Several people have died in the island nation of Madagascar due to the cyclone “Gamane.” Entire towns were partially submerged. The extent of the damages is not yet clear.
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Life in Turkey has rapidly become more expensive due to the enormous inflation. This weighs heavily on people’s minds ahead of the municipal elections on Sunday – in the cities…
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South Korea has one of the lowest birth rates in the world. Now, the government aims to increase the number of children with a new subway system.
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A tragic incident unfolded off the coast of Japan as a South Korean chemical tanker named “Keoyoung Sun” capsized, resulting in the loss of eight lives, with two individuals still…
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A summary of two significant space launch events in Japan involving private and national space agencies, showcasing both successes and setbacks in the country’s space exploration endeavors.
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Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu Reveals Post-War Vision for Gaza Strip: Focus on Demilitarization and Border Security
by Dispatchesby DispatchesReports from Israeli media indicate that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has unveiled a comprehensive plan outlining the future of the Gaza Strip in the aftermath of the recent conflict, emphasizing…
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China Deepens Ties with Russia Amid Ukraine War, Fills Void Left by Western Companies
by Dispatchesby DispatchesAmid the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, Chinese state media’s alignment with Russia’s rhetoric further solidifies the nascent alliance between the two authoritarian regimes, hinting at a consequential geopolitical shift. As…
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Former Prime Minister Sharif to Lead Coalition Government in Pakistan
by Dispatchesby DispatchesIn Pakistan, following intense negotiations post-election, the Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) and the conservative Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) have agreed to form a coalition government with former Prime Minister Shehbaz…
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Dialects in China Facing Extinction as Government Pushes for Standard Mandarin
by Dispatchesby DispatchesOn International Mother Language Day, it has been highlighted that of the 300 languages and dialects in China, many are at risk of disappearing, largely due to government efforts to…
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Ex-General Prabowo Likely Clear Winner in Indonesian Presidential Election
by Dispatchesby DispatchesFormer General Prabowo Subianto is poised to become the next president of Indonesia, according to quick counts and preliminary calculations.