People facing acute food insecurity reach 345 million worldwide
The impact of environmental challenges is another destabilizing factor that can drive food scarcity and lead to conflict and mass migration happening.
Society
When tested by fire, heat, pandemic and drought, Chongqing stands stronger together
Long known as a furnace of China, the summer of 2022 has made Chongqing the white-hot pinnacle of the unrelenting Chinese heatwave, up to 45 °C by day and remaining in the high…
The Rohingyas are running out of time
With every year that passes, a community that has witnessed the worst of humanity is being unmade.
Corruption academies
Rumors about bribery at state universities have been heard for years, but it has remained hearsay as no action has ever been taken.
Three Vietnamese dishes among best street foods in Asia: CNN
The list listed Vietnamese favorites banh mi, pho and iced coffee alongside dishes such as Korea's kimbap and Japan's takoyaki.
‘Humanitarian crisis’: Over 900 people killed in monsoon rains across Pakistan
The Minister for Climate Change underscored the need to meet the shortfall in resources, emphasising attracting partners and donors at the national and international levels.
Facing raging fires, young man jumps into action
When seeing a mountain fire break out in the Chongqing's Fuling district, Yu Qiupeng, a student from Chongqing Industry and Trade Polytechnic, said: "I just felt a 'boom' in my…
Motorbikes not meeting emissions standards to be restricted in Hanoi from 2024
For the vehicles that do not meet emission standards and/or too old and worn out, the city will offer vehicle owners financial aid to buy new ones or change their jobs.
S’pore’s repeal of anti-gay law a step forward for LGBT groups in Asia, say activists
Post-decriminalisation, discussions have moved to complex issues such as same-sex unions and marriage, adoption rights and anti-discrimination laws.
Maguindanao under state of calamity due to floods
Prior to the province-wide calamity declaration, six towns were already placed under a state of calamity due to floods that began in late July.