Hun Manet, educated in the United States and Britain, became prime minister after an unopposed election as his father, Hun Sen, relinquished leadership …
It’s Time for Peace in Syria
Displaced Syrians “will not return so long as they risk being drafted into the Syrian army, unjustly detained, tortured, and forcibly disappeared,” said Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield.
Geopolitical Rivalry in World Order: Lesson for Nepal
Critics argue that the international political and financial systems, created by the USA following the Second World War (1939-1945), are in a state of crumbling. The foreseeable international system …
Proud Boys Joseph Biggs and Zachary Rehl sentenced in Jan. 6 case for seditious conspiracy
but acquitted of charges including assaulting officers and destruction of government property. Prosecutors had asked U.S. District Judge Timothy Kelly to sentence Biggs — an Iraq war veteran who …
US Marine from Massachusetts accused of stolen valor: Feds say he applied for Purple Heart he hadn’t earned
Paul John Herbert, 52, of Shelburne Falls, was arrested Friday following an indictment charging him with theft of government property and making false statements. He was released from custody …
South Korea needs more babies and workers. It’s hoping foreign housekeepers will fix that
As South Korea struggles to get young people interested in marriage and kids, authorities are trying a new tack: importing foreign workers to carry some of the household burden.
Japan’s synthesized singing sensation Hatsune Miku turns 16
Hatsune Miku has always been 16 years old and worn long aqua ponytails. She is Japan’s most famous Vocaloid — a computer-synthesized singing voice software that, in her case, comes with a virtual …
Why Japanese knotweed should be no worse for your house price than buddleia
The very mention of Japanese knotweed can strike fear into homeowners and gardeners alike – with discovery of the invasive and highly resilient plant considered to be a death sentence for house prices …
This all-inclusive 5-star stay in the Maldives is nearly 70% off
The Maldives are known as a luxury destination … which is set on stunning beachfront property and includes access to your very own private beach area. Features of the room include a king-size bed, a …
Belarus, Turkmenistan discuss cooperation in international organizations
MINSK, 1 September (BelTA) – Belarusian Minister of Foreign Affairs Sergei Aleinik met with Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Turkmenistan to Belarus Nazarkuly Shakulyev, the press …