College is expensive? In South Korea, English preschools cost much more
The average yearly fees for "English kindergartens" in Seoul amounted to 15.72 million won ($11,800) in 2023—2.3 times higher than the average annual university tuition of 6.78…
Society
Hong Kong court to sentence two former editors found guilty of sedition in landmark case
Chung Pui-kuen and Patrick Lam of the now-defunct Stand News media outlet were convicted last month - the first time journalists have been found guilty of sedition since the…
At 99, Malaysia’s ex-PM Mahathir still has the need for speed
In a video uploaded on his Facebook page, the nonagenarian was initially seen in the passenger seat of an Audi Q5 SUV, then was later seen driving the car at a speed of 154km per…
Some pet friendly cafes in South Korea are finding themselves in the dog house
As of July, only 141 stores in the country are legally allowed to operate with pets on their premises.
What makes Filipinos start celebrating Christmas as early as September?
The most straightforward reason for the country’s long and early Yuletide season lies in its psychological framework to prepare and count the days to celebrate big occasions.
Indian barber keeps 100-year tradition alive with US$2.40 haircuts
Though he does not know the exact date the business began, M. Selvaraj, 36, said it was started by his great grandfather R. Kupusami, who came from India.
Malnutrition cases in South Korea nearly triple in last 5 years
85% of all patients are aged 65 and older.
Seoul seeks to improve foreign nanny program after two abscond
Wages not issue, but long commutes and caring for multiple kids burdensome.
Japan Rail employee in his 70s earns doctorate on safe train operations
Yoshinobu Katagata has been involved in railroad safety measures since the days of the Japanese National Railways, which was later privatized and broken up into different…
Pikki Pikki dance: South Korean cheerleader dance routine takes social media by storm
Named after the onomatopoeia for the beat's characteristic creaking sound effect, the dance is played whenever an opposing batter strikes out, as a playful jab at the opposing…