Scientists found an ‘elusive,’ well-camouflaged animal living on a rocky peak in Laos and discovered a new species, a study said. Photo from Santi Xayyasith A “dragon”-like creature …
Laos eliminates elephantiasis: WHO
MANILA (Xinhua): Laos has eliminated lymphatic filariasis, commonly known as elephantiasis, a painful and disabling neglected tropical disease, the World Health Organization (WHO) said here on …
Lao capital market needs more funding to contribute to socio-economic development: official
VIENTIANE, Oct. 13 (Xinhua) — Fund raising of the Lao capital market is an important contribution to the country’s socio-economic development, whereas this process currently faces many challenges, …
Hamas’ Attack in Israel Doesn’t Reveal Much About U.S. Border Security
There is little, if any, comparison between the terrorist threat that Israel faces and security problems along the U.S.-Mexico border.
Israel releases video of captured Hamas militant saying the group offered $10,000 and an apartment for each hostage taken to Gaza
Israeli authorities released an interrogation video they say shows a captured Hamas militant detailing how operatives were incentivized to take people hostage.
Indo-Nepal border dispute: Joint survey to address escalating tensions
A joint survey of the disputed no man’s land along the Indo-Nepal border is set to take place on October 26 due to concerns about widespread encroachments in the Khatima area of Udham Singh Nagar …
Red Sea Global to open island resort in Saudi Arabia next year
Red Sea Global (RSG), a multi-project developer, has announced plans to open an island resort, Thuwal Private Retreat, on the Red Sea coast of Saudi Arabia. Scheduled to open next year, this latest …
Cold Downpour Looms over Saudi Arabia: A Test of Preparedness
In an age when climate change is the specter at the feast, and weather patterns are increasingly unpredictable, the role of meteorologists becomes ever more vital. They stand as our frontline defense …
Inquiry hears evidence of war crimes by UK Special Forces in Afghanistan
The inquiry is focussing on 54 alleged killings of Afghan civilians during night operations by UK special forces between 2010 and 2013 …
Foreign banks can hold foreclosed property for only 5 years, SC rules
Foreign banks may not own land, but may — subject to limitations — possess mortgaged properties, the Supreme Court said in a recent ruling. In a decision written by Associate Justice Jhosep Lopez, the …