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These are the top stories making the front pages of major newspapers from across Southeast Asia today. Get up to speed with what’s happening in the fastest growing region in the world.At least 8 killed in shootings in Hanau, GermanyAt least eight people were killed and several others injured after shootings at multiple locations on Wednesday night (19 Feb) in the central German city of Hanau, east of Frankfurt, police said.Authorities said they were hunting for multiple suspects, who

20 February 2020
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Is Southeast Asia getting enough sleep?

We spend up to one-third of our lives sleeping; a basic human need which is crucial to our overall health and well-being. For most adults, getting seven to eight hours of sleep every night might be the most important thing they can do for their physical and mental health.According to Dr Erik St.

19 February 2020
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Hot Off The Press

These are the top stories making the front pages of major newspapers from across Southeast Asia today. Get up to speed with what’s happening in the fastest growing region in the world.

19 February 2020
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ASEAN workers facing burnout

The World Health Organisation (WHO) in 2019 recognised burnout as a diagnosable condition, which was entered into the international classification of diseases (IDC-11).

18 February 2020
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Hot Off The Press

These are the top stories making the front pages of major newspapers from across Southeast Asia today. Get up to speed with what’s happening in the fastest growing region in the world.

18 February 2020
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Hot Off The Press

These are the top stories making the front pages of major newspapers from across Southeast Asia today. Get up to speed with what’s happening in the fastest growing region in the world.

17 February 2020
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Virus hits tourism industry as tourists stay home

Elephant parks unvisited, curios at markets unsold as tuk-tuks sit idle: Southeast Asia is facing billions of dollars in losses from a collapse in Chinese tourism since the outbreak of a deadly new coronavirus.From Luang Prabang in northern Laos to Pattaya in Thailand, Hoi An in Vietnam and the Cambodian casino town of Sihanoukville, takings have plummeted as Chinese travellers find themselves subject to a host of restrictions at home and abroad."We haven't had any Chinese for 10 da

17 February 2020
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Southeast Asia’s rapidly ageing population  

Some of the most rapidly ageing countries in the world can be found in Southeast Asia. The population of Singapore over the age of 65 is expected to reach 26.6 percent in 2035, whereas the ageing population in Thailand is expected to reach 22.8 percent.

16 February 2020
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How tech changed the dating game

Every 14 February, prices of chocolates and flowers will spike and restaurants tend to be fully booked by couples looking for a romantic date night. Some singles might feel left out from the celebration, but with numerous dating sites and apps – the new ‘swipe’ culture makes it easier for one to find a partner or a companion in an instant.In 1995, Match.com became the first major online dating site in existence. In 2009 and 2010 respectively, dating apps Grindr and Scruff were launched.

14 February 2020
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ASEAN’s future power source

The gears of industry would not turn if not for power. In the modern world, we have come to depend on electricity generated from traditional fossil fuel resources like coal. However, amid a global awareness of the dangers of fossil fuels to our environment, we have since embarked on a paradigm shift towards renewable energy.As a region, Southeast Asia cannot be removed from this global upheaval.

14 February 2020
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Hot Off The Press

These are the top stories making the front pages of major newspapers from across Southeast Asia today. Get up to speed with what’s happening in the fastest growing region in the world.

14 February 2020
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Can AI give retail a boost?

The retail industry has undergone multiple transformations during the past century, with those who adapt and innovate continuing to survive. It also helps if one is exceptionally unique. It seems that the world's consumers have gotten a little tired from having to explore multiple shopping locations to find what they want or need.

13 February 2020
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