Cracks in Asia’s rice bowl
Lower yields and climate change are affecting Southeast Asia's rice growers. Here's a look at efforts to produce cheaper, better quality grain.
Special Report
Child abuse cases exposed at nursery schools ‘just the tip of the iceberg’
Similar incidents have been uncovered one after another in a number of municipalities, and anxiety is spreading among parents.
Game of mouse and cat: why war on North Korea’s hacking is still a losing battle
Combating North Korea hackers on decentralised, deregulated cyber space is mission impossible, but a few things can be done as deterrence, experts say.
Where do child sex offenders live? Where should they?
Recent releases from prison of notorious child rapists spark calls for measures to prevent them from residing near children.
Chasing storms as a hobby
In the past three years, Su Dike and his fellow storm chasers have visited over a dozen provinces, racking up a total distance of over 30,000 kilometres.
Going beyond the label: Is your ‘eco-friendly’ shirt really ‘green’?
More fashion brands are claiming that their products are sustainable, but not enough of them are transparent about their supply chain.
The revolution will not be t̶e̶l̶e̶v̶i̶s̶e̶d̶ digitised
This isn't the first time that the Pakistan military establishment has been on the receiving end of a public backlash. Will the outcome be different this time?
So you want to be a K-pop trainee? Here’s how, says top agency YG Entertainment
The auditions, open to those born between 2003 and 2012, have already been held in Malaysia, Thailand, Taiwan and the United States.
AI humans to play increased economic role
Technological advances have made virtual humans increasingly visible in industries like broadcasting, finance, entertainment, culture and tourism.
Cleaning up after death: Meet Singapore’s trauma cleaner
The Straits Times delves into the world of trauma cleaners, and the deeper meaning of life for those facing death in their daily work.