Taiwan Reaches Major Milestone With First Indigenous Submarine Torpedo Test
Taiwan has now finished its first torpedo test launch from what it says is its very first domestically built submarine. In Taipei, this is being treated as a real technical
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ByteDance Unveils Powerful Multi-Tier AI Plans for Doubao — Is TikTok’s AI Chatbot Going Premium?
In a bid to monetise its artificial intelligence chatbot, ByteDance, the parent company of TikTok, is rolling out paid subscriptions for Doubao. A strategy by Chinese tech giant ByteDance to
FBI Returns 300+ Stolen Roman-Era Artefacts to Italy in Massive Cultural Recovery Operation
Some 337 stolen antiquities were returned to Italy by the United States on April 29, including two from the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), in one of the largest returns
Global Cyberattack Chaos: Universities and Schools Hit in Massive Digital Assault
In the midst of the high-stakes end-of-year season, a cyber attack wreaked havoc on several universities and schools across the United States, Canada and Australia, resulting in disruption, confusion and
Fitch Projects High Oil Prices Through July Due to Extended Hormuz Closure
International credit rating agency Fitch Ratings has upwardly revised its assumptions for global oil prices for 2026 and 2027, sort of yes. This change comes from the higher view that
UK Voters Head to Polls as Prime Minister Starmer Faces Critical Electoral Test
Millions of citizens across the United Kingdom are casting their ballots in what is being described as the most significant election test for Prime Minister Keir Starmer, since his general
Instagram Drops End-to-End Encryption for DMs — Your Private Messages May No Longer Stay Private
Instagram has announced that the end-to-end encryption of DMs will cease to be available from May 8, 2026. The update enables Meta to read and analyse the content of Instagram
Damascus Opera House Celebrates Syria’s Rich Cultural Diversity at Grand Event
On 7th May, a cultural evening was held at Damascus Opera House that included music and folkloric shows to represent Syria’s cultural diversity. The event, called “Images from Heritage,”
Massive DP Protest Erupts in Tirana as 1,200+ Police Deployed Across City
The next national protest is being organised by the Democratic Party today at 19:00, in the ‘Martyrs of the Nation’ boulevard, after it has informed the Tirana Police about the
Meta Pushes to Overturn Explosive Verdict in Social Media Addiction Lawsuit
Social media giant Meta Platforms has requested a Los Angeles judge to dismiss the jury verdict holding the company liable for depression in an unprecedented case on whether the social
France Moves to Return Colonial-Era Treasures Under Powerful New Restitution Law
France’s parliament, on 7th May officially adopted the law aimed at simplifying the process of repatriation of plundered artworks to their home countries. The adoption came amid preparations by
“A Dangerous Shift”: Polish Spy Agency Warns of Growing Youth Radicalization
The ABW issued a warning on 6th May that minors and youth are becoming more vulnerable to extremism online, where information is being disseminated via messengers, social networks, and gaming
Myanmar Military Reclaims Crucial Trade Route to China After 15-Month Campaign
After a long campaign of 15 months, Myanmar’s military say, it has successfully reclaimed a key transportation route up north. This was announced on Thursday, and well, the details sounded
Hungary’s Path to Euro Adoption Could Boost Credit Rating, S&P Reports
The use of euro would definitely improve Hungary’s sovereign creditworthiness if it were to follow meaningful steps toward adoption. The path leading to the single currency may be long, but
Philippines Hosts ASEAN Foreign Ministers Amid Middle East Energy Concerns
Foreign ministers of Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) met in the Philippines on Thursday ahead of the bloc’s highly-anticipated main summit. The meeting is urgent due to the severe
Philippines Declares State of Emergency After Typhoon Kalmaegi’s Devastation
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr declared a state of emergency today following Typhoon Kalmaegi, which claimed at least 114 lives and hundreds of others were lost in central provinces in
US Urges Europe to Fast-Track Moves to Curb Russian Gas and Boost Ukraine Pipelines
U.S. senior officials pressed European partners to accelerate the process of eliminating Russian gas by increasing the pipeline networks regionally and raising American imports of liquefied natural gas in Europe.
German Firms Forecast Modest 0.7% Growth Amid Economic Slowdown
This year, the German economy is projected to stand still following two years of decline, and the German Chamber of Commerce (DIHK) forecasted a sluggish growth of 0.7 percent in
Japan Urges Summit with North Korea to Resolve Abduction Issue, Says Takaichi
Japanese PM, Takaichi Sanae, has mentioned that the government has asked North Korea’s leader, Kim Jong Un, to hold a summit with Japan to solve the abductions of Japanese people.
Zohran Mamdani Triumphs in New York City Mayoral Race: A Historic Victory
Zohran Mamdani, a 34-year-old democratic socialist, emerged as the winner of the New York City mayoral race on 4th November, having ascended very rapidly in the state legislature to become
Trump Blames Government Shutdowns for Election Defeats in the U.S.
Donald Trump has pointed to his nation’s history of high government shutdowns as a cause of a wave of poor election outcomes this week that have come a year into
CIA Chief’s Secret EU Mission: Calming U.S. Fears Over Intelligence Sharing
CIA Director John Ratcliffe made a low-key stop in Brussels this week and met top EU foreign and intelligence officials to send a not-so-subtle message: You can still trust us.
Trump Warns of Military Action Against Nigeria Amid Rising Christian Persecution
On 1st November, U.S. President Donald Trump announced that he had instructed the Pentagon to start planning a possible military intervention in Nigeria since he had increased his criticism that
Seoul Calls on Beijing: South Korea Urges China to Bring North Korea Back to Talks
In an effort to induce North Korea back into negotiations, South Korean President Lee Jae Myung requested Chinese President Xi Jinping to go further with his efforts to convince North
Canada and Philippines Seal Defense Pact to Counter China’s Growing Aggression
To reinforce countermeasures against aggression, the major defense agreement between Canada and the Philippines was signed on 2nd November, officials said, which is the main antagonist of China’s increasingly aggressive
Orbán Seeks Trump’s Help to Shield Hungary from New US Sanctions on Russian Oil
According to the Hungarian Prime Minister, Hungary would collapse economically due to the decrease in Russian oil, since it obtains over four-fifths of its crude oil imports from Russia. The
Rubio Tours US-Led Command Center in Israel Overseeing Gaza Ceasefire Operations
On 24th October, U. S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio visited an Israeli center led by U.S. forces in Israel to manage the Gaza ceasefire, with the Trump administration attempting
PM Mark Carney Predicts Canada Will Double Non-US Exports Amid Shift from American Dependence
Prime Minister Mark Carney has given a target of doubling Canada’s exports to non-U.S. U.S. in the next ten years by claiming that American tariffs are causing an investment goosebumps.
Catherine Connolly Secures Landslide Victory: Ireland Embraces a Left-Wing Vision for the Presidency
Catherine Connolly, an independent leftwing candidate, has won the landslide election and has been confirmed as the next president of Ireland. After getting 63 percent of the first preference votes,
U.S. Slaps Sanctions on Colombian President Over Failure to Tackle Drug Cartels
The US Treasury Department has also imposed sanctions on the Colombian president Gustavo Petro, who is also among the most vocal of international critics of Donald Trump. According to Treasury
UK Supercharges Royal Navy Defenses with New DragonFire Laser System
It was announced on 20th November that Britain had awarded a 316 million pound (413 million dollars) contract to missile company MBDA UK to supply the Royal Navy with DragonFire
Ukraine Bombed a Russian Power and Heat Station in the Moscow Region
On 23rd November, Ukraine used drones to hit a heat and power station in Moscow, causing a large fire and severing heating for thousands of people in one of the
Venezuela Flexes Power: Massive Military Deployment Announced in the Caribbean
Venezuela has declared a significant, national-scale military operation to resist the US naval presence in its waters. On Tuesday, the defence ministry of the country made an announcement of the
Myanmar Strengthens Air Power with New Russian and Chinese Helicopters and Jets
Myanmar claims to have ordered Russian helicopters and Chinese jets into its air force as the two countries proceed with the supply of the military-led government with the equipment, even
Greece Eyes $3.5 Billion Weapons Deal in High-Stakes Talks with Israel
Greece is reportedly seeking to acquire Israeli anti-aircraft and artillery weapons estimated to cost it approximately 3.5 billion US dollars in its modernization of its military forces, reported Reuters on
Doha Deal Signed: DR Congo and M23 Take First Step Toward Peace Amid Unresolved Issues
On 15th November, the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the M23 armed group signed a framework agreement in Doha to establish a framework upon which the two parties would
US Approves $330M Military Equipment Sale to Taiwan Under Trump Administration
On 13th November, the United States gave the Taiwan government a sale of fighter jets along with parts of other airplanes worth 330 million dollars, and this was the first
Colombia Seals $3.1B Deal for 17 Gripen Jets in Landmark Saab Partnership
Swedish military equipment maker Saab announced on 14th November that it has entered into an agreement with the government of Colombia that is worth 3.1 billion euros, or $3.62 billion,
U.S. Supercarrier Heads to Caribbean Amid Rising Tensions with Venezuela
The USS Gerald R. Ford, the largest and latest aircraft carrier of the U.S. Navy is set to arrive in the Caribbean at the beginning of next week, an astronomical
Philippines Launches Major Anti-Invasion Drills in South China Sea
This month, the Philippine forces will conduct anti-invasion exercises in Northern Luzon and the South China Sea to test the capability of the country to fight off threats in the
North Korea & Russia Forge New Military-Political Alliance Talks
On the previous day, North Korean Defense Minister No Kwang-chol received a Russian military delegation, led by Goremykin, the former, and negotiated in an amiable environment, the KCNA announced in
Israeli Forces Launch Widespread Strikes Across Southern Lebanon Targeting Hezbollah
On 6th November, the Israeli military conducted a series of attacks in southern Lebanon claiming that it was acting against Hezbollah as a retaliatory measure against what it termed as
Poland to Educate 400,000 Citizens on Military Readiness, Largest Post-WWII Drive
On November 6, Defense Minister Wladysaw Kosiniak-Kamysz announced what, according to Polish media TVP Info, Poland has declared to be the largest national defense training program in the history of
U.S. to Pull Back Some Troops from NATO’s Eastern Flank, Confirms Romania
The allies of NATO were informed of the United States’ intentions to reduce troops stationed on the eastern flank of Europe, including soldiers that would relocate to the Mihail Kogalniceanu
Nigerian Forces Crush Terror Plots: Dozens of Militants Killed in Major Northeast Operation
The Joint Task Force North East troops, known as Operation Hadin Kai (OPHK), have been able to prevent various terrorist attacks and neutralize major threats in the States of Borno
New Zealand Mega Strike: 100,000 State Workers Rally Nationwide for Fair Pay
In one of the biggest workers strikes in New Zealand history, on 23rd October, 100,000 nurses, teachers, and public sector employees participated in a protest to the government to increase
Violence Erupts in Cameroon: Two Dead, Dozens Arrested Amid Election Crackdown
In Cameroon, the government is cracking down on dissent by murdering at least two people and arresting dozens of demonstrators ahead of the announcement of final results in this month’s
Second Pacific Raid: U.S. Forces Kill Three in Anti-Drug Operation
The US troops have struck a second ship purported to be transporting drugs in the Pacific Ocean as the US campaign against drug smuggling in the seas intensifies. The strike
Tunisian Streets Erupt: Anti-Pollution Protest Turns Violent Amid Growing Frustration
Police showered protesters with tear gas, and many demonstrators and riot police were wounded in the southern Tunisian city of Gabes when thousands of protesters marched on 15th October to
Voices Rise in St. Petersburg: Russians Sing Out Against Putin’s Grip on Power
Hundreds of demonstrators marched to the heart of St Petersburg in a rare display of protest against Russian President Vladimir Putin to sing anti-war protest songs. Young people protested by
Flights Halted as Massive Fire Erupts at Bangladesh’s Largest Airport
Flights from Bangladesh’s largest airport have been suspended following a major fire at the cargo terminal, officials confirmed. Thirty-six fire units were fighting the fire on 18th October, Talha Bin
Chaos and Mourning: Four Dead as Police Open Fire on Raila Odinga Mourners
Four died in Kenya’s capital, Nairobi, as security personnel opened fire and used teargas to scatter large crowds at a stadium where the body of opposition leader Raila Odinga lay
‘No More Trump!’: Trump protesters join forces nationwide
They were lawyers and teachers, fired government workers and military veterans. Students and retirees, children and grandmothers. Coming in swarms around the nation in big cities and small towns, they
At least 24 die as an army paraglider drops bombs on a Myanmar Buddhist celebration.
At least 24 died and 47 were injured while demonstrating against the military government of Myanmar when an army motorised paraglider released two bombs among them, a government-in-exile spokesperson said
Madagascar’s Gen Z protesters clash with police as they demand that the president resign.
Roughly 1,000 protesters marched through the capital of Madagascar on 9th October, having a confrontation with police that used tear gas and stun grenades in an effort to scatter them
Seven Dead Following Twin Earthquakes off Philippines Coast
Two strong offshore earthquakes hit off the coast of the southern Philippines on 10th October and claimed at least seven lives, with towns close to the epicenter experiencing structural damage
Germany to Empower Police to Shoot Down Drones
Germany is to authorize police to shoot down malicious drones such as those that have caused havoc at airports in Europe, and which some European leaders have blamed on a
ICC Denies Duterte’s Release: Judges Warn of High Flight Risk for Former Philippine President
Judges at the International Criminal Court on 10th October denied a petition by former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte to be released from custody, ruling that he was likely to refuse
UN Confirms 91 Deaths in War-Torn Darfur City Amid Ongoing Siege
At least 91 civilians were killed in Sudan’s beleaguered city of el-Fasher in attacks by the paramilitary group Rapid Support Forces, or RSF, over the course of 10 days last
Morocco’s Gen Z Revolution: What’s Fueling the Youth Uprising
Demonstrations in more than a dozen cities have jolted Morocco for a week straight, with the young people behind them showing they can translate digital discontent into a real-world movement
$15 Billion a Week: The Massive Price Tag of U.S. Government Shutdowns
The current shutdown of the US government is the longest ever recorded, and there is no indication of an end in sight; thus, its effects on the economy are increasing.
Indonesia’s Q3 GDP Slows to 5.04% — Government Banks on Year-End Stimulus to Reignite Growth
The economic growth of Indonesia slowed marginally during the third quarter, as the official data released on 5th November revealed, which would pose some difficulty to the government in enhancing
CIA Chief’s Secret EU Mission: Calming U.S. Fears Over Intelligence Sharing
CIA Director John Ratcliffe made a low-key stop in Brussels this week and met top EU foreign and intelligence officials to send a not-so-subtle message: You can still trust us.
European Central Bank Holds Key Rates Steady as Businesses Face US Tariffs
The European Central Bank maintained its key interest rate on 30th October, because inflation is under containment, and European commercial activities are coping with the effects of increased U.S tariffs
PM Anutin Declares: Thailand Poised to Emerge as a Leading Regional Economic Hub After APEC and ASEAN Success
The Prime Minister of Thailand, Anutin Charnvirakul, has reported that the country is making a thunderous comeback to the world arena, having successfully attended global summits. Anutin made an announcement
Hong Kong’s Economy Surges 3.8% in Q3, Signaling Strong Recovery
The Hong Kong economy has been on a continuous growth in the third quarter of 2025, with the real gross domestic product (GDP) increasing 3.8 percent on an annual basis
IMF Forecasts India’s Economy to Grow 6.6% in 2025–26, Outpacing China’s Expansion
According to the World Economic Outlook (WEO) forecast report, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has forecast that India will remain one of the fastest-growing economies in the category of emerging
RBA to Unveil Interest Rate Call, Economic Forecasts
Mortgage holders are not likely to receive a handout this week, as a revitalised inflation is likely to keep the Reserve Bank from reducing interest rates in the near future.
Russian Central Bank Cuts Key Rate to 16.5% Amid Signs of Economic Slowdown
The Russian central bank on 24th October announced that it was reducing the key interest rate to 16.5 percent, 0.5 percent lower than 17 percent. The fourth quarter-point cut is […]
ADB Grows Financial Partnerships to Make Economies Resilient
The ADB has, as of late, undertaken earnest actions to augment its financial capacity and enhance financial integration of the region, such as enhancing its lending potential in collaboration with
China’s Economic Growth Slows as Trade Tensions With the US Flare Up
Economic growth in China cooled in the three months to the end of September, with problems in the property market persisting and trade tensions with the US flaring up. The
China–U.S. Trade Talks Begin in Kuala Lumpur Amid Global Market Tensions
Top economic officials from the U.S. and China wrapped up their first day of talks in Kuala Lumpur on 25th October, with a Treasury spokesperson characterizing them as “very constructive”.
Bilateral Boost: Turkmenistan and Kazakhstan Seal Economic Cooperation Accord
Turkmen President Serdar Berdimuhamedov and Deputy Prime Minister and Chief of Staff of the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan Galymzhan Koishybayev exchanged views on consolidating trade and economic cooperation
‘Wake-Up Call for France’: Economy Chief Reacts to Credit Downgrade
France’s economy minister has called a new reduction in the nation’s credit rating “a wake-up call” for lawmakers to once and for all approve the 2026 budget, as political deadlock
India to post positive export growth during current financial year: Goyal
Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on 18th October said India is likely to post positive export growth during the current financial year despite tension from global trade disruptions and
From Mangled to Masterpiece: Louvre Heist Treasure Fully Restored
When intruders broke their way into the Apollo Gallery at the Louvre and used an angle grinder to cut through the display cases, they stole a hoard of Napoleon jewels.
Mass Evacuation in Morocco as Floodwaters Displace 50,000
The interior ministry announced on 3rd February that over 50,000 individuals had been displaced from their homes in northern Morocco following intense weather and heavy precipitation in the country in
Ancient Silk Road Legacy Remains Vital to Kyrgyzstan’s Cultural Identity, Says Expert
The ancient Silk Road is a significant part of the cultural heritage of Kyrgyzstan that still enhances its collaboration with China and other nations in this sphere, according to a
French Health Watchdog Sounds Alarm Over Vaping’s Heart, Lung and Cancer Risks
Anses, a French government-funded body on public health and food safety, claimed that vaping is perceived as a substitute for smoking but is not risk-free in terms of health. Approximately
UNESCO Revives Global Push to Restore Africa’s Stolen Cultural Heritage
According to ENA, which is a partner of TV BRICS, UNESCO further reiterated that it was firmly committed to the restitution of African cultural heritage, and that the return of
Spain Plans Social Media Ban for Under-16s
Spain is preparing to ban children under 16 from using social media. The government will also require platforms to use strict age checks to make sure young users cannot easily
Storms Bring More Rain and Damage to Europe, While South Africa and Japan Face Extreme Weather
People in Spain and Portugal barely had time to recover from last week’s deadly floods when another storm arrived. Over the weekend, Storm Marta swept across the Iberian Peninsula, bringing
Heritage Conference in Doha Shows Why Culture Matters for the Future
In early December, leaders and heritage experts met in Doha with a simple idea: protecting culture is not only about saving the past. It is also about building a better
Dutch Government Pushes EU-Wide Social Media Ban for Under-15s
Dutch plans to raise the European minimum age of social media to 15 were proposed by the three parties that have made up the new Dutch minority government, as plans
Japan Launches Task Force to Shield Youth from Growing Social Media Risks
In Japan, the Children and Families Agency has established a working group to deliberate on the possibility of regulating social media services to ensure that children are not exposed to
Pakistan Joins Asian Nations Rolling Out Strong Measures to Combat the Deadly Nipah Virus
The Nipah virus is a deadly virus that has claimed many lives, and the authorities in Pakistan have ordered to screen people entering the country more closely for signs of
Scientists Adjust Doomsday Clock 2026 — Here’s What It Means
When the nuclear age began, scientists came up with the Doomsday Clock, a mere message to humanity, a visual representation of the proximity of the world to the brink of
India Tightens the Net: Nipah Outbreak Contained as Health Screenings Rise Across Asia
Two cases in the eastern state of West Bengal confirmed by Indian authorities that they had contained a Nipah virus outbreak, as several Asian countries stepped up health checks and
IIM Nagpur Unveils ZMF 2026: Where Culture, Creativity & Campus Spirit Collide
Nagpur is excited to experience a new youthful energy once more as Zero Mile Fest 2026 (ZMF) 2026, being the annual cultural flagship fest of IIM Nagpur, returns larger, louder
TikTok Resolves Landmark Social Media Addiction Lawsuit Ahead of Trial
TikTok has settled to prevent it from taking part in a historic social media addiction case – a case hours before a jury was set to be selected in California.
