ASEAN unity under pressure as regional conflicts threaten energy crisis response
Cambodia has warned that internal conflicts within Southeast Asia could weaken the region’s ability to respond to the global energy crisis triggered by the...
AI generated Epstein Files podcast raises concerns over trust, authorship, and journalism standards
The podcast series The Epstein Files is an AI generated investigative style audio program that processes millions of documents related to Jeffrey Epstein into...
Iran signals demand for comprehensive deal with US as talks test fragile Middle East truce
Iran has said it will only accept a fair and comprehensive agreement in ongoing negotiations with the United States, as talks continue alongside a...
Ukraine accuses Russia of breaching ceasefire as attacks continue across frontline regions
Ukraine has accused Russia of violating a ceasefire proposed by Volodymyr Zelenskiy, which was meant to begin at midnight. Ukrainian officials reported continued strikes...
North Korea amends constitution to drop reunification and declare separate state status
North Korea has revised its constitution to remove references to reunification with South Korea and instead define its territory as separate, bordering the Republic...
Australia unveils 10.7 billion dollar fuel security plan with national reserve push
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced a major fuel security package worth 10.7 billion dollars as Australia faces ongoing concerns over supply disruptions. The...
Asia stock markets hit record highs on AI boom as yen surges and oil prices fall
Global markets rallied after Donald Trump signalled progress toward a potential agreement with Iran, easing fears around the Strait of Hormuz, a key route...
Dollar weakens on US Iran deal optimism while yen surges on intervention bets
The US dollar slipped against major currencies after signals from Donald Trump and Marco Rubio suggested progress toward a potential agreement with Iran. Trump...
Rubio to meet Pope Leo at Vatican as Trump criticism deepens diplomatic tensions
United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio is set to meet Pope Leo at the Vatican, with talks expected to cover religious freedom, Cuba,...
China Iran diplomatic talks begin in Beijing as Gulf tensions test fragile ceasefire
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi has begun high level talks in Beijing with his Iranian counterpart Abbas Araqchi at a time of rising tensions...