Mathers, Shots and Joysticks have have had their alcohol license suspended by the state over a coronavirus-related violation. ( read original story ...)
Oman’s largest solar plant to start producing power next year: Reports
Oman’s largest solar plant is likely to begin operation by the middle of 2021, the Oman-based ... ( read original story ...)
What’s Next for Lebanon?
Many Lebanese have tales to tell of how they survived the largest explosion in the country’s history, a port blast right in the heart of Beirut that left 6,000 injured, at least 200 dead and 300,000 ... ( read original story ...)
The obsession with Michael Jordan (and his sneakers) shows no sign of abating
The other big opportunity for them was ‘The Last Dance’ documentary, which brought a lot of attention to Jordan product,” said Matt Powell, the sports industry analyst for research firm NPD Group, ... ( read original story ...)
US says blast hit Iraq convoy, calls claim of border attack false
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates — An explosion targeted a US-led coalition convoy in Iraq today and caused no casualties, just hours after a newly formed Shiite militant group falsely claimed bombing a ... ( read original story ...)
S.Korea July jobless rate falls for second month
South Korea's unemployment declined in July for a second month as business sentiment improved from the fallout of the coronavirus pandemic. The seasonall ... ( read original story ...)
PM expects Vietnam to remain Samsung’s global strategic production hub
Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc has expressed hope Vietnam will remain Samsung’s global strategic production hub, especially as the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific ... ( read original story ...)
Trump’s order banning business with WeChat could also affect the NBA’s lucrative China deal with Tencent
The National Basketball Association wants to keep its business in China, but it will be tricky to navigate as U.S. elections near. ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong Media Baron Jimmy Lai Released on Bail
The pro-democracy Apple Daily newspaper founder and prominent Beijing critic was released after his arrest triggered an outpouring of support among the opposition as authorities enforce a new national ... ( read original story ...)
Lai’s Arrest Shows Why the West Lost Faith in Hong Kong Courts
The statements issued by China and Hong Kong after Monday’s arrest of media tycoon Jimmy Lai underlined just how quickly a national security law passed in June is undermining the city’s independent ... ( read original story ...)