More than 100,000 litres of diesel spilt in Cambodia train derailment
More than 100,000 litres of diesel was reportedly spilt in the crash, which saw three out of 24 fuel tankers on a fuel train derailed in Chreh village, in Bakan district’s…
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Groundwater depleting fast in Bangladesh’s Cox’s Bazar
Many residents are forced to collect water from distant areas or buy it. Tube-well water has high salinity and is suitable only for bathing and household chores, while residents…
Nepal Prime Minister Karki faces contempt of court petition over ambassador recall
Advocate demands punishment for ignoring Supreme Court order.
Japan experts fear impact of free high school tuition; Will public schools be shunned in favour of private education?
Private high schools may become more popular as a result of this change, and there are fears that this will trigger a decline in public institutions.
Ousted Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina sentenced to death for crimes against humanity
The International Crimes Tribunal-1 also hands down capital punishment to ex-home boss Asaduzzaman Khan for crimes against humanity. Ex-IGP Chowdhury Abdullah Al-Mamun, who turned…
Childcare centres closing in parts of Malaysia including Kuala Lumpur despite rising demand
An expert said many are barely able to cope with steep hikes in rent, utility, and food prices, as well as stricter safety and health compliance standards.
Research institute warns Thailand risks falling behind ASEAN
If current trends continue, Vietnam’s GDP per capita will surpass Thailand’s by 2073.
Police intensifying efforts against cartels using Malaysia as transit hub
Bukit Aman has been proactive in the fight against major drug-smuggling cartels, says Inspector-General of Police. He said the police force views seriously the Prime Minister’s…
In Japan, drones being used to drive away bears
The drones are equipped with speakers, through which the sound of hunting dogs is played, or fireworks to drive bears deep into the mountains.
Inclusive AI governance: charting Vietnam’s digital future
The passage of the Law on Digital Technology Industry in June 2025 highlights the nation’s ambition to make AI and semiconductor technologies central to its development.