India’s Mega-Zoo Faces Scrutiny Over Controversial Endangered Animal Imports
India’s Vantara zoo faces global scrutiny for importing over 2,000 endangered species amid fears of illegal wildlife trade.
China Eases Export Curbs on Nexperia Chips, Offering Relief to Global Auto Industry
China grants export exemptions for Nexperia chips, easing auto industry shortages amid ongoing tensions with the Netherlands over chipmaker control.
Russian Ka-226 Helicopter Crashes in Dagestan, Killing Four in Dramatic Beach Attempt
Russian Ka-226 helicopter crashes in Dagestan during failed beach landing, killing four employees of a military plant. Fire engulfs building after impact.
Malaysia Migrant Boat Tragedy: At Least Seven Dead, Dozens Missing
At least seven migrants die after a boat capsizes near Malaysia; dozens still missing as rescue teams search for two other vessels from Myanmar.
Super Typhoon Fung-Wong Hits Philippines: 2 Dead, Nearly 1 Million Evacuated
Super Typhoon Fung-Wong hits the Philippines, killing two and forcing one million evacuations as strong winds and heavy rain batter Luzon and Eastern Visayas.
Saudi Arabia Stands Firm on Conditions for Israel Normalisation Ahead of Trump Talks
Saudi Arabia insists on a roadmap to Palestinian statehood before normalising ties with Israel as MBS prepares for key defence-focused talks with Trump.
US Senate Moves to End 40-Day Federal Shutdown With New Funding Deal
US Senate advances a funding bill to end the 40-day federal shutdown as battles over ACA subsidies intensify between Democrats, Republicans, and Trump.
South Korea Indicts Ex-President Yoon Suk Yeol on New Charges Over Alleged Martial Law Plot
South Korea indicts ex-president Yoon Suk Yeol on new charges for allegedly provoking North Korea to justify martial law during his failed 2024 power attempt.
Iran Calls US Allegations of Mexico Assassination Plot ‘Absurd’
Iran denies US claims that it plotted to kill the Israeli ambassador in Mexico, calling the allegations absurd and politically motivated.
Israel Confirms Return of Tanzanian Hostage Joshua Mollel’s Body by Hamas
Israel confirms Hamas returns Tanzanian hostage Joshua Mollel’s body under US-brokered Gaza ceasefire, while six deceased hostages remain.
