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Brewing balance: Three Malaysian makers on the rise of functional drinks like kombucha and prebiotic sodas

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct. 21 -- There was a time when "drinks" meant little more than teh tarik, a bottle of something fizzy from the vending machine or just plain old H2O. Yet in recent years, Malaysia's b... Read More


Gov't to expand internet access to unconnected villages

Jakarta, Oct. 21 -- The Ministry of Communication and Digital Affairs and the Ministry of Village and Development of Disadvantaged Regions have agreed to collaborate in expanding internet access to vi... Read More


FIRE AT HSIA: Govt waives fees for addl flights from Oct 19 to 21

Dhaka, Oct. 21 -- The Ministry of Civil Aviation and Tourism (MoCAT) has instructed the authorities concerned to take necessary steps to waive all fees for additional special flights operated by vario... Read More


BNM chairman condemns Pakistan's attack on Afghanistan

India, Oct. 21 -- Dr. Naseem Baloch, Chairman of the Baloch National Movement (BNM), has condemned Pakistan's attacks on neighbouring Afghanistan, calling them not only a violation of international la... Read More


Minister calls for preservation of prehistoric Harimau Cave in Sumatra

Jakarta, Oct. 21 -- Culture Minister Fadli Zon emphasized the importance of preserving Indonesia's prehistoric heritage, including the Harimau Cave (Tiger Cave) site in Ogan Komering Ulu District, Sou... Read More


Goa CM Dr. Pramod Sawant announces chess in schools and colleges

Goa, Oct. 21 -- Goa Chief Minister Dr. Pramod Sawant announced that chess will now be part of school and college curricula across the state. The initiative aims to help students develop confidence and... Read More


Pak-China fashion show unites cultures at great wallPublished on: October 21, 2025 4:02 PM

Pakistan, Oct. 21 -- Pakistan and China showcased a vibrant celebration of friendship and creativity as they held their first-ever joint fashion show at the iconic Badaling section of the Great Wall i... Read More


15th Asia Tourism Forum to take place in Mongolia in 2026

Mongolia, Oct. 21 -- The Mongolian Tourism Association, in partnership with the Ministry of Culture, Sport, Tourism, and Youth of Mongolia and the School of Hotel and Tourism Management at Hong Kong P... Read More


Hindi scholar Francesca Orsini blacklisted for visa violation, say govt sources

New Delhi, Oct. 21 -- Hours after noted Hindi scholar Francesca Orsini was denied entry at the Indira Gandhi International Airport in Delhi and sent back, government sources confirmed that she has bee... Read More


Inside the most beautiful coffee house in the world

New Delhi, Oct. 21 -- I am in awe as I walk into the New York Cafe in Budapest. The shimmering gold leaf on the arches, frescoes dancing across the ceiling and sparkling chandeliers above seem like I ... Read More