South Korean military "is maintaining resolute military readiness to respond to all situation,” the country's defense ministry said. ( read original story ...)
Trial of journalists to deliver ‘existential moment’ in Philippines
Editor of news website Rappler could face prison if convicted under ‘cyber libel’ law ... ( read original story ...)
AMLC: Philippines faces sanctions if terror bill not passed
The Philippines faces possible sanctions from Paris-based anti-money laundering watchdog Financial Action Task Force (FATF) if it fails to pass key laws, including the controversial anti-terrorism ... ( read original story ...)
Bangladesh lecturer charged over coronavirus Facebook post
Sirajum Munira, 28, was arrested on Saturday and accused of mocking a former health minister who died of coronavirus. ( read original story ...)
Pakistan: COVID-19 Cases Could Rise To 1.2 Million by End of July
ISLAMABAD - Officials in Pakistan have estimated that nationwide confirmed cases of COVID-19 infections could reach up to 1.2 million by the end of July, urging the nation to strictly comply with ... ( read original story ...)
Indonesia to Establish Travel Bubble With Leading Partners
Indonesia to set up travel bubble with four countries to jumpstart the economy following economic slowdown during the coronavirus pandemic ... ( read original story ...)
Global report: China detects highest daily case rise in months; Greece welcomes tourists
China detected its highest number of daily coronavirus cases in months on Sunday, locking down parts of Beijing in a warning of the difficulties of avoiding a resurgence of the pandemic as Europe ... ( read original story ...)
Fears of a second coronavirus wave rise in China as Beijing battles new cluster
Beijing was among the last to relax COVID-19 restrictions in China. Now it has returned to 'wartime mode' as dozens of local infections are found. ( read original story ...)
Coronavirus cases surge in India, China as outbreaks wane elsewhere in world
The two most populous nations -- India and China -- have reported surges in coronavirus cases as the pandemic continues in some parts of the word and ebbs elsewhere, including Europe. ( read original story ...)
Fears of virus second wave as China battles fresh outbreak
China reported its highest daily number of new coronavirus cases in months on Sunday, triggering fears of a second wave of infections as more European countries prepare to reopen their borders. The ... ( read original story ...)