Putin’s China Visit Marks Renewed Assurance, Russia-Watcher Says
Russian President Vladimir Putin’s plan to travel to China demonstrates a confidence that his authority is stronger than
2023-08-30 07:58
Super Typhoon Saola Brings Heavy Rain to North Philippines
Super typhoon ‘Saola’ is expected to make landfall on the Philippines on Wednesday, having already drenched parts of
2023-08-28 17:56
Libya Suspends Foreign Minister After She Met Israel Counterpart
Libya suspended its foreign minister after she and her counterpart from Israel had what Israeli officials described as
2023-08-28 15:48
Vietnam PM Fighting for Future as Economy Lags Growth Target
While disagreements are common between elected leaders and central bankers, they’re unusual in one-party, Communist-run nations. When they
2023-08-28 15:48
Gabon Shuts Off Internet, Imposes Curfew as Bongo Seeks New Term
Gabon blocked internet access during elections held Saturday that is likely to see President Ali Bongo extend the
2023-08-27 04:58
Brazil’s Congress Gives Final Approval to Lula’s Fiscal Plan
Brazil’s lower house of congress approved new fiscal rules on Tuesday, finalizing legislation meant to shore up public
2023-08-23 22:56
China’s Xi Attends BRICS Dinner But Skips Business Forum
Chinese President Xi Jinping attended a leaders’ dinner hosted by his South African counterpart on Tuesday after skipping
2023-08-23 07:19
Thaksin Returns From Exile After Deal With Former Thai Foes
Back in 2008, the last time Thaksin Shinawatra stepped foot in Thailand, he was adored among the nation’s
2023-08-22 13:24
Lira Lifesaver Became $124 Billion Gamble That Haunts Turkey
As the lira was approaching a decade of continuous losses, Turkish policymakers hit on an idea that promised
2023-08-21 17:49
Fitch Makes Case for Why Netanyahu Won’t Doom Israel Economy
When Fitch Ratings issued an optimistic report on Israel last week, it defied growing conventional wisdom that the
2023-08-21 16:23
China Deepens Espionage Crackdown Targeting Spies for the CIA
China is intensifying a crackdown on alleged spies for the US, saying it found another case of an
2023-08-21 13:19
North Korean Hackers Take Aim at US-South Korean Joint Military Drills
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un oversaw the test-launch of a strategic cruise missile from a naval vessel,
2023-08-21 10:18