While the conflict in Yemen continues to make headlines, a group of 16 Yemeni volunteers is seeking to put the war-torn country in a positive light by presenting its rich history and culture. The ... ( read original story ...)
Malaysia’s king to consult with rulers amid talk of emergency
Sultan Abdullah will consult with other rulers to discuss proposals by Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin, the palace said on Saturday, after sources told Reuters the premier had asked the king to ... ( read original story ...)
Saudi Arabia reiterates warning of $267 fine for violating coronavirus measures
Concerned over the possibility of people lowering their guard against COVID-19, Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Interior has once again warned against ignoring coronavirus countermeasures ... ( read original story ...)
Myanmar vote ban extinguishes hope for ethnic minorities
For many marginalised ethnic minority groups in conflict-plagued regions of Myanmar, next month's national elections had at least offered a glimmer of hope for empowerment. ( read original story ...)
U.S. officials: Iran and Russia attempting election interference
Russia and Iran have obtained voter registration information and Iran is using it to send disinformation to voters, FBI Director Christopher Wray and Director of National Intelligence John Ratcliffe ... ( read original story ...)
Earthquake hits Bangladesh
An earthquake of magnitude 4.1 on Richter Scale and depth of 50 km struck Bangladesh at 08:51 am on Saturday. "An earthquake of magnitude 4.1 on Richter Scale and depth 50 km hit Bangladesh at 08:51 ... ( read original story ...)
Bangladesh: Stop Intimidating Activists, Victims’ Families
The Bangladesh authorities should end the ongoing harassment and threats against activists, human rights defenders, and their families by law enforcement and intelligence agencies, four human rights ... ( read original story ...)
The Latest: India’s cases pass 7.8M, 3 states hardest hit
India has reported 53,370 new coronavirus cases in the past 24 hours, taking the overall tally past 7.8 million. The Health Ministry on Saturday also reported 650 deaths, driving the country’s toll to ... ( read original story ...)
China will improve yuan flexibility, central bank governor says
China will seek to improve the flexibility of its yuan currency and will reduce restrictions on cross-border use of the yuan, the country's central bank governor Yi Gang said on Saturday. ( read original story ...)
North Korea says China dust could spread COVID-19, warns people to stay inside
North Korea has warned its citizens to stay indoors, saying seasonal yellow dust blowing in from China might carry the new coronavirus into the country. ( read original story ...)