Brody Sweeney, the boss of Camile Thai, is feeling lucky — and guilty. The impact of Covid-19, which sucker-punched many food businesses across Ireland, has barely registered at his takeaway chain. ( read original story ...)
Pakistan on track of success, progress, says Sh Rashid
Railways Minister Sheikh Rashid Ahmad said on Saturday that Pakistan was on road to success and progress under the leadership of Prime Minister Imran Khan. Addressing the press conference at the ... ( read original story ...)
Pakistan major force in regional peace and prosperity: Yao Jing
Chinese Ambassador Yao Jing said at a webinar that Pakistan has established a respectful position for itself in the international community through making dedicated efforts to maintain regional peace ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong journalists harassed, arrested and lose press freedoms under new China law
The raid this week of Apple Daily's newsroom and leadership changes at broadcaster iCable highlight the shrinking space for independent journalism as Beijing exerts more control over a once ... ( read original story ...)
I won’t be intimidated, says Hong Kong tycoon arrested under security law
During Jimmy Lai’s 40 hours in police custody this week, the Hong Kong media mogul had plenty of time to reflect on the prospect that he could face life behind bars for his outspoken criticisms of ... ( read original story ...)
Each week Beijing’s message to Hong Kong gets clearer: we can do what we like
Since the anti-sedition law the territory has entered uncharted waters, says writer Ilaria Maria Sala ... ( read original story ...)
Arrest of Hong Kong Activist Agnes Chow Reignites Calls for a ‘Mulan’ Boycott
"Mulan" star Liu Yifei drew ire last year for supporting Hong Kong police in the face of protests, and now activist Chow is being elevated as a folk heroine. ( read original story ...)
Bahrain reports 326 new COVID-19 cases
A total of 143 expatriate workers were found to have the virus, while 182 others were infected from local contacts of active cases and one is travel related. Image Credit: Shutterstock Dubai: More ... ( read original story ...)
Georgia State Patrol trooper charged with murder after shooting a Black man
A Georgia State Patrol trooper has been arrested and charged with felony murder after fatally shooting a Black man during an attempted traffic stop. ( read original story ...)
Police disperse Georgia protest after fights break out
Police dispersed right-wing demonstrators and counter protesters on Saturday as scuffles broke out in an Atlanta suburb that is home to a giant Confederate memorial. ( read original story ...)