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US Reopens Talks With Russia’s Siluanov at G20, Angering Europe

Treasury chief Scott Bessent met Russia's Anton Siluanov at G20 talks, telling Moscow no sanctions relief until the Ukraine war ends. Europe objected.

Trump Warns Communities Opposing AI Data Centers Risk Becoming ‘Backwards and Poor’

President Trump warned US communities rejecting AI data centers risk becoming 'backwards and poor,' as local resistance grows ahead of November's midterms.

Trump Says Exxon Entering Venezuela as US Claims 65 Billion Barrels

Trump said Friday the US secured majority control of 65 billion barrels of Venezuelan reserves and that Exxon would return, though gas prices are unlikely

Bessent Urges Japan to Hike Rates and Strengthen Yen

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent called on Japan to raise interest rates and steady its finances, pointing to a possible Bank of Japan hike in September

Pentagon Gets 35% Stake in Venezuela Oil Firm Under $100 Billion Deal

The White House confirmed a Venezuela oil deal granting the Pentagon a 35% stake and NABEP 100-year concessions over 17 fields holding 65 billion barrels.

US Reopens Talks With Russia’s Siluanov at G20, Angering Europe

Treasury chief Scott Bessent met Russia's Anton Siluanov at G20 talks, telling Moscow no sanctions relief until the Ukraine war ends. Europe objected.

Nepal-Tibet Flood Kills 469, Leaves 39 Australians Missing and Rebuild Nearing $5 Billion

A glacier collapse on the China-Nepal border killed at least 469 people, left 39 Australians missing and could cost $5 billion to rebuild.

Nepal and China Flash Floods Kill 98, Leave 403 Missing

Flash floods and an avalanche in Nepal and China killed at least 98 people and left 403 missing, including 47 Americans, officials said on August 26.

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...

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