Iran is pouring hundreds of millions of dollars into developing Shi’ite shrines in Iraq. In doing so it is binding its neighbour closer. ( read original story ...)
Trump could test system again with threat to Iran
Certain indicators suggest that an American pre-emptive military strike against Iran's nuclear programs is still possible, however unlikely. ( read original story ...)
India looks to resume Iran, Venezuela oil imports under Biden
India was the key buyer of Iranian and Venezuelan oil before President Trump imposed sanctions on the two OPEC members. ( read original story ...)
Vietnam Says Recent Typhoons Caused 192 Deaths, $1.3 Billion Damages
Natural disasters in the past two months caused Vietnam 30 trillion dong ($1.3 billion) in economic damage and killed 192 people, with 57 still missing, authorities said on Wednesday, with its central ... ( read original story ...)
The Philippines is Sticking Right by America’s Side
Despite President Duterte’s much-vaunted “pivot to China,” the nation’s relationship with the U.S. remains as strong as ever. ( read original story ...)
Slipknot’s Knotfest Japan pushed back again to April 2020
Slipknot have postponed Knotfest Japan once again due to the coronavirus pandemic and their "concerns" for the safety of the fans, the performers and their crew, with the festival now set to take ... ( read original story ...)
‘He Is a Thug’: Polarizing Cleric Returns to Indonesia
Rizieq Shihab and his vigilante movement have spent decades calling for harsh Islamic rule. Now he’s back from self-imposed exile and promising a “moral revolution.” ... ( read original story ...)
Indonesia Shortens Year-End Holiday to Contain Virus Surge
Indonesia cut short its year-end holiday as the country continues to grapple with Southeast Asia’s worst coronavirus outbreak. ( read original story ...)
Indonesia looks at policy revamp to keep biodiesel program alive
Indonesia must make policy changes to ensure it can keep subsidising its ambitious biodiesel program, the head of a government agency in charge of collecting and managing palm oil export levies, told ... ( read original story ...)
India beat Australia by 13 runs in third one-day international – as it happened
India secured a first win of their tour with a 13-run victory at Manuka Oval in Canberra ... ( read original story ...)