Kim Vows To Build ‘Invincible’ Military While Slamming US
SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — North Korean leader Kim Jong Un reviewed a rare exhibition of weapons systems and vowed to build an “invincible” military, as he accused the United States of creating tensions and not taking action to prove it has no hostile intent toward the North, state media reported Tuesday.
Myanmar’s Suu Kyi Pleads Not Guilty To Breaking Virus Rules
BANGKOK (AP) — Ousted Myanmar leader Aung San Suu Kyi and former President Win Myint pleaded not guilty Monday to violating COVID-19 restrictions, their lawyers said, as the pair were formally indicted after the army seized power.
PM Prayut Plans to Drop Virus Quarantines for Some Tourists
BANGKOK (AP) — Thailand plans to no longer require international visitors from at least 10 low-risk nations to quarantine beginning next month if they are fully vaccinated for COVID-19, the prime minister said Monday.
Thailand to Reopen to Vaccinated Tourists From 10 Countries
BANGKOK — Vaccinated travelers from countries declared to be at a low risk of coronavirus outbreak will soon be able to visit Thailand without having to undergo any quarantine, Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha said on Monday night.
Cops Issue Copycat Warning Over Korean Thriller ‘Squid Game’
BANGKOK — The national police said watching the popular South Korean series “Squid Game” could drive viewers to commit crimes, and hinted at a possible attempt to censor the show.
North Korean Leader Calls for Improved Living Conditions
SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — North Korea said Monday leader Kim Jong Un urged officials to overcome a “grim situation” facing the country and make stronger efforts to improve the food and living conditions of his people.
Taliban Say They Won’t Work with US to Contain Islamic State
ISLAMABAD (AP) — The Taliban on Saturday ruled out cooperation with the United States to contain extremist groups in Afghanistan, staking out an uncompromising position on a key issue ahead of the first direct talks between the former foes since America withdrew from the country in August.
CP Foods wins National Innovation Awards 2021 for Innovative Organizations
National Innovation Agency under The Ministry of Science and Technology, granted National Innovation Awards 2021 in the category of Innovative Organizations to Charoen Pokphand...
Thailand To Be Taken Off UK Coronavirus Red List
BANGKOK — The British government said it will remove Thailand from its “Red List” on Monday, meaning that travelers will no longer be required to undergo expensive hotel quarantines upon their arrival in England.
CIA Creates Working Group on China as Threats Keep Rising
WASHINGTON (AP) — The CIA said Thursday it will create a top-level working group on China as part of a broad U.S. government effort focused on countering Beijing’s influence.
