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Wed, 21 Apr 2021 07:18:01 GMTLaos to expand COVID-19 vaccination to all citizens
VIENTIANE, April 21 (Xinhua) -- Lao Prime Minister Phankham Viphavanh has instructed authorities in charge to continue with the vaccination of target groups and to offer the vaccine to all other ci
Wed, 21 Apr 2021 06:18:01 GMT
Laos reports 28 new COVID-19 cases
VIENTIANE, April 21 (Xinhua) -- The Lao Ministry of Health reported 28 new confirmed COVID-19 cases on Wednesday, bringing the country's caseload to 88. Director General of the National Cent
Tue, 20 Apr 2021 10:30:01 GMT
Xinhua Asia-Pacific news summary at 1000 GMT, April 20
ISLAMABAD -- Pakistani Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi is scheduled to pay a three-day official visit to Iran from Tuesday to discuss bilateral relations, the Foreign Ministry of Pakistan sai
Tue, 20 Apr 2021 08:30:02 GMT
Cambodian PM greatly values China's role in global fight against COVID-19
PHNOM PENH, April 20 (Xinhua) -- Cambodian Prime Minister Samdech Techo Hun Sen on Tuesday said he greatly valued China's leading role in helping other countries to prevent and combat the COVID-19
Tue, 20 Apr 2021 08:30:01 GMT
Cambodia logs 431 new COVID-19 cases, 4 more deaths
PHNOM PENH, April 20 (Xinhua) -- Cambodia on Tuesday recorded 431 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 and four more fatalities in the last 24 hours, the country's Ministry of Health (MoH) said in a sta
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Wed, 21 Apr 2021 16:46:50 +0800'Mainland's vaccine supply crunch to ease by June'
Residents of some parts of China that are grappling with tight supplies of coronavirus vaccines have not received their second doses in time, but the crunch will ease by June as production is being stepped up, a health official told state media.
The...
Wed, 21 Apr 2021 15:45:16 +0800
China still welcomes foreign journalists: Envoy
China continued to welcome foreign journalists and discriminated against none, a Chinese envoy said on Wednesday, contradicting an Australian reporter's opinion that they were “barely tolerated.”
Wang Xining, deputy head of the Chinese Embassy ...
Wed, 21 Apr 2021 10:34:30 +0800
Xi Jinping to attend Biden's online climate summit
President Xi Jinping will attend US President Joe Biden's virtual climate summit this week, Beijing said Wednesday, as the world's top polluting nations seek rare common ground despite wider political tensions.
Biden has invited 40 world leaders in...
Tue, 20 Apr 2021 21:54:14 +0800
China suspected to be behind Japan cyberattacks
Tokyo police are investigating cyberattacks on about 200 Japanese companies and research organisations, including the country’s space agency, by a hacking group believed to be linked to the Chinese military, the government said on Tuesday.
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Tue, 20 Apr 2021 11:33:57 +0800
Xi calls for change in 'global governance system'
President Xi Jinping said on Tuesday that the global governance system should be made more equitable and fair, and that rules set by one country or some nations cannot be imposed on others.
Building barriers and pushing for decoupling will harm othe...
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Wed, 21 Apr 2021 16:15:52 +0800HK youth should move to Hainan, for the chicken: CE
Chief Executive Carrie Lam on Wednesday offered an alternative suggestion for any young Hongkongers who have failed to be convinced about the attractions of the Greater Bay Area, suggesting they pack up and move to Hainan instead.
She said not only ...
Wed, 21 Apr 2021 14:55:15 +0800
'Circular economy needed to solve plastic pollution'
A local green group said on Wednesday that the city needs to create a circular economy for plastics, with the material making up the majority of coastal waste they had collected over the past decade.
The Environmental Association said it had collect...
Wed, 21 Apr 2021 13:22:05 +0800
Lawmaker sounds terrorism alert over film screenings
DAB lawmaker Holden Chow warned on Wednesday that the pro-democracy Confederation of Trade Unions (CTU) could be violating the national security law with its private screenings of three documentaries on the social unrest of 2019.
Chow said the group...
Wed, 21 Apr 2021 12:49:00 +0800
Govt wins detention for Junius Ho office vandal
A student has been sent to a training centre for vandalising the Tsuen Wan office of pro-Beijing lawmaker Junius Ho in 2019.
Anson Chu, 20, was put into detention on Wednesday after a second appeal by the Department of Justice (DOJ) against his ear...
Wed, 21 Apr 2021 10:49:50 +0800
'Door hooks unlikely to have spread Covid variant'
Medical experts on Wednesday raised doubts over a presumption that a mutated strain of coronavirus had been spread at a quarantine hotel in Tsim Sha Tsui via door hooks.
A man who travelled from Dubai and completed a 21-day quarantine at Ramada Hon...
India Merinews
2018-09-04T07:23:49+05:30Teacher's Day Special: Need to prepare teachers for role of educational therapists
Teacher's Day is going to be observed on September 5 with the same rituals as usual. However, there is a need to discuss certain serious issues of educational practices and emergent roles of teachers.
2018-09-03T21:48:04+05:30
When we die each day to all that is old; there can be the new: J Krishnamurti
"There can be nothing new; there can be nothing creative, in that which has continuance - which is fairly obvious. It is only when continuity ends that there is a possibility of that which is ever new. But it is this ending that we dread and we don't...
2018-09-03T21:43:09+05:30
Bungalows, a vanishing lifestyle: My tale of two cities
Mumbai's famous landmark, the Gateway of India marks the spot where King George V and Queen Mary landed in 1911. They were on their way to lay the foundation stone for the up and coming new capital of India, which was being shifted from Calcutta to w...
2018-09-03T07:24:13+05:30
Jaipur celebrates Janmashtami with a music and art festival dedicated to theme of life and works of Lord Krishna
In Jaipur, the new trends in of celebrating Krishna Janmashtami are emerging. One of them is in form of cultural event called "Mere To Girdhar Gopal Art and Music Festival" at the KK Square in C-Scheme in the city. Along with the singing of devotiona...
2018-09-02T14:27:27+05:30
Digitisation of research-facilitative material in disability education is helpful in planning differentiated learning: Study
"Learning by differently abled children with their diverse needs necessitates the develioment of Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) after their assessment and diagnosis is done. The process becomes efficient and effective if evidence-based and cli...
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Wed, 21 Apr 2021 06:39:27 GMTForeign tourist arrivals in Bali hit decade low - Coconuts Bali
Foreign tourist arrivals in Bali hit decade low Coconuts Bali
Wed, 21 Apr 2021 06:36:06 GMT
SAS Australia- Roxy Jacenko defends convicted drug smuggler Schapelle Corby
On Tuesday, Roxy Jacenko defended her SAS Australia co-star Schapelle Corby, who has faced scrutiny for appearing on reality TV after serving time in a Bali prison for drug smuggling
Wed, 21 Apr 2021 06:31:55 GMT
Indonesia whipping- Child rapist collapses as he is beaten 169 times
The man, named locally as Roni, was sentenced to 175 but it was reduced to 169 after he spent six months in jail - one month for each lash - before he was publicly beaten in the city of Banda Aceh.
Wed, 21 Apr 2021 06:23:26 GMT
Can Bali survive a continued coronavirus closure? It has bounced back before
Can Bali survive a continued coronavirus closure? Post Magazine
Wed, 21 Apr 2021 06:22:03 GMT
Suicide bomb hits Palm Sunday Mass in Indonesia, 20 wounded
Suicide bomb hits Palm Sunday Mass in Indonesia, 20 wounded The Associated Press
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Sat, 03 Mar 2018 06:00:00 PSTK. International spelling whiz wins ninth Japan Times Bee
Sat, 03 Mar 2018 05:54:00 PST
Japan’s media out of step with mental health issues
Sat, 03 Mar 2018 05:42:00 PST
Anniversaries loom for gum producer Lotte and the Yoshiwara red-light district
Sat, 03 Mar 2018 05:40:00 PST
NHK puppet show offers a rare glimpse into unconventional lives
Sat, 03 Mar 2018 05:38:00 PST
Putting the express in espresso
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Wed, 21 Apr 2021 16:44:08 +0800Sarawak MMEA: Missing diver’s brother failed to call emergency line for help
KUCHING, April 21 — Missing diver Karen Chong’s brother failed to call the Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA) Sarawak’s emergency line or MERS 999 for help when she went missing last Saturday, said MMEA Sarawak Maritime Captain...
Wed, 21 Apr 2021 16:36:31 +0800
Perak ventures into renewable power with solar farm project in Bidor
IPOH, April 21 — Perak will enter the renewable energy sector through a collaboration between the Perak State Development Corporation (PKNP) and Gading Kencana Sdn Bhd to build a solar farm in Bidor. Mentri Besar Datuk Saarani Mohamad said the...
Wed, 21 Apr 2021 16:26:23 +0800
Perak Health Dept says already offered discount to students fined RM1,500 for Covid-19 SOP violation
KUALA LUMPUR, April 21 — The Perak Health Department today said that it has given discounts to a group of six Perak Matriculation College students, who were fined for violating the Covid-19 standard operating procedures (SOPs), recently. In a...
Wed, 21 Apr 2021 16:22:15 +0800
SRC appeal: Prosecutor calls Najib’s purported letters on ‘Arab donation’ classic example of documentary hearsay
PUTRAJAYA, April 21 — The four purported Arab letters that Datuk Seri Najib Razak kept to indicate his belief in impending “donations” into his personal bank accounts were a classic example of documentary hearsay, the Court of Appeal heard...
Wed, 21 Apr 2021 16:16:23 +0800
Two elephants captured after complaint they were roaming near Mersing military camp
MERSING, April 21 — The Johor Department of Wildlife and National Parks (Perhilitan) has captured two wild elephants, roaming near Iskandar Camp yesterday. Its director Salman Saaban said that the elephants were captured after the department...
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Wed, 21 Apr 21 05:50:45 +0500Oxygen supplies run low as India grapples with coronavirus 'storm'
Prime Minister Narendra Modi said India faced a coronavirus “storm” overwhelming its health system
Wed, 21 Apr 21 07:12:34 +0500
Nepal's ex-royals test positive after India religious festival
A Hindu seer died from coronavirus after the festival and hundreds of attendees have tested positive
Wed, 21 Apr 21 07:21:00 +0500
Ohio police kill Black teenage girl seen threatening others with knife
Sparking street protests, the incident comes as US was focused on the guilty verdict of George Floyd's murderer
Wed, 21 Apr 21 06:45:00 +0500
US general voices grave doubts about Taliban's reliability
It remains unclear whether the Taliban will allow US forces, who they call invaders, to peacefully exit the country
Tue, 20 Apr 21 21:14:53 +0500
George Floyd murder: Jury finds ex-officer Chauvin guilty on all counts
Floyd's death prompted protests against racism and police brutality in many cities in the United States
Pakistani News
Wed, 21 Apr 21 07:53:02 +0500Last chance to break the chain of daily virus cases, Umar warns citizens
NCOC chief rings alarm bells for public, says country days away from undergoing strict restrictions
Wed, 21 Apr 21 04:40:00 +0500
Pakistan records 5,499 new Covid-19 cases, 147 deaths in 24 hours
According to NCOC, total active Covid-19 cases across the country were reported to be 83,162
Wed, 21 Apr 21 07:10:11 +0500
FM Qureshi meets President Hassan Rouhani
Both counties will also sign a MoU for the opening of border trade centres
Wed, 21 Apr 21 07:10:32 +0500
PM inaugurates housing scheme for underprivileged in Nowshera
Says govt providing subsidy of Rs300,000 on each house while buyer to pay easy mortgage installments to get ownership
Wed, 21 Apr 21 06:14:30 +0500
Pakistan secures membership to three key United Nations committees
Pakistan will assume the membership from 1 January 2022
Philippines
Wed, 21 Apr 2021 16:29:00 +0800Coronavirus cases in the Philippines hit 962,307 with 9,227 new infections
he Philippines on Wednesday recorded 9,227 additional COVID-19 cases, bringing the total number of infections to 962,307.
Wed, 21 Apr 2021 16:18:00 +0800
Philippines' first COVID-19, dengue insurance aims to buffer hospitalization cost
With the Philippines logging in almost a million COVID-19 cases as of yesterday even as vaccinations take place, COVID-19 insurance has been essential now more than ever.
Wed, 21 Apr 2021 16:13:00 +0800
What to do if law enforcers visit your community pantry? Diokno offers tips
If law enforcers approach community pantries and their organizers, veteran rights lawyer Chel Diokno offers the following tips:
Wed, 21 Apr 2021 15:57:00 +0800
World's biggest lottery jackpot $277 million can be won from home in the Philippines
The American Mega Millions lottery is offering, in its upcoming draw on Friday night a jackpot worth $277 million – the biggest lottery prize in the world!
Wed, 21 Apr 2021 15:41:00 +0800
4 dead, 7 survivors found from cargo vessel incident in Surigao del Norte
The Philippine Coast Guard on Wednesday said the remains of four crew members and seven survivors of a cargo vessel in Surigao del Norte were found from search and rescue operations, after the ship ran aground on April 19.
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Wed, 21 Apr 2021 16:29:00 +0800Coronavirus cases in the Philippines hit 962,307 with 9,227 new infections
he Philippines on Wednesday recorded 9,227 additional COVID-19 cases, bringing the total number of infections to 962,307.
Wed, 21 Apr 2021 16:13:00 +0800
What to do if law enforcers visit your community pantry? Diokno offers tips
If law enforcers approach community pantries and their organizers, veteran rights lawyer Chel Diokno offers the following tips:
Wed, 21 Apr 2021 15:41:00 +0800
4 dead, 7 survivors found from cargo vessel incident in Surigao del Norte
The Philippine Coast Guard on Wednesday said the remains of four crew members and seven survivors of a cargo vessel in Surigao del Norte were found from search and rescue operations, after the ship ran aground on April 19.
Wed, 21 Apr 2021 15:21:00 +0800
Vera Cruz now PNP's No. 3, task force commander as Binag retires
"As the new commander of this task force, I expect PLtGen Vera Cruz will continue the plans and programs of the previous commander and enforce strict quarantine rules in the country to mitigate the spread of the virus while waiting for the available ...
Wed, 21 Apr 2021 15:14:00 +0800
House probe into red-tagging of community pantry organizers, volunteers pushed
The Makabayan bloc is pushing for the House of Representatives to investigate the alleged harassment, profiling and red-tagging of community pantry organizers and volunteers.
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Wed, 21 Apr 2021 00:00:00 +08004 Western Visayas cops dismissed
Four police officers in Western Visayas have been dismissed from the service for drug use and grave misconduct, according to regional police spokesman Lt. Col. Joem Malong.
Wed, 21 Apr 2021 00:00:00 +0800
3 dead in Bulacan, Nueva Ecija drug stings
Three persons were killed in anti-drug operations in Bulacan and Nueva Ecija yesterday.
Wed, 21 Apr 2021 00:00:00 +0800
Cops to train soldiers in crime scene investigation
The Philippine National Police will train its counterparts in the Armed Forces of the Philippines in the investigation and preservation of crime scenes.
Wed, 21 Apr 2021 00:00:00 +0800
BI nabs 36 foreigners in Pasay raid
The Bureau of Immigration rounded up 36 foreigners after it raided an alleged illegal online gaming company at the Double Dragon Plaza Tower 3 in Pasay on Monday afternoon, an official said yesterday.
Wed, 21 Apr 2021 00:00:00 +0800
MPD denies profiling organizers
The Manila Police District yesterday denied profiling organizers of community pantries in the city, after the owner of a food pantry in Pandacan said they were profiled by two police officers.
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Tue, 20 Apr 2021 18:29:00 +0800Trader, 2 others nabbed in anti-drug stings
A FISH trader and two others were arrested in separate anti-drug operations in Zamboanga City and in nearby Zamboanga Sibugay province, the police reported Tuesday, April 20.Police Captain Edwin Duco,
Tue, 20 Apr 2021 18:29:00 +0800
Commercial vessel nabbed for fishery code violation
AUTHORITIES have filed an administrative complaint before the Regional Adjudication Committee of the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR)-Zamboanga Peninsula for proper disposition of the case
Tue, 20 Apr 2021 17:41:00 +0800
Barmm registers P950-M investments in banana industry
THE Regional Board of Investments in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (RBOI-Barmm) registered a P950-million investment from Al Muzafar Agriventure Inc., also known as Amavi Sweet Banana,
Mon, 19 Apr 2021 20:38:00 +0800
Undercover cop hurt in shootout
TWO persons, including a policeman on an undercover mission, were injured in a shootout in Zamboanga City, the police reported Monday, April 19, 2021.Police Captain Edwin Duco, Police Regional Office-Zamboanga
Mon, 19 Apr 2021 19:57:00 +0800
Army unit holds 2-day NCO assembly
THE Army’s 97th Infantry Battalion (97IB) conducted a two-day Non-Commissioned Officer (NCO) Corps Assembly to recognize the contributions and dedication of NCO leaders and personnel.The two-day assembly
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Wed, 21 Apr 2021 16:44:34 +0800Myanmar activists hold 'blue shirt' protests; junta chief to attend upcoming ASEAN summit
Anti-coup activists in Myanmar launched protests on Wednesday (Apr 21) calling for the release of those detained by the military ahead of junta chief General Min Aung Hlaing's first foreign trip on Saturday to attend a regional summit to discuss the...
Wed, 21 Apr 2021 16:40:37 +0800
Khairy dismisses talk of Malaysian federal government blocking states' COVID-19 vaccine procurement
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia's coordinating minister for COVID-19 immunisation programme Khairy Jamaluddin dismissed accusations that the federal government has stonewalled attempts by state governments to procure vaccines.
In a statement on Wednesday (...
Wed, 21 Apr 2021 16:30:37 +0800
Papua New Guinea passes 10,000 infections as COVID-19 spreads beyond the capital
SYDNEY: The number of coronavirus infections in Papua New Guinea (PNG) rose past 10,000 on Wednesday (Apr 21), an alarming milestone for the Pacific country as health officials worry that its fragile health system is at risk of being overwhelmed.
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Wed, 21 Apr 2021 16:20:37 +0800
Japan eyes state of emergency for Tokyo, Osaka regions amid COVID-19 surge
TOKYO: Japan's government is considering a state of emergency for Tokyo and Osaka as new COVID-19 case numbers surge, broadcaster NHK reported on Wednesday (Apr 21), a move that would enable prefectural authorities to impose curbs to try to stop infe...
Wed, 21 Apr 2021 16:08:40 +0800
Oxygen supplies run low as India grapples with COVID-19 'storm'
NEW DELHI: Indian authorities scrambled to shore up supplies of medical oxygen to hospitals in the capital, Delhi, on Wednesday (Apr 21) as a fast-spreading second wave of coronavirus stretched medical infrastructure to breaking point, officials and...
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Wed, 21 Apr 2021 08:40:13 +0000Shell to trial first hydrogen fuel cells for ships in Singapore
Wed, 21 Apr 2021 08:05:44 +0000
Woman admits harassing neighbour twice, including placing raw beef on doorstep
Wed, 21 Apr 2021 07:20:13 +0000
High Court grants PM Lee’s siblings’ application for disciplinary tribunal on conduct of Lee Kuan Yew’s lawyer
Wed, 21 Apr 2021 06:40:46 +0000
15 new Covid-19 infections in Singapore, including 1 in the community
Wed, 21 Apr 2021 04:47:21 +0000
Jail for Navy employee who set fire to towels at Hotel 81 after being forbidden to join friend in room
South China Morning Post
Wed, 21 Apr 2021 16:34:21 +0800China to help coronavirus-hit Indonesia close vaccine divide
China will work with Indonesia to try to close the “vaccination divide” as the Southeast Asian country grapples with delays in shipments of the AstraZeneca coronavirus vaccine.During a phone call on Tuesday with Indonesian President Joko Widodo, ...
Wed, 21 Apr 2021 16:18:33 +0800
Night burials at Latin America’s largest cemetery reveal deadly cost of coronavirus in Brazil
In almost three decades of working in Sao Paulo’s largest cemetery, the oldest gravediggers can’t remember performing more than 10 night burials.But since the second wave of the coronavirus pandemic swept across Brazil, that exception has become ...
Wed, 21 Apr 2021 16:01:41 +0800
Hong Kong police arrest suspected phone scammer accused of impersonating an officer to obtain his victim’s banking details
Hong Kong authorities have arrested a suspected phone scammer accused of impersonating a police officer to trick his victim into revealing his online banking details.The scam came to light when the victim, a 25-year-old man, discovered someone had tr...
Wed, 21 Apr 2021 16:00:26 +0800
South Korean court dismisses ‘comfort women’ claim against Japan, reversing earlier ruling
A South Korean court on Wednesday dismissed a case brought by World War II sex slaves and their families against the Japanese government, contradicting an earlier court ruling made in favour of victims demanding reparations.But it is unclear if the...
Wed, 21 Apr 2021 15:25:16 +0800
European Union agrees to go carbon-neutral by 2050 ahead of Biden climate summit
The European Union reached a tentative climate deal that should make the 27-nation bloc carbon-neutral by 2050, with member states and parliament agreeing on the targets on the eve of a virtual summit that US President Joe Biden will host.“Our poli...
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Wed, 21 Apr 2021 15:02:00 +0700Myanmar activists protest as report says junta chief to attend summit
Myanmar anti-coup activists launched protests on Wednesday calling for the release of detained prisoners, as Nikkei Asia reported that junta chief General Min Aung Hlaing would attend a regional summit to discuss the crisis in the country.
Wed, 21 Apr 2021 14:32:00 +0700
Business group trims 2021 GDP outlook after new virus outbreak
Thailand's joint business group on Wednesday trimmed its 2021 economic growth forecast for the second time this year to 1.5-3.0% from 1.5-3.5% after a third wave of coronavirus infections, despite improved exports.
Wed, 21 Apr 2021 14:30:00 +0700
China starts large-scale testing of its internet of the future
HONG KONG: China launched a large-scale experimental network in Beijing on Tuesday to test the future of internet technology over the next five to 10 years.
Wed, 21 Apr 2021 14:18:00 +0700
Thailand to buy 35m more doses of Covid-19 vaccine
Thailand will seek to buy about 35 million more doses of Covid-19 vaccine from two or three other producers, in addition to the acquisition of 65 million doses already underway, Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha said on his Facebook page on Wednesday.
Wed, 21 Apr 2021 13:45:00 +0700
Science without gravity aboard the International Space Station
PARIS: In two decades orbiting the Earth the International Space Station has become a cutting-edge cosmic laboratory, with astronauts researching everything from black holes to disease and even gardening in microgravity.
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Wed, 21 Apr 2021 13:22:00 +0700Two deaths,1458 new cases
Two new local deaths related to Covid-19 and 1,458 new infections have raised the death toll to 110 and the number of cases to 46,643.
Wed, 21 Apr 2021 07:34:00 +0700
Rally outside embassy tells US to 'stop interfering'
A group of people calling itself Prachachon Khon Thai (Thai people) on Tuesday headed to the US embassy in Bangkok to ask the US to stop interfering in Thailand's internal affairs and stop fuelling conflicts among groups of Thais with different polit...
Wed, 21 Apr 2021 06:00:00 +0700
Govt to punish patients who reject stays in field hospitals
The Public Health Ministry is considering taking legal action against a number of Covid-19 patients who refused to be transferred to field hospitals for treatment.
Wed, 21 Apr 2021 05:00:00 +0700
FTI calls for alternative jab locations
The Federation of Thai Industries (FTI) suggests the government use petrol stations of the majority state-owned Bangchak Corporation Plc (BCP) and factories nationwide as vaccination locations to speed up the rollout.
Wed, 21 Apr 2021 05:00:00 +0700
Adverse symptoms in seven Sinovac recipients: Chula doctor
Seven people suffered from partial paralysis after receiving the Sinovac vaccine, a doctor from Chulalongkorn University said.
Vietnam Politics
Wed, 07 Sep 2016 13:32:00 GMTJapan to provide patrol ships to Vietnam amid maritime row with China
Japan also agreed to provide two large patrol ships and lend up to five used surveillance aircraft to the PhilippinesJapan to provide planes, ships for Philippines amid sea dispute with ChinaJapan eyes record defence budget to develop anti-ship m...
Wed, 07 Sep 2016 01:00:00 GMT
French president hails preservation of Hanoi Old Quarter
Francois Hollande was warmly welcomed by Hanoians and tourists in the Old QuarterVietnamese airlines order 40 Airbus jets worth $6.5 billionBeyond the baguette: France's food legacy in VietnamHanoi opens pedestrian zone around iconic Sword LakeFr...
Wed, 07 Sep 2016 00:00:00 GMT
Philippine president 'responds positively' to Vietnam premier’s visit invitation
PM Nguyen Xuan Phuc encouraged Philippine businesses to "invest more, have more trade" in Vietnam during his meeting with President Rodrigo Duterte
Sat, 03 Sep 2016 08:16:20 GMT
India PM offers Vietnam $500 million credit line for defense cooperation
Narendra Modi, the first Indian prime minister to visit Vietnam in 15 yearsIndia plans expanded missile export drive, with China on its mindIndia sets up space facility in Vietnam to monitor East Sea: reportVietnam needs closer strategic partners...
Tue, 30 Aug 2016 08:00:00 GMT
Vietnam says all will lose in any South China Sea war
"Recent worrying developments" there "have had a negative impact on the security environment of the region, the country's president said.Schedule announced for Hollande's visit to Vietnam next monthJokowi vows to develop ‘every inch’ of Indon...
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Vietnam property market: to buy or not to buy?
The new legislation played a major role in addressing many issues that foreigners previously faced and made Vietnam property market “sexy” againVietnam’s housing market improves in Q2: reportForeigners fuel housing salesIt's still hard for ...
Thu, 15 Sep 2016 03:32:19 GMT
Heroin, nazis, and Agent Orange: inside the $66 billion merger of the year
These companies used to sell heroin and Agent Orange. Now, they want to form the world’s largest supplier of seeds and pesticides.EU seen approving weed-killer ingredient glyphosate amid cancer rowDow and DuPont to merge in deal to create $130 ...
Thu, 15 Sep 2016 02:00:00 GMT
China issues highest typhoon alert as Meranti makes landfall
Typhoon Meranti kills 1 in Taiwan; expected to weaken furtherHydropower dam tunnel collapses in central Vietnam flash floods, many missingTyphoon Rai weakens after hitting central Vietnam
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2017-05-07China Focus: Beijing firms bring tech to Belt and Road countries
"Borrow a boat to sail in the sea -- we will find more ways to use the opportunities brought by the Belt and Road Initiative," he said.
2017-04-24
Xi, Trump discuss ties, Korean Peninsula situation over phone
Chinese President Xi Jinping and his U.S. counterpart Donald Trump on Monday discussed bilateral ties and the situation on the Korean Peninsula on phone, pledging close contact by various means to promptly exchange views on major issues of common con...
2017-04-21
Feature: A Thai student dreams of selling rice to China
Agricultural products have been exempted duty by the FTA , but most Thai rice sold in China ' s supermarkets is imported through regular channels , without taking advantage of the FTA , she said .
2017-04-20
Hebei promises dedication in building Xiongan New Area
Public services including employment , education , healthcare and social security will be improved in the area , he said .
2017-04-08
Xi, Trump pledge to expand mutually beneficial cooperation, manage differences
Chinese President Xi Jinping and his U.S. counterpart, Donald Trump, pledged on Friday to expand mutually beneficial cooperation and to manage their differences based on mutual respect.
Xinhua World News
2018-01-24Palestinians clash with Israeli soldiers after protest against Pence visit
Palestinian protesters hurl stones at Israeli soldiers during clashes after a protest against the visit of U.S. Vice President Mike Pence in Jerusalem, in the West Bank city of Hebron, on Jan. 23, 2018.
2018-01-03
U.S. failure to appoint Australian ambassador "diplomatic insult": former deputy PM
Former Australian Deputy Prime Minister Tim Fischer has accused the U.S. of hitting Australia with a "diplomatic insult."
2017-10-28
Speaker of Hungarian Parliament addresses in Budapest
Laszlo Kover (1st L), Speaker of the Hungarian Parliament, speaks at a conference of the parliament speakers of the Western Balkans in Budapest, Hungary on Oct. 27, 2017.
2017-10-23
Typhoon Lan lashes central Japan, killing 2 and disrupting transport systems
Two people were killed and transportation systems and businesses severely disrupted as Typhoon Lan lashed central Japan's Pacific coast after making landfall early Monday.
2017-10-13
Spotlight: U.S. decision to withdraw from UNESCO triggers calls for multilateralism
The U.S. decision to withdraw from UNESCO, the UN cultural agency, has triggered worldwide calls for supporting multilateralism amid world challenges.