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New storm forecast to form off Philippine coast, likely to affect Vietnam

A tropical depression currently active east of the Philippines is expected to enter the East Sea within the next two to three days and may strengthen into a storm, Vietnamese weather authorities said.
December 3, 2025 | 11:30 pm PT

Vietnamese women face prosecution for smuggling cannabis into Japan

Two Vietnamese women are being prosecuted by Japanese authorities for allegedly attempting to smuggle over 30 kg of cannabis into the country, concealed within suitcases of dried food.
December 3, 2025 | 03:00 pm PT

Which Asian country is home to all 5 highest bridges in the world?

The record heights of these bridges are measured by deck-height, which means the vertical distance from the bridge deck to the ground or canyon/river valley below.
December 3, 2025 | 03:00 pm PT

Ho Chi Minh City braces for thunderstorms and high tides this week

Ho Chi Minh City and neighboring provinces are expected to experience a spell of widespread thunderstorms lasting from Tuesday evening through Saturday, according to the Southern Hydrometeorological Station.
December 2, 2025 | 01:33 am PT

Chinese man gets 'eye stroke' from overnight gaming, nearly loses vision

A 35-year-old Chinese man suffered permanent vision impairment in his right eye after an all-night gaming session led to a sudden central retinal artery occlusion, commonly known as an "eye stroke."
December 1, 2025 | 03:56 pm PT

Canada imposes 50% cut in new study permits for 2026

Canada will issue a maximum of 408,000 study permits next year, a 7% decrease from this year, with the number of new international students reduced by half as the country continues to curb immigration.
November 30, 2025 | 08:08 pm PT

15-year-old becomes PhD in Quantum Physics, sets sights on 'creating super-humans'

A 15-year-old prodigy in Belgium has earned a PhD in Quantum Physics, securing his place as one of the youngest PhD holders ever, and his new goal now is to unlock human immortality through medical research.
November 26, 2025 | 08:41 pm PT

Vietnamese student number in US reaches all-time high

Nearly 25,600 Vietnamese students studied at U.S. higher education institutions during the past school year, marking the highest number ever recorded and establishing Vietnam as the fifth-largest source of international students in the U.S.
November 22, 2025 | 04:00 am PT

Which country leads Asia in English proficiency?

In the English Proficiency Index (EPI) 2025 released by Education First (EF), 25 Asian countries and territories are ranked.
November 21, 2025 | 03:14 pm PT

Top South Korean universities face AI cheating scandal, students admit widespread misuse

A widespread academic cheating scandal involving artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged at several top South Korean universities, highlighting the challenges of assessment in the technology era.
November 19, 2025 | 05:13 pm PT

Vietnam rises to 'moderate' level in English proficiency ranking

Vietnam has advanced to the “moderate proficiency” group in the English Proficiency Index (EPI) released by Education First (EF) on Wednesday, a notable improvement over its placement in the “low proficiency” group last year.
November 19, 2025 | 03:03 pm PT

High tides forecast to bring floods back to Ho Chi Minh City this week

Areas prone to urban flooding in Ho Chi Minh City should prepare for the situation yet again this week as meteorological and hydrological agencies forecast that peak tides are likely to occur.
November 18, 2025 | 01:17 am PT

Bangkok braces for 2-4 C temperature drop

Bangkok and nearby central provinces are expected to cool sharply this week, with temperatures forecast to drop by 2-4 C between Nov. 17 and 23.
November 17, 2025 | 10:29 pm PT

Australian student visa priority processing slashes wait time to minimum of one week

Australia has announced that processing times for student visas will range from one to 12 weeks, depending on the group of institutions, replacing the previous system which did not specify exact timelines.
November 14, 2025 | 02:53 pm PT

Air pollution could cost Southeast Asia nearly $600B by 2050: study

A new study projects that premature deaths caused by air pollution in Southeast Asia could surge by nearly 10% by 2050, potentially inflicting economic losses of up to US$591 billion on the region if aggressive action is not taken.
November 12, 2025 | 02:56 pm PT

What is the word of the year for 2025, and what does it mean?

Dictionary.com has recently revealed the 2025 Word of the Year, and it is beyond words.
November 12, 2025 | 02:55 pm PT

No bully zone: South Korean universities rejects applicants with history of school violence

Major South Korean universities have begun rejecting applicants involved in school violence, marking an unprecedented shift toward stricter accountability in the country's education system.
November 11, 2025 | 05:03 am PT

Which country is the best place for immigrants to settle in the world?

This country is an ideal choice for settlement, thanks to its high minimum wage, happiness index, and safety.
November 10, 2025 | 03:05 pm PT

Woman blocks road to dry rice, causing fatal accident in northern Vietnam

A 67-year-old woman in Vietnam's Ninh Binh Province is facing criminal charges after she blocked a public road to dry rice, leading to a deadly crash of a motorcyclist.
November 10, 2025 | 01:13 am PT

Miss Universe executive Nawat Itsaragrisil fired following onstage dispute with Miss Mexico

Miss Universe executive Nawat Itsaragrisil has been dismissed from this year’s competition after a heated confrontation with Miss Mexico, Fátima Bosch, earlier this week.
November 9, 2025 | 03:51 am PT
 
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