The leader of Sri Lanka has been accused of stoking racial tension by insisting that the remains of some Muslims be deported overseas for burial.Critics of President Rajapaksa claim that he is ... ( read original story ...)
Learn From Sri Lanka: Defence Chief’s Advice To Nepal On Pacts With China
Nepal ties as "tall as the Himalayas and as deep as the Indian Ocean," Chief of Defence Staff General Bipin Rawat on Thursday said India's goodwill towards its neighbour comes with "no strings ... ( read original story ...)
Nepal must learn from Lanka, be vigilant about China: CDS
Nepal should learn from other countries like Sri Lanka and stay vigilant in its dealings with China, said chief of defence staff General Bipin Rawat o ... ( read original story ...)
Afghanistan is Biden’s war now, and he’s in a box
"We have been in a condition of strategic stalemate, where the government of Afghanistan was never going to militarily defeat the Taliban and the Taliban, as long as we were supporting the government ... ( read original story ...)
Kingwood Marine killed in Iraq inspires combat veteran to form CreatiVets, nonprofit saving vets through music therapy
If I would have never met Luke, CreatiVets would have never existed," said Richard Casper. "I know Luke has saved lives. We know it." ... ( read original story ...)
Myanmar Gang Rape Victim Wins Legal Battle With Military
After being gang-raped by soldiers, steely-eyed Thein Nu went up against Myanmar's powerful military in a months-long fight for justice -- a fight that paid off with a rare legal victory. Her three ... ( read original story ...)
Thailand relaxes travel curbs for tourists from more than 50 countries
Thailand has eased travel restrictions for citizens from 56 countries in a bid to boost the country’s pandemic-hit tourism industry although visitors will be required to undergo a mandatory two-week ... ( read original story ...)
Turkey Says Will Not Reverse Russian S-400S Purchase Despite US Sanctions
Turkey will not reverse its purchase of Russian S-400 missile defence systems and will take reciprocal steps after evaluating U.S. sanctions imposed over the acquisition, Foreign Minister Mevlut ... ( read original story ...)
Philippines can secure up to 25 million doses of Moderna, Arcturus vaccines-ambassador
The Philippines will be able to secure between four to 25 million doses of COVID-19 vaccines from Moderna Inc and Arcturus Therapeutics Holdings Inc, the Southeast Asia country's ambassador to ... ( read original story ...)
Philippines bets on online casinos, e-cockfights as Chinese flee
The Philippines is gearing up to expand its online gambling industry by opening up betting to local residents and domestic operators, targeting more overseas markets and offering new services ... ( read original story ...)