Trump heralds US pullout from Iraq, Afghanistan
Washington---US President Donald Trump will announce further troop withdrawals from Iraq and Afghanistan in the next few days, a senior administration official said Tuesday......»»
Trending tickers: Trump Media, Tesla, Bitcoin and DS Smith
Former US president Donald Trump’s media firm, Trump Media & Technology Group, had a successful stock market debut in New York, with shares soaring past.....»»
Trump to face jurors in April before facing US voters in November
Republican strategists say voters have grown accustomed to Donald Trump's norm-shattering behavior, but a guilty verdict could hurt his ability to win over swing voters who decide elections.....»»
Phl booters eye revenge vs Iraqis
After a close loss to Iraq in Basra, embattled Philippines aims to see its upset plans through on familiar grounds when it faces the Asian power again tonight in the FIFA World Cup Qualifiers at the Rizal Memorial Stadium......»»
Saintfiet confident, hopes for ‘miracle’ as PH men’s football team hosts Iraq
Hoping to take advantage of playing at home, the Philippine men's football team targets a breakthrough win in the joint qualifiers of the FIFA World Cup and AFC Asian Cup as it battles favored Iraq.....»»
Pinoy booters bow to Iraqis
New-look Philippines put up its best effort against powerhouse home team Iraq but ended up empty-handed in a 0-1 defeat in the FIFA World Cup Qualifiers Thursday night in front of a 63,750-strong crowd at the Basra International Stadium......»»
Executioner
Earlier this week, Trump adviser Peter Navarro finally stepped into jail......»»
Why Trump May Benefit from Truth Social Stock Market Merger
A recent study has shed light on the negative effects of excessive screen time on children’s development. Researchers have found that children who spend extended.....»»
Asian qualifying results for 2026 FIFA World Cup
BEIJING, March 22 (Xinhua) -- Following are Thursday's results in Asian qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the United States, Canada and Mexico: Group A At Doha Qatar bt Kuwait 3-0 At Abha, Saudi Arabia Afghanistan tied India 0-0 Group B At Tokyo Japan bt DPR Korea 1-0 At Yangon Myanmar tied Syria 1-1 Group C At Seoul South Korea tied T.....»»
Philippines bows down to Iraq in FIFA Qualifiers
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Mohanad Ali scored a late goal for Iraq that sent the Philippines to the bottom of Group F in the FIFA World Cup 2026 and AFC Asian Cup Qualifiers on Friday, March 21 (March 22, Manila Time) at the Basra International Stadium in Iraq. With the defeat, the Philippines’ chances to.....»»
Philippines booters face Iraq foes
Debuting Belgian coach Tom Saintfiet aims to harness the trademark Filipino fighting heart as new-look Philippines resumes its FIFA World Cup Qualifiers drive Thursday (today in Manila) against fancied Iraq on the road in Basra......»»
Pakistan Accused of Killing Eight Women and Children in Afghanistan Air Strikes
A local company based in the region has recently been recognized as one of the fastest-growing businesses in the area. The company has shown significant.....»»
Afghanistan: Aid Cutbacks, Taliban Abuses Imperil Health
(New York) - The sharp reduction in foreign assistance for Afghanistan's public health system, alongside the Taliban's serious abuses against women and girls have jeopardized the right to health for millions of Afghans, Human Rights Watch said in a report released today. The healthcare crisis has made the Afghan population increasingly vulnerable to severe malnutrition.....»»
Xinhua Asia-Pacific news summary at 1600 GMT, Jan. 21
KABUL -- Four people onboard a Russian plane that crashed in Afghanistan's airspace on Saturday were found injured on Sunday, local officials said. (Afghanistan-Plane Crash) - - - - JAKARTA -- At least two people died and 16 others were injured after the bus they were on rolled five meters down a highway in Central Java on Sunday, according to local police. The crash took place in Pemalang Regency.....»»
Xinhua Asia-Pacific news summary at 1600 GMT, Jan. 21
KABUL -- Four people onboard a Russian plane that crashed in Afghanistan's airspace on Saturday were found injured on Sunday, local officials said. (Afghanistan-Plane Crash) - - - - JAKARTA -- At least two people died and 16 others were injured after the bus they were on rolled five meters down a highway in Central Java on Sunday, according to local police. The crash took place in Pemalang Regency.....»»
Afghanistan: Taliban Schools Also Failing Boys
(London) - The Taliban's abusive educational policies in Afghanistan are harming boys as well as girls and women, Human Rights Watch said in a report released today.The 19-page report, "'Schools are Failing Boys Too': The Taliban's Impact on Boys' Education in Afghanistan," documents Taliban policies and practices since they took over the country in August 2021 that.....»»
Women s Rights Activists Under Attack in Afghanistan
Zhulia Parsi. Neda Parwani. Manizha Sediqi. Parisa Azada.These are four women's rights activists arbitrarily detained by the Taliban right now. Remember their names. But please also remember that there are many more in custody who have not been named.When the Taliban regained control of Afghanistan in August 2021, their intent to suffocate the rights of women and girls became immediately apparent. Protest.....»»
Pakistan: Widespread Abuses Force Afghans to Leave
(New York) - Pakistani authorities have committed widespread abuses against Afghans living in Pakistan to compel their return to Afghanistan, Human Rights Watch said today.Police and other officials have carried out mass detentions, seized property and livestock, and destroyed identity documents to expel thousands.....»»
FIFA World Cup Asian qualifying group standings
BEIJING, Nov. 22 (Xinhua) -- Following are the group standings of the 2026 FIFA World Cup Asian Zone qualifiers after Tuesday's matches (tabulated under teams, matches played, won, drawn, lost, goals for, goals against, points): Group A Qatar 2 2 0 0 11 1 6 Kuwait 2 1 0 1 4 1 3 India 2 1 0 1 1 3 3 Afghanistan 2 0 0 2 1 12 0 Group B Japan 2 2 0 0 10 0 6 DPR Korea 2 1 0 1.....»»
FIFA World Cup 2026 Asian qualifying 2nd stage standings
BEIJING, Nov. 20 (Xinhua) -- Following are the group standings of the FIFA World Cup 2026 Asian Zone qualifying tournament second stage ahead of Tuesday's matches (tabulated under teams, matches played, won, drawn, lost, goals for, goals against, points): Group A Qatar 1 1 0 0 8 1 3 India 1 1 0 0 1 0 3 Kuwait 1 0 0 1 0 1 0 Afghanistan 1 0 0 1 1 8 0 Group B Japan 1 1 0 0 5 0 3.....»»
FIFA World Cup Asian qualifying group standings
BEIJING, Nov. 22 (Xinhua) -- Following are the group standings of the 2026 FIFA World Cup Asian Zone qualifiers after Tuesday's matches (tabulated under teams, matches played, won, drawn, lost, goals for, goals against, points): Group A Qatar 2 2 0 0 11 1 6 Kuwait 2 1 0 1 4 1 3 India 2 1 0 1 1 3 3 Afghanistan 2 0 0 2 1 12 0 Group B Japan 2 2 0 0 10 0 6 DPR Korea 2 1 0 1.....»»