ALTYN-EMEL NATIONAL PARK, Kazakhstan, April 3 - With a loud thwack of their wings, the falcons took flight, quickly soaring high above the rocky desert landscape of Altyn-Emel National Park in southeastern Kazakhstan.
Defence equipment would be divided into the categories of “weapons” and “non-weapons”.
DUBAI, April 3 - After more than a month of being stalked by targeted assassinations, Iran's leadership has adopted a new tactic to show it is still in control - with senior officials walking openly in the streets among small crowds who have gathered in support of the Islamic
Cheng Li-wun, chairwoman of Taiwan’s main opposition Kuomintang (KMT), plans to visit mainland China from April 7-12. Cross-Strait dialogue is crucial for managing tensions, which have risen sharply over the past decade, and the KMT has long played an important role in
WASHINGTON — One year after President Donald Trump announced his now-illegal “Liberation Day” tariffs, he marked the anniversary by signing executive orders adjusting duties on pharmaceuticals and metals as Democratic critics slammed economic fallout from Trump’s trade
PARIS, April 3 - A container ship belonging to French shipping group CMA CGM has passed through the Strait of Hormuz, MarineTraffic vessel tracking data shows, in a sign that Iran may not consider France a hostile nation.
Ma is under disciplinary review and supervisory investigation, according to a notice from China’s Central Commission for Discipline Inspection.
A 2022 study found that women are more likely to be targeted.
Industry analysts say it is the first time the SAT-1 serotype has been detected in China.
Mr Ma Xingru was placed under investigation for “severe violations” of unspecified laws and party discipline.
The shortage comes amid a price hike for plastic goods, driven by surging oil prices due to the Middle East conflict.
Silicon Valley futurist Roy Amara famously observed in the 1970s that we “tend to overestimate the effect of a technology in the short run and underestimate the effect in the long run.” That insight—later dubbed “Amara’s Law”—has since traveled far beyond the realm of
Discover how bhajan clubbing is transforming devotional music in India.
The law allows for the execution of Palestinians convicted on terror charges for deadly attacks.
Foreigners can expect a 300 baht (S$11.80) fee when flying into Thailand.
Indonesia's Foreign Ministry warned of “significant challenges” during the repatriation process.
As I prepared the March issue of the Gulf Economic Diplomacy Update for the Anwar Gargash Diplomatic Academy in Abu Dhabi, I was reminded of a folk tale from my native Bulgaria, loosely translated as “The Hardship Lesson.” Two young brothers must step in for their father,
Tomahawk missiles are a centrepiece of Tokyo’s new strategy of equipping itself with long-range strike capabilities.
A portion of the ceiling fell onto the airport’s waiting chairs..
Due to the extent of damage, the deceased have not been identified.
KYIV, April 3 - President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said the frontline situation for Ukraine was the best in 10 months, adding that Kyiv's troops had foiled a Russian offensive last month.
Southern regions have been in full bloom since late March.
TOKYO — As US President Donald Trump’s tariffs and military adventurism chip away at the dollar’s credibility, the privilege may be all China’s. The reference here is to the phrase coined by France’s finance minister in the 1960s, Valery Giscard d’Estaing, to criticize the
Local media reported Mr Kim as saying households rearing pets are increasing in the nation.
Hundreds of service stations had run out of diesel nationally and over a hundred were without unleaded petrol.
BEIJING, April 2 - Negotiations between Afghanistan and Pakistan are advancing steadily, China said on Friday following reports that the South Asian neighbours were meeting there to try to end their worst conflict since the Taliban returned to power in 2021.
The sudden absence of Middle Eastern visitors, combined with airspace disruptions, has laid bare the sector’s vulnerability.
Tencent Video described it as a “24-hour happiness hub specially designed for your furry kids".
Some monitors recorded pollution levels 60 times higher than WHO's recommended exposure.
The court will also hear submissions on costs in the lawsuit brought by the unit against the former premier.
Evidence of hoarding and profiteering among large and medium-sized oil traders has been found.
Malaysia's Transport Minister said progress on the railway link has not been affected by the Middle East conflict.
There were 3,108 electric vehicle registrations in March, up from 921 in February.
These days, it seems that if NVIDIA needs something to be secured, it writes a US$2 billion check. Synopsys in December. CoreWeave in January. Lumentum and Coherent on the same March Monday. Nebius the following week. Marvell days ago. The pattern is so metronomic it resembles
Australia, which imports 90 per cent of its fuel, has experienced localised shortages and seen prices soar.
The impact is being felt across India’s textile industry, which employs around 45 million people, with American buyers withholding orders or demanding steep discounts.
State-owned energy giant Pertamina raised domestic jet fuel prices by an average 70 per cent.
Two villages, including hundreds of buildings, were demolished in March.
The public is advised to take care of their health by avoiding prolonged outdoor work or activities.