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As India locked down last year, locals turned to Korean dramas, spurring a jump in sales of Korean food, makeup, music.
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Fossil of land-roaming whale species found in Egypt
Prehistoric whale, known as semi-aquatic because it lived on land and sea, showed signs of an accomplished hunter.
SoftBank ventures into Saudi Arabia in a deal with wealth fund
SoftBank has partnered with Saudi Arabia's sovereign wealth fund and plans to expand into the Middle East and Africa.
Taliban fighters make themselves at home in Dostum’s mansion
Fighters occupy glitzy Kabul mansion of one of their fiercest enemies: strongman and fugitive ex-VP Abdul Rashid Dostum.
China economy slowed in August, raising fears for global recovery
As China's economy slows due to lockdowns and property curbs, fears grow over knock-on effect for global growth.
Lebanon’s military gives tourists helicopter rides to raise cash
Lebanon's struggling military is trying to make much-needed money by selling helicopter tours to tourists.
A month after Kabul’s fall, Taliban stares at humanitarian crisis
Daunting problems for the group as it seeks to convert its lightning military victory into a peacetime government.
Hong Kong activists jailed for joining peaceful Tiananmen vigil
Nine activists sentenced to between six and 10 months in jail while three others were handed suspended sentences.
Macau casino stocks plunge as gov’t kicks off consultation
A gov't proposal to revise the city's gaming laws spooked investors already slammed by Beijing's recent crackdown.
North and South Korea both test missiles as tensions rise
South Korea says it conducted its first underwater-launched ballistic missile test, hours after North fired missiles.
Haiti crisis deepens after prime minister sacks prosecutor
Removal came hours after Prime Minister Ariel Henry was named a suspect in the assassination of the country's president.
Californians vote to keep Democratic governor Gavin Newsom
With more than 60 percent of the votes tallied, TV networks said two thirds of voters opposed recall.
Ninth time lucky? Hopes for decision in Jakarta filthy air case
Citizens who brought landmark pollution case hope judges will deliver verdict when they sit again on Thursday.
US general called China over fears Trump could order war: Report
New book reveals information of the last months of Trump's presidency including General Milley's two calls to Beijing.
Taiwan lands fighters on highway as annual war games reach peak
President Tsai praises combat skills and training, saying they demonstrate confidence in defending island's airspace.
China’s UK ambassador banned from parliament over sanctions
Zheng Zeguang was due to speak at an event on Wednesday, but speakers said it was 'inappropriate'' for him to attend.
Thailand: Migrants plead for vaccines as COVID takes lives, jobs
Workers living on the Thai-Myanmar border say latest COVID-19 surge is putting their lives and livelihoods in jeopardy.
Greece probes crash that killed witness in Netanyahu trial
Former Israeli communications ministry official was expected to testify on allegations ex-PM bribed company.
Taliban broke promises on rights: Outgoing Afghan envoy to UN
Andisha says 'women’s rights are disappearing from the landscape' and accuses the group of 'widespread atrocities'.
Israel, Egypt leaders meet to de-escalate Gaza tensions
Talks focused on Egypt’s efforts to maintain calm in the occupied Palestinian territories and support for Gaza.