World - South Asia
Japan Finds Pesticide in Frozen String Beans from China
Oct 16, 2008, 11:00 pmImported Chinese string beans in Japan have been found to contain high amounts of dichlorvos, a restricted-use pesticide.
North Korea Threatens to Cut Ties with South
Oct 15, 2008, 10:00 pmDestitute North Korea on Thursday threatened to end all relations with South Korea.
Turkey's Military Rejects Criticism Over PKK Attacks
Oct 15, 2008, 2:00 pmTurkey's powerful generals rejected criticism over the deaths of 17 soldiers in a raid by Kurdish rebels.
Pakistan's Zardari Looks to China for Support
Oct 15, 2008, 12:00 pmPresident Zardari reached trade deals with China, hoping that Beijing would help through difficult economic times.
Cambodia Warns Thailand Again in Border Spat
Oct 13, 2008, 7:00 amCambodia accused Thailand of trying to send troops across their disputed border, warning that such a provocation could eventually lead to "large scale conflict."
NATO Not Losing Afghan War, Commander Says
Oct 12, 2008, 9:00 amCommander says NATO not losing war against the Taliban, but there are not enough troops to provide sufficient security for the people.
NATO, Afghan Troops Kill 65 Taliban Overnight
Oct 12, 2008, 2:00 amAfghan and NATO-led forces killed 65 Taliban militants near the provincial capital of the southern province of Helmand.
Malaysia Prime Minister to Step Down Next March
Oct 9, 2008, 2:00 amMalaysia’s Prime Minister announced he will not defend his presidency in the forthcoming UMNO party election next March.
Foreigners in Pakistan on High Alert in Aftermath of Marriott Bombing
Oct 8, 2008, 4:00 amIn the wake of the Marriott bombing last month and rising security concerns, foreigners are leaving Pakistan.
Protesters Demand Dissolution of Thai Parliament
Oct 7, 2008, 11:00 amClashes between Thai police and protesters turn violent.
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