Japanese university pageants move away from focus on looks
There is now a growing movement to focus more on internal beauty and make such events gender-neutral.
Society
A uniquely Indonesian form of sign language brings people together
Since its founding, The Indonesian Sign Language Center Pusbisindo has sought to bridge the divide between deaf people and other members of society.
Working moms top 75% for first time in Japan
The Health, Labor and Welfare Ministry survey also found that the percentage of mothers in child-rearing households working full-time increased.
‘Not yet time’ to make masks optional indoors: Philippines health chief
Undersecretary Vergeire said the government should not rush into easing restrictions that protect the public from Covid-19.
Child’s tragic death spurs Japanese authorities to strengthen countermeasures
Many municipalities are already conducting exercises and field surveys on their own without waiting for the central government.
Sultan of Brunei now world’s longest serving monarch
His Majesty has ruled the nation for nearly 55 years.
Celebrating joy with traditional Tibetan culture
Weddings celebrated in Tibetan culture usually consist of rituals such as presenting traditional Tibetan artefacts like hada, chemar, and barley wine.
Two die in rain-related incidents as Karachi receives light to heavy showers
The Met department also said moist currents were penetrating in upper and central parts of the country and were likely to persist during the next two to three days.
Face mask use now voluntary outdoors for Philippines
The immunocompromised, senior citizens, and those who are not fully vaccinated against Covid-19 are still “strongly encouraged” to continue wearing face masks.
Indian doctor abandons car in traffic and runs 3km to save patient’s life
Dr Govind Nandakumar was on his way to conduct an emergency surgery when he was caught up in traffic, and decided to leave his car to prevent delays to the surgery.