What Makes Greenland So Appealing That Trump Would Want It?
Associated Press — U.S. President Donald Trump’s decision to cancel a visit to Denmark next month after his offer to buy Greenland was rejected has thrust this ice-covered semi-autonomous Danish territory into the spotlight. Here’s a look at what makes it special.
Shanghai Makes Strides Toward Becoming Global E-sports Center
SHANGHAI (Xinhua) — This summer has seen an explosion in the popularity of e-sports in China's international metropolis of Shanghai, which is striving to build itself into a global e-sports center.
Ties to China Shape Cautious Reaction to Hong Kong Protests
For Canada and the European Union, they are a “situation.” For President Donald Trump, a potential stumbling block in ongoing trade disputes. And for...
Digital Driver’s Licenses Legal From Sept.
BANGKOK — Drivers and motorcyclists will be allowed to pluck out their phones and show cops a digital driver’s license starting Sept. 20.
Physical licenses...
Palace Helps Rescue 13 Great Danes from Starvation
PATHUM THANI — A palace aide sent by King Rama X helped to transport 13 starving Great Danes rescued by an animal welfare organization to a hospital Wednesday.
Preparations in Place for Pope’s Visit to Thailand: Vatican Source
BANGKOK — Arrangements are being prepared in expectation of an official visit to Thailand by Pope Francis this November, according to a Vatican source.
Pope...
Die-Hard Hong Kong Protesters Defend Tactics as Unity Cracks
HONG KONG (AP) — On a recent sweltering Saturday, a day now reserved for protest in Hong Kong, a demonstrator named Wayne stepped past...
China’s Lin Dan Suffers Earliest Exit at Badminton Worlds
BASEL (Xinhua) — Five-time winner Lin Dan suffered his shocking defeat at the World Badminton Championships as he was beaten in the second round by India's H.S. Prannoy here on Tuesday.
Trump Cancels Denmark Visit Because He Can’t Buy Greenland
WASHINGTON (AP) — Two days after he said buying Greenland wasn’t a top priority, President Donald Trump canceled an upcoming trip to Denmark, which owns the mostly frozen island, after its prime minister dismissed the idea.
15 Foreigners Awarded for Introducing China to the World
BEIJING (Xinhua) — A total of 15 foreign writers, translators and publishers won China's top publication prize for introducing China and Chinese culture to the world at a ceremony held on Tuesday.
