Mainland China reported 21 new confirmed cases of the novel coronavirus on Oct. 10, up from 15 a day earlier, the country's national health authority said on Sunday. ( read original story ...)
Turkey ‘already hit hard by climate change, faces huge financial losses from it’
Turkey has already been hit hard by climate change and faces huge financial losses from it in the future, according to Murat Turkes, a member of the ... ( read original story ...)
Financial innovations for the most vulnerable
Most people are witnessing the scale of a pandemic for the first time. Worldwide, the outbreak is claiming lives—and livelihoods—as health systems are overwhelmed, borders close, and families ... ( read original story ...)
Ooredoo to hold Qatar’s first 5G virtual hackathon
Ooredoo has announced Qatar’s first 5G virtual hackathon, in partnership with universities and technology leaders. ( read original story ...)
The Fighting Between Armenia and Azerbaijan Has Halted — But a Deep-Rooted Conflict Remains
Azerbaijan and Armenia agreed to a cease-fire after almost two weeks of fighting over the disputed Nagorno-Karabakh region. But like after the last truce in 1994, there can be no enduring peace ... ( read original story ...)
Better business climate to help shake off jitters of LDC graduation
Bilateral negotiations and improved business climate will help Bangladesh deal with adversities during its transition to a developing nation from a least developed country, experts said yesterday. ( read original story ...)
Pakistan banned Tiktok after warnings over ‘immoral and indecent’ content
The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority said in July it had issued a "final warning" to TikTok to remove "obscene and immoral content." ... ( read original story ...)
You’re channelling Bruce Lee’s spirit, daughter tells Hong Kong protesters
When protesters flooded the streets of Hong Kong last year, they took inspiration from the territory’s most famous son.Bruce Lee was the world’s first Asian superstar – a martial arts maestro, film ... ( read original story ...)
Keep an Eye on Taiwan
Taiwan is one of those flash points that has never flashed. The dispute over the island’s fate has had the potential to erupt into conflict between China and the United States for decades. But the ... ( read original story ...)
More trips, more points: Maldives introduces loyalty program to increase tourism
Officials said travelers who visit the islands more frequently and for longer durations will rack up points, earning perks along the way. ( read original story ...)