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Myanmar general killed in drone attack near Thai border
Myanmar general killed in drone attack near Thai border
SUNDAY, APRIL 21, 2024
A commander of the Myanmar junta’s armed forces has been killed in a drone attack by anti-government forces near the Thai-Myanmar border.House votes for TikTok ban in US; app won't vanish soon
House votes for TikTok ban in US; app won't vanish soon
SUNDAY, APRIL 21, 2024
The House passed legislation Saturday that would ban TikTok in the United States if the popular social media platform’s China-based owner doesn’t sell its stake within a year, but don’t expect the app to go away anytime soon.The US House approves aid for Ukraine and Israel after months of struggle
The US House approves aid for Ukraine and Israel after months of struggle
SUNDAY, APRIL 21, 2024
The House swiftly approved US$95 billion in foreign aid for Ukraine, Israel and other US allies in a rare Saturday session as Democrats and Republicans banded together after months of hard-right resistance over renewed American support for repelling Russia’s invasion.Guiyang-Laos tourist train set to debut
Guiyang-Laos tourist train set to debut
SATURDAY, APRIL 20, 2024
The first tourist train running from Guiyang in Southwest China's Guizhou province to Vientiane in Laos will set off on its debut journey on May 8.Israel, Iran downplay apparent Israeli strike
Israel, Iran downplay apparent Israeli strike
SATURDAY, APRIL 20, 2024
Israel and Iran on Friday both played down an apparent Israeli airstrike near a major air base and nuclear site in central Iran, signaling the two bitter enemies are ready to prevent their latest eruption of violence from escalating into a full-blown regional war.Iran fires at apparent Israeli attack drones near Isfahan air base and nuclear site
Iran fires at apparent Israeli attack drones near Isfahan air base and nuclear site
FRIDAY, APRIL 19, 2024
An apparent Israeli drone attack on Iran saw troops fire air defences at a major air base and a nuclear site early Friday morning near the central city of Isfahan, an assault coming in retaliation for Tehran’s unprecedented drone-and-missile assault on the country.US vetoes widely supported resolution backing full UN membership for Palestine
US vetoes widely supported resolution backing full UN membership for Palestine
FRIDAY, APRIL 19, 2024
The United States vetoed a widely backed UN resolution Thursday that would have paved the way for full United Nations membership for Palestine, a goal the Palestinians have long sought and Israel has worked to prevent.Iran fires air defense batteries at Isfahan air base and nuclear site after drone sightings
Iran fires air defense batteries at Isfahan air base and nuclear site after drone sightings
FRIDAY, APRIL 19, 2024
Iran fired air defence batteries early Friday morning as explosions could be heard near a major air base near Isfahan, raising fears of a possible Israeli strike following Tehran’s unprecedented drone-and-missile assault on the country.Escalating Myanmar refugee crisis brings untold dangers
Escalating Myanmar refugee crisis brings untold dangers
FRIDAY, APRIL 19, 2024
Thailand must act quickly to avert a major crisis amid a growing exodus of people fleeing conscription and conflict in neighbouring Myanmar.Indonesians leave homes near erupting volcano and airport closes due to ash danger
Indonesians leave homes near erupting volcano and airport closes due to ash danger
THURSDAY, APRIL 18, 2024
Indonesian authorities closed an airport and residents left homes near an erupting volcano Thursday due to the dangers of spreading ash, falling rocks, hot volcanic clouds and the possibility of a tsunami.Kazakhstan foreign minister’s visit to open new chapter in bilateral ties
Kazakhstan foreign minister’s visit to open new chapter in bilateral ties
THURSDAY, APRIL 18, 2024
As the world navigates through complex geopolitical landscapes, diplomatic engagements hold the key to fostering mutual understanding and cooperation among nations. Kazakhstan, often referred to as the "Heart of Eurasia”, stands out as an example of diplomatic pragmatism and proactive engagement on the global stage.Tsunami alert after Indonesia volcano erupts, thousands evacuated
Tsunami alert after Indonesia volcano erupts, thousands evacuated
THURSDAY, APRIL 18, 2024
Indonesian authorities issued a tsunami alert Wednesday after eruptions at Ruang Mountain sent ash thousands of feet high. Officials ordered more than 11,000 people to leave the area.Rapid ageing and Malaysia’s ‘ghost towns’
Rapid ageing and Malaysia’s ‘ghost towns’
THURSDAY, APRIL 18, 2024
Starting today, rural and suburban areas all over the country are going to come alive again with traffic jams, joyous young children and packed bazaars as Malaysians return home for Hari Raya Aidilfitri.