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6.5-Magnitude Quake Shakes Mexico, Leaving Two Dead and Dozens Injured
A 6.5-magnitude earthquake struck southern Mexico, resulting in two fatalities, a dozen injuries, and widespread structural damage assessments.
Lee Jae-Myung Reaffirms One-China Policy Ahead of Key State Visit to Beijing
Ahead of his state visit, South Korean President Lee Jae-Myung reaffirms respect for the One-China principle and aims to deepen economic ties with China.
Asian Film Awards Cancel Competition, Red Carpet After Hong Kong Fire Tragedy
The 2026 Asian Film Awards in Hong Kong will have no competitive categories or red carpet, adopting a solemn format after a deadly fire.
Kim Jong-un's First 2026 Inspection: A Greenhouse Farm Rising from Flood Ruins
North Korean leader Kim Jong-un visited a greenhouse farm construction site in Sinuiju, highlighting post-flood recovery and national welfare goals ahead of a key party congress.
Buddha Air Flight Skids Off Runway in Nepal; All 55 On Board Safe
A Buddha Air flight veered off the runway while landing at Bhadrapur Airport in Nepal. All 55 passengers and crew were safely evacuated with no injuries reported.
Taiwan Tracks Chinese Military Sorties as Regional Tensions Simmer
Taiwan reports Chinese military activity, including aircraft crossing a median line, amid concerns over disruptive drills affecting regional air travel.
Russia Denies Kharkiv Strike, Accuses Ukraine of Kherson Attack
Russia denies striking Kharkiv, calls reports false. Accuses Ukraine of a deadly drone attack on civilians in Kherson as tensions escalate.
6.4 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Mexico's Guerrero Region, Tremors Felt
A significant 6.4 magnitude earthquake struck the Guerrero region of Mexico, with tremors felt in Mexico City. Details on depth and epicentre.
Pakistan's FIA Cracks Down: 214 Officers Punished in Major Anti-Corruption Drive
Pakistan's Federal Investigation Agency disciplines 214 officials for human trafficking, corruption, and inefficiency amid major internal reforms and accountability push.
Polio Drive Fails 935,000 Kids in Pakistan's Merged Districts Amid Crisis
Pakistan's polio campaign missed 935,000 children in merged districts due to security & displacement. 19 cases reported in KP in 2025. Learn the risks.
Swiss Ski Resort Fire Kills 40 on New Year's Eve; Sparklers Investigated
Over 40 dead in a New Year's Eve fire at a Swiss Alps bar. Authorities are investigating if ordinary sparklers caused the blaze. National day of mourning declared.
China's UN Proxy NGOs: Shaping Human Rights Narratives, Deflecting Scrutiny
A report details how China uses state-backed proxy NGOs at the UN to shape the human rights narrative, deflect criticism, and sideline independent voices.
Zelenskyy Condemns Russian Strikes on Kharkiv Amid Escalating Drone Attacks
Zelenskyy reports Russian missiles hit Kharkiv residential area as Russia accuses Ukraine of a deadly drone strike on a Kherson cafe. Latest war updates.
Seoul Urges Pyongyang: "Any Agenda, Any Time" to Ease Korean Tensions
South Korea's Unification Minister calls for an end to hostilities, offering unconditional talks on any agenda to ease tensions and promote cooperation.
World Leaders Mourn Bangladesh's First Female PM Khaleda Zia
Singapore, Nepal, Sri Lanka, and India express condolences on the passing of former Bangladesh Prime Minister Khaleda Zia, honoring her democratic legacy.
South Asian Leaders Mourn Bangladesh's First Woman PM Khaleda Zia
Leaders of Sri Lanka, Nepal, and Singapore express condolences for former Bangladesh PM Khaleda Zia, honoring her democratic legacy and regional diplomacy.
Polio Resurgence in Hyderabad: 12,000 Children Miss Vaccines in 2025
Hyderabad, Sindh, remains polio-endemic with over 12,000 children unvaccinated in 2025, highlighting official negligence and public resistance in Pakistan.
Afghanistan's Deadly Deluge: 17 Killed as Rains End Drought, Trigger Floods
Heavy rain and snowfall in Afghanistan have killed 17 people, injured 11, and damaged infrastructure, affecting 1,800 families amid flash flooding.
Russia Says Khorly Attack Death Toll Rises to 28, Condemns "Terrorist Act"
Russia reports a woman has died in hospital, raising the Khorly attack death toll to 28. Moscow condemns the strike as a Ukrainian "terrorist act" targeting civilians.
China's Taiwan Drives Disrupt 941 Flights, Simulate "Quasi-Blockade" Tactics
China's military exercises forced 941 flight cancellations, simulating a "quasi-blockade" of Taiwan and testing control of critical air and sea lanes.
Pakistan Rights Body Slams Lawyer's Suspension, Warns of Judicial Independence Erosion
Human Rights Council condemns Punjab Bar Council for suspending lawyer Mian Ali Ashfaq's license, calling it a violation of judicial independence and advocacy freedom.
Bulgaria Joins the Eurozone: A Historic Leap Amid Celebration and Concern
Bulgaria officially adopts the euro, joining the Eurozone. EU and IMF leaders welcome the move, while citizens navigate a dual-currency transition and express economic concerns.
South Korea Smashes Export Record with $700B Milestone in 2025
South Korea's exports soared to a record $709.7B in 2025, fueled by booming semiconductor and auto sales, achieving its largest trade surplus since 2017.
Xi Invites South Korea's Lee for Summit Amid Regional Tensions
Chinese President Xi Jinping invites South Korean President Lee Jae Myung for a state visit to discuss cooperation, denuclearization, and regional stability.
China's Naval Encircling of Taiwan Sparks Regional Tensions and U.S. Call for Restraint
Taiwan reports Chinese naval vessels, official ships, and balloons near its waters, amid military drills and U.S. calls for reduced tensions in the Indo-Pacific.