South Korean prosecutors interrogate former intelligence chief Cho Tae-yong over involvement in ousted President Yoon's failed martial law bid
South Korean prosecutors mounted a significant escalation in their ongoing judicial reckoning …
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Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps launches retaliatory missile strike against American air base following alleged United States attack on Iranian communications hub
The Middle East has slid closer to the brink of an open, uncontrolled military conflict after …
byCherriton David
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Kuwait air defense systems intercept major multi-pronged missile and drone attacks following nationwide emergency alerts and sirens
The state of Kuwait was plunged into a state of intense national anxiety early Monday morning …
byCherriton David
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Quad Nations Convene in New Delhi as Strategic Pivot Targets Regional Stability Amid Global Turbulence
NEW DELHI — The top diplomats from the United States, Japan, Australia, and India gathered in th…
byCherriton David
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A Historic Return: Former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra Released on Parole Amid Emotional Scenes in Bangkok
In a moment that has sent shockwaves through the political landscape of Southeast Asia, Thaila…
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TRAGEDY AT THE HOTEL INDIGO: AMERICAN TOURIST DIES IN TWENTY-NINTH FLOOR PLUNGE AT HONG KONG BOUTIQUE HOTEL AS SEVEN PEDESTRIANS SUSTAIN INJURIES FROM SHATTERED DEBRIS IN THE BUSTLING WAN CHAI DISTRICT
The morning calm of Hong Kong’s vibrant Wan Chai commercial district was shattered on Monday, …
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China Orders Province-Wide Shutdown of Fireworks Factories After Deadly Hunan Explosion
Chinese authorities have ordered an immediate suspension of operations at all fireworks manufa…
byCherriton David
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Indonesia and Japan Sign Landmark Defense Arrangement to Bolster Regional Security
JAKARTA — In a move that signals a significant deepening of security ties in the Indo-Pacific, I…
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Former First Lady Kim Keon-hee Appeals 4-Year Sentence in Corruption Case
SEOUL — South Korea’s former First Lady, Kim Keon-hee, formally filed an appeal with the Supre…
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Prime Minister Takaichi Urges Maritime Security in Hormuz as First Japanese Tanker Pierces Naval Blockade
TOKYO — Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi held a high-stakes telephone consultation with …
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China Taps Belgium as "Bridge-Builder" to Ease European Union Trade Tensions Amid Diplomatic Thaw
BEIJING — In a high-stakes diplomatic push to stabilize its deteriorating economic relationshi…
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Taiwan’s Economy Shatters Records with 13.7% Growth Fueled by Global Artificial Intelligence Dominance
TAIPEI — Taiwan’s economy has surged to its fastest growth rate in nearly forty years, defying…
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Taiwan Signs $6.6 Billion US Arms Deals as Defence Cooperation Deepens
Taiwan has signed six major arms procurement agreements with the United States worth approxima…
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Bangladesh Prioritises Sovereignty and Mutual Respect in Foreign Policy, Says Foreign Minister at Antalya Forum
Bangladesh has reaffirmed its commitment to a foreign policy rooted in national interest, sove…
byCherriton David
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North Korea Test-Fires Tactical Ballistic Missiles as Regional Tensions Persist
North Korea on Monday confirmed that it conducted a test launch of five short-range Hwasongpho…
byCherriton David
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Philippine Army Reports Killing of 19 Suspected Rebels in Negros Occidental Clash
The Philippine Army on Monday announced that at least 19 suspected members of an anti-governme…
byCherriton David
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South Korean parliament approves supplementary budget to cushion economy from Mideast conflict impact
South Korea’s parliament has approved a massive supplementary budget aimed at cushioning the ec…
byCherriton David
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China Calls for Ceasefire in Middle East, Urges United Nations Caution Amid Strait of Hormuz Tensions
Beijing — China on Tuesday called on the warring parties in the Middle East to “demonstrate si…
byCherriton David
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