The city state awaits Prime Minister Wong’s government line-up amid controversy over images of Ong and Chee with a convicted money-launderer.
Qatar ‘multiple wallets’ announcement demonstrates focus on strengthening mobile payment sector
The Qatar Central Bank’s (QCB) recent introduction of a “multiple wallets per mobile number” feature in the Qatar mobile payment (QMP) system is a forward-thinking development for the mobile payment sector, an expert has said.
In South Korea, dolls modelled on married women spark complaints about ‘over-sexualised’ image
The ‘Dongtan Missy’ doll and similar ones are clad in provocative dresses with plunging cleavages, triggering calls to stop the sale of such figures.
Blackpink’s Lisa stirs outrage with Met Gala lingerie that appears to show Rosa Parks’ face
Social media users slammed the K-pop star, calling her look ‘highly distasteful’.
Selling in the UK as an overseas business
Businesses looking to expand operations and start sales in the UK must consider a number of important factors, from regulatory requirements to consumer rights, advertising and marketing issues.
Is NewJeans gone? What K-pop group’s saga reveals about power play in artist-label relations
Amid industry concern about similar moves by other artists, the group’s dispute may also prompt a review of the K-pop system, analysts say.
Philippine warship sinks prematurely, scuppering its use for Balikatan target practice
The 80-year-old BRP Miguel Malvar was supposed to be a target ship in the US-Philippines Balikatan drills – until it started taking on water.
As Pyongyang marathon returns, North Korea’s tourism remains frozen amid Russian pivot
North Korea’s tourism is in decline as it shifts focus to Russia, prioritising military and economic ties over international visitors.
Singapore election: what’s to blame for the opposition’s failure to make inroads?
As the dust settles after a charged polling season, observers point to changing voter patterns among supporters, signalling the beginning of the end for some parties.
Albanese’s new government to shield Australia from ‘dark shadow’ of US-China trade war
Treasurer Jim Chalmers says the re-elected Labor government’s first priority will be to address the global economic uncertainty.