India pushes for simultaneous elections, opposition fears threat to democracy
India's government has approved a plan to hold simultaneous national and state elections, a move that has ignited fierce debate and raised concerns among opposition parties about the future of…
From defector to leader: Success at last for Shigeru Ishiba in his fifth bid to lead Japan
Japan’s ruling Liberal Democratic Party’s (LDP’s) newly elected leader Shigeru Ishiba’s political resume reads like the return of the prodigal son and his eventual ascent to power. The 67-year-old leader,…
Study of 1,000 Singaporeans Uncovers Impressive Self-Management and Resilience Traits: Brillianaire
Singapore has long been celebrated for its economic success, efficient governance, and remarkable development. At the heart of this city-state's progress are its people – a diverse, resilient, and highly…
Chinese nuclear submarine sank earlier this year, says US official
China's newest nuclear-powered attack submarine sank earlier this year in a potential setback for Beijing's military ambitions, a senior U.S. defence official revealed on Thursday (September 26). This incident raises…
Militants back in Bangladesh, fundamentalist party ban lifted after Hasina’s ouster
Following the dramatic overthrow of Bangladesh's government by student protesters in August, a group of boys broke into the home of Tureen Afroz, the former chief prosecutor of a tribunal…
Huawei dominance sparks concerns: China’s top scientist Issues warning
In a surprising turn of events, Sun Ninghui, a leading Chinese computer scientist and president of the China Computer Federation, has publicly criticized tech giant Huawei's development model. Sun's remarks,…
China’s social mobility under scrutiny: Growing inequality fuels resentment
The term "three-generations-in-tobacco" has become synonymous in China with a privileged elite who monopolize coveted jobs, such as within the state-owned tobacco monopoly, passing them down through their families. According…
Death of young woman sparks debate over India’s ‘hustle culture’ and employee welfare
The tragic death of a 26-year-old employee at a leading accounting firm has ignited widespread debate about the demanding work culture in corporate India and its impact on employee health…
Malaysia’s Anwar Ibrahim accused of political vendetta amid anti-corruption probes
In a complex political drama unfolding in Malaysia, Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, once a global symbol of democratic reform, now faces accusations of using anti-corruption investigations to settle old scores.…
US to help India build semiconductor plant to make chips for Indian and US armed forces
In a move that underscores their growing strategic ties, India and the United States have announced a groundbreaking semiconductor partnership. This "watershed arrangement" will establish India's first national security semiconductor…