Indonesia on alert as monkeypox emerges in Australia
It remains unclear what is driving the outbreak, with scientists trying to understand the origins of the cases and whether anything the virus had changed.
Society
Omakase adds new flavor to Seoul’s food scene
From coffee to grilled pork, chef-curated dining services transcend business boundaries.
Tradition of worshipping the heavens continues in 21st century South Korea
From the earliest times in Korean civilization, Koreans looked to the heavens for spiritual strength.
Thai noodle shop vows to keep 3-baht price despite higher costs
Owner Thawat Pirata said that his shop had never experienced this level of high costs and low profits due to the rising cost of raw materials since it was set up 34 years ago.
Post-pandemic world becomes challenge for disaster resilience
UN Deputy Secretary-General Amina J. Mohammed said the Covid-19 pandemic and the climate crisis should change the world’s risk calculus.
Crossing borders: stories of intercaste marriages in Bali
Once punishable by death, intercaste marriages leave a complex legacy for modern Balinese.
No monkeypox ban for African visitors to Cambodia
As of May 23, a total of 158 persons had been confirmed as being infected with monkeypox, according to the World Health Organisation, with 19 countries having detected the virus.
Carrie Lam vows to firmly uphold rule of law to scale new heights
She also said that the rule of law is the cornerstone and core value of Hong Kong’s success, and the Basic Law protects Hong Kong’s human rights and the independence of the…
China’s retirees to see increase in pensions
According to a government release, retirees can see as much as a 4 percent increase in their monthly payments retroactive to Jan 1.
Helmets made compulsory for pillion-riders in Mumbai
Offenders attract a fine of Rs 500 for riders without helmets and suspension of their driving license for up to three months or both.