Thousands join anti-govt rally in Bangkok

BANGKOK, Sept 19 (BBC): Protesters have begun gathering in the Thai capital Bangkok, in what organisers hope will be the largest anti-government demonstration so far.The city has seen weeks of almost-daily rallies calling for the prime minister's resignation.Some are also urging reforms to the monarchy, despite the risk from the...

Global call for boosting UN system amid 75th anniversary

UNITED NATIONS, Sept 19 (Xinhua): Ahead of the high-level meeting to commemorate the 75th Anniversary of the United Nations, a group of prominent former government and UN leaders are calling for strengthening the UN system.In an open letter - A Time for Renewal: Calling for a Strengthened Multilateral System -...