China navy conducts drills in Pacific; Japan scrambles jets
The drills come amid heightened diplomatic tensions between the Asian neighbours.
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Turkey, US will find way of removing CAATSA sanctions 'very soon', Turkish FM says
By Samia Nakhoul DOHA, Dec 6 (Reuters) - Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan told Reuters on Saturday that he believed Turkey and the United States would find a way to remove U.S. CAATSA sanctions "very soon", and added the NATO allies had started working on the issue.
Merz promotes peace plan with Abbas ahead of visit to Israel
In the run-up to his trip to Israel, the German Chancellor spoke with Mahmoud Abbas about the US peace plan and called for reforms in the Palestinian leadership. The goal remains a negotiated solution for more security in the region.
Brazilian Drama ‘Low Light’ Sparks Momentum at Ventana Sur Copia Final With Trio of Awards, Eyes Major Festival Launch (EXCLUSIVE)
Bel Bechara and Sandro Serpa’s Brazilian drama “Low Light” (“Lusco-Fusco”), a Rafaella Costa production at Manjericão Filmes, emerged as one of the standout titles at Ventana Sur’s Copia Final sidebar, scooping the Cine+ OCS Award, the Estúdio Silver Award and the Send Files
Fractured coalitions and fading leverage
Subscribe now with a one-month trial for only $1, then enjoy the first year at an exclusive rate of just $99. Witkoff–Kushner mission exposes divide between Washington and Kyiv James Davis reports that Kyiv rejected core elements of Trump’s peace plan during difficult Miami
Pluribus episode 6 theory reveals Carol is more danger than the other survivors
Carol learns more about the hivemind in Pluribus episode 6, but they seem to be lying to her by omission
India’s pilot safety rules that hit IndiGo operations and air travel
Lack of proper planning, IndiGo has admitted, ultimately led to disruptions this week.
Cities: Skylines 2 finally gets its asset editor in a parting gift from the series' original developers
Editor aims to let players "create complex assets on par with official content."
Gaza cease-fire at critical juncture as 'conflict isn't just about Gaza,' Qatari, Turkish officials say
Turkey's Foreign Minister and Qatar's Prime Minister said during the Doha Forum conference that there's still a 'big question' over the formation of an international security force for Gaza and that peace in the region could only take place with the eventual establishment of a
Netflix’s Warner Bros. Takeover Sparks Concerns in France as Exhibitors Brace for Impact on Theatrical Model
Netflix’s stunning $83 billion takeover of Warner Bros., announced yesterday, sent French exhibitors into high alert in a market where Warner Bros. — alongside Disney and Universal — drive the local box office. France is simultaneously Netflix’s strongest international markets
Ghostwriters, polo shirts, and the fall of a landmark pesticide study
A flagship study that declared the weedkiller Roundup posed no serious health risks has been retracted with little fanfare, ending a 25-year saga that exposed how corporate interests can distort scientific research and influence government decision-making.
Egyptian actor faces challenge in iconic role of singer Umm Kulthum
It took Egyptian actor Mona Zaki more than a year's preparation to take on the hardest role of her career -- the iconic singer Umm Kulthum, a legend in the Arab world. Marwan Hamed's "El Sett" ("The Lady") premiered this week at the Marrakech International Film Festival, where
Actions and beliefs
It’s tempting to believe that our actions follow our beliefs. That’s what we do, it seems, and so others must as well. In fact, just about always, our beliefs arise as a result of our actions. If you want to change what people believe, change how they act.
Russia launches large-scale attack at Ukraine ahead of peace talks between Kyiv and Washington
Moscow launched 653 drones and 51 missiles at Ukraine overnight into Saturday, triggering air raid alerts across the country and wounding at least eight people.
Germany's Merz makes first visit to Israel as chancellor
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz heads to Israel on Saturday for his first visit since taking office, aiming to reaffirm traditionally solid ties that were shaken during the Gaza war. Merz, after stopping in Jordan for talks with King Abdullah II, is set to fly on to Israel in
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HD-2D still hasn’t lived up to its full potential
Some of Square Enix's most beloved games, like Chrono Trigger and the early Final Fantasy titles, are begging for HD-2D remakes.
The Memo: Hegseth sees political dangers wane on boat strikes
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth got a key moment of respite late this week that could help him bat back a plethora of controversies. The moment came on Thursday, when Adm. Frank Bradley reportedly told lawmakers at a closed-door session on Capitol Hill that he had received no
Hey, Does Anyone Want to Talk About Donald Trump’s Infirmities?
In case you missed it, President Donald Trump fell asleep on television this week. There he was, in the middle of a meeting with the members of his Cabinet, completely set adrift on memory bliss as the pool cameras rolled, locked on his dozy face. Before you worry too much,
Gas prices sink while electricity jumps, giving both GOP and Dems an affordability talking point
Gasoline prices are down while electric and natural gas costs are up, turning the issue of energy affordability into a political Rorschach test. Democrats are lambasting the White House for high power bills, while President Trump and his allies tout low prices at the pump.
White Is the Color of My Crypto Dreams
Gimmickry at the Miami fairs, controversial color of the year pick, curatorial silence, and the story of a 500-year-old foot sketch.
Hong Kong summons international news outlets to issue rare warning over Wang Fuk fire
The authorities said some reports “spread false information” and “incited social division and confrontation.”
At least 11 killed in South Africa mass shooting
Gunmen stormed a hostel near Pretoria and opened fire, killing 11 people including a three-year-old.
Sudanese paramilitary drone attack kills 50, including 33 children, doctor group says
Thursday's attack is the latest in the fighting between the paramilitary group, the Rapid Support Forces, also known as the RSF, and the Sudanese military, who have been at war for over two years.
HK election chief urges public to vote on Dec 7 amid calls for postponement
Postponing it will create a “vacuum period” in the legislature, he said.
‘Can you hear us?’: IndiGo meltdown turns grand wedding reception into a video call for newlyweds
India’s biggest airline, IndiGo, began cancelling hundreds of flights from Dec 2.
Trump gets first edition of FIFA Peace Prize
US President Donald Trump was awarded the newly created FIFA Peace Prize on Friday during the high-profile draw for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, during which the 12 groups to compete across the United States, Mexico, and Canada next year were determined.
Russia terminates military agreements with Portugal, France and Canada
Portugal and France both support EU proposals to use frozen Russian assets to provide loans to Ukraine amid Moscow's all-out war, now well into its fourth year.
Indonesians climb over logs in walk to aid centre as flood deaths rise over 900
Green groups blame deforestation linked to mining and logging for amplifying damage from the floods.
Gaza talks at critical moment, ceasefire not complete, Qatar's prime minister says
DOHA, Dec 6 - Negotiations on consolidating the U.S.-backed truce in the war in Gaza are at a \"critical\" moment, Qatar's Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman al-Thani said on Saturday.
Brazil's economy grows 0.1% in Q3 of 2025
Brazil's economy expanded by 0.1% in the third quarter of 2025 compared with the previous quarter. Year-on-year, Brazil's Gross Domestic Product (GDP) —the measure of the total value of goods and services produced in the country—rose by 1.8%. Over the past four quarters, GDP
With elections following deadly fire, Hong Kong moves to stifle dissent
The suppression campaign shows how the Hong Kong government is using Beijing’s playbook to respond to crises that could mobilize large groups of aggrieved people.
Can Germany stop extremism by banning a far-right party? Some want to try.
Banning Alternative for Germany, a far-right party, might seem undemocratic but Germany’s constitution allows such prohibitions to prevent a repeat of Nazism.
‘All being poisoned slowly’: Air purifiers offer only limited respite from India’s chronic pollution
According to a report, no major Indian city recorded safe Air Quality Index levels from 2015 to 2025.
Groups set for 2026 Football World Cup
The groups for the expanded 2026 FIFA World Cup were finalized on Friday following a high-profile draw held at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, DC.
Fewer Chinese tourists might be the overtourism break Japan needs
Despite the adverse economic impact, Japanese are largely relieved that there are fewer tourists.
Hong Kong finance chief scraps Tokyo visit amid China-Japan row
The city’s authorities also suspended exchanges with the Japanese Consulate General in Hong Kong.
Kiwi forestry giant approved for Uruguayan benefits program
New Zealand forestry giant Claymark has received official approval for a major investment in Uruguay, committing over US$100 million to establish large-scale operations in the South American nation.
Argentina: Welcome ceremony for F-16s rescheduled due to weather
Weather conditions have forced Argentine President Javier Milei to move forward the reception ceremony for the first batch of US-built F-16 fighter jets bought from Denmark, following their 12,000 km delivery journey.
In another blow to press freedom in the US, White House launches media 'Hall of Shame'
The portal's launch comes as Trump ramps up his campaign against what he labels as 'fake news,' and as the US President faces mounting criticism for repeatedly lashing out at journalists.
South Georgia welcomes the UK/Oversea Territories’ biodiversity strategy
The Government of South Georgia and South Sandwich Islands, GSGSSI, welcomes the publication of the UK OT biodiversity strategy which reaffirms the commitment of the UK government to work with OT territory governments to conserve, protect, and restore biodiversity in the
'We'll bring him home': Thai family's long wait for Gaza hostage to end
By Thomas Suen NONG KHAI, Thailand, Dec 6 (Reuters) - Two years after Thai worker Sudthisak Rinthalak was killed by Hamas militants, his family in northeastern Thailand is preparing to welcome his remains home and hold a Buddhist ceremony they believe will bring his spirit
Argentina: Dollar keeps falling after new debt plan announcement
Argentina's official exchange rate and key financial dollar segments registered declines on Friday, after Economy Minister Luis 'Toto' Caputo announced plans for a new dollar-denominated bond issuance aimed at refinancing maturities and strengthening foreign currency reserves.'