Britain said on Friday Iran's launch of a military satellite using ballistic missile technology this week was "of significant concern" and inconsistent with a United Nations Security Council ... ( read original story ...)
Iran’s President Says Tehran Watches U.S. Closely, but Won’t Start Conflict
Rouhani's comments, which come at a time of rising tension between Washington and Tehran, were made during a telephone call to Qatar's Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani, Iranian state media ... ( read original story ...)
Philippines records 17 new coronavirus deaths, 102 more infections
The Philippines' health ministry on Saturday reported 17 new coronavirus deaths and 102 additional infections. In a bulletin, the health ministry said total infections have risen to 7,294 while deaths ... ( read original story ...)
Kiwi family escapes ‘nightmare’ crackdown in Philippines
"It was very hard. My family's safety was at risk and there was nothing I could do." ... ( read original story ...)
Japan cruise ship coronavirus infections rise
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Coronavirus live updates: Japan discovers 60 more cases on Italian cruise ship; Brazil becoming virus hot spot
Japan has confirmed 60 more coronavirus cases among crew members on the Costa Atlantica currently docked in the western Japanese city of Nagasaki for repairs. ( read original story ...)
Coronavirus: nearly 60 new cases found on cruise ship in Japan
Thailand reports more infections, while report says China pressured EU to tone down assessment of disinformation campaign by Beijing ... ( read original story ...)
Rohingya stranded at sea, Bangladesh says not its responsibility
The Bangladesh government has refused to allow some 500 Rohingya refugees stranded on board two fishing trawlers in the Bay of Bengal to come ashore, drawing criticism from rights groups. Foreign ... ( read original story ...)
Sana Mir: Ex-Pakistan captain retires from international cricket
Former captain Sana Mir, Pakistan's most-capped female cricketer, says it is "the right time" to retire from internationals after a 15-year career. ( read original story ...)
Indonesia reports 396 new coronavirus cases, 31 more deaths
Indonesia reported on Saturday 396 new coronavirus cases, taking the total number to 8,607, data provided by health ministry official Achmad Yurianto showed. ( read original story ...)