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US-backed Forces in Syria Say Russians Attacked Their Position

PENTAGON — U.S.-backed forces in Syria's eastern Deir el-Zour province say Russian forces struck their position in a field recently captured from Islamic State militants. Fighters with the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) said...

Japan opens scholarship for Filipino professionals

The Japanese government, through the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), is accepting applications for its scholarship program, as it supports capacity building of Filipinos. “By helping build the capacity of Filipino professionals,...

North Korea claims US has declared war, US responds

UNITED NATIONS — North Korea's Foreign Minister Ri Yong Ho said Monday the United States has declared war on his country and Pyongyang would take counter-actions if threatened, including shooting down American...

Trump Slaps Travel Restrictions on N. Korea, Venezuela in Expanded Ban

WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump on Sunday slapped new travel restrictions on citizens from North Korea, Venezuela and Chad, expanding the list of countries covered by his original travel bans that have...

Trump Issues More Threats Against N. Korea

UNITED NATIONS — U.S. President Donald Trump has responded to insults from North Korea's foreign minister with more threats. "Just heard Foreign Minister of North Korea speak at U.N. If he echoes thoughts...

‘The Vietnam War’ Draws Muted Official Response in Hanoi

WASHINGTON — Until this week, the Vietnamese government has remained silent about the release of The Vietnam War, which premiered in the U.S. after a big buildup. In Vietnam’s lively online sphere, many commentators...

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