Ashin, the lead vocalist of Taiwanese band Mayday, probably did not expect a toilet to go viral due to his social media post. Mayday recently concluded 12 concerts at China’s Beijing National Stadium, popularly known as Bird’s Nest. They were held between April 30 and May 18 as part of their #5525+2 Back to That Day […]
A black, furry, rain-soaked monkey has captured hearts across Malaysia after a video of its rescue on a busy highway in Johor went viral on TikTok. The dusky leaf monkey – also known as dusky or spectacled langur – was found stranded in heavy rain by Malaysian veterinarian Marlia Zulkapli, who stopped on the road […]
Greek swimmer Kristian Gkolomeev earned a $1 million bonus for beating a world record while sprinter Fred Kerley won a weak 100m as the drug-friendly Enhanced Games made a hyperbolic debut at a casino car park in Las Vegas on Sunday. Gkolomeev, who failed to make the podium in four Olympics, posted a time of […]
New research has found that preschool teachers are more likely to use generative artificial intelligence, genAI, when they see clear gains in teaching performance, feel support from colleagues and school leaders, and have confidence in their own digital skills, while concerns over data safety and unreliable content remain a major barrier. The study examines how […]
If there’s one food dominating digital feeds this summer, it’s the Japanese fruit sando. On Instagram, the hashtag #fruitsando has crossed 160,000 posts and continues to climb, finding a massive audience among Indian foodies who are actively sharing their own vibrant combinations, quick recipes, and local recommendations online. In 2026, the craze truly hit home. […]
Have you ever looked around and felt that people today are chasing possessions more than purpose? Bigger salaries, expensive gadgets, luxury lifestyles, and social media validation: our modern life often rewards what people own rather than who they are. But while ambition and comfort are celebrated, many also quietly struggle with a growing sense of […]
PETALING JAYA – Malaysia’s medical supply chain remains stable despite global supply disruptions, with the government continuing to monitor and ensure targeted aid for smallholders and vulnerable groups, said Malaysia’s Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim. On safeguarding public health, Datuk Seri Anwar said that the Health Ministry will closely monitor any stock supply chain or pricing […]
The latest quarterly review of the Hang Seng Index will likely boost the capitalisation of the benchmark of Hong Kong stocks by 4.5 per cent and attract buying of stock including Tencent Holdings and BeOne Medicine, according to Goldman Sachs. The market capitalisation of the Hang Seng Index is expected to rise to US$2.15 trillion […]
To describe Yerevan, a charming city of liberal values encased in imposing Soviet architecture, as the centre of the world is a stretch, but Armenia’s claim that it can become the strategic crossroads of the landmass of Eurasia is becoming less and less fanciful. As the former Soviet Republic goes to the polls on 7 […]
TOKYO, Japan: Oil prices plunged over five percent and Asian markets ticked up early on Monday on hopes of a deal to end to the US-Iran war despite President Donald Trump downplaying its imminence. As of around 2300 GMT Sunday, the price of North Sea Brent crude slipped 5.1 percent to $98.22 per barrel, while […]
Rashmika Mandanna and Hollywood actor Winston Duke appeared together as presenters at the 10th Annual Crunchyroll Anime Awards, held on May 23, 2026, at the Grand Prince Hotel Takanawa in Tokyo, Japan. The ceremony drew a record 73 million votes from anime fans worldwide. “I had a blast”: Black Panther fame Winston Duke on sharing […]
BEIJING – The death toll has risen to three with 17 missing following flooding in the Chongqing municipality of south-western China, China’s state-run Xinhua reported. That was as of 2.30pm on May 24, after Chongqing’s Yongchuan district was hit with sudden extreme rainfall from the night of May 23 to early hours of May 24, […]
The death toll has risen to three with 17 missing following flooding in the Chongqing municipality of southwestern China, China’s state-run Xinhua reported. That was as of 2:30 pm (0630 GMT) on Sunday, after Chongqing’s Yongchuan district was hit with sudden extreme rainfall from Saturday night through the early hours of Sunday, Xinhua said. Rescue […]
JOHOR BAHRU – Johor has declared May 25 a special state holiday following Johor Darul Takzim Football Club’s (JDT) sixth triumph in the Malaysia Cup on the night of May 23. Johor Chief Minister Onn Hafiz Ghazi said the decision was made with the consent of Johor Regent Tunku Ismail Sultan Ibrahim in celebration of […]
United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio (left) and Prime Minister Narendra Modi. | Secretary Marco Rubio, @SecRubio/X India has “committed to purchasing $500 billion” worth of American goods over the next five years, said United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Sunday. Rubio made the announcement following a meeting with Prime Minister Narendra […]
Image/X@SputnikInt China appears close to be launching what could become the world’s largest naval support vessel, based on new images released by a state-owned shipbuilder and subsequent analysis by military observers.On Thursday, the China State Shipbuilding Corporation shared a photograph of one of its shipyards on social media as part of a post marking a […]
A couple of months after two children attacked Enna Pink’s son with sticks at kindergarten, he began pleading with her to stay at home. “I didn’t want to force him to go,” says Ms Pink. She and her husband, who both worked at a startup, thought home-schooling would be a better fit for their son, […]
BEIJING – Five people died and one was injured in a blaze that broke out in a shop in the Chinese city of Hengyang, Hunan province, local authorities said, a day after the country’s deadliest coal mine explosion since 2009. The cause of the fire at the store in Hengyang is under investigation, according to […]
Bengaluru’s Electronic City is dotted with the big boys of the information technology sector. Amid that frenetic world, a 6.5-acre picturesque campus, which houses India’s largest watch and jewellery company, stands out. Titan company is making waves. The modest 1984 joint venture between Tata Industries and Tamil Nadu Industrial Development Corporation has, over the years, […]
Travel trends are changing rapidly in 2026. While some travellers are choosing peaceful staycations close to home, others are spending on luxury golf-focused holidays known as “golfcations.” From wellness escapes to premium golf resorts, both travel styles are becoming increasingly popular among different age groups. But which one are people preferring more this year? Here’s […]
As Israel celebrates its 78th birthday, Democrats should also reflect on a political reality they can no longer avoid: they lost Michigan in the last presidential election despite fielding one of the most symbolically intersectional tickets in modern American history — a Black woman married to a Jewish man. That loss exposed a growing fracture […]
Billboards showing a turbaned man with a ‘no entry’ sign, put up by a candidate in upcoming local body elections in Taiwan, have unsettled the small but growing Indian community on the island – and drawn a sharp rebuke from one of the country’s most senior officials.The hoardings were put up about a fortnight ago […]
National Volunteer Week runs from 18 to 24 May. Sydney resident Kay Tang volunteered until the age of 96, teaching Japanese Bon Odori, Taiwanese dance, and flower making before retiring last year. This story was first published in 2025． Listen to SBS Japanese Audio on Tue, Thu and Fri from 1pm on SBS 3. Replays […]
At a time when global markets are swinging between optimism and anxiety, the wisdom of legendary investor Jeremy Grantham often comes to mind that successful investing is often less about excitement and more about discipline. From sticky inflation concerns in the US to geopolitical tensions in West Asia, elevated crude oil prices, and sharp sector […]
Japan’s immigration authorities plan to crack down on visa overstayers and illegal foreign workers by monitoring social media and other platforms for information or leads. The initiative is part of the country’s efforts to reduce the number of overstayers at a time when Japan is taking in more foreign workers due to labour shortages. As […]
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor has offered what many viewed as a subtle endorsement of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and India’s handling of ties with the Maldives, using the island nation as an example of how diplomacy is strengthened through actions rather than rhetoric. Speaking at the Fletcher School, Tharoor recalled how India responded during a […]
“It was directed towards people who were vulnerable and involved elements of premeditation, seeking financial gain from [his victim] through intimidation,” the tribunal said.In the sentencing judgement, the tribunal said his course of conduct was both ‘coercive’, ‘controlling’, and ‘persistent over a lengthy period of time’.“Due to his lack of insight and the risk of […]
Peshawar – Governor Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Faisal Karim Kundi on Friday emphasized the need for collective efforts to ensure public welfare and lasting peace in the province. He expressed these views while addressing cooperation agreements signing ceremony between Pakistan Red Crescent Society and welfare, medical and educational institutions at Governor House. He also distributed relief cheques […]
