Five tourists dead, including British woman and Aussie teen, after suspected tainted alcohol poisoning in Laos
The group of about a dozen tourists became ill after going out on November 12, according to British and Australian media.
Distress over North Korea loudspeakers compromising South Korean border residents’ health
The broadcasts consist of peculiar sounds like sirens and metal clanging, stop and start repeatedly at all hours, and has a range of noise levels, according to local reports.
Vietnam and Malaysia upgrade relationship to Comprehensive Strategic Partnership level
Both leaders emphasised enhanced cooperation in key areas, including security, defence, the digital economy, and maritime collaboration.
China, Brazil ties at ‘best period in history,’ says Chinese President Xi
The two nations agree to align Belt and Road Initiative with Brazil's development strategies.
Cambodian PM Manet defends government’s silence on dispute with Thailand over Koh Kut island
Prime Minister Hun Manet cited ongoing maritime border negotiations with Thailand that have yet to yield an agreement.
Japan PM Ishiba’s diplomatic debut shows cautious approach, lack of polish
PM Ishiba has almost no diplomatic experience compared with former PM Fumio Kishida, who served as foreign minister for four years, and former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, who…
India warns of ‘further damage’ to Canada ties
Canada is home to the largest Sikh community outside of India and includes activists for "Khalistan," a fringe separatist movement seeking an independent state for the minority…
Vietnamese community in Ukraine told to ready for possible evacuation
The citizens are also being told to keep in contact with the Vietnamese associations in the country as well as the contact points at the Vietnamese Embassy in Ukraine.
So far, so good: How Thai PM Paetongtarn has done in her first 100 days
The PM has benefited from the groundwork laid by former PM Srettha Thavisin, but many policy challenges ahead.
At least $2.7 million lost to property rental scams in Singapore so far in 2024
The police advised the public to verify the identity and registered contact numbers of agents against the CEA Public Register before engaging them.