Echoes of Bagram: Moazzam Begg returns to Afghanistan
Human rights advocate Moazzam Begg returns to Afghanistan to battle demons and champion justice in the shadow of war.
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Quad needs to protect vulnerable undersea cables
Submarine cables have existed under the seas for over 200 years. The telecommunications and internet connectivity cables provide are crucial for a country’s development and stability. Cables are optimal due to their reduced latency and bandwidth.
Man dies on Thailand-Germany flight after ‘cold sweats’ and losing ‘litres of blood’
A 63-year-old man has died during a Lufthansa flight after losing “litres of blood’ in a scene that terrified passengers.
Japan’s Fujitsu got billions from UK government despite Post Office scandal
Fujitsu Ltd. has held more than £3.4 billion (US$4.3 billion) of active contracts with parts of the British state including the Bank of England since 2019, despite its role in the UK’s Post Office scandal.
Myanmar junta enforces mandatory military service for young people
Myanmar’s junta has declared mandatory military service for all young men and women, state media said on Saturday, as it struggles to contain armed rebel forces fighting for greater autonomy in various parts of the country.
Aide of Pakistan ex-PM Khan says party aims to form government, calls for peaceful protests if election results not released
Candidates backed by former Pakistani premier Imran Khan’s party plan to form a government, a senior aide to the jailed politician said on Saturday, calling on supporters to peacefully protest if final election results were not released.
Manhattan or Pulau Rhun? In 1667, Nutmeg Made the Choice a No-Brainer.
The isles of Manhattan and Pulau Rhun could hardly be farther apart, not just in geography, but also in culture, economy and global prominence.