The day Kathmandu burned
On September 9, violence escalated as groups of arsonists showed up on the streets, vandalising and torching private homes of ministers and businesses connected to those in power.
National affairs
From Indonesia to Nepal, anime pirate flag has become a symbol of Asian Gen Z’s discontent
The One Piece pirate flag, first used in Indonesian protests, has inspired protesters in Nepal, the Philippines, and France who have adopted the flag that has come to represent…
Late Singapore tycoon’s fortune makes six grandchildren billionaires
The six are grandchildren of the late tycoon Goh Cheng Liang, who died in August aged 98, and who have each inherited stakes worth more than US$1 billion (S$1.3 billion) per…
Malaysia’s Proposed Anti-Bullying law to be tabled after Budget 2026
Datuk Seri Azalina Othman, a minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Law and Institutional Reform), said the deadline was to provide relevant ministries enough time to hold…
Indonesian military’s move against critic stirs debate over shrinking civic space
This comes after a spate of arrests by police of activists and social media users accused of instigating recent nationwide unrest.
Vietnam’s civil servants to be scored under new KPI plan
Those receiving fewer than 50 KPI points, or found to have committed disciplinary violations or ethical misconduct, could be reassigned or dismissed.
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…
Indonesia President Prabowo warns his Gerindra lawmakers against arrogance, flaunting wealth
Gerindra secretary-general Sugiono said that President Prabowo also called on lawmakers to focus on ensuring ongoing government programs are implemented effectively and reach the…
Bangladeshi family assaulted, looted; envoy’s car vandalised in Nepal
A diplomatic source in Kathmandu also said the embassy rescued a total of 30 Bangladeshis -- 10 from the international airport and 20 from various parts of Kathmandu – amid the…
Not just a disaster, Pakistan’s 2025 floods are a call to reimagine resilience
With global wisdom and local resolve, this crisis can spark a revolution in preparedness, ensuring no flood catches us off guard again.