Rituparna Sengupta Calls for Safety and Answers After Bengali Film Industry Protests
Actor Rituparna Sengupta spoke out as the Bengali film industry staged protests following the death of Rahul Arunoday Banerjee, calling for accountability, worker safety, and systemic change in the industry....
Delhi Records Sharp Minimum Temperature Drop, Air Quality Improves
Delhi saw a significant fall in minimum temperature alongside a marked improvement in air quality, with the Air Quality Index dropping to the moderate category....
NCW Calls for Stricter Action in Amravati Sexual Exploitation Case
The National Commission for Women demanded stricter legal action and removal of exploitative content in connection with the Amravati sexual exploitation case, questioning why more stringent legal sections had not been ap...
Malaysia's First Mr Bear International Winner Crowned at Bangkok Songkran Festival
Gavin Chow, a 34-year-old Malaysian activist, was crowned Mr Bear International 2026 in Bangkok during Thailand's Songkran festival, becoming the first Malaysian to win the title. The victory highlights a stark contrast ...
Naphtha crunch hits Japanese companies despite PM's assurances
Japanese companies are facing a naphtha supply crunch, with the situation persisting despite reassurances from the Prime Minister. The shortage is impacting industrial operations across the country....
Singapore's GIC aims to support Japan Inc. growth, CEO says
GIC, Singapore's sovereign wealth fund, has expressed its intention to help Japanese companies grow and thrive, according to statements from its CEO. The fund sees Japan as a key investment destination....
Bali boutique hotel and cafe takes unconventional approach to hospitality
A boutique hotel and cafe in Bali is distinguishing itself by doing things differently from conventional hospitality norms. The property has carved out a unique identity in the competitive Bali tourism market....
Honda shuts gasoline-car plant in China to cut losses
Honda is closing a gasoline-vehicle manufacturing plant in China as part of efforts to stem financial losses in the market. The move reflects broader struggles faced by Japanese automakers amid intense competition from l...
Japan government to grant Sony $380 million to produce image sensors
The Japanese government has announced a $380 million subsidy to Sony to support domestic production of image sensors. The funding is part of Japan's broader strategy to strengthen its semiconductor and electronics supply...
Asian Muslims proceed with Hajj pilgrimage despite Iran-Israel war fears
Muslims across Asia are maintaining their plans to undertake the Mecca pilgrimage despite heightened anxieties over the Iran-Israel conflict. The determination reflects the deep religious significance of the Hajj for pil...
Japanese trading cards command sky-high prices amid bubble fears
Trading cards in Japan, particularly Pokémon cards, are fetching extraordinarily high prices, raising concerns about a speculative bubble. The surge mirrors broader collectibles market trends seen globally....
Hong Kong Eyes Role as Asia's Gold Vault Amid Iran War Market Volatility
The US-Israeli war on Iran has driven global demand for safe-haven assets, with Hong Kong positioning itself as a potential beneficiary in gold, property, and capital markets. The city is seeking to leverage its unique s...
Chinese Scientists Develop Robotic Diving Suit That Cuts Oxygen Use by 40%
Chinese researchers have created an exoskeleton diving suit that reduces oxygen consumption by nearly 40 percent in tests. The flexible suit syncs with the diver's natural movement rhythm, boosting underwater agility for...
Chinese Noodle Restaurant Faces Backlash Over Domestic Violence Slogan
A noodle restaurant in Xining, Qinghai province, sparked widespread outrage on Chinese social media after displaying a banner referencing an old regional saying that equates beating a wife with kneading dough. The slogan...
Hong Kong Minister Says Public Opinion Will Factor Into Official Accountability Probes
Hong Kong's civil service minister Ingrid Yeung stated that public opinion will be considered when deciding whether to activate a new mechanism to investigate senior officials under the proposed Heads of Department Accou...
Magnitude 5.0 Earthquake Strikes Nagano Prefecture in Central Japan
A preliminary magnitude 5.0 earthquake hit the northern part of Nagano prefecture at 1:20pm local time on Saturday, registering upper 5 on Japan's seismic intensity scale — strong enough to make movement difficult with...
Hong Kong Commerce Minister Urges Long-Term View on Middle East Investment Despite Conflict
Hong Kong's Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development Algernon Yau said the city's Middle East investments will not be derailed by the ongoing Iran war, calling the geopolitical impact temporary. He encouraged busi...
US Appeals Court Allows Trump's $400 Million White House Ballroom Construction to Continue
A US federal appeals court panel temporarily lifted a lower court injunction that had halted construction of a $400 million ballroom on the site of the White House's demolished East Wing, scheduling a June hearing to ful...
South Korea's AI-Powered Shamans Blend Ancient Tradition With Modern Technology
Artificial intelligence is being integrated into South Korea's shamanic traditions, with robot mystics performing fortune-telling roles traditionally held by human mudang practitioners. The development reflects the endur...
Trump Calls Upcoming Meeting With Xi Jinping 'Special' and 'Potentially Historic'
US President Donald Trump posted on social media that he is looking forward to meeting Chinese President Xi Jinping next month, describing the upcoming visit to China as 'special' and 'potentially historic.' The post cam...