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‘Unconventional’ war with Iran may never see a winner: Both sides are creating, and experiencing, pain
The United States and Iran remain locked in a protracted conflict marked by economic sanctions, asymmetric attacks, and no clear military victor six months after…
Devastating Mudslide Hits China-Nepal Border, Leaving Hundreds Missing
A massive mudslide caused by an ice-avalanche struck the China-Nepal border region, destroying key infrastructure and leaving hundreds missing, including numerous foreign nationals and pilgrims.…
Six Months After Strikes on Iran Began, Some Effects Now Apparent
Six months after launching military strikes against Iran, the United States and Israel face a stalemate with ongoing disruptions to global oil shipping and no…
Dalian meeting further boosts APEC cooperation
Senior officials at the third Senior Officials’ Meeting of APEC in Dalian emphasized strengthening cooperation on artificial intelligence, free trade, and regional economic integration ahead…
Western nations demand more while offering less
The 2026 UN Sustainable Development Goals Report reveals that global progress on sustainability targets is faltering amid declining aid, with official development assistance dropping sharply,…
APEC eyes need for standards to cover AI
APEC Sub-Committee on Standards and Conformance representatives met in Dalian to discuss harmonizing regulatory standards for AI and clean energy across member economies. Their efforts…
Faces of Britons Missing in Nepal
A catastrophic flash flood triggered by a glacier collapse swept through Nepal's Rasuwa valley, killing at least 389 people and leaving over 1,000—including 33 British…
Iran urges UN to denounce US sanctions
Iran has urged the United Nations to condemn the United States’ expanded sanctions targeting its key economic sectors, labeling them as unlawful and harmful to…
'Butcher of Bosnia' Mladic dies at 84
Ratko Mladic, the Bosnian Serb military leader convicted of genocide and war crimes during the 1990s Balkan wars, has died in a prison hospital in…
Japan urged to mend strained relations
A senior Chinese official urged Japanese lawmakers during a rare parliamentary visit to Beijing to take concrete actions to mend strained China-Japan relations, emphasizing adherence…
Fears grow ‘time bomb’ second flood is imminent
Nepal is at risk of a second catastrophic flood after a glacier collapse-triggered disaster killed over 389 people and left more than 1,400 missing, including…
Trump claims a win in Hormuz, for how long?
On August 1, President Donald Trump canceled a planned large-scale U.S. aerial strike against Iran, signaling a shift away from direct military action. This decision…
Tourists' Fury at Sky Piece on Jailed Imran
The broadcast of an interview with Imran Khan’s sons during the Pakistan vs. England Test match's lunch break caused the Pakistan Cricket Board to threaten…
Lake Ontario gets Trump make-over
President Donald Trump signed an executive order renaming Lake Ontario as "Lake America" amid escalating trade tensions between the United States and Canada. The change…
Regime change in Iran? Why it could actually work this time
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced "Operation Economic Outcast," a campaign to tighten sanctions on Iran by targeting its remaining oil exports and trading partners,…
Life in Kyiv after four years of war
Kyiv endures frequent missile and drone attacks while maintaining everyday life through adapted security measures and active commercial and social scenes. This ongoing resilience highlights…
Valley of death: Himalayan trek to a tsunami of terror
At least 35 Australians are missing after a massive glacier collapse triggered a deadly flash flood in Nepal’s Himalayan border region, destroying villages and infrastructure.…
Terrifying wave of mud and water becomes a global tragedy
A massive landslide-triggered flood struck northern Nepal and southern Tibet, causing extensive destruction, multiple deaths, and leaving over a thousand people missing across both regions.…
Iran's ‘deadly serious’ plot to kill Barron Trump
A US counterterrorism expert has warned that Iran may attempt to assassinate Barron Trump, son of former President Donald Trump, following a state television video…
Panic in Tehran as economy worsens
Panic buying and protests have intensified in Iran as the economy worsens due to U.S. sanctions, war-related damage, and disrupted fuel supplies. These pressures deepen…
CIA boss warns Kremlin against attack on NATO
CIA Director John Ratcliffe made a covert trip to Moscow to warn Russian officials against potential military aggression towards NATO countries and to discuss regional…
Ukraine war takes deadly turn
Russia has intensified missile and drone attacks on multiple Ukrainian cities, causing at least 16 deaths and significant damage to civilian infrastructure, including hospitals, schools,…
Sarajevo hunters’ code for human prey
Wealthy European hunters are alleged to have paid Serbian fighters to carry out sniper attacks on civilians during the 1990s siege of Sarajevo, using the…
Religious pilgrims from Canada were in building swept away by deadly Nepal-Tibet floods
A flash flood caused by a probable glacial collapse devastated the Nepal-Tibet border region, destroying infrastructure and leaving at least 1,500 people missing, including over…
Qatari PM visits Tehran in bid to relaunch stalled diplomatic efforts
Qatar’s Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani visited Tehran to push for renewed diplomatic talks between the United States and Iran and to…
Infantino: FIFA president’s future with organization in doubt with election looming
FIFA President Gianni Infantino is facing growing challenges to his leadership after a controversial $4.2 billion deal granting investors a stake in FIFA’s commercial division…
Ukraine’s drone attacks leave Russia scrambling for oil imports
Russia has purchased 200,000 barrels of gasoline from Turkey and increased imports from Belarus to address severe fuel shortages caused by Ukrainian drone attacks on…
US Threatens Sanctions to Isolate Iran Economically
The United States has launched "Operation Economic Outcast," a sanctions campaign targeting countries and entities that maintain trade with Iran to economically isolate Tehran and…
Nord Stream Bombing Suspect Arrested While Consulting on Film
Croatian authorities have arrested Volodymyr Zhuravlev, a Ukrainian suspect linked to the 2022 sabotage of the Nord Stream gas pipelines. This arrest highlights ongoing multinational…
Panama Canal to Reduce Shipping Due to El Niño Drought
The Panama Canal Authority will reduce daily vessel transit limits from 36 to 34 on September 3, and further to 32 by September 15, due…