Japan court orders government to pay damages for forced sterilizations under now-defunct eugenics law
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Southwest Airlines adopts 'poison pill' to fend off activist Elliott Management
Southwest Airlines said Wednesday that it has adopted a shareholder rights plan, more commonly known as a "poison pill," in response to activist Elliott Management's investment in the airline and push to oust CEO Bob Jordan and Chairman Gary Kelly.
‘Indisputable sovereignty’: Philippines’ UN filing reignites Sabah dispute with Malaysia
The historically complex dispute, which can be traced back to colonial-era agreements, has significant political and economic implications for both nations given the region’s considerable oil and gas resources.
China says India has no right to develop contested border region
India has no right to carry out development in the area China calls South Tibet, China's Foreign Ministry said on Wednesday in response to a Reuters report on New Delhi's plans to speed up hydropower projects in the border state.
UN-led meeting in Qatar with Afghan Taliban is not a recognition of their government, official says
ISLAMABAD (AP) — A United Nations-led meeting held in Qatar with the Taliban on increasing engagement with Afghanistan does not translate into a recognition of their government, a U.N. official said Monday.
France's Macron wanted to leave his mark on Europe — he may have just ruined his legacy
French President Emmanuel Macron's failed snap election gamble is likely to take a large toll on his political ambitions and legacy, analysts say — and to weaken the power and influence he has sought to build in Europe in recent years.
Thursday Briefing: What’s at Stake in Britain’s Elections
Britain goes to the polls today after a campaign that featured the same ingredients as other elections across Europe and the Americas: frustrated voters eager to reject the status quo, a deeply discredited government and a dash of populism — in this case, represented by the insurgent candidacy of Nigel Farage.
South Korea air hub Incheon takes off as casino destination
SEOUL -- South Korea's Incheon is becoming a bigger entertainment destination in its own right with the latest casino resort in a city known for one of Asia's busiest international airports.