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Trump's funding cuts to US-funded media spark China's criticism

President Donald Trump recently signed an order halting funding for several US government-backed media outlets, including Voice of America (VOA), Radio Free Asia (RFA), and Radio Free Europe. This decision comes as part of broader budget cuts targeting federal spending. Radio Free Asia, initially created......

Trump administration freezes US-funded media operations

The Trump administration took a drastic step on Saturday by putting journalists at Voice of America (VOA) and other U.S.-funded media outlets on leave, halting operations that have been vital in countering Russian and Chinese information campaigns for decades. Employees at VOA, Radio Free Asia, and Radio......

Global air passenger traffic sets new record in 2024

In 2024, global air passenger traffic reached a historic high, with a year-on-year increase of over 10% and around 4% growth compared to 2019, the pre-pandemic reference year, according to the International Air Transport Association (IATA). The total for 2024 amounted to 4.89 billion passenger kilometers,......

South Korean Parliament Votes to Remove Acting President Amid Constitutional Crisis

South Korea's parliament voted to impeach Acting-President Han Duck-soo on Friday, marking an unprecedented second impeachment within a month in the nation's political history. The motion passed with 192 lawmakers supporting the removal of Duck-soo from office. The impeachment follows allegations......

UK Joins Trans-Pacific Trade Bloc A Strategic Leap Post-Brexit  

The United Kingdom officially became the 12th member of the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) on Sunday. This milestone marks a significant step in the UK's post-Brexit strategy to deepen economic ties in the Asia-Pacific region and expand its global trade......

Tragedy in Vang Vieng Methanol Poisoning Highlights Risks in a Backpacker Paradise

  Vieng, Laos – The once-vibrant streets of Vang Vieng, a popular destination for backpackers, have fallen eerily silent following the tragic deaths of six foreign tourists from suspected methanol poisoning. This incident has brought international attention to the risks of unsafe alcohol......

Asia Prepares for Uncertainty as Trump Returns to Power

In the wake of Donald Trump's decisive election victory, Asia is poised for a period of unpredictability that could significantly alter its diplomatic and economic landscape. With Trump set to embark on a second term, his administration is expected to amplify the "America First" policy,......

Catastrophic Flooding in Nepal: Over 200 Lives Lost Amidst Monsoon Deluge

In a devastating turn of events, Nepal has witnessed catastrophic flooding that has claimed more than 200 lives over the weekend, marking one of the most severe weather-related disasters in recent memory. The capital city, Kathmandu, and its surrounding valleys were submerged under water following the......

Devastating Typhoon Yagi: Myanmar Battles Flooding, Death Toll Rises

Myanmar is reeling from the devastating impacts of Typhoon Yagi, with a rising death toll and widespread destruction. The country's military government has confirmed at least 113 fatalities, as heavy rains and adverse weather unleashed by the typhoon have caused chaos across Southeast Asia. The......

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