The first of many warnings about a deadly cargo in Beirut's port came in February 2014, about three months after its arrival. It was made by Colonel Joseph Skaf, described by his ... ( read original story ...)
Seven bodies, nothing stolen: Were killings at Riverside marijuana grow ‘a message’?
A month after seven people were shot at an illegal marijuana cultivation site, Riverside County's worst mass killing in recent memory remains a mystery. ( read original story ...)
Barracuda eyes Indochina markets
Barracuda is looking to expand its local presence and headcount in fast-growing emerging markets of Vietnam, Cambodia and Laos ... ( read original story ...)
Pompeo says China has brought bad deals and lawlessness to Sri Lanka
U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said on Wednesday the Chinese Communist Party was operating as a "predator" in Sri Lanka, as the top U.S. diplomat kept up tough criticism of China on a tour of ... ( read original story ...)
UAE Taxes: Your queries on Economic Substance Regulations (ESR) answered!
A weekly column where readers get their queries answered on Value Added Tax (VAT), Economic Substance Regulations (ESR), Customs and other GCC taxes. This week, queries relating to ESR are answered. a ... ( read original story ...)
Tayler Holder Addresses Claims He Cheated On Sommer Ray With Girlfriend Charly Jordan
Tayler Holder said the claims that he cheated on ex Sommer Ray with Charly Jordan is affecting his relationship with his current girlfriend. ( read original story ...)
Cambodia officially launches digital currency backed by central bank
Cambodia officially launched on Wednesday a central bank-backed digital currency that draws on blockchain technology designed by a Japanese company. The e-money "Bakong", an initiative of the National ... ( read original story ...)
Pompeo says China has brought bad deals and lawlessness to Sri Lanka
U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said on Wednesday the Chinese Communist Party was operating as a "predator" in Sri Lanka, as the top U.S. diplomat kept up tough criticism of China on a tour of ... ( read original story ...)
Vietnam Railway Corporation braces for $85 million loss
The Vietnam Railway Corporation (VNR) faces the most difficult period in its history due to the COVID-19 pandemic and flooding in central Vietnam. ( read original story ...)
Philippines gets fresh World Bank loan for Customs upgrade
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines is set to receive a fresh ... all of which strengthens efficiency and improve the business environment,” Diop added. Customs modernization is a project that gets ... ( read original story ...)