As Southeast Asia welcomes Trump, it battles headwinds unleashed by him
As Southeast Asia welcomes Trump, it battles headwinds unleashed by him Southeast Asia and its ‘China Plus One’ supply chain are feeling the fallout from the US trade war. A…
Russia-backed arson attack ringleaders handed hefty jail sentences in UK
Russia-backed arson attack ringleaders handed hefty jail sentences in UK Prosecutors said the two young defendants planned a ‘sustained campaign of terrorism and sabotage’ backed by Russia’s Wagner Group mercenaries.…
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,339
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,339 Here are the key events from day 1,339 of Russia’s war on Ukraine. A ground crew marshaller guides a Russian Tu-95MS nuclear-capable…
Thailand’s Queen Mother Sirikit dead at 93: Palace
BREAKINGBREAKING, Thailand’s Queen Mother Sirikit dead at 93: Royal Palace Former Queen Sirikit, mother of Thailand’s current King Maha Vajiralongkorn, passed away on Friday night, the palace said. By News…
Trump administration investigating China’s compliance with 2020 trade deal
Trump administration investigating China’s compliance with 2020 trade deal The probe comes as the US government seeks additional leverage against Beijing amid escalating trade tensions. US President Donald Trump meets…
Lithuania shuts airports, Belarus border crossings after balloon sightings
Lithuania shuts airports, Belarus border crossings after balloon sightings Move to close Vilnius, Kaunas airports and border comes after helium balloons drifted into the country’s territory. German Patriot air defence…
Nearly two-thirds of South Sudanese children in child labour: Report
Nearly two-thirds of South Sudanese children in child labour: Report Study finds that rates soar to 90 percent in some regions as humanitarian crises compound childhood exploitation. Climate change, the…
Nigeria replaces top security officials days after coup plot denial
Nigeria replaces top security officials days after coup plot denial Move by Nigeria’s president comes after army denied rumours of coup plot amid reports military officers were arrested. Nigeria’s President…
US sanctions Colombia’s President Gustavo Petro, escalating Trump feud
US sanctions Colombia’s President Gustavo Petro, escalating Trump feud The sanctions come as Petro and Trump clash over immigration, drug policy and US strikes on boats in international waters. Colombian…
US deploys aircraft carrier amid hardening stance towards Venezuela
US deploys aircraft carrier amid hardening stance towards Venezuela The Trump administration has carried out a serious of provocative moves that point towards possible military action. The USS Gerald R.…