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March 30, 2026 5 visible stories Cyber & Technology

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The Straits Times Asia

Cyber & Technology

Cyber & Technology 1m ago

Indonesian govt urges apps to comply as social media ban comes into force

It said only Bigo Live and X have “fully complied” by setting minimum user ages on their platforms.

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The Straits Times Asia

Southeast Asia · straitstimes.com

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Singaporean comedian Mark Lee reflects on bond with his 12-year-old daughter

Singaporean entertainer Mark Lee talks about his evolving relationship with daughter Calynn Lee, whose personality and affection shine through in subtle ways.

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Southeast Asia · channelnewsasia.com

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Air China resumes flights to North Korea after 6-year pause

The move is another sign isolated North Korea is gradually opening up following the resumption of train services between the capitals.

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Southeast Asia · channelnewsasia.com

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The Straits Times Asia

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The Straits Times Asia • 1m ago

Indonesian govt urges apps to comply as social media ban comes into force

It said only Bigo Live and X have “fully complied” by setting minimum user ages on their platforms.

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Southeast Asia

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Channel NewsAsia • 1m ago

Singaporean comedian Mark Lee reflects on bond with his 12-year-old daughter

Singaporean entertainer Mark Lee talks about his evolving relationship with daughter Calynn Lee, whose personality and affection shine through in subtle ways.

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Southeast Asia Entertainment ,CNA Lifestyle ,Singapore ,8days

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Channel NewsAsia • 1m ago

Air China resumes flights to North Korea after 6-year pause

The move is another sign isolated North Korea is gradually opening up following the resumption of train services between the capitals.

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Southeast Asia East Asia ,Asia

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The Straits Times Asia • 1m ago

Australian sky turns an apocalyptic blood red ahead of Tropical Cyclone Narelle

This took place as dust filled the air ahead of Tropical Cyclone Narelle, a forecasting company said.

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France 24 Asia-Pacific • 1m ago

Indonesia begins enforcing social media ban for children under-16s

Indonesia began enforcing a social media ban for children under the age of 16 on Saturday, after a minister warned digital platforms there was "no room for compromise." he Southeast Asian nation announced the ban this mo...

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