A Bangladeshi jail superintendent’s mission to teach kids stay afloat
A former award-winning national swimmer and a gold medalist in cycling, Jail Superintendent Amzad Hossain Don has taken it upon himself to teach these children the vital skill of…
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Nepal’s first women-owned rice mill—a business model developed by women for women
In Nepal, one cause of food insecurity is declining food production, as young people, particularly males, are unwilling to engage in agricultural activities because of low income.…
Celebrating the women who redefined Bangladesh sports
Despite not getting paid for two months by the then federation, the girls took to the Dasharath Rangasala Stadium in Kathmandu knowing they would not give up the title. They have…
3 die, 31 hospitalised after feasting on cooked sea turtle in southern Philippines
The victims, all residents of Barangay Linao, a coastal and fishing village in Datu Blah Sinsuat, have complained of stomach pain, some of them have vomited, after feasting on sea…
Father of Malaysian student who died during reserve training to take legal action
Muhammad Zaidi expressed confidence that the police investigation will uncover the truth behind the death of his firstborn, Muhammad Amir Rusyaidi, 25.
Singapore Airlines passenger who fractured spine in turbulence-hit flight gets back on her feet
Malaysian undergraduate Hong Mun Ying had been aboard the ill-fated SIA flight scheduled to fly from London to Singapore on May 21 but was diverted to Bangkok after it encountered…
Foreign spouses struggle to navigate Nepali immigration laws
The baby-fines stand for something bigger for these families: The insecurity of their status, the absurdity of some rules, and the inequality built into the system—as this would…
Former Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir ready to ‘mentor’ anyone aspiring to be PM
The veteran statesman, who has been prime minister twice, said his office is always open to those who aspire to do so.
Thai maid’s 100 million baht inheritance comes under legal scrutiny
Though many believe Auntie Tim may lose her windfall, a senior public prosecutor says the French woman’s questionable business practices and her will are unrelated.
Autistic children’s artwork helps fund specialised school in Cambodia
All proceeds will go toward the construction of a new 10-storey school designed specifically for children affected by the condition.