HK chief exec’s Policy Address gives ‘clear direction, vigorous action plan’
The spokesperson said the Policy Address has rolled out a slew of innovative initiatives to help the city integrate into the nation’s development by actively engaging in…
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Airlines to increase international flights
During the upcoming winter and spring season, China Eastern plans to operate 108 scheduled international flights along 42 routes every week.
Indonesia to demolish football stadium where stampede killed over 130
The deadly stampede after a league match in the city of Malang on Oct 1 has been blamed on police firing tear gas in the stadium.
No stopping in-person classes for Philippine schools
Private institutions were also given the option to adopt five-day in-person classes aside from the blended and remote learning modalities.
Hong Kong CE to deliver Policy Address on Wednesday
Many are looking forward to his address to restore the city to its former glory.
Provision of medical big data to be greatly expanded in Japan
With more information becoming available, the data is expected to be used to identify side effects of drugs that were not detected in pre-approval clinical trials.
Japan set to scrap remarriage restrictions on pregnant women
The law, in place for more than a century, was originally intended as a way to aid the identification of the father who is financially responsible for a newborn baby.
Disaster vigilance key to reduction of risk: Hun Sen
He also said it was important to remain vigilant in the face of disasters and to pay attention to warnings.
Fight fake news without outlawing it: Philippines senator
She said that she was against legislation that would outlaw fake news, as it would curtail freedom of expression.
Philippine SIM card registration law signed amid privacy concerns
Local telcos, however, have called for the ramping up of the national ID system’s rollout and more time to prepare for the law’s implementation.