Under a sporadically enforced law in Thailand, it is risky to say anything flattering about alcohol on social media. You can’t hold up a bottle of bourbon in a selfie and grin. Or show off a pint …
China Sanctions Bill On Hong Kong Law Approved by Senate
The Senate Thursday approved a bipartisan measure that would penalize banks doing business with Chinese officials involved in the national security law the country is seeking to impose on Hong Kong.
Victoria’s Secret Closes Hong Kong Flagship
Victoria’s Secret has closed its Hong Kong flagship less than two years after its opening, another sign that the coronavirus is wreaking havoc on the global retail industry. The lingerie giant’s store …
South Africa: Deputy Minister Alvin Botes – United Nations Security Council Open Video Teleconference Meeting On Question of Palestine
Statement by H.E. Mr A Botes, Deputy Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, during the United Nations Security Council Open Video Teleconference Meeting on the Question of Palestine …
306 Indians stranded in UAE, Kyrgyzstan brought back
Two separate flights from the UAE and Kyrgyzstan landed here on Thursday, bringing back 306 Indians stranded in these countries due to the COVID-19 outbreak, officials said.
COVID-19 Dubai: All economic sectors to return to normal working hours
Following the successful completion of the National Sterilisation Programme in the UAE, Dubai Economy has announced that all economic sectors operating in this stage in the emirate can return to …
Blood Sport: Covid-19’s Troubling Legacy
Burundi’s former President Pierre Nkurunziza became the first world leader to die from Covid-19.
Kevin Jordan Signs First Look Deal With MACRO Television Studios (EXCLUSIVE)
Kevin Jordan has signed a first look deal with MACRO Television Studios, Variety has learned exclusively. “Right now we’re in a creative renaissance of storytelling in television and film, …
Jordan: Aqaba’s businesses demand termination of curfew
People, traders, and staffs in Aqaba’s tourism sector have followed the city’s hotels in requiring the delay of curfew hours after midnight, demanding that businesses require longer working hours at …
Uzbekistan is offering $3,000 to anyone who gets the coronavirus during a visit to the country
Uzbekistan is reopening to travellers, and it’s giving any visitor who gets infected $US3,000. In order to receive compensation, travellers must book their trip with a local tour guide. However, the …