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UN Alarmed as Russia Fires Nuclear-Capable Hypersonic Missile Near NATO Border
UNSC meets as Russia escalates Ukraine war with Oreshnik hypersonic missile strike near Poland, raising nuclear fears and derailing peace efforts.
Korean Won Nears 16-Year Low Again as Dollar Demand, Overseas Investments Bite
South Korean won falls, nearing a 16-year low against the US dollar amid strong dollar demand for imports and overseas stock investments. KOSPI hits new high.
South Korea's Lee Visits Japan for Summit Amid China Tensions, Taiwan Dispute
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung meets Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi for talks on bilateral ties, Taiwan tensions, and North Korea engagement.
US Lawmakers Call China Top Adversary, Back India as Democratic Counterweight
US lawmakers identify China as the principal strategic adversary and position democratic India as the critical counterweight for Indo-Pacific stability and global balance.
US Lawmakers Hail India as Critical AI, Tech and Defense Partner
US lawmakers call India a critical partner in AI, advanced tech, and Indo-Pacific security, urging deeper cooperation and tech alignment.
Nepal's National Assembly to Reconvene After Gen-Z Protests and House Dissolution
President Ram Chandra Paudel summons Nepal's National Assembly session for Jan 18, the first since the September Gen-Z protests and House dissolution.
Nepali Congress Convention Extended Amid Leadership Crisis and Reform Push
The Nepali Congress special convention is extended to Tuesday as it debates leadership change and major internal reforms proposed by its general secretaries.
EU Urges Inclusive Bangladesh Polls Amid Rising Political Violence
EU chief observer stresses need for credible, participatory Bangladesh election as political violence escalates ahead of February polls.
Trump Declares Himself Venezuela's "Acting President" in Social Media Post
US President Donald Trump posts he is "Acting President of Venezuela," sparking international reactions and historical comparisons to dual leadership.
Machado Seeks Pope's Support for Venezuela Transition Ahead of Trump Meeting
Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado meets Pope Leo XIV for transition support ahead of her scheduled meeting with US President Donald Trump.
Pakistan's Terror Networks Gain Political Legitimacy, Bypass Global Scrutiny
A report details how Pakistan's terror groups gain legal standing, contest elections, and use state-backed projects for rehabilitation, evading international accountability.
China's Staged Tech Illusions Exposed: Robot Races Fail, AI Hype Unravels
Report reveals China's tech dominance is often staged illusion, with robot race failures and AI-generated fabrications damaging global credibility.
Pakistan's State Patronage of Terror Groups Exposed in Damning Report
A report details Pakistan's systematic state patronage of JeM and LeT, from rebuilding terror facilities to political legitimisation, with global security implications.
Pakistan-Afghanistan Border Closure Costs Billions, Cripples KP Trade
Extended border blockade devastates Khyber Pakhtunkhwa's economy, causing billions in losses, job cuts, and a 53% trade drop with Afghanistan.
South Korea Launches Joint Probe Into North's Drone Incursion Claims
South Korean police and military launch a joint investigation into North Korea's claims of drone incursions, which Seoul denies.
South Korea Aims to Diversify Exports, Back US Investments Under Trade Deal
South Korean trade agencies unveil plans to diversify exports beyond semiconductors and support billions in corporate investments in the United States under a bilateral trade deal.
Bangladesh's Decade-Long Recovery Post-Election, Says Ex-R&AW Officer
Former R&AW officer Amar Bhushan analyzes Bangladesh's post-election future, BNP's likely win, and India's strategic approach in a post-Hasina era.
Brazil's 'The Secret Agent' Makes History with Double Golden Globes Win
Brazilian film 'The Secret Agent' wins Best Non-English Language Film and Best Drama Actor at Golden Globes 2026, hailed by President Lula.
South Korea's K-Food Exports Hit Record $13.6B in 2025, Ramyeon Leads Surge
South Korea's food & agriculture exports reached a record $13.62 billion in 2025, driven by ramyeon, sauces, kimchi, and fruits.
Seoul Pushes Peace Amid North Korea's Drone Provocation Claims
South Korea reaffirms efforts to build trust with North Korea, denying allegations of drone incursions and launching a joint investigation.
Trump Says Venezuela Talks 'Working Out Well' Amid Oil Deal
President Trump says US-Venezuela relations are improving, citing a major oil shipment and planned diplomatic meetings with Venezuelan officials.
Trump Vows US Will Acquire Greenland, Warns of Russia-China Threat
President Trump declares the US will acquire Greenland, warning Russia or China will control the strategic Arctic territory if America doesn't.
Fixed Impressions Ease Social Anxiety, Boost Performance in Stressful Settings
New research finds believing first impressions are hard to change lowers stress and improves performance for socially anxious individuals.
Zelenskyy: Russia Loses 1,000 Soldiers Daily in "Madness" of War
Ukrainian President reports 1,000 Russian soldiers killed daily, calls for united Western force to stop Putin's "madness" in ongoing war.
China Fuels Southeast Asia's Drug Trade via Chemical Exports, Report Reveals
Report details how China's chemical industry enables synthetic drug production in the Golden Triangle through precursor exports and institutional permissiveness.