For a generation used to freedoms that have come with democracy, going back to military rule is unthinkable ... ( read original story ...)
Suu Kyi’s party to form ‘interim government’ to rival Myanmar junta
Aung San Suu Kyi’s National League for Democracy party plans to form an “interim government” to rival the country’s military junta and is seeking official recognition for the new body from the US, UK ... ( read original story ...)
Myanmar envoy urges UN to ‘use any means necessary’ to restore democracy
Country needs strongest possible action from international community to end military coup, says Kyaw Moe Tun ... ( read original story ...)
Myanmar’s U.N. envoy makes emotional appeal for action to stop coup
Myanmar's U.N. Ambassador Kyaw Moe Tun, speaking for the country's elected civilian government ousted in a military coup on Feb. 1, appealed to the United Nations on Friday "to use any means necessary ... ( read original story ...)
In Thailand, death of a ‘pretty’ underscores dangers of life as a hostess
The death of a woman from a suspected drug overdose after a Bangkok party has underscored the risks faced by Thailand's "pretties" - models-for-hire who offer services ranging from making appearances ... ( read original story ...)
Iran ‘can’t act with impunity’, Biden says
Rough Cuts Iran 'can't act with impunity', Biden says. Posted . President Joe Biden said on Friday () Iran cannot act with impunity and warned Iran to "be careful" when ... ( read original story ...)
Marriages hit 20-year low in Turkey under virus shadow
ANKARA Marriages reached the lowest level in 20-years in Turkey last year, under the shadow of coronavirus restrictions on large gatherings such as wedding and engagement ceremonies. The ... ( read original story ...)
Is There A Science Behind Language Of The Wild Turkey?
While the winter of 2021 hasn’t been that bad — so far — we still have a few weeks to add to our snow totals but long-range forecasts seem to be leading toward proving the woodchuck wrong. Either way, ... ( read original story ...)
Turkey remembers 29th anniversary of Khojaly massacre
ANKARA Turkey Friday commemorated the Khojaly massacre that saw the killings of hundreds of Azerbaijani citizens at the hands of Armenian forces 29 years ago. As many as 613 innocent Azerbaijani ... ( read original story ...)
Capital meant for Myanmar may seek havens in Vietnam and Cambodia
Delta Capital, Anthem Asia and other funds that have solely focused on Myanmar are adopting a wait-and-see approach, and those with a wider geographic footprint are funneling money to destinations ... ( read original story ...)