At least 162 dead in Myanmar jade mine collapse caused by landslide: A ‘preventable tragedy’
In this photo released from Myanmar Fire Service Department, rescuers carry a recovered body of a victim. YANGON, July 3…
Iran reports accident at ‘inactive’ nuclear site, no casualties
TEHRAN, July 3 (NNN-AGENCIES) — Iran’s nuclear body said an accident had taken place on Thursday at a construction site…
Update: Death toll from Myanmar jade mine landslide rises to 113
Rescuers attempting to locate survivors after a landslide at a jade mine in Hpakant, Kachin state YANGON, July 2 (NNN-AGENCIES)…
At least 50 dead in Myanmar jade mine landslide
Jade miners take photos at the mud pond where more than 50 people were killed in collapse, in Hpakant, Kachin, …
At Least 50 Killed, Many Feared Missing In Jade Mine Landslide In Myanmar
YANGON, July 2 (NNN-MNA) – Bodies of at least 50 jade scavengers have been recovered, while many others are still…
Retail Stores In Japan Start Charging Shoppers For Plastic Bags
TOKYO, July 2 (NNN-NHK) – Starting July 1 (yesterday) Japanese businesses and retailers throughout the country began charging a small…
US House moves to toughen sanctions over Hong Kong law
WASHINGTON, July 2 (NNN-AGENCIES) — The US House of Representatives agreed unanimously to seek tough sanctions on Chinese officials and…
UN Security Council adopts resolution on COVID-19
The United Nations headquarters in New York UNITED NATIONS, July 2 (NNN-XINHUA) — The United Nations Security Council has adopted…
New Zealand Health Minister Resigns Amid Criticism Of Dereliction Of Duty
WELLINGTON, July 2 (NNN-BERNAMA) – New Zealand Minister for Health, David Clark, announced today, he decided to resign as a…
Singapore GE2020: Special Voting Hour For Singaporeans On Stay Home Notices And Unwell Voters
SINGAPORE, July 2 (NNN-CNA) – Singaporeans serving stay-home notices (SHN), will be able to leave their homes to vote at…