TOKYO: As Japan throws open its doors to visitors this week after more than two years of pandemic isolation, hopes for a tourism boom face tough headwinds amid shuttered shops and a shortage of hospitality workers. From Tuesday (Oct 11), Japan will reinstate visa-free travel to dozens of countries, endingContinue Reading
Thailand is planning to promote chilli paste under the “One Country One Product” (OCOP) scheme for promoting good health and nutrition.Continue Reading
WASHINGTON: China’s ambassador to the United States thanked Elon Musk for proposing a special administration zone for Taiwan, while Taiwan’s de facto ambassador to Washington reprimanded the billionaire saying its “freedom and democracy are not for sale”. “Taiwan sells many products, but our freedom and democracy are not for sale,”Continue Reading
SEOUL: North Korean leader Kim Jong Un guided recent exercises by nuclear tactical operation units in response to large-scale navy drills by South Korean and US forces, which have escalated regional tensions, KCNA state news agency said on Monday (Oct 10). Over the past two weeks, North Korea carried outContinue Reading
Facing danger at home, a record number of Indian migrants have crossed from Mexico into the US.Continue Reading
Fired from her job with no money to pay for treatment, this breast cancer survivor beat the odds, made a full recovery and rebuilt her life and health. She shares her heartbreaking experiences with CNA Women and tells us why breast cancer was a wake-up call for her to start anew. Continue Reading
The Pacific Island is attempting to gradually move away from traditional industries to IT services.Continue Reading
With faster download speeds and higher bandwidth, the next generation network is seen as essential for adopting emerging technologies like artificial intelligence and robotics.Continue Reading
HPB also highlighted its Healthier Ingredient Development Scheme, which offers grants to encourage food manufacturers to develop healthier ingredient products. “By March 2022, 95 suppliers across nine ingredient categories were on board the scheme, offering over 300 healthier ingredient products,” it said. Nevertheless, TODAY’s checks at major retail stores foundContinue Reading
Under the Appropriate Adult Scheme for Young Suspects (AAYS), they accompany suspects during interviews with law enforcement agencies.Continue Reading