Asia Philippines Philippines won 12 medals at an international science competition where students compete individually in subjects like math, biology and physics; The result highlights the country’s growing focus on STEM education and global academic competitiveness
Asia Georgia Celebrations of 9 April, Day of National Unity, turned into explosive political tension between protesters and government officials notwithstanding the designation that commemorates the protests of 9 April 1989 that led to the asset of modern Georgia
Asia India The first census since 2011 is about to begin: one of the world’s largest administrative tasks, it will involve over three million workers gathering data door to door; info will include caste, as policy will benefit lower ones in the next decade
Asia Kyrgyzstan President Sadyr Japarov visited the Transnational Corporation Dastan 3 to review its current manufacturing capabilities and strategic development; media reported he has instructed the facility to start drone production
Asia Cambodia Restoration of Preah Vihear Temple could take up to three decades after damage caused during past clashes with Thailand; Officials say structural repairs, conservation work and UNESCO-guided restoration are needed to fully recover the historic site
Asia Indonesia Officials in East Jakarta faced backlash after using an AI-generated image to respond to a public complaint, raising concerns over transparency; The fact highlight risks of using AI in public communication without clear disclosure or verification
Asia Brunei AI elements have been included in Hari Raya celebration themed ‘AI Innovation as a Catalyst for the Development of a Prosperous and Sustainable Society’: five AI-powered robots performed dance, a live calligraphy demonstration, and photo opportunities
Asia Lebanon After Israeli attacks hit Beirut's densely populated suburbs yesterday, killing hundreds and wounding thousands, the head of Lebanon’s syndicate of doctors called for “all physicians from all specialities” to head to any hospital they could to offer help
Asia Singapore Restrictions on social media features such as direct messaging and auto-play, particularly for younger users, are being studied; The move aims to curb excessive screen time, reduce exposure to harmful content and strengthen online safety safeguards
Asia Mongolia Gombojavyn Zandanshatar has been appointed as prime minister after a parliamentary deadlock, replacing Luvsannamsrain Oyun-Erdene; The move ends weeks of political stalemate and aims to restore stability and advance economic policy
Asia Bhutan A new helicopter airlift services is now evacuating patients from remote highland regions, where rugged terrain limits emergency care; The system enables rapid transport to hospitals, and local leaders are now calling for attendants during evacuations
Asia Vietnam Technology will help authorities locate and repatriate the remains of war martyrs, the soldiers who died in the Vietnam War; Deputy PM ordered the use of DNA testing, digital archives and mapping to identify remains and return them to families
Asia Japan Proof of proficiency in Japanese will be required to apply for a working visa for engineering, humanities or international services; policy will be revised tightening screening after workers entered Japan under a specialized job visa but do unskilled jobs