The breakthrough in negotiations comes as the Biden administration seeks to show that the United States is committed to its allies and military defense agreements. ( read original story ...)
South Korea remembers ‘comfort women’ on International Women’s Day
South Korean President Moon Jae-in observed International Women's Day by recognizing Korean women forced to serve in Japanese wartime brothels. ( read original story ...)
5 things to know for March 8: Stimulus, Covid-19, Russia, South Korea, Meghan & Harry
Here's what you need to know to Get Up to Speed and On with Your Day. (You can also get "5 Things You Need to Know Today" delivered to your inbox daily. ) 1. Stimulus The Senate passed the $1.9 ... ( read original story ...)
South Korea finds no link found between deaths and coronavirus vaccine
South Korea said on Monday it had found no link between the coronavirus vaccine and several recent deaths, as it ordered nearly 100,000 foreign workers to be tested after clusters emerged in ... ( read original story ...)
Myanmar military occupies hospitals, other buildings amid protests
Soldiers in Myanmar are now occupying hospitals, universities and temple compounds nationwide as the military junta consolidates control of the country in the face of public opposition to the Feb. 1 ... ( read original story ...)
Nun pleads with police not to harm protesters in Myanmar after two people are shot dead
Sister Ann Roza was wearing white robes and a black habit as she knelt in front of the armed junta officers in Myitkyina on a day in which two more protesters were killed in Myanmar. ( read original story ...)
Myanmar Military Storms Universities and Hospitals, Revokes Press Licenses
The military said members of the public had requested that the generals take more control “for the benefit of the people.” At least three protesters were killed in further crackdowns. ( read original story ...)
Thailand’s newest economical engine: cannabis
Thailand's cannabis industry could be worth $682 million by 2024Source: Prohibition PartnersLocation: Buriram, ThailandThe government hosted the "Cannabis 360°" exhibitionaimed to promote the plant as ... ( read original story ...)
Thailand to cut hotel quarantine times
Thailand will slash mandatory hotel quarantine times for most travellers starting in April, the health minister announced Monday, with most vaccinated people facing just a week in isolation. ( read original story ...)
Thailand Plans to Relax Quarantine Period for Vaccinated Visitors
Thailand will from next month reduce its mandatory quarantine from 14 to seven days for foreigners arriving in the country who have been vaccinated against the coronavirus, its Health Minister said on ... ( read original story ...)