FOOTBALL is not just a game; it’s a livelihood, an industry and a way of life for many. Since Covid-19 started wrecking the M-League in March, the FA of Malaysia (FAM) have fought hard to save the ... ( read original story ...)
Families call for review of SAS killings in Afghanistan
The Royal Military Police (RMP) “failed” in its duties to investigate a team of crack SAS soldiers who killed a group of young boys in Afghanistan, according to a new legal claim.The claim, lodged ... ( read original story ...)
Iran, Iraq defense ministers hold talks in Tehran
Iran’s Defense Minister Brigadier General Amir Hatami met on Saturday with his visiting Iraqi counterpart Juma Inad Saadoun.Heading a high-ranking delegation of Iraqi military commanders, Inad Saadoun ... ( read original story ...)
In Iraq, funeral ceremonies move to Facebook during coronavirus pandemic
Many Islamic funeral rites have been adapted to adhere with pandemic restrictions. Now condolence ceremonies, where a whole community of Muslim mourners meets to show respect for the dead, are moving ... ( read original story ...)
South Korea Reports 208 New COVID-19 Cases, Eighth Day of Triple-Digit Rises
South Korea reported 208 new coronavirus cases as of Saturday midnight, marking the eight straight day of triple-digit increases, the Korea Disease Control and Prevention Agency (KDCA) said on Sunday. ( read original story ...)
South Korea’s Im seeks historic Masters newcomer victory
Im Sung-jae, who this week played his first-ever round at Augusta National, is suddenly a threat to pull off a historic victory at the Masters. ( read original story ...)
Typhoon Vamco heads for Vietnam after 53 are killed in the Philippines
Typhoon Vamco is hurtling towards Vietnam, expected to make landfall early Sunday, after leaving 53 dead in the Philippines, making it that country's deadliest storm this year. ( read original story ...)
Death toll from year’s deadliest typhoon in Philippines climbs to 67
The death toll from the deadliest cyclone to hit the Philippines this year has climbed to 67, with 12 people still missing, the national disaster management agency said on Sunday. ( read original story ...)
Japan finds luring business from Hong Kong may be tough
Tokyo is on a charm offensive, hoping to lure firms in Hong Kong spooked by protests and a controversial security law imposed by China. But the city is proving a tough sell. ( read original story ...)
COVID-19 : Bangladesh, China, 3 S Asian countries to strengthen coordination
Bangladesh, China, Nepal, Pakistan and Sri Lanka have vowed to strengthen information sharing and coordination of policies and actions to cope with the impact of the second wave of the COVID-19 ... ( read original story ...)