From radical detoxes to luxury retreats, Thailand has become a leading rehab destination for addicts from around the world. However, some experts warn that detoxing far from home can increase the risk ... ( read original story ...)
Iran journalist who fueled 2017 protests sentenced to death
Iran sentenced a once-exiled journalist to death over his online work that helped inspire nationwide economic protests that began at the end of 2017, authorities said Tuesday. ( read original story ...)
Japan watching Hong Kong situation with ‘great interest’, government spokesman says
Japan is watching events in Hong Kong with "great interest", Chief Cabinet Secretary Yoshihide Suga said on Thursday, as police in the city made more arrests after China imposed a new national ... ( read original story ...)
Japan seeks to suspend or retire 90% of dirty coal-fired plants: Yomiuri
The Japanese government is looking to suspend or shutter nearly 90% of its older, inefficient coal-fired power plants by fiscal year 2030 in what would be a major turning point for the country's ... ( read original story ...)
Pakistan central bank governor says coronavirus lockdowns are a ‘luxury of the rich’
The coronavirus pandemic is a public health crisis and until it’s addressed, there will most likely be economic hardships ahead, Pakistan’s central bank governor told CNBC. Pakistan has reported more ... ( read original story ...)
Indonesia watchdog cautions on excess bank withdrawals, to investigate social media
Indonesia's financial watchdog on Wednesday urged customers not to withdraw excess cash from banks while it and the police investigate "irresponsible" social media posts about mid-sized Bank Bukopin. ( read original story ...)
The Latest: India virus count tops 600,000 amid recent surge
The number of confirmed coronavirus infections in India has topped 600,000, with health authorities reporting 19,148 new cases in the past 24 hours ... ( read original story ...)
Jeyraj and Fenix: Five policemen arrested over India custody deaths
Five policemen have been arrested and charged with murder in relation to the custodial deaths of a father and son in the south Indian state of Tamil Nadu. P Jeyaraj, 58, and his son Fenix, 38, died on ... ( read original story ...)
India’s Prime Minister Modi shuts Weibo account after app ban
Since posting on Sina Weibo the first time in 2015 during a visit to China, Modi has been an infrequent user of the Chinese social media platform. He had more than 200,000 followe ... ( read original story ...)
AP PHOTOS: India’s lockdown spurs new gardeners in Nagaland
Two healthy pots of coriander and two of spinach are enough to provide a sense of achievement for Theyiesinuo Keditsu, a young English professor and mother of ... ( read original story ...)