
Chinese escapee from quarantine facility nabbed in Seoul
Police said they caught the 41-year-old man hiding in a Seoul hotel.
Thu Jan 05 2023

N.Korea's Kim declares victory in battle against COVID-19
North Korea has not revealed how many confirmed infections of the virus it has found, but since July 29 it has reported no new suspected cases.
Thu Aug 11 2022

Shanghai faces unexpected round of COVID testing for most residents
Seven of the Shanghai's 16 districts would carry out PCR testing for all residents over the weekend due to the discovery of a few cases.
Fri Jun 10 2022

In Shanghai, lockdown blues make way for COVID testing gripes
Shanghai residents face hours waiting in line for virus tests and the negative results they must show to be allowed to enter public spaces.
Thu Jun 02 2022

COVID-19 in babies - here's what to expect
Here's what to expect if your baby tests positive for COVID-19.
Thu May 26 2022

Tourist favourite Thailand's recovery lags on COVID rule changes
Thailand was among the first nations in Asia to reopen its borders but has introduced complicated entry rules.
Fri Apr 29 2022

Indonesia re-imposes visa-free visit for ASEAN nationals
Citizens from ASEAN countries are only required to show proof of COVID-19 vaccination and a negative PCR test 48 hours prior to arrival.
Wed Apr 06 2022

Anwar tests positive for COVID-19
Opposition leader Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim tested positive for COVID-19 via the Rt-PCR test carried out at Parliament today.
Mon Mar 21 2022

Israel to allow in all tourists regardless of COVID vaccination status
Entry into Israel will still require two PCR tests, one before flying in and one upon landing in Israel, the statement said.
Mon Feb 21 2022

Oscars to require COVID tests for all, vaccines for most
Performers and presenters at the film industry's highest honors also must undergo PCR testing.
Sat Feb 19 2022

No quarantine needed for Malaysians entering India effective today
The pre-flight COVID-19 RT-PCR Test is also not mandatory for fully vaccinated travellers arriving in India from Malaysia.
Mon Feb 14 2022

Rapid nose swab tests for COVID-19 may not detect Omicron quickly enough
Swabbing the nose with a rapid antigen test will not reliably detect the Omicron variant in the first few days of an infection.
Sat Jan 08 2022

Travellers from countries with travel restrictions allowed to enter Sabah with conditions
Masidi said they had to take a COVID-19 RT-PCR test two days prior to departure from the countries.
Sat Dec 25 2021

Biden tests negative for COVID after staffer tested positive - White House
A PCR test Biden received on Monday after being notified of the case came back negative, as did an antigen test he received on Sunday.
Tue Dec 21 2021

Eight RT-PCR samples including country's first Omicron case were negative - Noor Hisham
The result of a RT-PCR test sample of a traveller who was recorded as the first positive COVID-19 Omicron variant in the country was negative.
Fri Dec 03 2021

What happened in Philippine drug war that led to Duterte's arrest?
Here are some facts about the drug war during Duterte's presidency from 2016 to 2022.
Tue Mar 11 2025

Soccer - Manchester United plans to build 'world's greatest stadium'
Manchester United plans to build a new 100,000-seat stadium next to the existing Old Trafford, the club announces.
Tue Mar 11 2025

Meta begins testing its first in-house AI training chip
Meta is working with Taiwan-based chip manufacturer TSMC to produce the chip, according to sources.
Tue Mar 11 2025

Russia says it wants united and 'friendly' Syria
Russia has two strategically important military bases in Syria, which it is hoping to retain in the wake of Assad's fall.
Tue Mar 11 2025

Musk says juggling DOGE and CEO jobs is difficult, as Tesla shares slump
Elon Musk says he is running his businesses "with great difficulty" while working with the Trump administration.
Tue Mar 11 2025

Philippine ex-leader Duterte long defiant on deadly drug war
Before becoming president, Rodrigo Duterte earned the nicknames "The Punisher" and "Duterte Harry" for his violent anti-drug crackdown.
Tue Mar 11 2025

Ismail Sabri probe: 36 witnesses finish giving statements to MACC, 23 others to be summoned
A MACC source said 23 other witnesses have also been identified and would be summoned to give their statements soon.
Tue Mar 11 2025

Westin Hotels marks World Sleep Day with wellness-focused offerings
With a growing demand for sleep tourism and wellness travel, Westin aims to solidify its position as a leader in holistic hospitality.
Tue Mar 11 2025

Govt wants local experts to help improve national cyber security - PM's press secretary
Tunku Nashrul Abaidah says the government has high confidence in local expertise to face cybersecurity challenges.
Tue Mar 11 2025

Philippines' ex-President Duterte arrested at ICC's request over 'drugs war', government says
Rodrigo Duterte was arrested upon his arrival at a Manila airport and the ex-leader is now in custody, the office of the president said.
Tue Mar 11 2025