Thailand
17 Thai hostages freed by Hamas return home to families’ joyous tears
Six more freed Thais are still in an Israeli hospital for check-ups, while nine are still in captivity.
Bangladesh
Bangladesh transport workers feel the heat from political opposition’s strikes, blockades
2023-11-30More than 200 buses and other vehicles have been torched in arson attacks coinciding with hartals launched by the BNP.
Pacific
Samoa wanted Chinese tourists – it got a dreamer and grifters instead
2023-11-29Finance minister who took part in unauthorized launch of cryptocurrency exchange was replaced in September.
Philippines
Philippines, communist rebels agree to resume peace talks
Leaders on both sides announced an agreement was reached last week in Norway.
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