An uptick in clashes between Iranian security forces and Kurdish rebel groups is threatening to open a new front in the Islamic Republic's conflict with the United States and Israel, testing a fragile ...
US.-Iran negotiations paused for funeral of former Supreme Leader
Meanwhile, Iran’s joint military command is warning that all oil tankers moving through the Strait of Hormuz must use approved routes.
Turkey blocks American LGBTQ+ cruise from docking, citing ‘moral standards’
Turkish authorities have banned a cruise ship catering to American LGBTQ+ travelers from docking in the country’s ports, citing moral standards and “family values.” ...
Can the World’s Largest Stadium Explain the Global Economy?
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China is deploying humanoid robots to control crowds at Vietnam border
UBTech Walker S2 humanoid robots are now managing crowds and scanning cargo at China's Fangchenggang border under a $37 million contract.
Vietnam’s population hit the 100 million milestone. Where’s it headed?
Rising population growth should slow in the coming decades and see a decline in the second half of the century.
Carney, Marcos deepen Canada-Philippines ties as Ottawa looks beyond US trade
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney welcomed Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. to Canada for the first visit by a Philippine leader in more than a decade as the two countries deepen economic ...
Philippines President Marcos says ‘we share the same aspirations’ as Canada
VANCOUVER — The leaders of Canada and the Philippines signed agreements Thursday on energy, natural resources, labour and tourism, as the countries reinforced their shared priorities and hope for a ...
Avani Hotels & Resorts expands in Laos with new Vientiane hotel opening
The opening marks Avani’s second property in Laos, following Avani+ Luang Prabang.
Kyrgyzstan asks neighbours for help with fuel supplies as Russian shortages bite
By Aigerim Turgunbaeva BISHKEK, July 2 (Reuters) - Kyrgyzstan asked Kazakhstan, Belarus, Azerbaijan, Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan to help ensure stable fuel supplies late on Wednesday, amid concerns ...