President Donald Trump spoke with King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud of Saudi Arabia on Thursday, discussing regional security issues, according to a statement from the White House. ( read original story ...)
Saudi Arabia’s king Salman and U.S. President Trump discuss developments in the region -SPA
Saudi Arabia's king Salman called U.S. President Donald trump on Thursday and discussed developments in the region, the state news agency SPA reported. ( read original story ...)
Could Saudi Arabia Really Be Your Next Christmas Holiday Destination?
Even without this year’s Covid restrictions, it would be hard to imagine travelling to Saudi Arabia for a luxury vacation, let alone to one at a marine conservation eco-resort. ( read original story ...)
Leaked 2021 Iraq draft budget prompts public outcry
A leaked draft of Iraq’s state budget sent Iraqis into a panic on Thursday as it confirmed the government’s intentions to devalue the national currency, the Iraqi dinar, and cut salaries to cope with ... ( read original story ...)
Thailand eases curbs on travel
The government is easing travel restrictions for citizens from 56 countries to boost the country's pandemic-hit tourism industry, though visitors will be required to undergo a mandatory two-week hotel ... ( read original story ...)
Vietnam denies currency manipulation allegations
Vietnam is pushing back against U.S. allegations of currency manipulation after the Treasury Department accused the country and Switzerland of unfair practices. ( read original story ...)
Senator asks Trump to ‘personally intervene’ in Medal of Honor upgrade for Vietnam war hero
A military veteran senator and member of the Senate Armed Services Committee has sent a letter directly to President Donald Trump, seeking his review for a potential Medal of Honor upgrade for a Green ... ( read original story ...)
Animal Welfare Group Saves 24 Cats and Dogs from Death by Shutting Down Vietnam Slaughterhouse
The owners of a cat meat restaurant and slaughterhouse in Vietnam reached out to Four Paws looking for help with leaving the trade and adopting out the animals under their care. ( read original story ...)
The US declares Switzerland and Vietnam as currency manipulators in the final days of Trump’s administration
Joe Biden's incoming administration, according to a chief emerging markets strategist. ( read original story ...)
Takashi Oka, Journalist Who Interpreted Japan for U.S., Dies at 96
A former war crimes trial interpreter, he was the first native-born Tokyo bureau chief for The New York Times and a longtime correspondent for The Christian Science Monitor. ( read original story ...)