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Trump Orders Pentagon to Scale Back Joint Military Drills With South Korea

President Trump ordered the Pentagon to reduce joint military exercises with South Korea, calling them costly and hostile toward North Korea.

Carney Says Trump Aims to ‘Destroy’ Canada’s Auto Industry, Sets Talk Terms

Canadian PM Mark Carney accused Trump of trying to destroy Canada's auto industry and set conditions for resuming trade talks after negotiations broke down

Lego Posts Record First-Half Sales, Up 21% on World Cup and F1 Kits

Lego reported record first-half 2026 revenue of 41.9 billion kroner, up 21%, driven by World Cup, F1, Star Wars and KPop Demon Hunters ranges.

Supreme Court Clears Trump Mail Voting Order Ahead of US Midterms

The US Supreme Court on Monday lifted an injunction blocking Trump's mail voting restrictions across 23 states and Washington, DC, ahead of the midterms.

L3Harris Replaces CEO Kubasik After Conduct Probe, Names Sam Mehta

L3Harris removed CEO Christopher Kubasik after a conduct investigation and promoted insider Sam Mehta, sending shares of the defense contractor lower.

Trump Orders Pentagon to Scale Back Joint Military Drills With South Korea

President Trump ordered the Pentagon to reduce joint military exercises with South Korea, calling them costly and hostile toward North Korea.

Jetstar to Charge Up to $52 for Overhead Baggage in Carry-On Overhaul

Jetstar will charge passengers up to A$52 to use overhead lockers from February 2027, scrapping its 7kg carry-on weight limit in a major rules overhaul.

Search Intensifies for 17 Missing After Vietnamese Cargo Ship Sinks Near Spratlys

A multinational rescue by Vietnamese, Philippine and Chinese teams searches for 17 missing crew after the Khoi Nguyen 18 sank near Fiery Cross Reef.

China and Philippines Trade Blame as Water Cannon Clashes Escalate Near Scarborough Shoal

Chinese and Philippine vessels clashed for a second day near Scarborough Shoal, with Manila reporting water cannon use as both sides traded blame.

Cathay Pacific and HK Express Slash Flights Amid Soaring Jet Fuel Costs

Cathay Pacific and HK Express announce flight cuts from mid-May to end-June due to soaring jet fuel prices driven by Middle East conflict. Learn about schedule changes and passenger impact.

ASEAN Summit in May to Focus on Critical Issues Amidst Middle East Conflict

ASEAN Summit in May to proceed with a trimmed agenda focusing on key issues like fuel supplies, food prices, and migrant workers, amidst the Middle East conflict.

US Intelligence: China Not Planning Taiwan Invasion by 2027, Citing Risks and Preference for Forceful Unification

U.S. intelligence agencies assess that China is not planning to invade Taiwan by 2027, citing significant risks and a preference for peaceful unification, according to the latest threat assessment.

Beijing-Tokyo Tensions Escalate Over Taiwan, US Missile System Withdrawn

Beijing and Tokyo engage in diplomatic disputes over Taiwan, leading to the withdrawal of a US missile system from Japan and heightened regional tensions.

Sanae Takaichi’s LDP Achieves Historic Landslide Victory in Japan’s Snap Election

Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's Liberal Democratic Party achieves a historic landslide victory in a snap election, securing a supermajority and paving the way for a conservative agenda.

Japan Reels from Deadly Snowstorm: Dozens Dead, Hundreds Injured Amidst Record Snowfall

Japan is experiencing a severe winter storm with record snowfall, leading to dozens of deaths and hundreds of injuries. Discover the impact on infrastructure, public safety, and the rising avalanche risk.

Asia-Pacific Markets Dip Amid Trump’s Defense Sector Scrutiny and Oil Price Volatility

Asia-Pacific markets experienced a general decline on Thursday, mirroring a downturn on Wall Street. The slump was attributed to escalating geopolitical tensions and critical...

Asia-Pacific Lacrosse Championship Heats Up: Japan, Philippines, and Australia Vie for Supremacy

The 2026 Asia-Pacific Men's Lacrosse Championship is underway in Wellington, New Zealand, with national teams battling for qualification spots in the 2027 World Lacrosse...

Cambodia Extradites Alleged Crypto Scam Kingpin Chen Zhi to China Amid International Pressure

Cambodia has extradited Chinese-born tycoon Chen Zhi, accused of orchestrating a massive transnational cryptocurrency scam network, to China. The move follows indictments and sanctions...

200 Artillery Shells Fired by North Korea Near Yeonpyeong Prompt South Korean Evacuation

Reports emerged on Friday that South Korea issued evacuation orders to the residents of Yeonpyeong Island, located near the border with North Korea, following...

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