An investigation by The Daily Beast has shown that multiple right-wing media outlets in the US published articles by a “Middle East expert” that doesn’t actually exist. The author was part of a network...
World’s first ‘gold-plated’ hotel opens in Hanoi, Vietnam
Tourism isn’t top of the agenda for the Vietnamese government at the moment, as it tries to keep COVID-19 under control. But, a new hotel has just opened in the capital, Hanoi, that will present a golden...
Authorities warn of more heavy rain in Japan as dozens die in floods
In Japan, at least 50 people have been killed and several are missing following recent flooding and mudslides. Tens of thousands of rescue workers are taking part in search operations after heavy rain lashed large parts...
Google, Facebook among tech firms suspending Hong Kong requests for user data
Technology giants including Google, Facebook and Twitter have temporarily stopped processing requests from Hong Kong authorities for access to user data, after a new national security law was implemented. The new...
Melbourne locks down as community transfer soars
Australia’s second-largest city will re-enter lockdown for six weeks on Wednesday after Melbourne recorded 191 new cases in one day. Locals will not be allowed to leave homes except for essential supplies, exercise...
UK-China Relations: US sanctions to hit Huawei
US sanctions designed to restrict the ability of China’s Huawei to source advanced microchips for 5G equipment is likely to have a significant impact on the reliability of the supplier, Britain’s culture...
Italian film composer Ennio Morricone dies aged 91
Oscar-winning Italian composer Ennio Morricone, known for writing soundtracks for spaghetti westerns such as “The Good, the Bad and the Ugly,” dies at the age of 91