2.5-year ban for football player who had Tanjong Pagar contract torn up over punching incident

Chinese Human Rights Defenders reported that Chinese authorities have wrongfully detained thousands of individuals, convicting 1,545 prisoners of conscience over the past six years. The group stated that arbitrary detentions may constitute crimes against humanity, with severe penalties imposed on those detained, including death sentences. Women activists, ethnic minorities, and individuals over 60 were disproportionately affected, with China's use of arbitrary detention expanding under Xi Jinping, targeting critics, human rights personnel, and individuals involved in...

The F.B.I. arrested Mohammad Sharifullah, an Afghan national, for his involvement in the deadly 2021 attack on U.S. service members at Kabul airport, where 13 military members were killed and 160 civilians injured. Sharifullah, a member of ISIS-K, admitted to aiding in the attack and other lethal operations, including a 2016 attack on the Canadian Embassy in Kabul and a 2024 attack near Moscow. He faces terrorism charges and the possibility of life in prison,...

Alice Au, group director of digital marketing at Wharf Hotels in Hong Kong, is a seasoned professional with expertise in CRM and ecommerce. She has successfully launched 20 new websites, significantly increased performance marketing ROAS, and driven substantial revenue growth for Wharf Hotels' properties. Au's innovative approach includes integrating platforms like WeChat and Alipay into the group strategy, resulting in expanded market reach and higher engagement, showcasing her ability to identify opportunities and leverage emerging...

Malaysia's MISC has ordered two VLECs from Hyundai Heavy Industries for $158.5m each, set for delivery by 2028 under a long-term charter with PTT. These vessels will transport ethane from the US to Thailand, featuring dual-fuel ethane propulsion engines and the ability to carry ethylene and LPG, enhancing MISC's revenue generation and global energy presence. Full Article

Tour operators leading treks to Mount Kinabalu in Malaysia are considering offering low-risk “adventure” packages for older tourists instead of implementing an age limit, following the recent death of a British national in his 70s. Sabah Tourism Minister Christina Liew mentioned the possibility of age restrictions after a series of fatalities on the peak in the past year, with the latest incident occurring on February 25. Tourist guides suggest providing senior-friendly activities such as scenic...

Russia has escalated its retaliation against Japan by permanently banning high-level officials and business leaders, including Foreign Minister Iwaya Takeshi and the presidents of four Japanese corporations, in response to Japan's sanctions over Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Tokyo has joined the U.S. and Europe in imposing sanctions on Russia, with concerns heightened by Russia's increased cooperation with North Korea, leading to Moscow imposing counter-sanctions on Japanese individuals. The ongoing conflict has strained relations between the...