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Politics
Palestinian state only solution to Middle East unrest: Saudi ambassador to U.S.
DAVOS: The topic of normalization of relations with Israel cannot not be discussed as long as Israeli forces continue to kill Palestinian civilians, the Saudi ambassador to the United States has said. “The Kingdom has continuously extended a hand for peace, but when we look at the other hand, which…
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South Asia
Pakistan recalls its ambassador from Iran after airstrikes, asks Iranian envoy not to return for time being
By Nasir Aijaz The AsiaN Representative ISLAMABAD: Following Iran’s violation of Pakistani airspace, Pakistan has recalled its ambassador from Iran and asked the Iranian ambassador, currently visiting his country, not to return to Islamabad for the time being. “Pakistan has decided to recall its ambassador from Iran and that the…
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People
Man puts on makeup, women’s clothes to impersonate girlfriend in recruitment exam
NEW DELHI: A man was caught after he posed as a female candidate to take an exam at a Punjab university. The man wore lipstick, makeup, salwar kameez, and bangles as he appeared as a woman for a health workers’ recruitment exam, conducted by the Baba Farid University of Health…
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Politics
Post Jokowi’s leadership succession
By Eddy Suprapto AsiaN Reporter JAKARTA: Immortality is just a fantasy. It turns out that the only thing that remains is opinion. Through the changing seasons, time changes. Power also has limits. In October 2024, President Jokowi’s leadership will end after ruling two general elections and cannot be re-elected. The…
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Politics
Only school in DMZ holds graduation ceremony amid heightened inter-Korean tension
PAJU: Tensions have escalated amid tit-for-tat military moves between the two Koreas along the border, but life goes on as usual for the students of Daeseongdong Elementary School, the only school inside the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ). Five sixth-graders wearing the Korean traditional clothing, hanbok, enjoyed their unforgettable moment with parents…
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Business
The ABCs of Sustainable Development Goals and Sudan’s situation XII
Goal 11: Make cities inclusive, safe, resilient and sustainable By Dr. Hassan Humeida KIEL, GERMANY: Goal 11 is about making cities and human settlements inclusive, safe, resilient and sustainable. The eleventh goal of the Sustainable Development Goals seeks to support urban rural living in ways that keep pace with modern…
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Politics
The Two Faces of the Taliban: Crossing checkpoints in Afghanistan
Editor’s Note: The Taliban, an Islamic extremist armed group, has ruled Afghanistan twice (1996-2001 and 2021-present). The Taliban’s first term in power in Afghanistan was marred by tyranny that suppressed all freedoms. The Taliban, who started their second term in power in 2021, say they are different from the way they…
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People
We will listen carefully and humbly to all members’ opinions: JAK new President Park Jong-hyun
SEOUL: Park Jong-hyun was elected as the 49th President of the Journalists Association of Korea (JAK) on December 11 has started his two-year tenure amid firm commitment to honor his pledges. “I had an indescribable feeling the moment I heard the news of my election,” Park said. “More than joy,…
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Politics
UN Chief calls for peace, climate action in New Year message
NEW YORK: United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has called for global unity to make 2024 a year for “building trust and hope” following the immense suffering, violence, and climate chaos that characterized 2023. “Humanity is strongest when we stand together. 2024 must be a year for rebuilding trust and restoring…
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Culture
Mumbai Poetry Festival: Celebrating 20 years of Poetrywala
By Ashraf Aboul-Yazid, President, Asia Journalists Association MUMBAI: The name Poetrywala was suggested by Dilip Chitre and the logo was designed by him after translating into English Hemant Divate’s first book of poems Choutishiparyantchya Kavita (Poems till 34 years of age) as Virus Alert. In 2003, there were no publishers…
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