Mystery Over Fate of Australia-Bound Refugee Boats
SYDNEY (DPA) — The Australian government refused to comment Monday on the fate of two refugee boats that were reportedly heading for Australia.
Malaysia, Cuba Off US List of Worst Trafficking Offenders
WASHINGTON (DPA) — Malaysia and Cuba were among the countries removed Monday from a list of countries deemed by the US State Department as the worst in addressing human trafficking.
Myanmar Frees 20 Political Prisoners
YANGON — Myanmar's military-backed government released at least 20 political prisoners Friday, just a few months before it is scheduled to hand over power to an elected, pro-democracy party.
Student Leader's Arrest Leads to Protest at India University
NEW DELHI — Massive protests paralyzed one of India's top universities Monday after the president of the student union was arrested on charges of sedition.
Eagles of Death Metal Perform in Paris For Attack Survivors
PARIS — The California rock band Eagles of Death Metal performed Tuesday at a highly charged Paris concert filled with fans who survived a terrifying massacre and siege at their last Paris show - and filled with memories of those who didn't.
Vietnam Premier Urges More Investment From Japan
HANOI — Vietnamese Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc on Tuesday urged Japan to invest more in the Southeast Asian country to become its top foreign investor.
Asian Shares Drift as Blast in Manchester Rattles Investors
TOKYO — Asian shares were mostly higher in early trading Tuesday after police said they were treating an explosion in Manchester, England, that killed at least 19 people as a terror attack. Oil prices fell back after Monday's rally.
Polls Open in UK Election After Campaign Marred by Attacks
LONDON — Polling stations have opened across Britain in an election to choose a new government.
Russian Opposition Leader Navalny Arrested on Way to Protest
MOSCOW — Protests spearheaded by prominent opposition figure Alexei Navalny were taking place across the country on Monday, but Navalny himself was reportedly arrested outside his Moscow home en route to the centerpiece demonstration in the capital city.
Mongolia’s Presidential Election Tightens, Runoff Likely
ULAANBAATAR, Mongolia — Mongolia's presidential election appeared headed for a runoff with the latest vote count early Tuesday showing a business tycoon leading the ruling party's candidate and a nationalist wanting the country to benefit more from its mineral wealth.
