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Profile: Billionaire and former Thai PM Thaksin Shinawatra
One-time telecoms tycoon used his fortune to change Thai politics, but a new generation wants more radical change.
China fines Mintz $1.5m for ‘unapproved’ work after raids on Beijing office
Fine against US consultancy firm comes amid growing concerns over China's openness to foreign investment.
More than 200 Palestinians, nearly 30 Israelis killed so far this year: UN
UN Middle East envoy Tor Wennesland says deaths from violence so far this year are the highest recorded since 2005.
Dubai airport serves 41.6 million passengers, topping pre-pandemic traffic
Dubai International Airport has been the world's busiest international airport for the past decade.
Russia says fighter jet destroys Ukraine ‘reconnaissance boat’ in Black Sea
Defence ministry says Ukrainian vessel attacked by Russian fighter jet near gas production facilities in the Black Sea.
Japan to start releasing Fukushima water from Thursday
Plan to release treated but still radioactive water into the Pacific has drawn criticism from neighbours and fishermen.
North Korea’s Air Koryo makes first international flight since COVID
Flight to Beijing is the latest sign of easing travel restrictions in the isolated state.
Greece to train Ukrainian pilots to fly F-16 jet fighters, Zelenskyy says
Greece fighter pilot training offer comes after Denmark and the Netherlands announced they would supply F-16s to Kyiv.
Can BRICS create a new world order?
Dozens of nations want to join the club as an alternative to the US-led order. But internal fissures could limit BRICS.
Hong Kong bets on crypto as sector’s star dims over crackdowns overseas
The Chinese territory has issued its first licenses for retail crypto trading amid push to cash in on virtual assets.