South Korean authorities were scrambling on Wednesday to contain coronavirus outbreaks centred around Christian schools as the country reported a jump in infections, dampening hopes of a speedy exit ... ( read original story ...)
Asia Today: South Korea adds 559 cases, highest in 10 days
South Korea has reported 559 new cases of coronavirus infection, its highest daily increase in 10 days, as health workers scramble to slow transmissions at ... ( read original story ...)
Lawmakers Say North Korean Diplomat Defected to South Korea
South Korean lawmakers say a North Korean diplomat who served as the country’s acting ambassador to Kuwait has defected to the South. ( read original story ...)
Myanmar begins nationwide vaccination drive against coronavirus
Yangon, Jan 27 (IANS) Myanmar on Wednesday launched a Covid-19 vaccination programme across the country. The drive started with the medical staff who are working in the frontline across the country's ... ( read original story ...)
Myanmar garment workers sue factory manager for grave threats
The workers union of a local garment factory in Yangon would file grave threats against the facility manager after one of its leaders was assaulted after a court hearing. ( read original story ...)
Ranong to send 402 migrants back to Myanmar
Ranong will send its first batch of 166 detained Myanmar migrants from a total of 402 back to their home country starting on Thursday, Ranong Governor Somkiat Sisanet said on Tuesday. The 402 were ... ( read original story ...)
Thailand backs amendment allowing early-stage abortions
Thai lawmakers have voted in favor of allowing abortion up to 12 weeks of pregnancy while retaining penalties for later terminations, a move that pro-choice activists said fell short of protecting the ... ( read original story ...)
Thailand reports 819 new virus cases, 1 additional death
Thailand on Wednesday reported 819 new coronavirus cases, taking its total infections to 15,465. One additional death was reported, bringing total fatalities to 76. More than 700 of the new infections ... ( read original story ...)
King of Thailand Reportedly Accused of Breaking Sister’s Ankles After She Questions Plan to Name Second Queen
The King of Thailand, Maha Vajiralongkorn, known for his furious rages, allegedly broke his sisters ankles after she was knocked to the floor by one of his dogs. ( read original story ...)
Couple spend £2,500 turning garden into a Thailand-inspired paradise
Katy Roast, 47, and husband Ken, 68, from Barking and Dagenham, took eight months to revamp their outdoor space into place to unwind with 'zen-like quality'. ( read original story ...)