DSI: Enough Evidence to Charge Official Over ‘Billy’ Abduction
BANGKOK — The Department of Special Investigation announced earlier this week that it will challenge the prosecutors’ decision to drop charges against four men allegedly involved in the presumed killing of a Karan land rights activist.
Namibia Tackles Virus Through ‘Lessons and Learning’
WINDHOEK (Xinhua) — Namibia has taken swift actions to curb the spread of COVID-19 and learned to handle challenges amid the pandemic, Health and Social Services Minister Kalumbi Shalunga has told Xinhua.
Pompeo Says China Poses Tougher Threat Than Soviet Union
WASHINGTON (Kyodo) — Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said Wednesday that the United States views the threat posed by China as "much more difficult" to counter than that presented by the Soviet Union during the Cold War, citing Beijing's economic clout among other factors.
‘One of Us’: South Asians Celebrate Harris as VP Choice
CHICAGO (AP) — Two words summed up Tamani Jayasinghe’s exuberance for the first Indian American and Black woman to run for vice president: “Kamala Aunty.”
Facebook Beefs up Anti-Misinfo Efforts Ahead of US Election
OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) — Beginning Thursday, U.S. Facebook users who post about voting may start seeing an addendum to their messages -- labels directing readers to authoritative information about the upcoming presidential election.
Japan, Singapore to Ease COVID-19 Travel Restrictions From Sept.
TOKYO (Kyodo) — Japan and Singapore agreed Thursday to ease travel restrictions implemented in response to the novel coronavirus pandemic from September, targeting businesspeople and expatriates.
Thailand to Exempt Chinese Fruit Traders From Virus Travel Ban
BANGKOK (Xinhua) — Thailand's Center for COVID-19 Situation Administration (CCSA) announced on Monday that its panel had decided to allow fans to attend sports events, as well as allow Chinese traders to enter Thailand for fruit export.
Kamala Harris’ Selection as VP Resonates With Black Women
DETROIT (AP) — China Cochran met Kamala Harris at a campaign event in Detroit last year and was swept away by her ambition, charisma and leadership. She hoped the California senator would advance in politics.
Putin Announces Russia Has Developed Coronavirus Vaccine
MOSCOW (AP) — Russia on Tuesday became the first country to clear a coronavirus vaccine and declare it ready for use, despite international skepticism. President Vladimir Putin said that one of his daughters has already been inoculated.
CCTVs of Deadly Shootout at Gambling Den Found Destroyed
BANGKOK — Destroyed security cameras were discovered Monday among the stash of gambling equipment close to an illegal casino where four people were killed last week, including a policeman.
