Asia-Pacific
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 North Korea's launch of 200...
New Vaccine Panel Recommendations Weaken Covid and Childhood Immunization Guidance
New recommendations from the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP), a federal vaccine panel...
Retailers Slash Seasonal Hiring to Lowest Level Since 2009
Seasonal hiring in the retail sector is on track to fall to its lowest...
Ford Offers Subprime Buyers Special Financing to Boost F-150 Sales
Ford Motor is ramping up efforts to drive sales of its flagship F-150 pickup...
New Home Sales Jump 20.5% in August Despite High Mortgage Rates
Sales of newly built homes surged 20.5% in August compared with July, marking the...
Zhou Jingxin: Revolutionizing Traditional Chinese Painting with Ink Sculpting
In the world of traditional Chinese painting, every artist seeks a signature style – a unique voice that allows them to stand out amidst...
Country Garden’s Forest City: Progress Amid Financial Hurdles in Malaysia
In the midst of looming concerns about its financial solidity, Chinese real estate behemoth, Country Garden (2007.HK) confirmed on Monday that its colossal $100-billion...
Japan Weighs WTO Action Against China’s Seafood Ban Amidst Harassment Calls
Japan Contemplates Taking China to the World Trade Organization Over Seafood Ban Linked to FukushimaOn Tuesday, Japan hinted at the possibility of bringing China...
Escalating Tensions: Taiwan’s Response to Chinese Military Provocations
Taiwan Raises Concerns Over Escalating Military Tensions with ChinaIn an alarming development on Tuesday, Taiwan's defence ministry cautioned against a potential surge in military...
North Korea’s Naval Ambitions: Deciphering Kim Jong Un’s Visit to the Navy Command
In a recent move that underscores North Korea's growing emphasis on its maritime capabilities, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea's (DPRK) supreme leader, Kim...
Southern Indonesia Rattled by Deep Magnitude-6.4 Earthquake: A Comprehensive Analysis
On Tuesday, a powerful magnitude-6.4 earthquake rippled through the waters off southern Indonesia, a region all too familiar with the devastating capabilities of nature’s...
The Pacific Islands’ Nuclear Struggle: Past, Present, and Uncertain Future
The Nuclear Legacy of the Pacific IslandsIn 1946, on a somber day, over 160 inhabitants were instructed to vacate their homes on a lesser-known...
Sino-Japanese Relations: A Deep Dive into the Postponement of Komeito Chief’s Visit
In the intricate landscape of international diplomacy, decisions are often predicated upon the prevailing sentiment and geopolitical conditions between nations. A recent announcement by...
Chinese Aircraft Activity Near Taiwan: Rising Tensions and Regional Implications
Taiwan's Defence Concerns Amid Chinese Aircraft ActivityIn a recent announcement by Taiwan's defence ministry, a significant movement of Chinese air force planes was recorded...
Taiwan & China: An In-depth Analysis of Recent Military Maneuvers
Taiwan and the Persistent Chinese Military Activity: An In-depth AnalysisIntroductionTaiwan's defense landscape has been fraught with challenges due to its proximity and complex political...
China’s Economic Crossroads: Global Investors Urge Action
China: A Call for Financial Action Amidst Global ConcernsAs global investors pivot away from China, they send a clear message to the nation's policymakers:...
Taiwan’s Bid to Reopen Borders for Chinese Visitors: An Olive Branch Amidst Tensions?
Taiwan's Move to Reopen Borders for Chinese Nationals: A Detailed InsightAmidst the global uncertainty brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic, Taiwan's government made a...
Joint Military Drills: Australia and Philippines Respond to South China Sea Tensions
In the wake of heightened tensions between the Philippines and China in the South China Sea, Australian and Filipino forces came together in a...
China’s Strategy to Tackle Local Government Debt Amid Economic Woes
As the world watches, China grapples with an impending economic crisis, with local government debts at its epicenter. The central bank, in a recent...
