Washington argues it can trigger a return of U.N. sanctions because a 2015 Security Council resolution enshrining the deal still names the U.S. as a participant. ( read original story ...)
Fort Wainwright soldiers awarded purple hearts for injuries from Iran missile attack
On Wednesday, two Fort Wainwright soldiers were awarded purple hearts for injuries they sustained during the Iran missile attack in January. ( read original story ...)
The Latest: Philippines prep for typhoon amid coronavirus
The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic. The new coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms for most people. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it ... ( read original story ...)
Typhoon forces risky evacuations in virus-hit Philippines
A powerful typhoon hit the central Philippines Thursday, forcing a complicated and risky evacuation for tens of thousands already hunkered down at home during the coronavirus pandemic. At least ... ( read original story ...)
Officials order evacuations as Typhoon Ambo nears the Philippines
As Typhoon Ambo continues to strengthen, AccuWeather meteorologists forecast that the Philippines will take a direct hit from the destructive tropical system. ( read original story ...)
Chinese military donates medical supplies to Philippines, Afghanistan to help combat COVID-19
Photo taken on May 12, 2020 shows the medical supplies provided by Chinese military to Afghan military in Kabul, capital of Afghanistan. (Xinhua/Chen Xin) The Chinese military has provided medical ... ( read original story ...)
Dangerous and intensifying Typhoon Vongfong churns toward the Philippines
The forecast calls for Typhoon Vongfong to make landfall on two islands in the Philippines after undergoing a period of rapid intensification. ( read original story ...)
Typhoon Vongfong strengthens as it approaches the Philippines
Headed toward the Philippines, Typhoon Vongfong — the first named storm of the season in the West Pacific — has intensified over the last 24 hours.The storm first formed on Tuesday, and has strengthen ... ( read original story ...)
Asia Today: Japan easing emergency, Wuhan starts new testing
Experts on Japan’s coronavirus task force have approved a government plan to lift a state of emergency in most areas ... ( read original story ...)
Japan suicides decline as Covid-19 lockdown causes shift in stress factors
April’s 20% drop compared with a year earlier may be the result of delays to start of school year, less commuting and more time with family ... ( read original story ...)