Violent mass demonstrations that spilled onto the grounds of the U.S. Embassy in Baghdad have ended after two days. Iran-backed protesters withdrew from the compound and claimed victory. CBS News ... ( read original story ...)
I cycled from the Netherlands to Turkey – and learned to live in the moment
On this epic slow ride to Istanbul, following the Rhine and Danube rivers, our writer ‘turned the pedals and waited for the world to unfold’ ... ( read original story ...)
Amidst Lockdown, Philippines’s Largest TV Network Goes Off Air
Filipino government forces a TV network off air. Plus, COVID-19 is used as cover to stifle dissent in Hong Kong. ( read original story ...)
Philippines records 11 new coronavirus deaths, 214 more infections
The Philippines' health ministry on Saturday reported 11 more coronavirus deaths and 214 additional infections. ( read original story ...)
Philippines volcano threatens to erupt after causing devastation earlier in the week
More than 30,000 people are on the move in the Philippines on Tuesday morning as the threat of a new volcanic eruption grows after the Taal volcano erupted Sunday and is now spewing ash up to nine ... ( read original story ...)
Philippines’ COVID-19 cases at 12,305 with 214 new infections, 11 new deaths, 101 new recoveries
The Philippines on Saturday reported 214 new infections of the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), bringing the natonwide tally to 12,305. According to the Department of Health (DOH), the number of ... ( read original story ...)
Active volcano in the Philippines forces evacuations
Nearly half a million people in the Philippines are in harm's way because of an active volcano about 40 miles south of the capital city of Manila. More than 16,000 in the immediate area have already ... ( read original story ...)
‘Not Today’: Bangladesh’s Sabbir Rahman Recalls How He Dodged Dhoni Stumping in 2019 WC
In the match last year, Sabbir stepped out to hit a shot on delivery by Yuzvendra Chahal, but the ball had crept under his bat and rolled straight into Dhoni’s gloves behind the wickets. ( read original story ...)
Leopards spotted in Pakistan capital’s park as virus clears way
Leopards, jackals and other creatures living in Islamabad's tree-covered hills have been enjoying a rare respite from the throngs of hikers and joggers that normally pack the trails. Rangers in the Pa ... ( read original story ...)
Indonesia reports 529 new coronavirus cases, 13 new deaths
Indonesia reported 529 new coronavirus infections on Saturday, taking the total number of cases to 17,025. Indonesia also reported 13 new deaths, taking the total number of COVID-19 deaths to 1,089, ... ( read original story ...)