Business, markets and economy news from Malaysia.
A 35-year-old man in Mie Prefecture, Japan has been arrested for allegedly confining his partner's five-year-old daughter inside a garbage can. The incident occurred in May, with the man claiming the act was a form of discipline.
An appellate court has ruled that a 13-year-old sole survivor of a catastrophic vehicle crash is entitled to full compensation for her severe injuries, despite her father bearing substantial responsibility for the accident.
A Swedish court has rejected a Hong Kong couple's attempt to challenge authorities' decision to transfer guardianship of their four-year-old daughter to a foster family, ruling that social welfare decisions cannot be subject to judicial review.