China aggressively building islands on reefs claimed by Philippines
China is reportedly proceeding with the construction of artificial islands on at least two reefs, which are claimed by the Philippines, despite Beijing promising to end some work soon. Mayor Eugenio Bito-onon of Kalayaan Islands, which falls under Philippine’s control, said that he saw... read more »
Pakistan mourns for victims of deadly Taliban church attacks Share on Faceb...
LAHORE, Pakistan — Pakistan is mourning for the victims of a pair of Taliban suicide bombings that struck two churches the day before, killing 15 people, and minority Christians have blocked roads in protest over the attacks. Pakistani shipping minister and Christian community leader, Kamran... read more »
PM Modi offers prayers at Sri Maha Bodhi tree in Sri Lanka
Accompanied by Sri Lanka’s President, Maithripala Sirisena, Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived here and offered prayers at the sacred Sri Maha Bodhi tree. He also stopped at the Buddhist temple in the historic north-central city. Worshippers believe that the Sri Maha Bodhi Tree has grown... read more »
Death toll rises to 7 after Bangladesh cement factory collapse
DHAKA, Bangladesh — The death toll from the collapse of the roof of a five-story cement factory in Bangladesh rose to at least seven Friday, a government official said. M. Jahangir Alam, the local chief government administrator in Mongla in Bagerhat district where the accident happened... read more »
