While some K-pop idols have slammed President Yoon Suk-yeol, other stars face criticism for being indifferent to the political turmoil.
Thai masseuse urges ‘fairness’ after new details emerge in singer’s death
An autopsy carried out on Chayada Prao-hom shows the singer’s death was not due to health complications from massage.
McKinsey Africa to pay over $122m over South African bribes
A recent settlement reached over bribes paid by McKinsey and Company Africa (Pty) Ltd (McKinsey Africa) in South Africa shows the willingness of the country’s National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) to come to pragmatic resolutions in corporate corruption matters if companies respond appropriately, experts have said.
Indonesia’s Bali aims to root out foreign travellers offering sexual services
A law enforcement team in Bali has been deployed to deal with the problem by monitoring vice establishments and online platforms.
Philippine gambling revenue to hit record US$6 billion this year, despite Pogo crackdown
This year’s record revenue comes despite a crackdown on offshore gambling operators, known as Pogos, which have been linked to criminal activity.
Sustainable corporate governance is more than just a reporting obligation
Environmental, social and governance (ESG) issues are a continuously increasing challenge for management, executive boards and supervisory boards. In addition to legal risks and potential fines, the company’s reputation is at stake. To manage these risks, businesses must consider ESG as more than just a reporting issue.
India questions Musk’s Starlink for clues in US$4.2 billion drug smuggling case
This is the first time Starlink’s device has been linked to a major drug smuggling operation.
China, Philippines put tensions aside to work together on gambling crackdown
The deportation of 190 individuals involved in online gambling shows bilateral cooperation is not foreclosed by the South China Sea dispute.
South Korean prosecutors detain ex-defence chief over martial law imposition
Defence Minister KimYong Hyun allegedly recommended last week’s brief martial law imposition by President Yoon.
Australian man charged for threatening to crash plane at Changi Airport
A man will be charged with two counts of using threatening words after he allegedly threatened to crash an aircraft while boarding a flight.
