Former South Korean president Park Geun-hye’s home seized over unpaid debt
Ousted leader Park Geun-hye borrowed 2.5 billion won (S$2.1 million) to purchase the home in 2022.
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Xi Jinping discusses growing links, ties with US and global crises in video call with Vladimir Putin
China’s Xi Jinping held a video call with his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin to discuss bilateral ties and exchange strategies and views on current geopolitical tensions. The call between the two allies came just before President Xi held a wide-ranging phone call with US
Africa: Global Fund Launches Process to Select New Executive Director
[Global Fund] Geneva -- The Board of the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria (the Global Fund) has formally launched the process to select its next Executive Director for a four-year term starting from 2027.
West Africa: West Africa Takes Historic Step Toward Lassa Fever Vaccine Access With Launch of First End-to-End Roadmap
[Nigeria Health Watch] West Africa has today, 3rd February 2026, marked a major milestone in regional health security with the official launch of the Lassa Fever End-to-End (E2E) Access Roadmap for West Africa, a first-of-its-kind, regionally-led framework designed to ensure
Barry Manilow Postpones Las Vegas Residency After Cancer Surgery: ‘What the Doctor Ordered!’
The singer was set to perform at Westgate Las Vegas this month but moved the dates to focus on healing and his upcoming tour
Pope Leo XIV set to visit Peru later in 2026, bishops say, as planning advances
Peru’s Catholic bishops say preparations are under way for Pope Leo XIV to travel to Peru in November or the first week of December, a trip that would take the first U.S.-born pontiff back to a country where he served as a bishop and later obtained Peruvian citizenship.
How to open locked chests in Dragon Quest 7 Reimagined
You find many locked chests in Dragon Quest 7 Reimagined. To open them, you'll need to find the thief's key. Here's where it's located.
Best vocations in Dragon Quest 7 Reimagined
In this guide, you learn how to change vocations in Dragon Quest 7 Reimagined and which ones are the best classes to use in this RPG.
Best monster hearts in Dragon Quest 7 Reimagined
Monster hearts in Dragon Quest 7 Reimagined are power pieces of equipment and in this guide we listed the best for the early and midgame.
10 Dragon Quest 7 Reimagined beginner's tips and tricks
These 10 Dragon Quest 7 Reimagined beginner's tips will help you start your journey in this new version of a classic JRPG.
Australia dodges call for arrest of visiting Israel president
Australia’s Foreign Minister said he was invited in line with wishes by the Jewish community.
Breathing in the past: How museums can use biomolecular archaeology to bring ancient scents to life
Recent advances in biomolecular archaeology have revealed that ancient objects can retain the molecular fingerprints of past aromatic practices. These molecules provide unprecedented insight into ancient perfumery, medicine, ritual, and daily life.
Africa: GoCab Raises $45m to Scale Mobility, Credit Platform in Africa
[Daba Finance] London-based mobility and financial services platform GoCab has raised $45 million in new financing, split between $15 million in equity and $30 million in debt, as it steps up expansion across Africa.
Trump pushes Beijing to break from Tehran as he holds phone call with Chinese President Xi Jinping
Trump said he held an “excellent” phone call with his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping on Wednesday where the pair discussed many things, from trade to the war in Ukraine. Topping the agenda of their talks was the situation in Iran, as Washington continues to urge countries to
Pokemon theme park opens in Tokyo
Pokemon is one of Japan’s top cultural exports since its origin in 1996.
Africa: Grazing and Digging Put Some Herbivores At Greater Risk From Toxic Elements in Soil - New Research
[The Conversation Africa] If you've watched a giraffe browsing in the tree canopy, a white rhino meandering across open grassland or a warthog shuffling around on its knees in South Africa's Kalahari desert, you know what they eat: leaves, grass, shoots and roots. With every
Finneas Slams ‘Powerful Old White Men’ Who Are ‘Outraged’ About Billie Eilish’s Grammy Speech: ‘We Can Literally See Your Names in the Epstein Files’
Finneas took to Instagram Threads on Wednesday to defend his superstar sister and songwriting partner, Billie Eilish, from “very powerful old white men” who are “outraged” about her Grammys acceptance speech. “Seeing a lot of very powerful old white men outraged about what my
It’s no joke: Indonesia’s nightlife gets high on ‘laughing gas’ while experts warn of danger
The death of a 26-year old influencer has thrown nitrous oxide, or “laughing gas”, into the national spotlight.
Taiwan should have no illusions about America’s support
For decades, Taiwan has drawn comfort from the belief that the United States stands as its ultimate security guarantor. Recent statements from Washington again describe Taiwan as a “vital partner” in technology, semiconductors and economic security. Yet history suggests that
Sony Pictures Revenue Drops 12%, Overall Company Operating Income Jumps Up 22% in December Quarter
Sony Group raised its outlook for the current fiscal year ending in March, as the Tokyo-based tech and entertainment company beat expectations with a 22% increase in operating income. For the three months ended Dec. 31, its third quarter of fiscal 2025, Sony reported total
Sony Pictures Revenue Drops 12%, Music Posts Strong Results as Overall Company Operating Income Jumps Up 22% in December Quarter
Sony Group raised its outlook for the current fiscal year ending in March, as the Tokyo-based tech and entertainment company beat expectations with a 22% increase in operating income for the September-December 2025 quarter. For the three months ended Dec. 31, its third quarter
Schumer, Jeffries send DHS reform demands to GOP leadership
Democratic leaders laid out their demands for reform at the Department of Homeland Security in a letter to Republican leadership on Wednesday, as lawmakers race to reach a compromise before the agency’s funding runs out in less than 10 days. A funding package passed earlier
Indonesia moves to professionalise padel as sport’s rapid rise fuels demand for licensed coaches, referees
Padel in Indonesia has enjoyed a strong start but the real test is turning today’s excitement into lasting impact, said observers.
Fewer storms, more heatwaves expected in Vietnam for 2026
Cold fronts in the early months of 2026 are expected to be weaker.
Thailand's pilot PM Anutin on course to keep top job
Analysts expect him to emerge from post-election negotiations at the head of a new coalition.
33 TB cases found in Kota Tinggi outbreak: Johor health department
Malaysia's Health Ministry officials are working to limit the spread of the disease, said the health minister.
Australia says attempted bombing of national day protest was act of terror
SYDNEY, Feb 5 - Australian authorities said on Thursday they were treating as a terrorism incident an attempt to bomb a rally protesting against the country's national day on January 26, the first such charge in the state of Western Australia.
South Korea trade envoy says making 'good faith' efforts to meet terms of US deal
US President Donald Trump threatened last week to hike tariffs on imports from South Korea, blaming a delay in enacting a trade deal in which the Asian ally promised to invest US$350 billion in the United States.
Australian police charge man after finding 23,000 child abuse images
Victims were aged between seven and 15 and lived both in Australia and abroad.
Cracker Barrel responds to reports that employees may only dine at its restaurants during work travel: ‘Not new’
Cracker Barrel told FOX Business that it requires employees to eat exclusively at its restaurants while traveling for work.
Trump Says He’s Ordered ‘All Federal Law Enforcement’ to Search for Savannah Guthrie’s Mother: ‘The Prayers of Our Nation Are With Her’
President Donald Trump on Wednesday announced to TruthSocial that he’s directed all federal law enforcement to help search for Savannah Guthrie’s 84-year-old mother, Nancy, who went missing in a suspected kidnapping last weekend. “I spoke with Savannah Guthrie, and let her know
Indonesia expects preferential US market access under new tariff deal, says presidential trade envoy
Indonesia’s Presidential Special Envoy for International Trade and Multilateral Cooperation Mari Pangestu told CNA the deal reflects a more balanced approach to trade and investment ties.
Chrysler recalls over 450K vehicles citing brake light failure
The recall affects 456,287 vehicles and an additional 2,871 tow-trailer modules.
Lorry driver killed, 30 hurt in crash involving express bus and two lorries on Malaysian highway
The accident involved an express bus, a 10-tonne bonded lorry and a trailer lorry.
Savannah Guthrie Tells Mother’s Suspected Kidnapper She’s ‘Ready to Talk’
In a video posted to social media, the Today show host and her siblings pleaded for their mother's safe return
As Coupang data leak probe in South Korea drags on, delivery workers, sellers bear the cost
Declining user activity and order volumes have rippled through Coupang’s logistics ecosystem.
The total conversion mod remaking the lost Fallout 3 in Fallout: New Vegas got its first trailer and a new name
Van Buren will never die.
China's Xi reasserts Taiwan stance in call with Trump, while U.S. president pushes trade
Beijing stressed Taiwan is the most important issue while Trump highlights the trade aspects of the bilateral relations.
Rockhopper Penguins’ Athleticism Makes Them the Daredevils of the Animal World. Will a Warming Climate Slow Them Down?
"A visit to the Falkland Islands, where the fearless seabirds navigate the rugged topography with tenacious spunk, shows the new challenges they face."
Doctor who treated Bondi Junction mass killer referred to health regulator
A coroner has found Joel Cauchi's doctor failed to heed warnings he was having a relapse of schizophrenia.
Trump directing federal law enforcement to help search for Savannah Guthrie's missing mother
President Trump on Wednesday said he is directing federal agents to assist in the search for "Today" show anchor Savannah Guthrie's mother, Nancy Guthrie. "I spoke with Savannah Guthrie, and let her know that I am directing ALL Federal Law Enforcement to be at the family’s, and
AI foundation model aims to make stem cell therapies more predictable
One of the most enduring goals in regenerative medicine is deceptively simple: replace a person's damaged or dying cells with healthy new ones grown in the laboratory.
Indonesia’s F-15 fighter jet deal falls through after years of talks
The deal is Indonesia’s attempt to modernise its air force’s ageing fleet.
Canada must maintain working-level trade ties with China, says ex-trade minister
United States President Donald Trump recently warned of imposing a 100 per cent tariff on Canadian imports if Ottawa deepens trade engagement with Beijing.
The CIA has deleted the CIA World Factbook (a popular...
The CIA has deleted the CIA World Factbook (a popular almanac about the countries of the world) from the web. Fuck this. All these assholes do is pillage & destroy. 💬 Join the discussion on kottke.org →
Just under two weeks from its release date, devil's bargain deckbuilder The Killing Stone announces it will be launching into early access instead
It takes longer than you think to thoroughly shuffle a deck.
Watch: CNA Summit 2026 in Indonesia on smart growth in a new era
Today’s leaders face shifting geopolitics, faster AI adoption and rising expectations for inclusive growth. Tune into the CNA Summit 2026 as senior decision-makers discuss how to turn capital into delivery confidence, scale innovation across diverse markets, and build resilient
Trump Says He ‘Won’t Be Involved’ in Justice Department Review of Warner Bros. Discovery Sale
President Donald Trump says he will not be personally involved in the Justice Department’s pending antitrust review of Netflix’s proposed acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery. Trump told NBC News anchor Tom Llamas that he made the decision to leave the process to the Justice
