In today's Iran media review, Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei said the country must look at domestic solutions to address its economic woes. ( read original story ...)
Move on? Then stop whining why the Philippines remains poor, corrupt
Unless of course, we want to move on and conveniently sweep this scourge under the rug, and get back to “business as usual.” If so, then let’s stop wondering, let alone whining, why this country ... ( read original story ...)
Mark Cuban Condemns Human Rights Violations but Is ‘OK Doing Business with China’: ‘We Have to Pick Our Battles’
Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban said that he is “against human rights violations around the world,” though he is “OK doing business with China,” where more than one million Muslims have been ... ( read original story ...)
Academics warn of ‘chilling effect’ of Hong Kong security law
Exclusive: scholars call for common agreement to resist Chinese interference in research ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong leader seeking Beijing’s help for ailing economy
Hong Kong Chief Executive Carrie Lam said Monday she will fly to Beijing to ask Chinese leaders for help to pull the territory out of its economic slump. Lam said an annual speech she was due to make ... ( read original story ...)
Coronavirus: two Hong Kong schools temporarily closed as health authorities reject doctor’s suggestion city already amid Covid-19 fourth wave
Two Hong Kong schools with adjoining campuses were forced to temporarily close their doors on Monday after a student was confirmed with Covid-19, while health authorities contested a medical expert's ... ( read original story ...)
US blocks Hong Kong users from some government websites
The US has blocked Hong Kong residents from accessing at least two federal government websites that provide economic data, in a development that could fuel rising tensions between Washington and ... ( read original story ...)
White House moves forward on three arms sales to Taiwan: sources
The White House is moving forward with three sales of advanced weaponry to Taiwan, sending in recent days a notification of the deals to Congress for approval, five sources familiar with the situation ... ( read original story ...)
Football: Uncertainty over champions Brunei DPMM’s participation in S’pore Premier League restart
Defending champions Brunei DPMM have missed the Monday (Oct 12) deadline to confirm their participation in the Singapore Premier League (SPL) restart that kicks off Saturday.. Read more at ... ( read original story ...)
South Asia Wrap: Mohammedan stay on course for I-League, exciting contest in Bhutan
Mohammedan Sporting Club maintained their perfect start with a 4-1 win over ARA FC in the 2020-21 I-League Qualifiers on Sunday. ( read original story ...)