Society

Faced with ruthless economic demands, increasing numbers of workers are turning to a cheap, addictive drug that enables them to "work without stopping.”

Her award also provided a rare moment of national unity, as Koreans from both sides of the political divide rushed to praise Han and her writing.

Here’s a rundown of the major points behind South Korea’s stalemate on medical reforms.

The number of cancer cases in Singapore is on the rise even though the hazardous material was banned more than 30 years ago.

Those Koreans resident in Japan who support North Korea face a serious new challenge.

Despite the unity during the 2024 protest movement, old divisions between secular leftists and Islamists quickly resurfaced.

A new bill seeks to tighten Islamic orthodoxies, imperiling the country's reputation for religious tolerance and inclusion.

A rare in-person visit sheds light on the chaotic events that took place before and after the Arakan Army's capture of the town in May.

Every child in Central Asia deserves to grow up in an environment free from violence, where protection is not only a policy, but a reality.

Critics argue that the Kazakh people were presented a largely one-sided positive view of the referendum, making the victory of the “yes” camp unsurprising. 

Afghanistan’s women have not stopped fighting, and neither should the international community. 

S Iswaran pleaded guilty to accepting more than S$400,000 in valuable gifts from businessmen who had dealings with the government.