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Luhut takes stand in defamation case against activists

The former Army general insisted he did not play any role that led to the growing military presence the Papua province.

  • Published: June 9, 20238:59 am
  • Author Nur Janti
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PM Hun Sen urges end to scorn of entertainment sector workers

He urged the public to show compassion and respect, and asked authorities to act against those who engage in discriminatory behaviour.

  • Published: June 9, 20238:58 am
  • Author Neang Sokunthea
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Jeju population declining as young Koreans leave

Young people aged 40 and under left Jeju to find jobs, and those aged 50s and older live there after retirement, according to the authorities.

  • Published: June 8, 202312:49 pm
  • Author Lee Jaeeun
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What will it take for dishonourable men to stop killing women for honour?

Existing legal provisions have proven insufficient in successfully criminalising, and combatting this deep-rooted practice-turned-tradition.

  • Published: June 8, 202312:40 pm
  • Author Ayman Zafar
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Korean pride parade to take to Euljiro streets after Seoul Plaza refusal

The annual queer festival has been held at Seoul Plaza every year since 2015, except for 2020 and 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

  • Published: June 8, 20239:35 am
  • Author Lee Jung-Youn
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Golden visa program a golden opportunity for Indonesia

The benefits of a golden visa program go beyond fiscal advantages. It fosters cultural dialogue, transfers of knowledge and many other intangible benefits that will pay out…

  • Published: June 7, 20234:04 pm
  • Author The Jakarta Post
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Korean fathers miss out on OECD’s longest paternity leave

Only approximately one in five fathers in Korea are using paternity leave, despite being entitled to the longest period of child care leave among OECD countries.

  • Published: June 7, 20232:02 pm
  • Author No Kyung-min
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Prioritise the Rohingya’s safety and well-being

Despite international calls for their repatriation and restoration of their rights, the Myanmar government has shown little genuine commitment to resolving the crisis.

  • Published: June 7, 20231:48 pm
  • Author San Thai Shin
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Microplastics: Why we now already breathe, ingest killer plastics

The UN Environment Programme said that out of the 400 million tons of plastic produced every year, 50 per cent is designed only for single use.

  • Published: June 7, 20231:37 pm
  • Author Kurt Dela Pena
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Man to sit gaokao for 27th time to realise his dream

His repeated tries have earned him a reputation in gaokao and are met with mixed responses.

  • Published: June 7, 20239:49 am
  • Author China Daily

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