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Will former Malaysia PM Najib be acquitted in 1MDB graft trial?

Just last Thursday (OCT 24), Najib publicly apologised to all Malaysians over the 1MDB scandal which occurred during his tenure as prime minister and finance minister.

Han Kang’s Nobel win sparks reading boom in South Korea

Ms Han, 53, made history by becoming the first Korean and the first Asian Nobel laureate in literature. She had also become the first Korean writer to win the International Booker Prize for "The Vegetarian" in 2016.

Jin of BTS to hold solo fan showcase next month

During the event, Jin will perform tracks from his solo album "Happy", which is set to be released on Nov. 15.

Over 458 flood-affected families in Nepal’s Saptari left without promised aid

Despite receiving a relief fund of Rs6.87 million from UNICEF, intended to provide Rs15,000 per family, local authorities returned the money after struggling to establish a conclusive list of beneficiaries.

Philippines to lead next year’s World Health Assembly

The Department of Health called the nomination “historic,” as it is the first time that the Philippines will be the president of WHA since the WHO was founded in 1948.

Four ASEAN countries help Philippines overcome storm aftermath

The Philippine News Agency reported Sunday that a EC725 helicopter of the Royal Malaysian Air Force also landed at the same location on October 26.

EU – ASEAN Green Diplomacy Week 2024 opens in Indonesia

EU Ambassador to ASEAN Sujiro Seam said the EU pledges to support partners, including ASEAN member states, in the green transition process.

Thailand’s automobile output down 25.5 per cent in September

The sharp reduction reflects a slump in domestic sales as lenders tighten credit conditions.

Seoul launches campaign to correct mistranslated Korean food

These errors stem from literal translations or automated services, which fail to convey the essence of traditional dishes.

Korean artists shine in inaugural Gucci Cultural Month

“Friends Living Nearby” scheme in Japan women maintain groups to help each other as they age

The “Koko Seven” (“Individual Seven”), a group formed by seven single women who wanted to maintain their lifestyle of “friends living close to each other,” is based in a condominium in the Amagasaki, Hyogo.

'K-pop is all about money'

Veteran producer Shin Jong-oh on high costs of creating idol groups

Mutual trust, respect, sensitivity should be basis for our ties: PM Modi tells President Xi

The much-anticipated meeting came two days after Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri announced that the two countries have reached an agreement for patrolling arrangements along the Line of Actual Control.

Seoul unveils plan to move 68km of railways underground

Above-ground railways and station buildings to be transformed into parks and commercial spaces. Construction set to begin in 2028.

Blackpink's Lisa to headline Thailand's New Year Countdown Party, confirms PM

Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra has confirmed that Lalisa Manobal, known globally as Lisa of the K-pop group Blackpink, will take part in Thailand's New Year's Countdown event at IconSiam Mall.

Age can't stop Cho Yong-pil: K-pop legend's triumphant return with 20th LP

Thailand plans second phase of "Digital Wallet" programme

The Thai government is preparing for the second phase of its "Digital Wallet" support programme, offering 10,000 THB (300 US$) per person, following the first phase of cash handout to 14.5 million recipients.

Malaysia committed to slashing public debt

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has pledged to significantly reduce public debt by the end of this year, while the country’s finance ministry aims to lower the debt-to-GDP ratio from 64 per cent to 60 per cent over the next five years.