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South Korea Defends Trade Practices in Formal Response to U.S. Probe
South Korea submits formal opinion to USTR, defending its market economy and anti-forced labor efforts amid U.S. trade investigations.
Bangladesh Seeks $2 Billion for Energy Crisis, Warns of 1970s-Style Shock
PM Tarique Rahman seeks urgent $2B from partners to tackle energy crisis, warning gains since 1971 independence are at risk of reversal.
Sundar Pichai, Ranbir Kapoor Lead Indian Charge on TIME's 2026 Influential List
Google's Sundar Pichai, actor Ranbir Kapoor, and chef Vikas Khanna are featured in TIME's 100 Most Influential People of 2026 list.
UN Launches Borrowers Platform to Tackle Debt Inequity for Developing Nations
UN Secretary-General launches Borrowers Platform to help developing countries share knowledge and negotiate collectively on debt issues with creditors.
IMF Warns War and Debt Straining Global Finances, Urges Fiscal Caution
IMF warns Middle East war and high debt are straining global finances, urging targeted support over broad stimulus to avoid worsening inflation.
Korean Airlines Hike Fuel Surcharges to Highest Level for May Flights
South Korean airlines impose top-tier fuel surcharges for May flights as oil prices surge. International ticket prices to rise sharply.
UN Chief Guterres Demands Dialogue, Respect for Law Amid Global Tensions
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres calls for urgent dialogue and full respect for international law amid rising geopolitical conflicts and global instability.
World Bank Aims to Secure Water for 1 Billion by 2030, Citing Economic Threat
World Bank's Water Forward initiative aims to secure water access for 1 billion people by 2030, linking water to jobs, growth, and economic stability.
Global Conflicts, Supply Shocks Threaten Developing Nations' Economic Gains
G-24 warns global conflicts and supply disruptions risk inflation and growth progress in developing nations, calling for stronger multilateral support.
Pope Urges "Unarmed Peace" as Trump Criticizes Pontiff Over Iran Stance
Pope Leo XIV advocates for peace without weapons as Donald Trump criticizes the Pontiff's stance on Iran and nuclear threats. Tensions rise.
US Warns Chinese Banks: Face Sanctions for Iranian Money Flows
US Treasury warns Chinese banks of secondary sanctions if they facilitate Iranian financial transactions, amid global energy corridor tensions.
Lavrov Meets Xi, Paves Way for Putin's China Visit Amid Global Crisis
Russian FM Lavrov meets Xi Jinping, setting stage for Putin's upcoming China trip as both nations tout partnership as global stabilizer.
Nepal's Bode town continues centuries-old tongue-piercing festival
Witness the centuries-old Jibro Chedne Jatra in Bode, Nepal, where devotees pierce their tongues with a 10-inch needle in an annual ritual.
Nepal's Thimi Town Turns Orange for Vibrant Sindoor Jatra New Year Festival
Nepal celebrates New Year 2081 with Sindoor Jatra in Thimi. See vibrant photos of orange vermilion, palanquins, and traditional music.
Kanye West Postpones France Concert Amid Ban Reports After UK Visa Denial
Kanye West postpones France show after Marseille mayor calls him unwelcome. This follows UK visa denial for Wireless Festival over controversy.
Trump Claims China "Very Happy" With Permanent Strait of Hormuz Opening
Trump says China agreed not to send weapons to Iran as he announces the permanent opening of the critical Strait of Hormuz, citing improved cooperation.
China Fears Japan Becoming "Israel of Asia" Amid Military Buildup
Report details China's fear of Japan transforming into a US-backed, militarized "Israel of Asia," shifting regional power and raising Taiwan stakes.
China's Taiwan Tactics: Military Pressure Shadows Political Engagement
Analysis of China's "carrot and stick" approach as military drills shadow political talks with Taiwan's KMT, highlighting coercive diplomacy.
China's EUV Dream Faces Decade-Long Delay, Report Warns
A new report casts doubt on China's goal for domestic EUV lithography by 2028, citing immense technical hurdles and decades of required know-how.
US, South Korea, Japan Admirals Meet in Seoul to Boost Naval Security Cooperation
Top naval commanders from South Korea, the US, and Japan held talks in Seoul to strengthen trilateral maritime security and discuss regional threats.
Cyclone Maila kills 23 in PNG, triggers landslides and state of emergency
Severe Tropical Cyclone Maila causes 23 deaths, landslides, and mass displacement in Papua New Guinea, prompting a state of emergency in Bougainville.
North Korea's Economy Recovers Through Russia, China Ties, Says Seoul
Seoul reports North Korea's economy is recovering, fueled by closer "alliance-like" ties with Russia and improved relations with China.
Mpox Cases in Pakistan's Sindh Rise to 25, Khairpur Emerges as Hotspot
Mpox cases in Pakistan's Sindh province rise to 25 with 9 deaths in 2026. Khairpur is the hotspot as health officials implement emergency measures.
Punjab Residents Endure 16-Hour Power Cuts, Gas Shortages Worsen
Urban & rural Punjab face up to 16-hour power cuts and severe gas shortages during cooking hours, causing major public distress and disruption.
Europe's "Plan B" for NATO Survival Amid Trump's US Pullback Threats
Europe mulls "European NATO" plan to assume command roles and military duties as Trump threatens alliance. Germany, France, UK back the strategy.