New danger at scarred nuclear plant
DENYS Khomenko betrays no emotion recalling the night last year when a Russian strike drone tore into the protective arc covering the part of the Chernobyl nuclear plant that suffered the world's worst nuclear disaster – narrowly avoiding another tragedy.
Oil shock hits the clothing rack
A SURGE in fossil fuel prices since the Iran conflict is squeezing polyester suppliers and garment makers across India and Bangladesh, threatening to raise costs for fast-fashion retailers like Zara and H&M.
Cherry blossom record has a new guardian
FOR more than 1,200 years, Japanese noblemen, monks and bureaucrats have carefully recorded one of the most eagerly awaited days of the year – when cherry blossoms bloom in the ancient capital, Kyoto.
Inside America’s Cuban bubble
A REFRIGERATOR plane arrives weekly with fresh fruit and vegetables to restock the stores and sailors' dining rooms.
Mirage of prosperity in Las Vegas
THESE days, the high rollers are still rolling into Las Vegas, but those on a budget no longer feel like winners.
The cost of not ageing well
Despite knowing what it takes to stay healthy, most Malaysians aren't acting — with fewer than one in six seniors ageing well.
'Tiredness is not in my vocabulary', says 95-year-old retired Malaysian teacher
At 95, Annie Verghese reflects on a meaningful life shaped by family, teaching, and food. 2&3
Brazil’s bank-led forest defence
AFTER struggling for years to track and punish deforestation across the world's largest rainforest, Brazil is recruiting new allies in the battle to protect the Amazon: bank managers.
‘Amazon’ for the front lines
IN an icy bunker in eastern Ukraine, Capt Denys Poliachenko was worried as Russian forces built up equipment about 30km away.
