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Taiwan's Interior Minister, Hsu Kuo-yung, made a rare visit to Taiping Island on Tuesday, in a move that has heightened tensions with China. The visit coincided with ongoing military exercises in t…
Apr 23, 2026
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In a surprising announcement, Myanmar's military government has suggested that "good things" are in store for former leader Aung San Suu Kyi following her detention. This statement comes amidst ong…
Apr 23, 2026
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The Public Prosecutor's Office in Peru has requested the arrest of Piero Corvetto, the former head of the nation's electoral body, in a move that could have significant political repercussions. The…
Apr 23, 2026
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Taiwan has signed a series of arms purchase agreements worth $5.66 billion with the United States, marking a significant step in its ongoing efforts to bolster its defense capabili…
Apr 23, 2026
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Macau Sands China, a prominent operator in the gaming industry, announced a substantial profit increase of 23.6% for the January to March period. This financial uplift signifies a …
Apr 23, 2026
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Microsoft has announced a massive investment of over €15 billion in Australia, marking a major stride in its global expansion strategy. This decision was revealed on Tuesday, with the tech giant ai…
Apr 23, 2026
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On October 13, Portugal experienced a widespread power outage that affected millions across the country, highlighting vulnerabilities in its energy grid. The blackout, which also briefly impacted p…
Apr 23, 2026
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Banco de Portugal is preparing to introduce new measures aimed at cooling down the country's credit market. This move, announced on Thursday, is a response to rapidly increasing borrowing levels, w…
Apr 23, 2026
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The Portuguese political landscape is heating up as the right-wing party, Chega, calls for the testimony of the Health Minister to be sent to the Public Prosecutor's Office. The request was made th…
Apr 23, 2026
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In Jaipur, a disturbing pattern has emerged: despite the availability of modern machinery, manual scavengers continue to face life-threatening conditions in the city's sewers. Reports indicate that…
Apr 23, 2026
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India has announced a major overhaul of its defence strategy, spearheaded by newly appointed Defence Minister Rajnath Singh. This initiative aims to bolster the country's military capabilities and …
Apr 23, 2026
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Kazakhstan, with an expansive territory of 2.7 million square kilometers, ranks as the largest landlocked country in the world. The designation of being landlocked carries significant geopolitical …
Apr 23, 2026
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