Health Secretary Francisco Duque III on Thursday clarified that what the country currently experiences is the "first major wave of sustained transmission" of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). Duque ... ( read original story ...)
Study: Philippines A global Hot Spot for Online Child Abuse
The Philippines has emerged as a global hot spot for online child sexual exploitation, and coronavirus lockdowns that restrict millions to their homes may be worsening the abuses, a U.S. official said ... ( read original story ...)
Philippines experiencing garlic, onion shortage — agri chief
The Philippines is experiencing a shortage of onion and garlic, Agriculture Secretary William Dar said Wednesday. In a Senate hearing on COVID-19, Dar admitted that the country is “not able to really ... ( read original story ...)
Ex-Green Beret, son arrested for helping former Nissan CEO Carlos Ghosn flee Japan
Both men were wanted by the Japanese government for their alleged roles in smuggling Ghosn out of the country in a large black box used for musical equipment. ( read original story ...)
At least 23 presumed dead after suspected arson attack in Japan
At least 23 people are confirmed or presumed dead after a fire at a TV studio in Japan. Flames broke out inside the three-story building in Kyoto overnight, and nearly 40 people were hurt. Rescue ... ( read original story ...)
Cyclone Amphan: India and Bangladesh clean up after devastation
The cyclone tore through West Bengal and neighbouring Odisha state, uprooting trees, and destroying homes and vehicles. ( read original story ...)
US Wants India, Pakistan to Restore Kashmir Truce
A senior American diplomat says the United States wants India and Pakistan to restore a mutual truce in Kashmir to de-escalate tensions over the disputed Himalayan region. The statement by Alice Wells ... ( read original story ...)
India Proposes to Pakistan & Iran for Coordinated Response to Contain Desert Locusts
India has suggested to Pakistan that both countries coordinate locust control operation along the border and even offered to supply pesticides. However, Pakistan is yet to respond to the proposal. ( read original story ...)
Nepal issues a new map claiming contested territories with India as its own
Nepal has issued a new national map incorporating areas also claimed by neighboring India, prompting fierce criticism from New Delhi. ( read original story ...)
India and China trade accusations after Himalayan spats
Both India and China are said to be reinforcing positions in and around the lake and the Galwan Valley, where a river has long served as the line of control between the two countries. Zhao Lijian, ... ( read original story ...)