The top UN court has ruled on Gaza genocide case. Here's what happens now
Last month, the International Court of Justice ruled on South Africa's legal case accusing Israel of genocide.
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Malaysia’s Unesco plan for Chinese villages triggers fury among Malay-Muslim groups
In recent years, there have been increasingly frequent and bitter rows over culture and heritage in Malaysia, in step with the poll gains of Islamist parties, who claim to protect the economic and political interests of the multi-ethnic country’s Malay-Muslim majority.
South Korean DJ accused of killing delivery rider while drunk and with pet dog on lap
South Koreans have railed at a DJ who is accused of killing a delivery rider while drink-driving and rejecting a breathalyser test, marking the latest in a string of alcohol-fuelled incidents that had turned fatal.
Australia shakes off ‘Taylor Swift inflation’ fears ahead of Eras Tour concerts in Sydney and Melbourne
“I know all about Taylor Swift inflation as well, myself” Bullock told a news conference in response to a question on whether the huge demand for Taylor Swift tickets was an example of the type of services inflation mentioned frequently as a policy risk by the RBA.
India eyes ‘substantial’ tourism uptick from religious fervour amid Ayodhya Hindu temple opening
India is eyeing a boost in religious tourism following the inauguration of a Ram temple in the ancient city of Ayodhya, which is likely to pave the way for revamps of other pilgrimage spots and increase footfalls across the country.
Does South Korea have a drinking problem? Recent cases highlight ‘manly’ culture, need for alcohol law changes
The incidents point to a need to plug legal loopholes on alcohol in a country known for drinking problems, according to observers.
This scenic town in Croatia is selling houses for just 13 cents—but there’s a catch
Forget a penny for your thoughts; what about 13 cents for a house in Croatia?
Japan’s inbound travel sector expects bumper year, as tourist numbers approach pre-pandemic levels
The optimism comes following last week’s report from the Japan National Tourism Organisation (JNTO) that showed 25.07 million foreign tourists arrived in the country in 2023, more than six times the number from the previous year.