I met a fearless freelance journalist in the Yemeni capital, Sanaa, covering weapons trafficking, extreme poverty and al-Qaida. He was arrested and, after a month, released. The journalist, whose ... ( read original story ...)
Thailand to Extend Coronavirus Emergency Measures, Sees Improvement
Thailand will extend a state of emergency over the coronavirus until the end of May, but will consider easing some restrictions on businesses and public activities as the number of new cases has eased ... ( read original story ...)
U.S. faces tough U.N. battle if it pushes plan to extend Iran arms embargo
The United States faces a tough, messy battle if it uses a threat to trigger a return of all United Nations sanctions on Iran as leverage to get the 15-member Security Council to extend and strengthen ... ( read original story ...)
In twist to press arms ban, US asserts role in Iran deal
President Donald Trump's administration has persistently trashed a nuclear deal with Iran. The push has drawn skepticism from Western allies and has led critics to question if the ultimate aim is to ... ( read original story ...)
Philippines May Ease Lockdown Restrictions Soon, Duterte Says
The Philippines may soon ease restrictions in place since the middle of March to contain the coronavirus outbreak, President Rodrigo Duterte said Monday.“It will be soon. While others are still on ... ( read original story ...)
WHO urges Philippines to improve capacity for vaccine regulation, production
The World Health Organization (WHO) on Monday urged the Philippine government to improve the country’s capacity for vaccine regulation and development as experts across the globe race to develop a ... ( read original story ...)
Japan stocks set to rise as oil prices plunge overnight; HSBC earnings ahead
West Texas Intermediate for June delivery plunged more than 24% overnight to settle at $12.78 per barrel. International benchmark Brent crude futures also saw sharp losses as the contract fell 6.76% ... ( read original story ...)
The Central Bank That Ate Japan
The Bank of Japan buys the entire economy to fight Covid-19. ( read original story ...)
How hostess bars and cherry blossoms helped undermine Japan’s coronavirus response
Japan’s struggles with cluster outbreaks offer wider lessons as areas around the world study where and when to reopen. ( read original story ...)
Snow Leopard Conservation Efforts in Pakistan Overshadowed by COVID-19
Wildlife experts say increased sightings of snow leopards in Pakistan’s northern mountains are promising signs that the population of one of the world’s most endangered big cats is recovering in the ... ( read original story ...)