Indonesia Suspects Arrested for Poaching Sumtran Tigers
The skin of a critically endangered Sumatran tiger and four foetuses have been confiscated after the arrest of several suspected poachers, Indonesian police said.
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The Race for 5G In Asia
Unsurprisingly, the 5G race in Asia sees South Korea and China leading the pack for fifth-generation mobile interconnectivity.
Japanese Doctor Who Dedicated His Life to Helping Afghans Killed in Attack
A Japanese doctor whose long career was dedicated to helping some of Afghanistan’s poorest people was among six people killed Wednesday in an attack in the east of the country, officials said.
How One Hair Salon is Changing the Lives of Transgenders in Pakistan
Bebo Haider’s beauty parlour is bright, small, and decorated sparsely with three large photographs: transgender models who became her clients because the Karachi salon is one of the few in Pakistan which caters to them without judgement.
Australia Volunteer Firefighter Charged With Setting the Catastrophic Bushfires
Police in fire-ravaged Australia on Wednesday charged a volunteer firefighter with arson, alleging he lit seven blazes before returning to help colleagues extinguish them.
The Australian Firefighters Calendar: Proving Service Can be Sexy
The boys are at it again, this time combating prevalent social issues and making a difference in society through their hearts (and bodies)
‘Dance Monkey’ Teenage Singer Went from Streets to Global Stardom
Australian pop hit “Dance Monkey” is topping global charts and has spent a record 16 weeks at number one Down Under, propelling teenager Toni Watson from busking obscurity to instant fame.
Will Sony New AI Unit Replace Traditional Chefs?
Cooking robots and tastier recipes: Japanese electronics giant Sony on Wednesday launched a new artificial intelligence unit they hope will change the way we cook and eat.
New ‘Cleaner’ Fuel Linked to Carbon Monoxide Poisoning in Mongolia
One cold night in October, Gerel Ganbaatar decided to stay with her parents in one of Mongolia’s traditional ger communities on the outskirts of the capital — a decision which would prove fatal.
Billionaire Cirque du Soleil Founder Detained for ‘Growing Cannabis’
The billionaire founder of global acrobatic troupe Cirque du Soleil, Guy Laliberte, has been detained in French Polynesia on suspicion of growing cannabis on his private island in the South Pacific, authorities said.
The World’s Toilet Problem
Having access to water and toilets – is actually a human right. November 19 is World Toilet Day, and on this day, we pause and contemplate the fact that clean water and sanitation remains a pipe dream for billions of people around the world.
The 1995 McDonald’s Burger That Never Decomposed Going Viral Once Again
A McDonald’s burger allegedly bought in 1995 and kept in an Australian shed for years has never decomposed, according to two men who now refer to the quarter-century Quarter Pounder as their “mate”.
Largest Class-Action Suit Ever Filed in Australia Backed by Erin Brockovich
Tens of thousands of Australians are suing the government over chemical contamination of land, with the support of US advocate Erin Brockovich, lawyers behind the class action said Tuesday.
TikTok App Removes ISIS Related Videos
Social media app TikTok has taken down accounts that were posting propaganda videos for the Islamic State group, a company employee said Tuesday, in the latest scandal to hit the popular platform.
Ten Tons of Trash Removed from Mount Everest
A group of tourists sip water at a five-star hotel in Kathmandu, aware that the green glasses in their hands were once bottles discarded on Mount Everest — left by climbers eager to make their ascent.
Australian Media Protests Against Government with Redacted Front Pages
Newspapers across Australia ran heavily redacted front pages on Monday in protest against government secrecy and a crackdown on press freedom, a rare show of unity in a fractious media landscape.
Asia’s Alcatraz: An Unlikely Destination in Indonesia
Indonesia is a mecca for surfers and beach lovers, but this tropical paradise houses something dark and mysterious. Learn more about this execution island, Asia’s Alcatraz
Streaming Giants Battles on for the Asia Market
Asia is seen as an important part of the global streaming industry’s growth plan. In conjunction with the main event, Busan International Film Festival also hosted its first Asia Contents Awards reflecting how the market is rapidly changing.
Clé de Peau Beauté Pledges $8.7 Million to UNICEF
A multi-year partnership emerged from Clé de Peau Beauté and UNICEF to boost gender equality programs across the world.
Too Fast and Easy: Instant-Noodle are Harming Asian Kids
A diet heavy on cheap, modern food like instant noodles that fills bellies but lacks key nutrients has left millions of children unhealthily thin or overweight in southeast Asia, experts say.
One Third of the World’s Young Children are Malnourished
A third of the world’s nearly 700 million children under five years old are undernourished or overweight and face lifelong health problems as a consequence, according to a grim UN assessment of childhood nutrition released Tuesday.
Britain’s William and Kate Begin ‘Complex’ Tour of Pakistan
Prince William and his wife Kate arrived in Pakistan to a red carpet welcome late Monday for their “most complex” tour to date, with Islamabad eager to tout improved security after years of violent militancy.
Valltteri Bottas Win Sixth World Title in Japanese Grand Prix
Valtteri Bottas jumped from third to first with an electric start to win the Japanese Grand Prix on Sunday ahead of Ferrari’s Sebastian Vettel and Mercedes teammate Lewis Hamilton.
A Notable List of Asian Whisky Brands to Try
Are you a whisky lover? Here are the top brands of whiskey that dominate the market in Asia – from Japan’s classic whisky brands to Singapore’s weird whisky of choice
Malaysia: Asia’s Hottest Transit Hub for Drug Mules
Since 2013, an estimated 425 Malaysian drug mules are detained globally in 19 different countries. Singapore has the largest chunk of arrests, with 175 Malaysian drug mules arrested since 2013. Next in the list is Thailand with 49, Australia with 34, and 21 for Japan.
AFP Launches 2019 Kate Webb Prize for Asian Journalists
Agence France-Presse has launched the 2019 Kate Webb Prize to recognise exceptional Asian journalists doing difficult and dangerous work across the region.
When Vaping in Asia Can Land You in Jail
What is the fate of e-cigarettes in the bulwark of Asia, where countries are planning for blanket bans?
Australian Teen Charged with Hit and Run ‘Kangaroos Massacre’
An Australian teenager has been charged over the deaths of 20 kangaroos, which he allegedly mowed down with his truck in a killing spree that lasted an hour.
Top Culinary Schools in Asia
If you want to bring your Asian cooking skills to the next level, here are some of the best culinary schools in Asia
Producer to Maker: The Rise of Southeast Asian Chocolate Brands
Everyone loves chocolate. Regardless of cultural affiliation, country of origin, age, or gender you belong, it would be hard to resist the urge to gobble down this so-called food of the gods, especially when you begin to smell that distinctly warm and richly sweet aroma.
Animal Tourism in Asia: Abused for Cheap Tricks
Do animals deserve to be chained to a life of suffering for a few bucks?
