🇨🇳 China Strikes Gold in Dramatic Opening to Asian Beach Games
Team China starts the Asian Beach Games in Sanya with a golden splash, winning the inaugural aquathlon and dominating in beach handball on the opening day.
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Crucible Drama: Robertson Edges Pang, Vafaei Cruises Past Si
Neil Robertson and Hossein Vafaei advance at the World Snooker Championship, setting up thrilling second-round clashes.
Trump Warns UK: Drop Tech Tax or Face ‘Big Tariffs’
President Trump threatens the UK with major tariffs if it doesn’t drop its tax on US tech companies like Apple and Google, escalating a transatlantic trade dispute.
Israel-Lebanon Truce Extended Amid Rising US-Iran Tensions
A Israel-Lebanon truce is extended for 3 weeks as the US takes a firm ‘no rush’ stance on Iran, amid military deployments and tough rhetoric.
Malaysia Acts to Shield Economy from Iran Conflict Ripples
Malaysia unveils new support measures for businesses as regional tensions from the Iran conflict threaten economic stability across Asia.
Ex-ROK President Faces 30-Year Sentence in Historic Treason Case
ROK special counsel seeks a 30-year prison term for ex-President Yoon Suk-yeol over drone infiltration into the DPRK.
EU Approves Massive €90B Loan for Ukraine, Tightens Sanctions on Russia
The EU approves a €90 billion loan for Ukraine’s 2026-27 needs and a new sanctions package targeting Russia’s energy sector, signaling a dual strategy of support and pressure.
Hope on the Move: Congolese Refugees Begin Journey Home
A group of 470 Congolese refugees voluntarily returned from Burundi to the DRC this week, marking the start of a major UN-supported repatriation program.
Trump Announces Ceasefire Extension Between Israel and Lebanon
U.S. President Donald Trump announces a three-week extension to the fragile ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon, with plans for high-level talks at the White House.
Why Rebeca Grynspan Could Be the UN’s Next Leader
Rebeca Grynspan emerges as a potential candidate for UN Secretary-General, bringing a strong development focus and a call for renewed global solidarity to the forefront.