Myanmar: Appeals for International Flood Aid
YANGON – In the wake of Typhoon Yagi’s devastating passage, Myanmar is grappling with a humanitarian disaster of alarming proportions. The remnants of the typhoon have unleashed severe flooding and landslides, displacing over 230,000 citizens and inflicting significant damage across … Continue reading Myanmar: Appeals for International Flood Aid
Mate XT: A Revolutionary Triple-Fold Smartphone
SHENZHEN – In an era where innovation is key to survival in the tech industry, Huawei has taken a bold step forward with the introduction of the Mate XT, a smartphone that challenges the conventional with its triple-fold display. This … Continue reading Mate XT: A Revolutionary Triple-Fold Smartphone
Pope Francis’ Historic Visit to Singapore
SINGAPORE – Pope Francis arrived on Wednesday in Singapore for a three-day visit, marking a significant moment in the city-state’s history. The pontiff’s visit, part of his broader Asia-Pacific tour, has been met with widespread enthusiasm and deep respect from … Continue reading Pope Francis’ Historic Visit to Singapore
Preserving Heritage in the Age of Social Media
PHNOM PENH – In the heart of Cambodia, the ancient temples of Angkor Wat stand as a testament to a bygone era, attracting millions of tourists each year. However, the rise of social media trends has led to a new … Continue reading Preserving Heritage in the Age of Social Media
PM Modi in Brunei: A Milestone in Bilateral Relations
BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN – In a landmark moment for India-Brunei relations, Prime Minister Narendra Modi embarked on a historic visit to Brunei on September 3, marking the first-ever bilateral visit by an Indian prime minister to the Southeast Asian nation. … Continue reading PM Modi in Brunei: A Milestone in Bilateral Relations
Japan: New visa exemption program from 2030
TOKYO – Japan announces a significant change to its immigration regulations: Starting in the year 2030, the country will introduce a new digital visa waiver program called “JESTA” (Japan Electronic System for Travel Authorization). This program is comparable to the … Continue reading Japan: New visa exemption program from 2030
Typhoon Yagi’s Trail of Devastation in the Philippines
MANILA – In a harrowing display of nature’s fury, Typhoon Yagi has left a path of destruction across the Philippines, claiming 20 lives and etching a narrative of loss and resilience into the heart of the nation. The typhoon, which … Continue reading Typhoon Yagi’s Trail of Devastation in the Philippines
Super Typhoon Yagi kills four in Vietnam
HANOI – Typhoon Yagi, one of the most formidable storms to strike Vietnam in the past ten years, made landfall on Saturday, unleashing winds that surpassed 150 km/h and leaving a path of devastation in its wake. The northern regions … Continue reading Super Typhoon Yagi kills four in Vietnam
China: Super Typhoon Yagi disrupts power and airports
HONG KONG/SHENZHEN – Asia’s strongest storm this year, Super Typhoon Yagi, landed in China’s Hainan on Friday, bringing violent gales and heavy rain that triggered widespread power outages, paralyzing the tourist island province known as “China’s Hawaii”. Packing maximum sustained … Continue reading China: Super Typhoon Yagi disrupts power and airports
Cathay Pacific Grounds Entire A350 Fleet
HONG KONG – In an unprecedented move, Cathay Pacific Airways has grounded its entire fleet of Airbus A350 aircraft following the discovery of a faulty engine component. The Hong Kong-based airline took swift action after pilots encountered an engine failure … Continue reading Cathay Pacific Grounds Entire A350 Fleet