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Malaysia Edition: VEP enforcement action begins July 1 | Firm running yellow ‘smiley’ Causeway buses rides to public listing
Enforcement action for the Vehicle Entry Permit (VEP) will finally begin July 1. The confirmation came from Malaysia's Transport Minister Anthony Loke, who said that ample time has been given since ...
Hair salon chain admits to unfair trade practices targeting the elderly, refunds affected customers
The salons under the HairFun brand issued refunds totalling about $12,500. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at ...
Japan’s fertility rate hits record low despite government push
The total number of births dropped to about 686,000, marking the first time the figure has fallen below 700,000. Read more at ...
Malaysia to put guardrails at all train station platforms after fatal incident
We are making this a priority to enhance security at all stations," said transport minister Anthony Loke. Read more at ...
Covid-19 cases surge in Thailand, over 28,000 new cases in two days
As at May 27, the cumulative total of Covid-19 cases in Thailand for 2025 stands at 323,301. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Indonesia’s health ministry issues warning over Covid-19 surge in Asia
The surge is caused by a more transmissible but less deadly Omicron subvariant. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at ...
Scientists in Japan develop plastic that dissolves in seawater within hours
The team's project lead Takuzo Aida said their research has attracted significant interest. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Australia target easier path to World Cup ahead of Japan clash
SYDNEY - Australia's Milos Degenek said he has been impressing on younger teammates how tough it is to get to the World Cup ...
South Korean stocks eye bull market as new President Lee’s win fuels reform bets
The Kospi jumped as much as 2.5%, taking its gain from the April low to more than 20%. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read ...
Expanding missile threats and airspace closures are straining airlines
The aviation industry is investing more in data and security planning. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at ...
Frothy tech stock returns helped mint 600,000 millionaires in 2024
The annual World Wealth Report from Capgemini, an IT services and consulting group, shows the number of people with at least ...
T.H.E Dance Company’s cont·act festival returns with new collaborative works
The annual celebration of new and rising dance talents is on from June 13 to 29. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at ...