Farmer massacre’s warning as the Philippines faces climate shocks
The 2016 Kidapawan bloodshed remains a defining moment in Philippine history, exposing the fragility of governance when confronted with climate shocks and food insecurity.
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In South Korea, punishment alone cannot stop violence against women
In a joint interview with The Korea Herald, two experts said governments needed national strategies that address the structural causes of violence through coordinated policies…
They sang on Kathmandu’s streets to survive. The city silenced the music
A municipal crackdown on sidewalk performers has left a community of visually impaired people without a livelihood, sparking protests.
How much it costs to raise a child in Hong Kong, Taiwan and South Korea
The Straits Times correspondents speak to parents in Hong Kong, Taiwan and South Korea to find out what goes into raising the next generation – and why they are not having more…
The Punjab government can cancel you with this law
The Punjab Control of Habitual Offenders and Anti-Social Behaviour Bill, 2026, proposes a regime in which the executive can freeze a person’s bank account, seize their property,…
Going big: Why some Singaporeans choose to have 5 or more kids
Their ranks remain modest but steady, even as the total fertility rate has declined over the years and third-child births have become less common.
Why Seoul, United Nations Command see North Korea’s DMZ activities differently
Experts say the divide reflects Seoul's security concerns and the United Nations Command's legal interpretation.
Pakistan’s legal system isn’t built for children. This clinic is trying to change that
The clinic uses toys and figure drawings and is staffed by a psychologist.
How does Thailand’s tourism lead to a hidden crisis of homeless foreigners
With a visa-free policy and an affordable lifestyle, Thailand’s tourism policies are drawing millions of visitors worldwide. However, a humanitarian issue is quietly growing…
The voltage of Thai heritage: how electric tuk-tuks are powering Bangkok’s quiet mobility revolution
The electric tuk-tuk — once a novelty for visitors — is now becoming a serious piece of urban infrastructure.