Gen Z drives America’s love for Filipino food, data shows
Interest in Filipino food has surged, driven by the growing influence and visibility of Filipino Americans.
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Single-person households in Japan expected to top 40% in 27 prefectures in 2050
The trend is attributed to an increase in unmarried people, the declining birth rate and the aging population.
Drug use among men having sex with men increases risk of HIV infection in Vietnam
MSM are expected to be the primary risk group for Vietnam’s HIV epidemic with over 40 percent of total new HIV infections every year coming from the group.
More teens in Singapore getting hooked on digital devices and seeking help
Counsellors and social workers in Singapore say more youngsters are dealing with various forms of digital addiction, ranging from excessive use of social media and the internet to…
‘Are you a T?’ is a new put-down in South Korea
By definition, people who test as T -- "thinking" -- tend to be more objective and logical, while those who test as F -- "feeling" -- tend to be more sensitive and emotionally…
Grief, anger rule Quetta railway station after deadly blast
The railway platform, otherwise buzzing with passengers now presents a desolate look.
Climate change drives dengue as mosquitoes climb to new altitudes
Dengue mosquitoes have been found in Jumla’s Chandannath at 2,438 metres, and health agencies are grossly unprepared.
Korean study finds ‘obese’ BMI may actually be healthiest
The country's BMI obesity threshold should be raised to 27 amid changes in body types and health patterns, experts say.
Qoo10 vendors, customers in Singapore accept they will likely not get money back
The Singapore High Court found Qoo10 to be insolvent and ordered it to be wound up on Nov 11, with liquidators appointed to take over the management of the company.
Filipinos top targets of online love scams
A study by a global information and insights company showed that 18 percent of suspected digital fraud attempts in the communities industry originated from the Philippines for the…