In a troubling development following South Korea’s worst aviation disaster, the country’s transport ministry has confirmed that the black boxes from the ill-fated Jeju Air Flight 7C2216 stopped recording crucial data minutes before the crash. Both the flight data...
Jeju Air Black Boxes Ceased Recording Before Deadly Crash
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North Korea Destroys Inter-Korean Roads in Escalating Tensions with South Korea
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China Pledges to Address Economic Challenges and Achieve Annual Targets
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China’s Newest Nuclear Submarine Sinks, Raising Concerns Over Military Competence
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Thailand Legalizes Same-Sex Marriage, Becoming the Third Nation in Asia to Do So
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China and Philippines Exchange Accusations After Vessel Collisions in South China Sea
Tensions between China and the Philippines flared on Saturday as both nations blamed each other for a series of vessel collisions near the contested Sabina Shoal in the South China Sea. The latest incident adds to the ongoing maritime disputes in the region, which...
Standoff in the Philippines: Authorities Close in on Pastor Apollo Quiboloy
A tense standoff has unfolded in the Philippines as thousands of police officers have surrounded the vast religious compound of Apollo Quiboloy, an influential pastor accused of child sex trafficking and other serious crimes. Quiboloy, who self-identifies as the...
China Condemns US Decision to Add Firms to Export Control List, Vows Retaliation
China’s Ministry of Commerce has strongly criticized the United States for its recent decision to place multiple Chinese companies on an export control list due to their alleged involvement in Russia-related activities. In a statement released on Sunday, the ministry...
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The COVID-19 pandemic was a defining global crisis, and the development of vaccines was heralded as a triumph of science. However, the rollout of vaccines also sparked widespread debate, divided opinions, and the proliferation of misinformation. While many celebrated...
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Tensions between the Netherlands and Venezuela have escalated following a series of diplomatic measures and countermeasures related to the staffing of embassies and restrictions on diplomats. The dispute reflects growing strains in their relationship, driven by...
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