Mudslide disrupts rescue of 53 missing in China mine collapse
There were no reports of any casualties in the mudslide. Coal is a major source of energy in China but its mines are among the world’s deadliest, largely due to lax enforcement of safety standards, despite repeated government orders for improvements in safety over the years. Inner Mongolia is aContinue Reading
4 dead, 49 missing in China mine collapse
“We must make every possible effort to rescue the missing persons and treat the injured,” Xi said. Premier Li Keqiang also demanded a quick investigation into the cause of the collapse. Coal is a major source of energy in China but its mines are among the world’s deadliest, largely dueContinue Reading
Myanmar’s Tamils maintain legacy in the face of upheaval
Many of Mynamar’s Tamil population maintain deep roots in the country, with family history stretching back generations. Forced to flee discrimination and political upheaval, they grapple with nostalgia and juggle bi-cultural identity living in India
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Bodies found in plane wreck on Philippines volcano
All four people on board the light plane are confirmed dead by search authorities.Continue Reading
No appointment for driving permit
People can apply for an international driving permit without making an appointment, says the Department of Land Transport (DLT).Continue Reading
Female hostage released in Papua New Guinea, negotiations continue: Police
SYDNEY: A female hostage, one of four people held captive by an armed group in the remote Papua New Guinea highlands, was released and negotiations are continuing for a “peaceful resolution” to the situation, the Pacific island nation’s police commissioner said. A group of archaeology researchers, including a professor workingContinue Reading
Researchers discover new orchid species
Researchers from the Prince of Songkla University have discovered a new species of orchid, Aphyllorchis periactinantha, found at the Paribatra waterfall in the southern province of Songkhla.Continue Reading
Democrats call on ex-leaders to help with campaign
Three former Democrat Party leaders will be roped in to assist in the party’s election campaign with a suggestion that one, Abhisit Vejjajiva, be nominated as the Democrats’ prime ministerial candidate alongside its leader, Jurin Laksanawisit.Continue Reading
Gruesome deaths in South ‘drugs-linked’
NARATHIWAT: At least 10 people were involved in the murder of four victims whose bodies were found in Narathiwat’s Waeng district this week, the provincial police force said yesterday.Continue Reading
Local bodies want power devolved
Three local government groups are calling on the government to fully decentralise power to local authorities.Continue Reading