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- Keep out: why Greenland is the US military’s new eyes in the Arctic on China
Washington’s proposed military bases and expanded defence presence in Greenland will be akin to a “keep out” sign against potential Arctic military cooperation between Beijing and Moscow, according to analysts. The US,…
World · DigiNepal International · - GlobalFoundries sees ‘strong’ demand for Chinese optical modules amid data centre boom
US contract chipmaker GlobalFoundries sees robust demand for Chinese optical modules amid the data centre construction boom, as the firm expands its presence in China to better serve its domestic clients. Shankaran…
World · DigiNepal International · - The hidden risks of using traditional Chinese medicine with Western prescriptions
In the second instalment of a four-part Health Matters series on traditional Chinese medicine, Aidyn Fitzpatrick investigates the drug-interaction risks of combining Chinese remedies with Western medicine, and how…
World · DigiNepal International · - Bangkok flood warnings ‘came too late’ Thais say, worst flood in 15 years
Deep floodwaters in Bangkok drove thousands of residents into shelters as others scrambled to buy groceries or dry out their homes on Sunday after days of heavy rain inundated markets, roads, and residences. Pedestrians…
World · DigiNepal International · - ‘My hands are empty’: Displaced Palestinians struggle to survive
In Tulkarem and other West Bank cities, displaced Palestinians are being forced deeper into debt and poverty.
World · DigiNepal International · - The other crop that built China: how millet became foundation for Chinese civilisation
Rice may be the most universal ingredient in the world, serving as a cornerstone of the diet for billions in Asia. However, for much of Chinese history, rice faced a serious competitor, and entire cultures developed…
World · DigiNepal International · - Hong Kong men turn to plush ‘bag charms’ for self-expression, comfort
Whether he is commuting to work or meeting clients, 31-year-old Hong Kong architect Bryan Hui always has a plush toy keychain of Chiikabu – a beetle-like creature from the popular Japanese anime Chiikawa – hanging from…
World · DigiNepal International · - Yemen government forces widen attacks against Houthis: What we know
Yemeni government forces have claimed multiple air and ground operations across Taiz in the last 24 hours.
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- Can Iran shift trade north to Caspian Sea as war impairs Strait of Hormuz?
Iran is looking for alternatives to export its oil as the US blockades its southern ports.
World · DigiNepal International · - Two mass shootings in South Africa leave 27 dead
The two attacks hours apart come as the country struggles to stop high levels of gang-related armed violence.
World · DigiNepal International · - Hong Kong delays AI copyright law to focus on guidelines first
Hong Kong authorities will delay a proposed legal amendment to protect copyrighted works from being used to train artificial intelligence (AI) models and will issue operational guidelines first, the South China Morning…
World · DigiNepal International · - Photos: Heavy rains and flooding in Bangkok force thousands into shelters
Continuous downpours have hammered several areas of Thailand’s capital.
World · DigiNepal International · - Bangkok floods trap residents as PM Anutin cuts UK trip short to tackle crisis
Bangkok residents stranded by neck-deep floodwaters on Sunday appealed for clean water and food, as Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul cut short a diplomatic trip to the United Kingdom to monitor the response amid…
World · DigiNepal International · - Hong Kong tech chief sets June deadline for Hetao cross-border talent flow
Cross-boundary talent flows within the Hetao innovation hub will be launched by June next year at the latest, Hong Kong’s technology minister has said, after the city leader pledged to enable the free movement of data…
World · DigiNepal International · - From body language to ping-pong, decoding the symbolism during Xi and Trump’s meeting
We have put together stories from our coverage of the Xi-Trump summit. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. 1. From wine to ping-pong, Trump and Xi’s state dinner leans on…
World · DigiNepal International · - At least 17 killed in South Africa shooting, police hunt for eight suspects
Emergency medical services declared all 17 victims dead at the scene in Wedela township southwest of Johannesburg.
World · DigiNepal International · - Hong Kong can offer AI governance solutions for major economies: Paul Chan
Hong Kong can offer trusted solutions in artificial intelligence (AI) governance for major economies by leveraging the city’s unique strengths, including its common law system, internationally connected standards and…
World · DigiNepal International · - Huge crowds cheer Pope Leo as he leads open-air Mass in Paris
Pope Leo XIV drew around 800,000 people to central Paris for an open-air Mass at Place de la Concorde
World · DigiNepal International · - Ethiopia’s army promises restraint amid fears of new civil war
Army chief accuses Eritrea of funding and supporting armed groups to weaken Ethiopia.
World · DigiNepal International · - Detained Tunisian flotilla activists: Worsening health amid family anguish
As activists’ health deteriorates, families describe the toll of separation, hunger strikes and uncertainty.
World · DigiNepal International · - Forgotten no more: Filipino folklore finds footing on global stage
Stories of the manananggal, a creature said to split its body in two, and the tiyanak, which takes the form of an infant, are part of the folklore many children grow up hearing in the Philippines. Now, they are among…
World · DigiNepal International · - How Kenya’s sacred Mrima Hill became new front in US-China minerals rivalry
Mrima Hill, a sacred site about 65km (40 miles) southwest of Mombasa on Kenya’s Indian Ocean coast, is emerging as a new front in the US-China rivalry for critical minerals. US-led and Chinese bidders are competing for…
World · DigiNepal International · - Australia just changed its visa rules. So what about its bespoke Hong Kong pathway?
Hongkongers aiming to settle in Australia through a bespoke study-to-migrate pathway will not be exempt from new rules barring applicants from bringing along their families, the country’s home affairs authorities have…
World · DigiNepal International · - German, Russian foreign ministers hold rare talks amid rising tensions
Russia's Lavrov dismisses Wadephul's call to abandon 'dangerous path of escalation' with Europe.
World · DigiNepal International · - Bangkok declared disaster zone after heavy rains submerge roads
Bangkok has officially been declared a disaster zone after relentless rains triggered widespread flooding.
World · DigiNepal International · - Thousands protest in Madrid against Spain’s housing crisis
Thousands of protesters in Madrid demand answers after the eviction of 87-year-old Maricarmen Abascal.
World · DigiNepal International · - Four killed in helicopter crash near Montreal
The victims of the crash have not yet been identified, Quebec provincial police told the BBC.
World · DigiNepal International · - Japanese museums shun video artwork on wartime atrocities acclaimed abroad
A video installation built around the testimony of a former Japanese soldier on the killing of civilians and sexual assault in wartime China will go on display in London in October, even as its creator struggles to find…
World · DigiNepal International · - How Asia-Pacific property markets are drawing fresh capital despite US rate uncertainty
Property markets in the Asia-Pacific region are likely to remain attractive despite heightened uncertainty over monetary policy after the US Federal Reserve delivered its first interest rate increase in more than three…
World · DigiNepal International · - Mid-Autumn Festival sees vibrant cultural activities, tourism spending
As China celebrates the Mid-Autumn Festival, the three-day holiday is highlighting both the enduring appeal of traditional culture and the vitality of domestic consumption, with a wide range of festive activities and…
World · DigiNepal International · - Powerful storm batters US Northeast disrupting power and travel
Powerful winds and towering waves are battering the US Northeast, causing flight chaos and blackouts.
World · DigiNepal International · - Iran says it will wait for official US response after Trump rejects Strait of Hormuz proposal
The US president earlier said that Tehran only made the proposal to open the strait within seven days because "they're losing so badly".
World · DigiNepal International · - Chinese rubbish station worker scouted for striking looks refuses full-time modelling
A 20-year-old woman who collects and sorts rubbish in eastern China gained online fame after her modelling talents were discovered by the renowned self-made “village supermodel” Lu Xianren, who shares a similar…
World · DigiNepal International · - Did the biggest week of diplomacy make headway in ending the US-Iran war?
The UN General Assembly wraps up with mixed diplomatic outcomes.
World · DigiNepal International · - Venezuela frees 39 political prisoners after post-Maduro talks
The releases follow a second round of negotiations between Venezuela's interim government and the opposition.
World · DigiNepal International · - Indonesia eyes China for massive 2,772km railway project – with caution
Indonesia is considering Chinese investment to help build a massive 2,772km (1,722 mile) railway network through the vast, resource-rich region of Kalimantan, following the completion of Southeast Asia’s first…
World · DigiNepal International · - Hamas leader says Israel to use ‘blood’ of Palestinians as fuel for election
The leader of Hamas brushed aside the possibility of change from Israel’s coming election in an interview, saying he expected Israelis to campaign off Gaza’s “blood”. “Whether this or that person comes to power, or this…
World · DigiNepal International · - In Malaysia, a mother’s love offers her trans daughter refuge
In a village on the outskirts of Kota Bharu, in Malaysia’s deeply conservative northeastern state of Kelantan, Rozi* has learned to ignore what people say about her daughter. She had known for years that Hana* was…
World · DigiNepal International · - To understand where Hong Kong is going, start with Tung Chee-hwa
On September 8, Tung Chee-hwa, Hong Kong’s first chief executive, died. It prompted reflection, not only on a political figure who once stood at the centre of the city’s public life, but also on nearly three decades of…
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