Critics say the U.S. funding cuts are politically motivated and reflect American animosity toward Iran. International aid groups are now urging the administration to restore the f ... ( read original story ...)
Malaysia extends coronavirus curbs to May 12, but likely with more exceptions
Malaysia will extend travel and other curbs aimed at fighting the spread of COVID-19 by two weeks to May 12, Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin said on Thursday, but more sectors may be allowed to resume ... ( read original story ...)
Sports stars must be prepared to speak out on Saudi Arabia, says Amnesty
Saudi Arabia are using sportswashing to improve their reputation and it is working to an extent, says Amnesty International. ( read original story ...)
AP Week in Pictures, Middle East, Afghanistan and Pakistan
This photo gallery highlights some of the most compelling images made or published by photographers in the Middle East, Afghanistan & Pakistan Region between April 16-22, 2020. This week’s selection ... ( read original story ...)
Trump, Qatari leader agree Taliban need to reduce violence in Afghanistan, White House says
U.S. President Donald Trump and Qatari leader Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani agreed in a phone call on Wednesday on the importance of the Taliban reducing violence in Afghanistan, the White ... ( read original story ...)
South Korea pursues inter-Korea railway project
Korea Exchange and Cooperation Promotion Council hosted by Unification Minister Kim Yeon-chul officially recognized a railway project on the eastern coast as an inter-Korea exchange cooperation ... ( read original story ...)
Russia Sends Flowers to Still-Absent Kim Jong Un While U.S. and South Korea Hold Air Drills
While U.S. and South Korean warplanes drilled, North Korea's missing supreme leader, Kim Jong Un, reportedly "received a floral basket from the Russian embassy" to mark his visit to Russia from last ... ( read original story ...)
As Coronavirus Weighs on Trade, South Korea Launches World’s Largest Container Ship
South Korea launched the world’s biggest container ship Thursday at a time when carriers are drastically cutting capacity to deal with a collapse in global trade caused by the coronavirus pandemic. ( read original story ...)
Coronavirus travel restrictions in Thailand allow shy wildlife to emerge
Thanks to travel restrictions that have stripped Thailand destinations of crowds of tourists, a large group of dugongs has made their presence known. ( read original story ...)
Captive Elephants in Thailand May Starve as Tourist Camps Close During Coronavirus Pandemic, Conservationists Say
As work dries up, many owners are struggling to cover the costs of keeping an elephant. In some instances, animals have been set free to fend for themselves. ( read original story ...)