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 …
How tourists in Kyrgyzstan might help keep skilled workers at home
Kyrgyzstan’s government hopes an entirely new city on Lake Issyk-Kul will increase foreign investment, boost tourism and offer skilled Kyrgyz well paid jobs. With 90 per cent of its territory covered …
Look to Thailand’s new cabinet to include some familiar faces
Srettha has not revealed the names of his cabinet appointees but he referred the names of 36 candidates to King Maha Vajiralongkorn (Rama X) for his endorsement, according to Thai media. The king can …
Tycoon Chen Hongtian’s seized US$86.7 million Frank Gehry-designed Hong Kong flat sells at 38% discount
Receivers have sold Chen Hongtian’s 5,154 sq ft flat in a Frank Gehry-designed development at a discount of 38 per cent after it was seized in February.