OpenAI, Kakao to jointly develop AI products for South Korea

SEOUL: OpenAI said on Tuesday (Feb 4) it will develop artificial intelligence products for South Korea with chat app operator Kakao, unveiling a second major alliance with a high-profile Asian partner this week. In a whirlwind tour through Asia, OpenAI …

Manny Pacquiao stars in Netflix athletic reality show ‘Physical: Asia’

This is AI generated summarization, which may have errors. For context, always refer to the full article. Future boxing Hall of Famer Manny Pacquiao, now a popular figure in Korean and Japanese media post-retirement, reappears with a landmark involvement …

South-East Asia cancer deaths to rise 85% by 2050: WHO

Baby face obsession: Why South Koreans strive to look younger

The Korea Herald/Asia News Network In South Korea, conversations with strangers traditionally begin by sharing one’s age, which helps determine the proper use of honorifics, an important aspect of Korean language, and shapes expectations around people’ …

Trump foreign aid freeze hits climate journalism grants for developing Asia

International non-profit Internews has suspended all sub-grants and contracts for climate journalists starting 27 January, Eco-Business has learnt. “We are unable to draw down the funding for our work and must pause all activities funded by US government …

US trade war threatens South African agricultural exports

Concern has been raised about the agricultural impact in South Africa following US President Donald Trump announcing across-the-board tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China. The Agricultural Business Chamber of South Africa (Agbiz) said on Monday that they …

Kyrgyz president expects Chinese modernization to bring new opportunities for Kyrgyzstan, Central Asia

This aerial photo taken on Oct. 27, 2020 shows the construction site of the second phase of the north-south highway built by China in Kyrgyzstan. (China Road&Bridge Corporation/Handout via Xinhua)In an exclusive written interview with Xinhua before …

Vacancy – South Asia Regional Coordinator

We are looking for a part-time regional coordinator with specific focus on South Asia. to help us develop our UK based solidarity work. Applicants must be fluent in written and spoken Hindi, have a good standard of written and spoken English and be based …

Outdoor Warning Siren Market in South Asia & Oceania to Reach US$ 28.08 Million by 2034

Outdoor warning siren market in South Asia & Oceania is growing due to rising natural disasters, government efforts, and community engagement for better safety. ROCKVILLE, MD, UNITED STATES, February 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- According …

Cash-strapped Pakistan buying Chinese 5th-gen jets will only enhance insecurity in South Asia

Pakistan’s reported plans to acquire 40 units of the Shenyang Aircraft Corporation (SAC)-produced fifth-generation J-35A fighter jets exemplify the deepening of its military ties with China. China already serves as Pakistan’s leading supplier of military …