(Reuters) - Attempts by Myanmar's military to end dissent are turning to the virtual world with internet blocks and arrest warrants for online critics as big rallies become rare in the face of ... ( read original story ...)
Myanmar junta orders internet blackout as more pro-democracy protesters are detained
Myanmar's military junta has cut all wireless internet services until further notice, in what appears to be part of a concerted effort to control communications and messaging in the Southeast Asian ... ( read original story ...)
U.S. and Iran to begin indirect talks on limiting nuclear program
The United States and Iran said Friday they will begin indirect negotiations with intermediaries next week to try to get both countries back into compliance with an accord limiting Iran's nuclear ... ( read original story ...)
Men sentenced to death for trafficking nearly 40kg of drugs from Cambodia to Vietnam
A court in southern An Giang Province sentenced two men to death on Thursday for trafficking almost 40kg of drugs from Cambodia to Vietnam in May last year. According to the indictment, the task force ... ( read original story ...)
Vietnam hot air balloon shot wins Smithsonian photo contest
Vietnamese lensman Tran Tuan Viet won the Readers’ Choice Award in this year’s Smithsonian photo contest with a shot from a colorful hot air balloon festival in Hanoi. ( read original story ...)
U.S., Japan and South Korea agree to keep up pressure on North Korea
WASHINGTON (Reuters) -The United States, South Korea and Japan agreed in high-level security talks on Friday to work together to keep up pressure on North Korea to give up its nuclear and ballistic ... ( read original story ...)
Shakib-al-Hasan on Retirement: Will Play 2027 World Cup if Bangladesh Don’t Win 2023 Edition
The 34-year old all-rounder – who would be 36 by the time the 2023 World Cup is played – has revealed that he is ready to play the 2027 World Cup – if Bangladesh does not win the upcoming edition. ( read original story ...)
Pakistan overcome the panic: ‘We thought we’d entertain people a little’
It should've been far more comfortable than it ultimately was but given Pakistan's records in chases such as the one they faced at Centurion, it is an achievement they eventually overcame two distinct ... ( read original story ...)
Pakistan survive last-ball drama to defeat South Africa by three wickets
CENTURION: Pakistan showcased why they are one of the most unpredictable cricket teams on Friday as they nearly lost to South Africa after being in the driver’s seat for the most part of the 1st ODI ... ( read original story ...)
India’s daily coronavirus infections hit six-month high
MUMBAI (Reuters) - India's daily coronavirus infections hit another record on Saturday for the highest tally since September, while daily deaths reached a five-month high, a Reuters count based on ... ( read original story ...)