Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu is set to undergo hernia surgery
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office says the Israeli leader will undergo surgery on Sunday for a hernia.
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Singapore, Indonesia await start-up investors’ return, as Malaysia eyes regional launch pad status
This year, Southeast Asia’s start-ups are expecting some of that money to return, but it may be looking to make safer bets, business experts warn.
Will China’s fourth aircraft carrier steer towards troubled waters in Asia and challenge the US Navy?
There had been no delays or bottlenecks in the construction of the new carrier, Yuan said. His comments were the first confirmation of China’s efforts to build its fourth aircraft carrier, commonly known as the Type 004.
Japan rail operator gives up plan to launch maglev train in 2027
TOKYO (Kyodo) -- Central Japan Railway said Friday it has given up its plan to launch a new high-speed maglev train between Tokyo and Nagoya in 2027, amid long-running environmental disputes.
China’s gambling hub of Macao holds its its final horse race, ending a tradition of over 40 years
MACAO (AP) — After more than 40 years, Macao’s horse racing track hosted its final races on Saturday, bringing an end to the sport in the city famous for its massive casinos.
Dutch hostage situation in nightclub continuing, three released, police say
A hostage situation in a nightclub in the eastern Dutch town of Ede was continuing on Saturday, and three people have been released, police said in a statement.
Investor Tribeca presents Glencore with ideas to raise shareholder value – How it may unfold
Business: Switzerland-based Glencore PLC produces and markets a diverse range of metals and minerals, including copper, cobalt and zinc. It also markets aluminum/alumina and iron ore from third parties. The company is a producer and marketer of coal, with mines in Australia, Africa and South America. In addition, Glencore also markets crude oil, refined products and natural gas. The company physically sources commodities and products from its global supplier base, and it sells them to customers all over the world, transporting commodities by sea, rail and truck. Further, Glencore is involved in the recycling of copper and precious metals.
The ‘Night Government’ Expands Its Violent Reach in Rohingya Camps
They could not worship freely. The authorities denied their very existence and razed evidence of their historical communities. Then came a campaign of ethnic cleansing that forced them to flee to a foreign country where they crowded into bamboo-and-tarp shelters. There they have waited years for a better life.