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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The number of people living in acute poverty worldwide has reached an estimated 1.2 billion, marking the first increase in the global poverty index since its introduction in 2010, according to the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP). The findings appear in the 2026 edition of the annual Multidimensional Poverty Index report, jointly produced by the […]
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Saudi Arabia’s Energy Minister, Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman, has called for a serious response following a series of deadly attacks attributed to Yemen’s Houthi movement, including reported strikes targeting Riyadh airport and other locations across the kingdom. Speaking at an energy conference in Riyadh, the minister highlighted the gravity of the recent developments and stressed […]
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India has stepped up security across New Delhi and imposed transportation restrictions ahead of major demonstrations demanding the resignation of the country’s election chief over allegations of irregularities in voter registration. The planned protests have intensified political tensions, bringing renewed attention to electoral transparency, democratic accountability and the right to peaceful assembly. The demonstrations were […]
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