Nation Multimedia Taken Over By Far-Right News Corp
BANGKOK — An ultraconservative news agency said Sunday that it has acquired the media conglomerate behind Thailand’s No. 2 English-language newspaper to “rescue” it from insolvency.
Philippine Volcano Explodes, Authorities Raise Alert Level (Video)
MANILA — The Philippines' most active volcano exploded thunderously Monday, sending a huge gray column of lava fragments, ash and steam into the sky and prompting authorities to warn that a violent eruption may be imminent.
Trial in Kim Jong Nam’s Murder Resumes in Malaysia
SHAH ALAM, Malaysia — The trial of the two women accused of killing the estranged half brother of North Korea's leader has resumed after a seven-week recess, with witnesses taking the stand to verify the authenticity of security camera footage showing the attack.
Two Israelis Arrested at Airport Over ‘Mafia’ Hit on Samui
BANGKOK — Two Israeli men were arrested Monday morning at Don Mueang International Airport for what police say was a mafia-style hit on a compatriot the day before.
Deferring Election to 2019 a Conflict of Interest: Activist
BANGKOK — Anti-corruption activist Srisuwan Janya on Monday urged junta leader Gen. Prayuth Chan-ocha to exercise his absolute power to stop the junta-appointed legislature from deferring promised elections by 90 days.
Vietnam Jails Former Oil Execs in High-Profile Graft Case
HANOI, Vietnam — A former oil executive has been sentenced to life in prison and a former high-ranking Vietnamese government official has received a lengthy prison term in a major corruption case.
Among Rohingya, Refugee Squalor Can Seem Better Than Home
DHAKA, Bangladesh — Both Bangladesh and Myanmar insist the repatriations of Rohingya Muslims will go smoothly, with thousands of refugees who fled their homes in terror just a few months ago crossing the border back into Myanmar and returning safely to their villages.
‘Asian Hiddink’ Sparks Rare Success for Southeast Asian Team
KUALA LUMPUR — Southeast Asian soccer is making positive news for a change with historic performances at the continental under-23 championships, spearheaded by a coach nick-named "The Asian Hiddink."
Bombing at Market in Yala Kills 3, Injures 18
YALA — Police say three people have been killed and 18 injured by a bomb that exploded in a market in southern Thailand.
Greeks Rally Over Name Dispute With Neighbor Macedonia
THESSALONIKI, Greece — Tens of thousands of flag-waving Greeks gathered in the northern city of Thessaloniki on Sunday to demand that Macedonia change its name because it's also the name of the Greek province of which Thessaloniki is the capital.
