Series of bomb scares across South Korea raises security concerns
Between July 4 and August 11, eight bomb threats were reported to authorities, seven of which were made over the course of one week. All were determined to be false after police…
National affairs
More grads chart career paths in west of China
According to the Communist Youth League of China Central Committee, so far this year, more than 48,000 college graduates have participated in a national program to work at the…
Malaysia’s digital roadmap going strong
The Digital Minister described 13MP as “timely and critical” in strengthening Malaysia’s role in the regional digital economy.
International day of the world’s indigenous peoples: Indigenous communities in Bangladesh now just as vulnerable
From January to July, the rights organisation for indigenous people of Bangladesh documented alarming incidents of land grabbing, criminalisation, sexual violence, torture,…
Bangladesh Police: Equipped to inflict heavy casualties
A closer look at police’s arms procurement records reveals the brutal truth behind the July killings: the force bought 7 times more lethal weapons than non-lethal ones in…
Japan PM Ishiba makes no mention of ‘nuclear sharing’ theory at atomic bombing anniversaries
PM Ishiba instead emphasised the importance of maintaining the so-called three nonnuclear principles — neither possessing, producing nor permitting the introduction of nuclear…
Monsoon Session turmoil: Indian Parliament witnesses fierce debates, disruptions, and legislative push
While Opposition parties have been pressing for urgent discussions on several contentious issues, the government has sought to highlight its recent achievements.
Bangladesh’s investment slump deepens
Private investment has slowed sharply. Private sector credit growth, a key indicator of economic activity and confidence, is now at its weakest in more than a decade.
Tourism minister reassures guests: Cambodia still one of world’s safest destinations
Minister of Tourism Huot Hak acknowledged a sharp drop in the number of Thai and other foreign arrivals entering Cambodia via land borders with Thailand over the past month but…
Lao President urges ethical leadership, social stability in security sector
President Thongloun outlined the key major directives for the new leadership. He urged the committee to translate the Congress Resolution into detailed, practical action plans…