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Mongolia Welcomes Over 60,000 Foreign Tourists in Two Months
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Mongolia Welcomes Over 60,000 Foreign Tourists in Two Months

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In the past two months, Mongolia has seen over 60,000 foreign tourists visit the country. This influx of visitors is significant for Mongolia's...

Feb 16, 2026 12:32 PM 2 min read
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BNP General Secretary says Bangladesh wants good India ties despite Hasina's stay there
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BNP General Secretary says Bangladesh wants good India ties despite Hasina's stay there

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Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir, General Secretary of the BNP (Bangladesh Nationalist Party, the main opposition party that won Bangladesh's most...

Feb 16, 2026 12:00 PM 1 min read
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Karnataka court sentences three men to death for gang rape of Israeli tourist and murder of companion
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Karnataka court sentences three men to death for gang rape of Israeli tourist and murder of companion

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A local court in Karnataka, India, has sentenced three men to death for the gang rape of two women, including an Israeli tourist, and the murder...

Feb 16, 2026 12:00 PM 1 min read
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Azerbaijan announces discovery of 740 Muslim cemeteries in Armenia
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Azerbaijan announces discovery of 740 Muslim cemeteries in Armenia

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Azerbaijan has announced the discovery of 740 Muslim cemeteries in Armenia. The announcement highlights these sites as part of historical Muslim...

Feb 16, 2026 11:09 AM 1 min read
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Two bishops depart Armenia for Austria to attend Bishops’ Synod
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Two bishops depart Armenia for Austria to attend Bishops’ Synod

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Two bishops are leaving Armenia for Austria. They are traveling to attend the Bishops’ Synod. The event is a gathering for bishops. The departure...

Feb 16, 2026 11:07 AM 1 min read
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Armenia's Public Services Regulatory Commission chief finds US modular reactor appealing
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Armenia's Public Services Regulatory Commission chief finds US modular reactor appealing

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The chief of Armenia's Public Services Regulatory Commission has expressed that a US modular reactor seems appealing for the country. This...

Feb 16, 2026 11:06 AM 1 min read
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Border clashes threaten future of ancient temple in Cambodia
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Border clashes threaten future of ancient temple in Cambodia

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Border clashes are leaving Cambodia’s ancient temple facing an uncertain future. The temple, a significant cultural site, is impacted by ongoing...

Feb 16, 2026 10:30 AM 1 min read
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China drops visa requirement for Canadian tourists and business visitors
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China drops visa requirement for Canadian tourists and business visitors

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China has dropped its visa requirement for Canadian tourists and business visitors. This policy change allows Canadians to enter China without...

Feb 16, 2026 09:48 AM 1 min read
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Japanese Government to Contribute 500 Million Yen to Counter Special Fraud in Southeast Asia
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Japanese Government to Contribute 500 Million Yen to Counter Special Fraud in Southeast Asia

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The Japanese government plans to contribute 500 million yen to efforts countering special fraud in Southeast Asia. This initiative addresses what...

Feb 16, 2026 09:39 AM 1 min read
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