China faces new demographic challenges
China's total low fertility rate and aging population will create some new challenges for its economic development.
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Rohingya refugees in Indonesia face constant hurdles in resettling
Many refugees still come to Indonesia with hopes of a better life, but they often receive no support during the resettlement process.
Liquor import ban leaves Nepal’s hospitality industry in low spirits
According to the Liquor Importers Association, Nepal imports alcoholic beverages worth $12 million annually.
Japan’s Emperor Emeritus diagnosed with heart failure
The 88-year-old former emperor has no subjective symptoms and is recovering after receiving treatment.
‘Traumatized’ Abra folk camp out in fear after earthquake
Many residents have been sleeping outside their homes, with many of these houses cracked and damaged by tremors felt as far as Metro Manila and Cavite province.
Despite reservation quotas for minorities, Brahmins continue to dominate Nepal’s civil service
The Civil Service Act reserves 45 percent seats for women, indigenous groups, Madhesis, Dalits, people with disability and those from backward regions.
South Korean PM to recommend pardon for Samsung’s Lee
Jay Y Lee, heir to the world's second-largest contract chip maker, was convicted of bribery and embezzlement in Jan 2021 but got parole in August, after serving 18 months of a…
Bongbong Marcos orders deployment of rescue, relief teams after powerful Luzon quake
A spokesman also said Marcos called on telcos to provide immediate assistance and free communications to all locations where towers have gone down.
Malaysia caught off-guard by sudden power cuts
Even the Kuala Lumpur International Airport was not spared as a blackout was reported through the Malaysia Airport Twitter account.
Philippines vape law to save smokers’ lives, including young adults: Former lawmaker
It is viewed as a ‘historic’ legislative public health measure by various sectoral groups.