Iran’s theocratic regime is paving the way for a hardliner, who is linked to mass executions and human rights abuses, to become the country’s next president -- as dissidents cry foul over what they ... ( read original story ...)
Biden walks foreign policy tightrope with Turkey’s Erdogan in NATO meeting
President Joe Biden's sideline discussions with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan are just as politically fraught as his highly anticipated one-on-one talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin. ( read original story ...)
Wales’ Page hints at different ‘personnel’ for Turkey
Wales coach Robert Page said he could make alterations for his side's second Euro 2020 Group A match against Turkey in Baku. At Euro 2016, eventual winners Portugal as well Northern Ireland reached ... ( read original story ...)
Turkey Holds Keys to U.S. Afghan Pullout, a Potential Problem for Biden
Threatening to end its Afghan airport security detail, Turkey is expected to seek concessions that include its acquisition of a Russian-made air-defense system. ( read original story ...)
Obesity recorded in over 40% of Vietnam’s urban elementary school students: survey
Obesity not only affects appearance but also causes health problems, such as metabolic disorder, and elevates the risks of cardiovascular diseases, stroke, diabetes, and fatty liver ... ( read original story ...)
Philippines: Militant wanted for beheadings, 3 others killed
Philippine troops killed four Abu Sayyaf militants in a gunbattle Sunday in the country’s south, including a commander blamed for beheadings and a suspected would-be suicide bomber, military officials ... ( read original story ...)
Bangladesh weighs alternatives to SSC, HSC exams in 2021
The government is exploring alternatives to the Secondary School Certificate and Higher Secondary Certificate assessments in case the examinations cannot be held in 2021 due to the COVID-19 crisis. ( read original story ...)
COVID-19 shots to the people: Indonesia city revs up vaccine buses
An Indonesian city is bringing COVID-19 vaccines to its people with a growing fleet of inoculation buses, as the country faces a spike in infections after a major religious festival. ( read original story ...)
Indonesia Extends Luxury Tax Break on Cars With Smaller Engines
Indonesia has extended relief from a luxury tax on automotive sales for cars with smaller engines, in an attempt to boost demand amid the coronavirus pandemic. ( read original story ...)
India Prepares for More Covid-19 Surges With Oxygen Plants and Hospital Beds
Cities and states are working to avoid a repeat of the humanitarian crisis that accompanied the devastating number of cases in the spring. ( read original story ...)