Africa’s latest Ebola outbreak is raising growing concern as Nigeria confirms its first case and Kenya reports its ninth, highlighting the urgent need for stronger regional cooperation, rapid detection and effective public health measures. The case in Nigeria, Africa’s most populous country, was identified in a woman who travelled from Uganda to the capital, Abuja. […]
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The world’s most powerful storm of 2026 is moving towards Taiwan and the eastern coast of China, raising concerns over destructive winds, heavy rainfall, flooding and widespread travel disruptions. Super Typhoon Champi, with maximum reported winds reaching 245 kilometres per hour, has triggered precautionary measures across several coastal regions as authorities prepare for potentially dangerous […]
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ndonesian authorities are investigating 98 corporate cases linked to forest and land fires, with police confirming possible involvement by foreign entities, including parties from neighbouring countries, as worsening haze continues to raise concerns across the region. National Police Chief General Suyudi Ario Seto said the Criminal Investigation Agency (Bareskrim) is working to establish who was […]
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French President Emmanuel Macron is facing growing political pressure following violent protests across France that left nearly 1,000 police officers and gendarmes injured, with thousands of arrests reported amid clashes, looting and fires. The unrest, which began with demonstrations over the rising cost of living, escalated into some of the most serious urban violence the […]
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US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has embarked on a diplomatic mission to Central Asia and India, with a clear focus on strengthening commercial partnerships, expanding American economic influence and competing with China and Russia for strategic opportunities in the region. The visit comes at a time of heightened international tensions, with Washington dealing with […]
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Southeast Asia is facing renewed environmental concerns as fires in Indonesia contribute to worsening haze, prompting the Asean Specialised Meteorological Centre (ASMC) to activate its highest regional alert level for transboundary haze. The Alert Level 3 announcement signals a high risk of severe haze spreading across national borders, raising concerns about air quality, public health […]
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China has responded with a pointed invitation to White House Press Secretary Katie Zacharia, suggesting she visit the country more often after her controversial remarks about its public facilities sparked a diplomatic exchange. The comments came less than a week after she began her new role, drawing fresh attention to the already complicated relationship between […]
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Two senior leaders of India’s youth-led Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) have reportedly been remanded to five days of judicial custody following their alleged trespassing at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi, according to a statement shared by the party. CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke announced on social media that Ashutosh Ranka and Saurav Das had been sent […]
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Malaysia should require major foreign e-commerce platforms, including Temu and Pinduoduo, to establish local offices and provide stronger support for consumers and businesses, according to opposition MP Mas Ermieyati Samsudin. Speaking during the debate on Budget 2027 in the Dewan Rakyat, the Masjid Tanah MP called for stricter requirements for overseas online marketplaces that generate […]
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India’s youth-led Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) has challenged a police crackdown in New Delhi, saying key leaders were detained after entering Jantar Mantar, a landmark site long associated with public demonstrations and political dissent. The incident has intensified attention on restrictions surrounding protests and growing demands for accountability in the country’s electoral process. The developments […]
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