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These are sample stories on Asia which we track on a daily basis. The sources and links to the stories, which are available online, are acknowledged and listed. Where any of these stories require paid subscription to access, we've listed only the portion which the site allows.
His Majesty the King called Thailand the “land of compromise” in unprecedented comments on 1 Nov 20, during which the once-unapproachable monarch declared “love” for all Thais after months of protests calling for reform to
Diesel sales climbed 6.6% and petrol rose 4% y/y in Oct 20 as the festive season drove up consumer demand and perked up the economy. Diesel witnessed its first monthly rise in Oct 20 since
Central Java Governor Ganjar Pranowo has announced that his administration will raise the provincial minimum wage for 2021 despite the Manpower Ministry’s directions to maintain wages at current levels. “We have met with and heard
The Criminal Court on 28 Oct 20 dropped the contempt of court charge against Parit “Penguin” Chiwarak, leader of the anti-government Free People group after he apologised for his actions. The court on 28 Oct
25 opposition lawmakers have filed motions of no-confidence against Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin, reported Free Malaysia Today. Among the MPs who have put in their dissatisfaction over the top leadership are Kepong MP Lim Lip