A powerful tropical storm has struck the northern tip of Queensland, bringing dangerous winds, heavy rainfall and powerful ocean swells that are already testing the resilience of remote coastal communities. Authorities are warning residents that this cyclone could deliver some of the strongest winds the region has experienced in many years. Severe Tropical Cyclone Narelle […]
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North Korea has issued a stark warning over the annual South Korea-US military exercises, with Kim Yo Jong, the influential sister of leader Kim Jong Un, cautioning of “terrible consequences.” This statement comes just weeks after Pyongyang appeared to end hopes for a diplomatic thaw with Seoul. Seoul and Washington launched their springtime military drills, […]
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Tens of thousands of people took to the streets around the world this Sunday, as International Women’s Day sparked passionate calls for gender equality and peace. From Paris to Madrid, Istanbul to Rio de Janeiro, demonstrators marched to demand women’s rights, denounce gender-based violence, and call for an end to conflict in the Middle East. […]
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World leaders are responding cautiously to US President Donald Trump’s latest international initiative: a “Board of Peace” that invites countries to pay US$1 billion (RM4.05 billion) for a permanent seat. Analysts say the plan resembles a pay-to-play version of the United Nations Security Council, raising eyebrows across the globe. The White House reportedly reached out […]
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Spain is in shock after a tragic collision between two high-speed trains in Andalusia, leaving 21 people dead and more than 70 injured. Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez described it as a “night of deep pain” for the nation. The accident occurred Sunday evening near Adamuz, as a Malaga-to-Madrid train derailed and crossed onto the opposite […]
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Venezuela is looking toward a “new era” of politics and reconciliation, according to interim President Delcy Rodriguez, following the dramatic ouster of former leader Nicolas Maduro by US forces on January 3. At her first press conference since Maduro’s capture, Rodriguez presented herself as a unifying figure, signaling hope for a more tolerant and inclusive […]
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Qatar has issued a stark warning over rising tensions between the United States and Iran, emphasizing that any military escalation could have devastating consequences for the Middle East. The caution came after Washington hinted at potential strikes in response to Iran’s recent crackdown on nationwide protests. “We understand that any escalation… would have catastrophic results […]
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Costa Rica is grappling with a shocking security alert just days before its national elections. Authorities revealed yesterday that a plot to assassinate President Rodrigo Chaves was uncovered, highlighting rising tensions as the Central American nation heads to the polls. Jorge Torres, head of the Directorate of Intelligence and National Security, confirmed that a “confidential […]
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The Trump administration has released new federal nutrition guidelines urging Americans to reduce highly processed foods and added sugars—but also surprisingly recommending red meat and full-fat dairy, foods that many nutrition experts have previously advised limiting. The updated guidance emphasizes protein more heavily than previous editions, presenting a flipped-pyramid visual that places meat, dairy, and […]
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The Cuban government has strongly condemned a US operation in Venezuela that resulted in the deaths of 32 Cuban nationals, all reportedly members of Cuba’s armed forces and intelligence services, during an attempt to capture Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro. In an official statement released on Sunday, Havana expressed profound grief and announced two days of […]
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