabad High Court judges’ letter: Justice Minallah says ‘truth kept hidden for 76 years’
A six-member bench is hearing the case about a letter penned by six Islamabad High Court judges alleging meddling in judicial affairs by the country’s security apparatus.