Two new cases of the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) reported in New Zealand both came from the Philippines, the New Zealand’s Ministry of Health said Wednesday. In a statement, the ministry said ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s last Korean war criminal wants recognition
But Lee is obsessed by brutal events of 75 years ago that have defined his life, including being designated a World War Two criminal. He says he was tossed into the dustbin of history by both Japan ... ( read original story ...)
Japan needs to consider extension of special employment subsidy for firms: ruling party
TOKYO (Reuters) - Japan needs to consider extending a special subsidy aimed at helping companies hit by the coronavirus pandemic to keep furloughed workers on the payroll, an official from Japan's ... ( read original story ...)
Modi Enjoys Twin Triumphs For India’s Hindu Nationalists
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will on Wednesday lay the foundation for a temple at a flashpoint holy site exactly a year after imposing direct rule on Muslim-majority Kashmir -- twin triumphs ... ( read original story ...)
China poised to power huge growth in global offshore wind energy
Report finds the offshore industry could create 900,000 jobs globally over next decade ... ( read original story ...)
Microsoft CEO Nadella Wades Into U.S.-China Tensions in TikTok Pursuit
Merger deals are rarely simple. But Microsoft’s CEO now is attempting to ink a takeover agreement that satisfies not only both the companies and their shareholders, but two governments in bitter ... ( read original story ...)
China Uighurs: A model’s video gives a rare glimpse inside internment
As a model for the massive Chinese online retailer Taobao, the 31-year-old was well paid to flaunt his good looks in slick promotional videos for clothing brands. But one video of Mr Ghappar is ... ( read original story ...)
Melco Resorts Finance Announces Pricing of 5.750% Senior Notes Offering
(GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Melco Resorts Finance Limited (“Melco Resorts Finance”) announces that it has priced its international offering of 5.750% senior notes due 2028 (the “Additional Notes”). Melco ... ( read original story ...)
Oman Counters Chinese Influence With Two New Energy Megaprojects
Even before the Saudis’ second ill-judged oil price war ended in exactly the same failure as the first only four years before, Oman’s financial position was shaky. It had a budget breakeven ... ( read original story ...)
Innovation and sustainability: Lavazza partners with Italy at Expo 2020 Dubai
TURIN, Italy, Aug. 4, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- The partnership agreement was signed today between Lavazza Group and the Commissioner General's Office for Italy at Expo 2020 Dubai, strengthening the ... ( read original story ...)