Former Malaysian Deputy Minister Cleared of Human Trafficking Allegations

KUALA LUMPUR — Malaysian police have cleared former Deputy Minister Dr. Mashitah Ibrahim and her husband…

Slovak PM Fico Criticizes Opponents During Visit to Town Where He Was Shot

HANDLOVA, Slovakia — Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico visited the town of Handlova on September 6,…

Japan’s Kishida and South Korea’s Yoon Push for Continued Improvement in Relations

SEOUL — On September 6, Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida and South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol…

Indian Olympic Wrestlers Vinesh Phogat and Bajrang Punia Join Opposition Congress Party

NEW DELHI — Indian Olympic wrestlers Vinesh Phogat and Bajrang Punia have made a significant political…

Preliminary Report Reveals Nepal Plane Crash Involved Speed and Load Irregularities

KATHMANDU — A preliminary investigation into the deadly plane crash in Nepal on July 24, which…

Thailand’s King Swears in New Government Amid Political Turmoil

BANGKOK — On September 6, Thailand’s King Maha Vajiralongkorn officially swore in Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra…

Italian Culture Minister’s Affair Puts PM Meloni’s Government to the Test

ROME — Italy’s Culture Minister Gennaro Sangiuliano has admitted to an affair with Maria Rosaria Boccia,…

Putin Jokes About Backing Kamala Harris in U.S. Election Amidst Tensions

VLADIVOSTOK, Russia — In a recent comment that seemed to blend irony with genuine sentiment, President…

Gaza Teacher Brings Education to War-Torn Students Amidst Devastation

GAZA — In the midst of widespread destruction and displacement caused by ongoing conflict, teacher Israa…

Lebanese Justice Ministry Accuses Former Central Bank Chief Riad Salameh of Financial Crimes

BEIRUT — The Lebanese justice ministry has formally charged former central bank governor Riad Salameh with…

Sri Lanka’s Tourism Industry Pins Hopes on New President to Rebuild Fortunes

GALLE, Sri Lanka – As Sri Lanka prepares for its first presidential election since the country’s…

World Bank Urges Pacific Islands to Tackle Health Crisis with Bigger, Faster Solutions

SUVA – The Pacific Islands, grappling with the world’s highest death rates from non-communicable diseases (NCDs),…