China’s Xi Seeks Expanded Role for Shanghai Cooperation Organization with a Development Bank
Chinese President Xi Jinping said China would accelerate the creation of an SCO development bank Monday at the summit of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization in Tianjin, as he seeks to expand the organization's influence and scope.
Dusit Thani Family Battle Intensifies Before Park Opening
A bitter family dispute has erupted at Thailand's iconic Dusit Thani hotel chain, with two sisters moving to oust their older brother as director.
Israel Kills Hamas Spokesperson as Security Cabinet Meets on Expanding Offensive in Gaza
The Israeli military announced Sunday that it killed a longtime spokesperson for Hamas' armed wing, as the country's security cabinet met to discuss the expanding offensive in some of Gaza 's most populated areas.
Turkish Humanitarians Visit Thai Soldiers Injured by Cambodian Landmines
A Turkish international humanitarian organization has visited injured Thai soldiers along the Cambodia border, expressing concern over the Thai-Cambodia
Arab Tourists Critically Injured in Pattaya Street Racing Crash
Two Arab tourists were critically injured early Saturday morning after crashing into each other while racing motorcycles on a major highway in Pattaya, Thailand.
Trump Blocks $4.9 Billion in Foreign Aid Approved by Congress
President Donald Trump has told House Speaker Mike Johnson that he won't be spending $4.9 billion in congressionally approved foreign aid, effectively cutting the budget
US Revokes Visas of Palestinian President and Other Officials Ahead of UNGA
Secretary of State Marco Rubio has revoked the visas of Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas and 80 other officials ahead of next month’s annual high-level meeting of the U.N. General Assembly
Thai Police Arrest Foreign Teacher for Child Abuse in Class
Police officers read charges and rights to the Indian-American male suspect during his arrest on August 29.
Chinese Victims of Online Sexual Abuse Face Uphill Battle in Finding Justice
A Telegram channel with hundreds of thousands of subscribers that offered revenge porn, hidden-camera videos and other non-consensual content of Chinese women has highlighted gaps in laws protecting victims of sexual abuse in China.
Russian Suspect Fleeing Phuket Caught in Car at Samui Ferry
A Russian fugitive wanted for a cryptocurrency robbery in Phuket was apprehended by police at Koh Samui ferry terminal after attempting to flee the island by car.
