Five arrested in Hong Kong over Southeast Asia job scams

HONG KONG: Five Hong Kongers have been arrested for allegedly setting up job scams in which victims were lured to Southeast Asia and then held against their will, police announced on Sunday (Aug 21). In recent months, victims have reported travelling to countries such as Myanmar, Cambodia, Thailand and Laos onContinue Reading

15 dead in northern India after monsoon floods

SHIMLA, India: At least 15 people were killed in India after heavy monsoon rains triggered flash floods and landslides near the Himalayan foothills, authorities said on Saturday (Aug 20). Flooding and landslides are common and cause widespread devastation during India’s treacherous monsoon season. Experts say climate change is increasing the numberContinue Reading