El Salvador, Taiwan Break Ties, Further Isolating Asian Isle
TAIPEI, Taiwan — Taiwan says it is breaking off diplomatic ties with El Salvador because the Central American country plans to defect to rival...
Dove Enthusiast Broke His Neck During His Tree Climb
(4 June) Police in Nakorn
Ratchasima received reports about a dead body being found on a tree. Upon inspecting the scene, they
found the...
Countries Urge Israel, Palestinians to Commit to a Two-State Solution
PARIS — Sending a forceful message to Israel's prime minister and the incoming Trump administration, dozens of countries called Sunday on Israel and the Palestinians to revive work toward long-elusive peace – including an independent Palestinian state.
Japanese Emperor Naruhito Ascends Chrysanthemum Throne
TOKYO (AP) — Three booming cheers of "Banzai!" rang out Tuesday at the Imperial Palace in Tokyo as Naruhito formally declared his ascension to the Chrysanthemum Throne as the nation's 126th emperor.
Third Woman Alleges Attempted Abduction by Pattaya Cops
PATTAYA — Police in the resort town of Pattaya on Monday confirmed a group of men who attempted to abduct a woman from a street during the weekend were members of the force.
Syrian Father Teaches Daughter to Laugh When the Bombs Fall
BEIRUT (AP) — Abdullah Mohammed would do anything for his daughter, even forcing himself to laugh with her at the sound of bombs to help her overcome her fear.
A Chill Falls Across the Land
BANGKOK — A sure sign of winter? It better not go away too soon.
Activist’s Car Torched, Another Physically Attacked
BANGKOK — A pro-democracy activist’s car was set on fire early Monday by an unknown arsonist after the activist led a protest calling for the impeachment of the Election Commission for its perceived mishandling of the elections.
Marium, Through the Eyes of Those Who Knew Her
Marine animal rescuers have one adage: don’t get attached.
Whether it’s a beached whale or baby turtle, rescue crews know that naming animals or developing...
Country Flags Transform Into Anime Samurai Ahead of Olympics
TOKYKO (Kyodo) — As the postponed Olympics approach next summer, a Tokyo-based content producer is hoping that his project to represent countries and their flags with anime characters donning traditional Japanese garb and posing with swords or other weaponry will help foster greater understanding between nations.
