Despite a resurgence in the virus, South Korea is plowing ahead with a high-stakes exam for half a million students. ( read original story ...)
Without tourists, Myanmar has travelled back in time – and its people face devastation
One million people rely on tourism to make a living in Myanmar, but now there are more snakes than visitors in its ancient temples ... ( read original story ...)
Five dead as flash floods hit southern Thailand
Thailand on Thursday reported at least five deaths after flash floods caused by monsoon rains hit seven provinces in the country's southern region. ( read original story ...)
Re-engaging with Iran will not be a simple matter for the US
It is arguable whether outgoing US president Donald Trump’s “maximum pressure” campaign against Iran was meant to force Tehran back to the negotiating table in a weakened position, or whether it was ... ( read original story ...)
Coronavirus live news: Iran passes 1m Covid-19 cases; WHO looks at possible ‘e-vaccination certificates’ for travel
Iran reports 13,922 new infections to go past 1m cases in total; WHO investigating prospects e-vaccination certificates; Italy to limit travel outside of towns ... ( read original story ...)
How could US drawdown in Iraq aid ISIS, Iran? Here are three ways
While the planned U.S. troop drawdown in Iraq from 3,000 to 2,500 by mid-January is unlikely to have an immediate impact on the campaign against ISIS remnants, there are concerns that further ... ( read original story ...)
James Carafano: US shouldn’t reenter Iran nuclear deal — Iran sponsors terrorism and seeks nuclear weapons
Unfortunately, many on the left still want to return to the Obama administration’s failed “love the hate out of them” approach to Iran, a terror-sponsoring state that aspires to become a nuclear power ... ( read original story ...)
Coronavirus live news: Iran passes 1m Covid-19 cases; Italy announces Christmas travel restrictions
Iran reports 13,922 new infections to go past 1m cases in total; Italy to limit travel outside of towns; US suffers highest daily deaths since April ... ( read original story ...)
5 things to know for December 3: Covid-19, transition, census, China, Iran
This holiday shopping (and shipping) season is going to get so busy, UPS is putting shipping limits on some of its largest retailers. Here's what you need to know to Get Up to Speed and On with Your ... ( read original story ...)
EXPLAINER: How Could US Drawdown in Iraq Aid IS, Iran?
The planned withdrawal of 500 American forces from Iraq by mid-January, leaving 2,500 in place, is unlikely to have an immediate impact on Iraqi forces' ability to combat remnants of the Islamic State ... ( read original story ...)