North Korea's Road Destruction Prompts Call for Dialogue from UN ChiefIn response to North Korea's destruction of inter-Korean roads, UN Secretary-General Guterres urges de-escalation and dialogue.
Leech in His Nose? How a 10-Year-Old Lived with It for a MonthA 10-year-old boy in Indonesia unknowingly lived with a leech in his nose for a month before it was removed.
Dogs Over Kids? South Korea’s New Trend of Canine CompanionshipSouth Korea's declining birth rates are transforming its pet culture, with dogs increasingly seen as family members.
North Korea Slams UN Rights Envoy as 'U.S. Puppet,' Refuses CooperationNorth Korea condemned UN Special Rapporteur Elizabeth Salmón, labeling her a "puppet" of the U.S. and rejecting engagement.
China Brushes Off U.S. and Japan, Defends Military Drills Near TaiwanChina has brushed aside criticisms from the U.S. and Japan regarding its large-scale military drills encircling the Taiwan Strait.
North Korea Blows Up Border Roads, Cutting Off South KoreaNorth Korea detonated explosives to sever land routes with South Korea, heightening tensions between the two nations significantly.
U.S. Points Fingers at China, Russia for Summit Fail as South China Sea Tensions RiseThe failure to adopt a joint statement at the East Asia Summit highlights tensions, particularly between the U.S., China, and Russia.
13 Pregnant Women Arrested in Cambodia’s Latest Surrogacy ScandalCambodia uncovered an illegal surrogacy ring, arresting 24 women, including 13 pregnant Filipinos, despite a 2016 ban.
Kim Jong Un’s $10,000 Watch, Daughter’s $2,000 Jacket Spark Tensions as Anti-Regime Leaflets Fly Over PyongyangNorth Korea confirmed that recent propaganda leaflets included luxury images of Kim Jong Un and his daughter, escalating tensions.
China’s Military Surrounds Taiwan in High-Stakes War GamesThe Chinese military launched drills encircling Taiwan, seen as pressure on President Lai Ching-te following his National Day speech.
Inside North Korea’s Failing Coal Mines: 50-Year-Old Equipment, Production CrashesDespite the government's propaganda, many coal mines struggle with production delays due to outdated equipment.
China's Military Puts Taiwan on Notice: Largest Drill Since May After 'One China' RejectionAccording to Japan's NHK, China's People's Liberation Army (PLA) announced plans for large-scale military exercises around Taiwan on Monday.
South Korea Conducts First TAURUS Missile Test in 7 Years—Strikes Target 400 km AwaySouth Korea's Air Force successfully conducted live-fire tests of the TAURUS long-range cruise missile for the first time in seven years.
India’s $5.4 Billion Submarine Plan as Military Rivalry with China Heats UpIndia has taken steps to counter China's military strength extension by deciding to construct two next-generation nuclear submarines
'No China-Made Goods Here!' The Country That Slammed the Door on TemuIndonesia continues to block Chinese e-commerce platform Temu, citing concerns over its impact on local SMEs and competition.
South Korean Novelist Han Kang Wins Nobel Prize, Making History at 53South Korean novelist Han Kang, at 53, wins the 2024 Nobel Prize in Literature, becoming one of the youngest laureates.
South Korea’s Yoon and Japan’s Ishiba Push for Closer Relations in Laos MeetingSouth Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol met with Japan's new Prime Minister, Shigeru Ishiba, on Thursday during the ASEAN summit in Laos.
ASEAN Leaders Confront Myanmar’s Junta and China’s Territorial Claims at SummitPresident Yoon Suk Yeol arrives in Laos for the ASEAN Summit, focusing on Myanmar's conflict and South China Sea tensions.
North Korea Claims Zero COVID Cases Since August 2022—Is It True?North Korea reports no COVID-19 cases since August 2022, asserting 4.7M recovered, but experts question the accuracy of its data.
Affordable Escapes: Agoda Lists Asia's Best Budget-Friendly Travel SpotsAgoda reveals Asia's top budget-friendly travel spots: Busan, Hat Yai, and Yogyakarta offer great experiences at low prices.
North Korea's Road Destruction Prompts Call for Dialogue from UN Chief In response to North Korea's destruction of inter-Korean roads, UN Secretary-General Guterres urges de-escalation and dialogue.
Leech in His Nose? How a 10-Year-Old Lived with It for a Month A 10-year-old boy in Indonesia unknowingly lived with a leech in his nose for a month before it was removed.
Dogs Over Kids? South Korea’s New Trend of Canine Companionship South Korea's declining birth rates are transforming its pet culture, with dogs increasingly seen as family members.
North Korea Slams UN Rights Envoy as 'U.S. Puppet,' Refuses Cooperation North Korea condemned UN Special Rapporteur Elizabeth Salmón, labeling her a "puppet" of the U.S. and rejecting engagement.
China Brushes Off U.S. and Japan, Defends Military Drills Near Taiwan China has brushed aside criticisms from the U.S. and Japan regarding its large-scale military drills encircling the Taiwan Strait.
North Korea Blows Up Border Roads, Cutting Off South Korea North Korea detonated explosives to sever land routes with South Korea, heightening tensions between the two nations significantly.
U.S. Points Fingers at China, Russia for Summit Fail as South China Sea Tensions Rise The failure to adopt a joint statement at the East Asia Summit highlights tensions, particularly between the U.S., China, and Russia.
13 Pregnant Women Arrested in Cambodia’s Latest Surrogacy Scandal Cambodia uncovered an illegal surrogacy ring, arresting 24 women, including 13 pregnant Filipinos, despite a 2016 ban.
Kim Jong Un’s $10,000 Watch, Daughter’s $2,000 Jacket Spark Tensions as Anti-Regime Leaflets Fly Over Pyongyang North Korea confirmed that recent propaganda leaflets included luxury images of Kim Jong Un and his daughter, escalating tensions.
China’s Military Surrounds Taiwan in High-Stakes War Games The Chinese military launched drills encircling Taiwan, seen as pressure on President Lai Ching-te following his National Day speech.
Inside North Korea’s Failing Coal Mines: 50-Year-Old Equipment, Production Crashes Despite the government's propaganda, many coal mines struggle with production delays due to outdated equipment.
China's Military Puts Taiwan on Notice: Largest Drill Since May After 'One China' Rejection According to Japan's NHK, China's People's Liberation Army (PLA) announced plans for large-scale military exercises around Taiwan on Monday.
South Korea Conducts First TAURUS Missile Test in 7 Years—Strikes Target 400 km Away South Korea's Air Force successfully conducted live-fire tests of the TAURUS long-range cruise missile for the first time in seven years.
India’s $5.4 Billion Submarine Plan as Military Rivalry with China Heats Up India has taken steps to counter China's military strength extension by deciding to construct two next-generation nuclear submarines
'No China-Made Goods Here!' The Country That Slammed the Door on Temu Indonesia continues to block Chinese e-commerce platform Temu, citing concerns over its impact on local SMEs and competition.
South Korean Novelist Han Kang Wins Nobel Prize, Making History at 53 South Korean novelist Han Kang, at 53, wins the 2024 Nobel Prize in Literature, becoming one of the youngest laureates.
South Korea’s Yoon and Japan’s Ishiba Push for Closer Relations in Laos Meeting South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol met with Japan's new Prime Minister, Shigeru Ishiba, on Thursday during the ASEAN summit in Laos.
ASEAN Leaders Confront Myanmar’s Junta and China’s Territorial Claims at Summit President Yoon Suk Yeol arrives in Laos for the ASEAN Summit, focusing on Myanmar's conflict and South China Sea tensions.
North Korea Claims Zero COVID Cases Since August 2022—Is It True? North Korea reports no COVID-19 cases since August 2022, asserting 4.7M recovered, but experts question the accuracy of its data.
Affordable Escapes: Agoda Lists Asia's Best Budget-Friendly Travel Spots Agoda reveals Asia's top budget-friendly travel spots: Busan, Hat Yai, and Yogyakarta offer great experiences at low prices.
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