HONG KONG (Reuters) - Support for year-long pro-democracy protests in Hong Kong has slipped, now getting the backing of a slim majority, as the city braces for the imposition of Beijing-drafted ... ( read original story ...)
Senate passes sanctions bill targeting China over Hong Kong law
The Senate passed legislation on Thursday to slap sanctions on Chinese officials who restrict Hong Kong's autonomy. ( read original story ...)
Senate backs bill to punish China over Hong Kong
The U.S. Senate passed legislation on Thursday that would impose mandatory sanctions on people or companies that back efforts by China to restrict Hong Kong's autonomy, pushing back against Beijing's ... ( read original story ...)
Candidates in Mongolian elections face Swiss charges
Two of the candidates in the recent Mongolian parliamentary elections are under investigation by Swiss prosecutors in a case linked to mining rights. ( read original story ...)
Kevin Jordan Inks First Look Deal With MACRO Television Studios
Former VH1 creative director Kevin Jordan has signed a first look deal with MACRO Television Studios, the company announced on Thursday. ( read original story ...)
The highly anticipated Dior x Air Jordan collaboration has finally launched
The limited-edition Air Jordan 1 OG Dior sneakers were set to be released in April, but the launch was postponed because of the coronavirus pandemic. ( read original story ...)
Clashes between Yemen’s gov’t, separatists mar ceasefire
Yemeni officials say fierce fighting continues in southern Yemen between Emirati-backed separatists and the country’s internationally recognized government, a blow to the Saudi-led coalition's declare ... ( read original story ...)
Malaysia Stock Market Tipped To Snap Losing Streak
The Malaysia stock market has finished lower in three straight sessions, sinking almost 25 points or 1.6 percent along the way. The ... ( read original story ...)
Second half to witness more business closures
Thailand can expect another wave of business closures in the second half of 2020 as the economic consequences of the pandemic, lockdown and withdrawal of tourists reverberate nationwide, says the ... ( read original story ...)
In Thailand, posting a selfie with a beer is a potential crime
Under a sporadically enforced law in Thailand, it is risky to say anything flattering about alcohol on social media. You can’t hold up a bottle of bourbon in a selfie and grin. Or show off a pint ... ( read original story ...)