Asia’s Retail Revolution: Technology, Sustainability, And Personalization Shape The Future

In an era marked by rapid change in consumer behavior, Asia’s retail landscape is poised for significant evolution as technology and sustainability become pivotal themes. As retailers across the continent adapt to shifting demands and preferences, those …

ASIA/CAMBODIA - Appointment of coadjutor vicar apostolic of Phnom-Penh

Vatican City - The Holy Father has appointed the Reverend Pierre Suon Hangly, of the clergy of the apostolic vicariate of Phnom-Penh, Cambodia, until now prefect apostolic of Kompong-Cham, as coadjutor vicar apostolic of the same apostolic vicariate of …

ASIA/INDIA - Appointment of coadjutor archbishop of Calcutta

America’s West Asia pivot: Retreat or reinforcement?

As America reimagines its legacy in West Asia, India is preparing to assume a complementary but distinct role as a facilitator of progress, reliability, and regional stewardship. NEW DELHI: President Trump’s escalation in the Iran-Israel war began with an …

Bahrain duo bow out in quarters of Asia event

SNOOKER – BAHRAIN’S Habib Sabah and Khalil Busaif bowed out in the quarter-final stage of the Asian Men’s Team Snooker Championship 2025, held in Colombo, Sri Lanka. Sabah and Busaif secured their berth after winning two of their three matches in Group D …

Dates for Asia Cup 2025 revealed

The ACC Men's Asia Cup 2025 is tentatively scheduled to take place from September 12 to 28, with India, the designated host, likely to share hosting responsibilities with the United Arab Emirates (UAE). According to the media reports, the UAE and Sri …

PHF names squad for U-18 Asia Cup

ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Hockey Federation (PHF) has officially announced the team lineup and officials for the upcoming Under-18 Asia Cup 2025. The team will be managed by Olympian Malik Shafqat, while the coaching panel includes Mukhtar Ahmed, Tousiq …

Climate brunt on Asia

Listen to article In a slew of distressing climate news, yet another report highlights an ongoing consequence of global warming. According to the World Meteorological Organization, a specialised agency of the United Nations, Asia is currently warming …

Thailand was the first country in Asia to legalize marijuana. Things didn’t go as planned

By Helen Regan and Kocha Olarn, CNN (CNN) — Three years since Thailand became the first country in Asia to decriminalize cannabis, the government this week imposed new rules designed to rein in the country’s “green rush.” As of Thursday, customers need a …

Paraguay’s growing pork industry looks to expand in Asia

Paraguay has been known for many years solely as an agricultural country, with soybeans as its leading product, and, to a lesser extent, as a cattle-raising country with beef production. The country is currently positioning itself on the global animal- …