Investigations are underway after two South Korean recipients of the AstraZeneca vaccine died following inoculation against COVID-19. ( read original story ...)
South Korea and Taiwan’s Chip Power Rattles the U.S. and China
The pandemic has spurred demand for microprocessors and highlighted global dependence on the two Asian economies. ( read original story ...)
Myanmar protests see deadliest day with 38 killed, says UN envoy
At least 38 people were killed at pro-democracy protests in Myanmar on Wednesday, the UN's Special Envoy to the country told a briefing Wednesday, in the deadliest day of violence since a military ... ( read original story ...)
Myanmar sees deadliest day as 38 protesters killed
At least 38 people were killed in Myanmar on Wednesday in what the UN described as the "bloodiest day" since the coup took place a month ago. UN envoy to Myanmar Christine Schraner Burgener said there ... ( read original story ...)
Reports: Myanmar security forces kill at least 34 protesters
Myanmar security forces dramatically escalated their crackdown on protests against last month’s coup, killing at least 34 protesters Wednesday in several cities, according to accounts on social media ... ( read original story ...)
Dozens killed in Myanmar’s worst day of violence since coup
Security forces open fire on anti-coup protesters in Yangon, Mandalay and elsewhere ... ( read original story ...)
Thailand Reopening Looks More Promising After Virus Wave Tamed
Thailand’s tourism reopening plans are gaining momentum as authorities roll out a national inoculation program and look into coronavirus vaccine passports and quarantine waivers. ( read original story ...)
Israeli environment minister says Iran caused oil spill that coated country’s coastline
Gila Gamliel blamed one of the nation’s worst ecological disasters on an act of “environmental terrorism.” But other Israeli government officials, including some in her ministry, expressed skepticism ... ( read original story ...)
Senators grill Biden nominee as proxy for wider Iran-deal debate
The deputy secretary of state nominee, Wendy Sherman, faces a difficult confirmation process over concerns about reentering the nuclear deal. ( read original story ...)
Biden Gives Turkey the Silent Treatment
If U.S.-Turkey relations were already strained under Trump, Biden’s pressure on Ankara raises questions about the relationship with a longtime NATO ally. ( read original story ...)