Heather Chen
Senior Staff Writer, Asia
Man to Be Hanged for Trafficking 1 Kilogram of Cannabis in Singapore
The accused claimed that he was threatened and coerced by narcotics officers into admitting to drug trafficking.
Endangered Sea Turtles Found Slaughtered Next to Abandoned Stove and Knife
The grisly discovery took place on the Malaysian side of Borneo island.
The Ugly Truth About Sharks Being Killed for Cosmetics
The overfishing of sharks, partly driven by the beauty industry, isn't just endangering shark species–it's also worsening the climate crisis.
A Shout-Out to Ali, a Character Too Pure for the Dark Humanity in ‘Squid Game’
VICE spoke with “Squid Game” actor Anupam Tripathi about his role in the hit Netflix series.
Man Jailed for ‘Depraved’ Sexual Torture of Girlfriend While Cousin Watched
The 32-year-old man had assaulted his girlfriend and forcibly inserted a marker and a battery into the woman’s body, a Singapore court heard.
This Beluga Whale Has Been Held in a Conglomerate’s Aquarium for Years
Bella the beluga was supposed to be freed. Activists say time is running out.
This Country May Ban Trans People From Entering Mosques
The idea in Malaysia would apply in federal territories, such as the capital.
Thai Authorities Arrest Trans Celeb Wanted in Malaysia for ‘Insulting Islam’
The cosmetics entrepreneur, who fell afoul of religious authorities back home, was released on bail.
Company Apologizes for Sending Clowns to Schools and Terrifying Parents
The sightings took place outside primary schools in Singapore.
You Can Now Buy ‘Pfizermeister’ Cocktails From This Bar
The drinks, which include the Sinosour, are meant to help ease pandemic-induced lockdown boredom.
As Young Talents Flee, Afghanistan Faces A Dying Arts and Culture Scene
With the Taliban in power, artists and musicians are silent, as "blasting Metallica or Iron Maiden would be acts that could get one killed.”
One of the World’s Most Wanted Pedophiles Has Been Arrested
The serial pedophile was captured at a COVID-19 quarantine site after evading detection for 14 years.