Chance encounter transforms girl from Mumbai slum into teenage model, internet influencer
Her breakthrough reflects gradually changing attitudes in a country where advertising and Bollywood films glorify fair-skin as ideal beauty.
Sat Sep 23 2023
King Charles inherits crown with support for monarchy at record low - but future not set in stone
In a modern democracy like Britain the monarchy will need to retain public consent if it is to survive.
Tue Sep 13 2022
People suffering from depression are finally less stigmatized by society
Researchers also noted an increase in negative attitudes toward people with schizophrenia and alcohol addiction.
Thu Dec 30 2021
Saudi weapons trainer breaks mould in male-dominated field
Attitudes towards women have been changing in the conservative kingdom, with women making steady gains in the work force.
Mon Nov 01 2021
PKR not free of disloyal members - Anwar
PKR president Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has stressed that the party is not spared from having members who have treacherous and corrupt attitudes.
Sun Jun 20 2021
Sex sells: China farm region becomes 'lingerie capital'
Prolonged exposure to more open foreign attitudes is liberating a younger generation, especially women.
Tue Apr 27 2021
Global vaccine trust rising but France, Japan, others sceptical
Attitudes and confidence vary widely in the 15 countries covered in the survey.
Thu Feb 04 2021
John Lennon: Rockers' troubled muse, 40 years on
John Lennon's career was cut short 40 years ago when he was shot dead in New York - but he lives on in the songs and attitudes of other artists.
Sat Dec 05 2020
Deja Vu in France: Change attitudes
Honest reflections upon its own misdeeds past and present are what we expect of the French state and society in 2020.
Mon Nov 02 2020
A cafe in Yemen run by women, for women
When Um Feras realised there were no leisure spaces for women in her city in Yemen, she founded her own cafe and hopes to change attitudes about women-led businesses.
Mon Nov 02 2020
Is the hybrid remote-office model the future of work worldwide?
Attitudes to remote working differ significantly among countries.
Wed Oct 28 2020
Is bullying an emerging pattern of aggressive behaviour among our young?
A couple of recent tragedies which have shocked the nation have brought to the fore some disturbing questions about the attitudes of a small segment of our youths.
Tue Jul 04 2017
Here's how to teach your kids to lose (and why that's okay)
As a sports coach for young kids, Sam Weinman has seen plenty of thrown bats, sour attitudes and tears - all following losses.
Tue Jan 10 2017
Men with macho outlook face a greater risk of mental health problems
Sexist attitudes are dangerous to men's mental health.
Wed Nov 23 2016
Malaysia, Indonesia, two most important partners - Singapore PM
"There will be differences from time to time, because of their deep-seated attitudes towards us, but today, on the whole, relations with both countries are good," he said.
Sun Aug 21 2016
Is climate change making tropical storms more frequent? Scientists say it's unclear
Scientists say it remains unclear how much climate change is reshaping the storm season.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Samples obtained by Chinese spacecraft show moon's ancient volcanism
The material provides new insight into the moon's geological history including the oldest evidence to date of lunar volcanism.
Sat Nov 23 2024
The scamdemic targeting the young and vulnerable
Teenagers and young adults are becoming prime targets for a new wave of cyber scams, a trend raising alarm bells across Southeast Asia.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Japanese manicurist takes on plastic pollution, one nail at a time
Before global leaders address plastic pollution, a Japanese manicurist highlights the issue by incorporating it into her nail designs.
Sat Nov 23 2024
What to watch for ahead of US presidential inauguration
Here's a timeline of events between now and inauguration day.
Sat Nov 23 2024
The battle to reduce road deaths
In Malaysia, over half a million road accidents have been recorded so far this year.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Pro-Palestinian NGOs seek court order to stop Dutch arms exports to Israel
The Dutch state, as a signatory to the 1948 Genocide Convention, has a duty to take all reasonable measures at its disposal to prevent genocide.
Sat Nov 23 2024
How quickly can Trump's Musk-led efficiency panel slash US regulations?
Moves by Trump and his appointees to eliminate existing rules will be met with legal challenges, as many progressive groups and Democratic officials have made clear.
Sat Nov 23 2024
2TM: Consultations on PTPTN loans, admission to IPTA at MOHE booth
Consultations on PTPTN loans and admission to IPTA are among services provided at the Higher Education Ministry booth.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Kampung Tanjung Kala residents affected by flooded bridge every time it rains heavily
Almost 200 residents from 60 homes in Kampung Tanjung Kala have ended up stuck when their 200-metre (m) long concrete bridge flooded.
Sat Nov 23 2024