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North Korea Showcases Military Prowess with Second Underwater Nuclear Drone Test
North Korea has announced the successful test of another nuclear-capable underwater attack drone, "Haeil-2," as it continues to demonstrate its military capabilities in the face of ongoing tensions with the United States and South Korea. 
North Korea has announced the successful test of another nuclear-capable underwater attack drone, "Haeil-2," as it continues to demonstrate its military capabilities in the face of ongoing tensions with the United States and South Korea. -
China Launches Massive Military Drills Near Taiwan Amid Heightened Tensions
China initiated a massive display of military force on Saturday, sending 71 warplanes near Taiwan as part of a three-day series of military exercises and "combat readiness patrols" around the self-governed island. 
China initiated a massive display of military force on Saturday, sending 71 warplanes near Taiwan as part of a three-day series of military exercises and "combat readiness patrols" around the self-governed island. -
Israel Strikes Lebanon and Gaza Following Rocket Attacks, Raising Fears of Regional Escalation
Tensions have escalated as Israel targeted Palestinian militant sites in southern Lebanon and Gaza on Friday, following police raids on Jerusalem's al-Aqsa mosque. The situation has intensified amid concerns of a broader regional conflict. 
Tensions have escalated as Israel targeted Palestinian militant sites in southern Lebanon and Gaza on Friday, following police raids on Jerusalem's al-Aqsa mosque. The situation has intensified amid concerns of a broader regional conflict. -
WHO Director-General Urges China to Share COVID-19 Origins Data for a Clearer Understanding
World Health Organization (WHO) Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus called on China to share its information on the origins of COVID-19, stressing that without full access to this data, all hypotheses would remain open. 
World Health Organization (WHO) Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus called on China to share its information on the origins of COVID-19, stressing that without full access to this data, all hypotheses would remain open. -
China's Xi Jinping Courts French President Macron in Bid to Gain EU Ally Against the U.S.
In an apparent bid to counter the United States, Chinese President Xi Jinping has given French President Emmanuel Macron an unusually extravagant reception during his state visit. This gesture is seen by some analysts as an indication of China's growing efforts to attract key European Union (EU) allies. 
In an apparent bid to counter the United States, Chinese President Xi Jinping has given French President Emmanuel Macron an unusually extravagant reception during his state visit. This gesture is seen by some analysts as an indication of China's growing efforts to attract key European Union (EU) allies. -
Apple Unveils First Retail Store in India, Celebrating Mumbai's Iconic Taxis
On Wednesday, Apple Inc. showcased its first-ever retail store in India, with the exterior design paying homage to Mumbai's legendary yellow and black taxis. Numerous onlookers gathered outside the store, attempting to catch a peek at the vibrant black and yellow artwork. 
On Wednesday, Apple Inc. showcased its first-ever retail store in India, with the exterior design paying homage to Mumbai's legendary yellow and black taxis. Numerous onlookers gathered outside the store, attempting to catch a peek at the vibrant black and yellow artwork. -
China Aims for $500M Submarine Internet Cable to Rival US-Backed Project
China's state-owned telecom companies are planning to develop a $500 million undersea fiber-optic internet cable network, intended to connect Asia, the Middle East, and Europe, to rival a similar US-backed project 
China's state-owned telecom companies are planning to develop a $500 million undersea fiber-optic internet cable network, intended to connect Asia, the Middle East, and Europe, to rival a similar US-backed project -
Macron Seeks China's Aid to Curb Russia-Ukraine Conflict, Xi Urges Peace Talks
French President Emmanuel Macron reached out to China's Xi Jinping on Thursday, requesting his assistance in mediating the Ukraine war by leveraging China's close ties with Russia. In response, Xi expressed hope that both sides could engage in peace negotiations as soon as possible. 
French President Emmanuel Macron reached out to China's Xi Jinping on Thursday, requesting his assistance in mediating the Ukraine war by leveraging China's close ties with Russia. In response, Xi expressed hope that both sides could engage in peace negotiations as soon as possible. -
North Korea Claims US-South Korea Military Drills Push Peninsula to 'Nuclear War's Edge'
North Korea has accused the United States and South Korea of pushing tensions to the verge of nuclear conflict through their joint military exercises, pledging to counter with "offensive action," according to state media outlet KCNA. 
North Korea has accused the United States and South Korea of pushing tensions to the verge of nuclear conflict through their joint military exercises, pledging to counter with "offensive action," according to state media outlet KCNA. -
Binance Rejects Justin Sun's Proposal to Acquire His Stake in Rival Huobi Exchange
The world's largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, Binance, recently declined an offer to purchase Tron blockchain founder Justin Sun's ownership stake in competitor Huobi, according to an anonymous source familiar with the situation. 
The world's largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, Binance, recently declined an offer to purchase Tron blockchain founder Justin Sun's ownership stake in competitor Huobi, according to an anonymous source familiar with the situation.
