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South Korea's Semiconductor Boom Drives Fastest Economic Growth in 5 Years
South Korea's GDP grew 1.7% in Q1, the fastest in over 5 years, driven by surging semiconductor and AI demand. Exports and facility investment soared.
Ukraine's Security at Risk from Chinese Surveillance Systems: Report
China may access 80-90% of Ukraine's surveillance cameras, including drone feeds, posing a war-time security threat, claims new report.
South Korea Extends Fuel Price Caps for Two More Weeks Amid Market Volatility
South Korea freezes price caps on gasoline, diesel, and kerosene for another two weeks to stabilize domestic fuel prices amid global energy market volatility.
Kathmandu Air Quality Plunges to Very Unhealthy, Second Worst Globally
Kathmandu's AQI hits 247, ranking second most polluted globally after Lahore. PM2.5 levels pose serious health risks. Learn about causes and impacts.
Pakistan Railways Near Collapse: Financial Crisis, Staff Shortages Worsen
Pakistan Railways faces severe financial crisis, staff shortages, and operational failures, risking passenger safety. Learn about the worsening situation.
IEA Chief Warns of Biggest Energy Security Threat in History Amid Strait of Hormuz Crisis
IEA chief Fatih Birol warns of the biggest energy security threat in history, citing lost oil supply and Strait of Hormuz blockade, with potential fuel rationing.
UN Experts Alarmed by Abductions, Forced Conversions of Minorities in Pakistan
UN experts express serious concern over widespread abduction, forced religious conversion, and marriage of minority women and girls in Pakistan, urging authorities to act.
Pakistan Inflation to Stay in Double Digits Through April 2026 Amid Energy Crisis
Pakistan's inflation is expected to remain in double digits until April 2026, driven by rising energy costs, currency fluctuations, and structural inefficiencies.
Taiwan Tracks 15 Chinese Aircraft Sorties, 5 Warships Near Its Territory
Taiwan's defense ministry reports 15 PLA aircraft sorties and 5 PLAN vessels operating near its territory, with 14 entering its southwestern ADIZ.
South Korea Sets 2029 Target for Wartime Command Transfer from US
Seoul and Washington aim to finalize the OPCON transfer plan in 2024, with conditions targeted for 2029. A Korean general would lead wartime forces.
Trump Envoy Urges FIFA to Swap Iran for Italy in World Cup Amid Tensions
US special envoy reportedly asks FIFA to replace Iran with Italy in the 2026 World Cup after Trump's criticism of Pope Leo XIV and Iran war tensions.
Zelenskyy Warns US-Iran War Risks Ukraine's Vital Missile Defences
Ukraine's President warns a prolonged Iran conflict could divert US resources, jeopardising vital Patriot missile systems for Kyiv's defence against Russia.
Mexico Demands Answers After CIA Agents Killed in Secret Drug Op
President Claudia Sheinbaum says Mexico was unaware of CIA agents in a Chihuahua drug lab raid, calling it a sovereignty issue after two agents died.
UN Chief Grieves Second French Peacekeeper Death in Lebanon Attack
UN Secretary-General condemns attack on peacekeepers in Lebanon, urges ceasefire respect and investigation. A second French soldier has died from wounds.
Trump's "Naughty and Nice" NATO List Ties Support to Iran War
The Trump administration reportedly ranks NATO allies by their support for US Iran policy, threatening penalties for "naughty" members.
South Korea Seizes 650kg Drugs in Joint Crackdowns with Thailand, Cambodia
South Korean customs seized over 650kg of narcotics in Q1 2024 through joint operations "TRIDENT" and "LIONSTONE" with Thailand and Cambodia.
US Defends Russia Oil Sanctions Waiver Amid Global Price Spike Fears
US Treasury Secretary defends temporary Russian oil sanctions waiver, saying it prevented a sharper global price spike, despite Democrat criticism.
Macky Sall Vows Bold Push for UN Security Council Reform as Secretary-General Candidate
Candidate for UN chief Macky Sall pledges to push Security Council reform agenda, citing lack of representation in today's world.
Trump Urges Iran to Make a Deal, Extends Ceasefire Indefinitely
President Trump urges Iran to use "common sense" and make a deal for a prosperous future, while extending the US-Iran ceasefire indefinitely.
Bangladesh's Awami League Ban Unsustainable Long-Term, Warns Crisis Group
ICG urges new BNP govt to address Awami League's future, prioritize economy & reforms. Report highlights India's role & regional challenges.
Italy Sikh Killings Expose Khalistani Extremism & Diaspora Divisions
Execution-style killings in Bergamo expose internal rivalries, financial stakes, and Khalistani extremism-driven divisions within Europe's Sikh diaspora.
Pahalgam & Easter Attacks: Two Branches of Pakistan's Terror Tree
Sri Lankan report draws parallel between 2019 Easter attacks and Pahalgam massacre, citing Pakistan-based terror groups as the common source threatening regional stability.
Pakistan Named Global Terror Hub in 2026 Reports, Faces Rising Domestic Threat
A 2026 US Congressional report identifies Pakistan as an operational hub for Al Qaeda, LeT, and JeM, with rising domestic terror fatalities.
Brazil Moves to Block Strategic Mineral Sales, Drafts New National Policy
Brazil's government moves to block strategic mineral sales and drafts a new national policy to assert state control over rare earth resources.
Ex-US NSA McMaster: Pakistan is China's Client, Uses Terror as Foreign Policy
Former US NSA H R McMaster tells IANS Pakistan is a client of China, uses terror as foreign policy, and cannot be trusted to broker US-Iran talks.