Asia
South Korean court sentences ex-first lady Kim Keon Hee to jail for bribery by Unification Church
The court cleared Kim, the wife of ex-President Yoon Suk Yeol, who was ousted from office last year, of charges of stock price manipulation and violating the Political Funds Act.
Top Chinese military official under investigation for leaking nuclear secrets to US - WSJ
Atomic scientists set 'Doomsday Clock' closer to midnight than ever
Three ISIS-K terrorists arrested in plot targeting Israeli embassy in Baku
Death toll from Vietnam tourist boat accident climbs to 38
The accident took place around 2 p.m. local time on Saturday, soon after Typhoon Wipha entered the South China Sea.
Armenia, Azerbaijan hold substantive talks to end four decades of conflict
Armenia and Azerbaijan have been at loggerheads since the late 1980s when Nagorno-Karabakh broke away from Azerbaijan.
Ancient wooden tools uncovered in China shed new light on early human diet, cognitive abilities
The tools include digging sticks made of pine and hardwood, hooks for cutting roots, and small, pointed implements for extracting edible plants from the ground.
An emotional exploration in Uzbekistan
Uzbekistan offers modern transportation, including domestic flights, modern, high-speed trains, and regular trains from the Soviet days.
Iran looks to Asia while holding firm in nuclear talks with US - analysis
Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi had just returned from the fourth round of discussions with a US delegation in Muscat on Sunday. Many things have happened since then.
Trump reasserts US role in South Asia with ceasefire between India, Pakistan - opinion
Trump’s verbal praise of both leaders for choosing 'common sense and great intelligence' reflects diplomatic acumen and acknowledges the precarious balance both nations must navigate.
Here you definitely won't encounter Israelis: The most isolated country in Central Asia opens up
Turkmenistan launches a digital visa system, canceling invitation letter requirements. The gas-rich republic aims to develop new income sources and showcase its unique natural treasures and heritage.
China Gold Demand Surges Amid Tariff Shock and Stock Market Slump
Gold demand soars across Asia as new U.S. tariffs rattle markets and trigger a stock sell-off. Investors rush to gold as a shield against uncertainty and economic turmoil.
UN warns window to find Myanmar quake survivors closing, death toll climbs towards 3,000
The epicenter was about 17.2 km from the city of Mandalay, which has a population of about 1.2 million, according to USGS.
Exploring the majestic Buddhist temples and heritage sites in northern Thailand
With almost 1,000 islands and 2,400 km. of coastline, Israelis flock to the beaches in large numbers all year round, enjoying the ultimate relaxation together with amazing cheap food experiences.
