Innovation, collaboration key to achieving zero malaria by 2030
While it is true that malaria is on the decline globally, more than 2 billion people in the Asia-Pacific remain at risk and malaria cases are rising in some areas of the region.
Society
Weak, fragile support base threatens Yoon administration’s successful start
South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol starts with one of the lowest popularity ratings for new presidents.
Thai court urged to block 42 URLs for sharing controversial Lazada ad
Thai court urged to block 42 URLs for sharing controversial Lazada ad
SLPP goon attacks trigger massive wave of violence
The attacks on the anti-government protesters triggered a wave of violence across many parts of the country.
Soybean oil crisis: Bangladesh govt cracks down on hoarders
Some traders had illegally stockpiled the edible oil creating an artificial crisis and many of them were caught when they started selling off the oil at higher prices.
Afghan women protest Taliban decree to cover faces
The mandate was the latest in a series of creeping restrictions in Afghanistan, where the Taliban have rolled back the marginal gains made by women.
Shoot-on-sight orders in Sri Lanka after deadly violence
Protests continued on Tuesday (May 10) despite the curfew, with some people defying the shoot-on-sight order to torch buildings and vehicles.
Indonesia’s neverending battle against illegal cigarettes
Indonesia is one of the biggest cigarette consumers in the world, with the smoking prevalence 62.9 percent among males and 4.8 percent among females.
‘My gratitude can’t wait’: Marcos addresses nation after runaway lead in polls
While acknowledging that the vote count for the presidential race is not yet final, Marcos Jr. said his gratitude towards those who supported him “cannot wait.”
President Yoon begins term in time of changing world order; tension in Pyongyang
Experts says US-China rivalry may force Yoon to take sides and bear consequences.