ISLAMABAD (AP) — Flash floods from heavy seasonal rains have killed at least 68 people in Afghanistan, Taliban officials said Saturday, adding the death toll was based on preliminary reports. ( read original story ...)
Mori Trust’s Miwako Date Looks To Hotels For New Growth
That includes expanding its property portfolio beyond Japan to ensure steady cash flow. Date first began to invest in U.S. real estate in 2016, the year she took the reins as president. ( read original story ...)
Azerbaijan to export 1.2 billion cubic metres of gas to Syria through Turkey annually, says SOCAR
Azerbaijan will export 1.2 billion cubic metres of gas annually to Syria from the BP-operated Shah Deniz gas field in the Azeri Caspian Sea, a senior official at Azeri state energy company SOCAR told ...
Turkey Reveals Marine Park Plans, Escalating Dispute with Greece
Turkey's plan for marine parks in the Aegean and Mediterranean has escalated tensions with Greece, reigniting a long-standing dispute.
China, Vietnam Plan First Joint Army Drill Amid US Tariffs
China and Vietnam plan to hold their first joint army training exercise this month, a sign of deepening military ties as the two countries grapple with US tariff policies.
Tourist boat capsizes in Vietnam, killing dozens
Please don’t let anyone behind on that boat. There is so little air left, there is a small chance of surviving,” said one survivor.
Tourist boat capsizes during a storm in Vietnam, leaving 37 dead. 5 remain missing
State media in Vietnam have reported that 37 people were killed after a boat carrying tourists capsized during a sudden thunderstorm. Five people remain missing.
Vietnam official urges public to cancel lawbreaking celebrities
Vietnam's top broadcasting regulator is urging social media platforms, brands and audiences to cut ties with celebrities who break the law for profit.
Bank of Japan holds rates steady, open to future hike – as it happened
The Bank of Japan kept policy rate at 0.5% and said it can resume hikes if economy and inflation meet expectations.
Ships With Russian Oil Idle Off India as Refiners Seek Steer
At least four oil tankers laden with Russian crude are waiting off India’s western coast, as the Asian country’s purchases of the commodity come under the spotlight amid pressure from the US and ...