A 6.8 magnitude earthquake in Kumamoto, Japan, killed two people and injured 50 after a shopping mall explosion. With 300,000 evacuated and businesses like TSMC affected, the event tests disaster resilience and supply chain stability.
Singapore's SM Lee outlines a four-pillar legal reform strategy for adapting to disruption. A blueprint for ASEAN economies seeking stable, investor-friendly governance.
The U.S. dollar hit a one-month high as markets weigh a lingering chance of a Fed rate hike. For ASEAN, a stronger dollar means pressure on regional currencies and trade dynamics.
We tested 25 self-propelled mowers over 15 years. The verdict? For Asia’s urban homeowners, these machines cut mowing time by up to 40% and reduce physical strain — a productivity upgrade for the landed property set.
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr delivers his State of the Nation Address on July 27, hoping to revive a presidency battered by graft revelations, political infighting, and an economy trailing regional peers like Singapore and Malaysia.
Just as a well-structured portfolio balances risk and reward, the right hairstyle can balance facial features and project confidence. For the modern woman in Singapore or Kuala Lumpur, choosing the right bangs is a strategic decision.
From a three-year-old tying up Elmo to a 12-year-old writing a sassy email, viral kids' photos reveal economic trends in Southeast Asia's digital economy.
Three major US food recalls this week — cyclospora-linked lettuce, salmonella-tainted eggs, and a lentil soup spoilage risk — offer key lessons for ASEAN regulators and importers on supply chain resilience and governance.
US missiles struck targets across Iran on Friday as President Trump vowed 'major military punishment,' but left the door open for a diplomatic deal. The conflict is disrupting oil flows through the Strait of Hormuz and Red Sea, with implications for global inflation and Southeast Asian supply chains.
Ukraine strikes Wildberries warehouses, accusing Russia’s largest online retailer of storing drone parts. The attacks disrupt supply chains and highlight the vulnerability of e-commerce in wartime.
The preliminary hearing for pop star d4vd, accused of killing a 14-year-old runaway, has entered its third day. Prosecutors allege he killed and dismembered the teen to silence her about their relationship. A judge will decide if the case goes to trial.
Singapore's HSA warns against three tainted products after severe health incidents, including a 12-year-old. The case highlights cross-border e-commerce risks and the need for stronger ASEAN regulatory coordination.
The US dollar holds firm as Iran tensions fuel oil price gains and inflation fears, while the yen languishes near a 40-year low. What does this mean for Southeast Asian markets?
Singapore's new DfM study shows upfront design investments can cut building costs by up to SGD 950,000 annually. A blueprint for ASEAN's built environment.
From Singapore's boardrooms to Bangkok's galas, eight party ponytail styles optimized for the ASEAN climate and corporate culture. Data-backed, expert-approved, and ready for the monsoon season.
Three common pot types are hurting your garden in Southeast Asia's heat. Experts explain why plastic, no-drainage, and too-small pots are bad for plants, and what to use instead.
Maintenance therapy is the new competitive edge for ASEAN’s top performers. Learn why proactive mental health investment is a strategic move.
Discovery Channel's Shark Week 2026 blends K-Pop, ancient CGI, and record dives, offering Southeast Asia a unique lens on marine conservation and economic governance.
Asian markets open cautiously as Gulf conflict pushes Brent crude above USD 90, reviving inflation fears ahead of a packed Big Tech earnings week.
The U.S. DOJ faces backlash after unsealing a search warrant in a fatal ICE shooting, raising questions about transparency and a potential smear campaign against the victim.
Didier Deschamps' final match as France coach offers a masterclass in accountability and long-term governance, with lessons for ASEAN's business and policy leaders.
From Posh Spice's composure to a duck named Merlin, we analyze the 16 viral moments that defined the 2026 World Cup and what they reveal about digital culture, soft power, and the global fan economy.
An off-duty guard at a Colorado ICE detention center shot a protester. For ASEAN, this case reveals governance risks in privatized detention systems.
A 40-year-old Bangladeshi worker pleaded guilty to raping a Singaporean woman near Tuas West Road MRT, exposing gaps in migrant worker governance and public safety in Singapore's tightly regulated environment.
The LG WashTower offers a space-saving, smart laundry solution for ASEAN homes, balancing high capacity with minor trade-offs in sensor accuracy and app functionality.
Iran has asked the Houthis to close the Red Sea oil route if the US strikes Iranian power infrastructure, threatening global energy supplies and Southeast Asian economies.
Hydroponic farming offers ASEAN a data-driven path to urban food security. From lettuce to strawberries, learn which crops yield the highest ROI for Singapore and regional growers.
The passing of Qatar's Father Emir prompted global condolences and a rare display of Gulf solidarity, swiftly marred by an provocative Iranian missile strike that the UAE strongly condemned.
A Frasers Property-led consortium wins a S$2.13 billion bid for a mixed-use site in Singapore's Bayshore precinct, highlighting strong developer confidence in suburban integrated projects.
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