South Korea to change e-mail addresses of diplomats after cyber attack

The cyber attack leaked personal data of up to 10,000 Korea National Diplomatic Academy users.

Bangkok bus stranded across railway tracks after sudden traffic stop, driver disciplined

The Bangkok Mass Transit Authority also apologised for the incident.

Trump vows to punish Iran and Houthis for attacks in Red Sea

DUBAI, July 24 - U.S. President Donald Trump promised \"major military punishment\" for Iran and its Houthi allies after the Yemeni fighters struck two Saudi oil tankers in the Red Sea, extending the Middle East war to a second major shipping chokepoint.

China braces for heavy rain as tropical storm Noul edges closer

HONG KONG, July 24 - China on Friday warned of heavy rain and severe flood risks as the third tropical cyclone this month tracked closer to the country's southern coast, where it is expected to intensify over the weekend.

Rare heron seen at Somerset estate where river has been allowed to run free

Black-crowned night heron one of many species thriving at Holnicote Estate where river ‘reset’ has transformed area into lush oasis A rare black-crowned night heron has been spotted on an estate in the south-west of England where an innovative river “reset” is transforming the

Charli XCX’s New Album ‘Music, Fashion, Film’ Is Here

"It’s not creatively rewarding for me to make the same thing twice," British pop star says of her Brat follow-up

More people use ChatGPT as a therapist: two experts explain why

Talking to ChatGPT about anxiety, break-ups or personal problems is becoming increasingly common. Two psychologists examine why more and more people turn to artificial intelligence for emotional support.

CNA Explains: With the Houthis' Red Sea threat, is the world running out of detours?

Analysts warn that a simultaneous disruption of two key waterways - the Bab el-Mandeb Strait and the Strait of Hormuz - would put global supply chains under strain.

Malaysian actress Lydia Ibtisam dies at 45, following complications from autoimmune disease

Lydia Ibtisam, famous for her starring role in the interactive drama series Impian Illyana, died on Thursday (Jul 23).

Malaysia back in the F1 frame as Bahrain hopes recede

A likely race slot would be between Baku on Sep 26 and Singapore on Oct 11, sources say.

Thick as Thieves won't be getting any more content updates: 'To be frank, this is not the outcome that any of us want'

For $5, it did seem too good to be true.

India youth protest leaders to hold talks with government but protests will continue

NEW DELHI, July 24 - Leaders of India's youth-led \"cockroach\" movement will meet the government on Friday to try and resolve a face-off over national examination paper leaks although they will not halt nationwide protests, a spokesperson for the group said.

US imposes new tariffs on dozens of countries over 'forced labour' claims

The newly-announced tariffs, ranging from 10 to 12.5%, will replace expiring global tariffs on Friday announced by Trump earlier this year.

Director Na Hong-Jin Makes Comic-Con Debut With Frightening New ‘Hope’ Footage, Says Casting Hoyeon Was His ‘Best Decision’

South Korean director Na Hong-Jin made his San Diego Comic-Con debut to preview his latest film, Neon’s alien action movie “Hope.” Before the action auteur took the stage in Ballroom 20, a sizzle reel of his previous work — from his 2008 debut “The Chaser” to “The Yellow Sea”

‘Sia: Nostalgic for the Present’ Review: A Concert Performance Film from 2016, but It Channels Sia’s Mystery and Power

Sia’s greatest songs, like "Unstoppable" and "Titanium" and "The Greatest," are anthems of strength, power, fortitude, invincibility, and watching the movie it’s fascinating to behold how her facelessness feeds that quality. She’s an abstract figure, a pair of lips singing, and

3D-printed bioplastic pods offer new hope for seagrass restoration in Thailand

A new collaborative research project between Murdoch University and Walailak University (WU) aims to restore seagrass meadows in Thailand using 3D-printed pods made from bioplastics.

Kagan says Supreme Court is not a ‘rubber stamp’ for Trump

Supreme Court Justice Elena Kagan said Thursday that while the nation’s highest court has a conservative majority, it is not a “rubber stamp” for President Trump despite multiple rulings in his favor in major cases. Speaking at a judicial conference hosted by the 9th U.S.

Trump's new global tariff draws rebukes from trade partners over forced-labor justification

U.S. trading partners have rejected the forced-labor rationale behind Trump's new global tariffs, while most signaled plans to keep negotiating.

Bon Jovi Abruptly Ends MSG Concert Due to Sinus Infection

"Don’t throw away your ticket stubs, I’m gonna figure something out," the singer said from the stage before ending the night early

China coast guard reports third clash with Philippines this week

On July 23, Manila said a China Coast Guard vessel fired a water cannon at a Filipino vessel.

US military says it completed 13th consecutive night of strikes on Iran

By Kanishka Singh WASHINGTON, July 23 (Reuters) - The U.S. military said late on Thursday it completed its latest round of strikes on Iran that marked a 13th consecutive night of American attacks. Here are quotes and details: • The latest strikes lasted more than two hours,

U.S., other nations back open-source AI with 'strong security' at China summit

The APEC statement is the first to include open-source cooperation at a minister level, said Li Lecheng, China's industry and information technology minister.

Iranians find community in art, culture and memes as missiles fly

Coverage of the conflict between Iran, Israel and the United States has largely focused on battlefield developments, political statements and international diplomacy. However, another story has been unfolding on the streets of Iran. Despite fears of further military escalation

Record 1,319 public school teachers in Japan cite mental health as reason for quitting

The increase reflects the growing burden on teachers as the number of students with special needs rises.

Federal judges allow Tennessee congressional map dividing majority-Black Memphis district

A federal judicial panel on Thursday allowed Tennessee to use a new congressional map that divides a majority-Black district in Memphis, rejecting an effort to block the plan ahead of the state’s primary elections in August. A three-judge panel declined to issue a preliminary

Researchers explore classroom applications of AI new learning platforms

Artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly embedded in classroom practice in Hong Kong, following the Education Bureau's release of the Blueprint for Digital Education Development in Primary and Secondary Schools and its commitment to supporting innovative technology in

Biillions in Trump tariff refunds won’t unwind the damage done

An Australian clothing company, Nashie, recently received a six-figure refund from the US government, including 6% interest, for tariffs it had paid on US imports. It’s just one of thousands of businesses reclaiming tariffs imposed on what President Donald Trump called

Trump to impose 'forced labor' duties on Friday as temporary 10% US tariffs expire

By David Lawder July 23 (Reuters) - The Trump administration on Friday will impose new tariffs of 10% and 12.5% on goods from 60 trading partners, including the European Union, over allegations of lax enforcement of forced labor bans, just as a temporary 10% global tariff

Myanmar's ties with ASEAN remain strained despite signs of renewed engagement

The country is seeking to normalise ties with the regional bloc after years of being sidelined from top-level meetings.

Creepy Twins, Religious Fanaticism and a Loaded Gun Collide in Tense Chamber Drama ‘Godhead’ — Fantasia

Mark H. Rapaport’s new film “Godhead” is a master-class in ratcheting up tension. Shot in black-and-white with camerawork that makes the audience feel like a voyeur uncovering perverse secrets, the film blends faith, sex, lies and discomfort into an unknowable dance between its

Japan’s leader invokes her hero, Shinzo Abe, to drive nationalist agenda

The Japanese PM frequently leveraged her ties to Abe to rally support for her nationalist agenda.

Iran ramps up executions under shadow of war

Vahid Baniamerian's family only found out he was going to be executed when Iranian state media reports flashed on their phones, saying the supreme court would review his death sentence. "They did not give any warning. Even the lawyer didn't know," a close relative of

Zach Cregger Teases His ‘Weapons’ Prequel and Its “Crazy” Approach to Gladys’ Origin Story

"There's an amazing story to be told about where Gladys comes from," the filmmaker told the Comic-Con crowd.

How an iceberg may have stopped emperor penguins from breeding on Coulman Island in 2025

The number of chicks in the Coulman Island emperor penguin colony decreased by about 69% in 2025 compared with 2024, according to research published in Communications Earth & Environment. The authors suggest that a large iceberg, which grounded off the island between July 2025

Plant scientist explains the impact of the EU's new gene-editing rules

The European Union adopted new legislation on plants obtained through certain new genomic techniques in June 2026. The new framework will apply after a two-year transition period. It distinguishes between two categories. Plants in Category 1 (NGT-1) have a limited number and

China urges deeper security cooperation with Belarus, Uzbekistan

BEIJING, July 24 - Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi emphasised security cooperation in separate meetings with his Belarusian and Uzbek counterparts, his ministry said in two statements released on Friday.

Who holds power? Puerto Ricans' distrust runs deep

Puerto Ricans share deep skepticism toward elected officials and a widespread sense of limited self-governance, according to a new study from the University of Michigan's Institute for Social Research and the University of Puerto Rico-Río Piedras.

’72 Hours’ Review: Kevin Hart Tries to Be Down With the Kids in a Mediocre ‘Hangover’ Knockoff

Great comedies are in short supply these days, but “72 Hours” offers a reminder that a crime subplot can quickly ruin even a potentially average one. Directed by Tim Story (“Barbershop,” “Ride Along”) and written by Jon Hurwitz and Hayden Schlossberg (the “Harold & Kumar”

‘Stuart Fails to Save the Universe’ Co-Creator Bill Prady Explains the Science Behind the Show’s Multiverse

SPOILER ALERT: This story contains spoilers from the series premiere of “Stuart Fails to Save the Universe,” now streaming on HBO Max. HBO Max’s “Stuart Fails to Save the Universe” opens in a post-apocalyptic Pasadena, an alternative world where zombie hands poke out of the

D4vd’s DNA Allegedly Found on Trash Bag Linked to Teen Victim’s Blood

The singer is facing charges he murdered Celeste Rivas Hernandez to cover up his sexual abuse of the 14-year-old girl

Men Flock to Microdramas, Romance Stories Rule and Sunday Nights are Prime Time for Viewing

Microdrama viewership has grown 28-fold over the past two years, and it’s not just for women of a certain age anymore. More than two-thirds of users, male and female, watch romance-based series. And just like TV, microdrama viewership typically peaks on Sunday nights between

AI and human ingenuity may be bringing a new golden age of math

In May 2026, OpenAI released a new math result that sent shock waves throughout the world of mathematical research. A major unsolved problem called the “unit distance conjecture” had just been resolved by generative AI. Since then, there’s been a steady drumbeat of new results

Mitochondrial mechanism links protein folding to heme production and cell energy

Researchers at the University of Cologne have discovered a previously unknown mechanism that links two fundamental processes in mitochondria. The team, led by Julia Racho and Dylan Stobbe under the supervision of Professor Dr. Jan Riemer from the Institute of Biochemistry at

Cambodia’s leader Hun Manet pledges more to tackle evolving scam networks

Indian activist ends fast but youth protesters still seek minister's ouster

Sonam Wangchuk said that he ended a 26-day hunger strike after "a long negotiation on various conditions and in view of possible violence in the country".

Doomsday warning for Hollywood as LA shoot days plummet in latest figures

While Hollywood films seem to be rebounding at the box office - with recent projections hinting that this could be the first domestic $10 billion year since 2019 - production in Los Angeles is still sagging.

Canada ready to respond as Trump’s tariffs go into effect, Carney says

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney says Canada is ready to respond if Donald Trump’s 50% tariffs on $19.8 billion of exports take effect on Aug. 19.

Recoverable molecular helper guides synthesis of highly pure chiral rotaxanes

Chiral molecules can exist in left- and right-handed forms. Although these mirror-image forms may look almost identical, they can behave very differently in chemical reactions, biological systems and advanced materials. Preparing one mirror-image form in high purity is

Trump ramps up threats of major operations in Iran

Welcome to The Hill's Defense & NatSec newsletter {beacon} Defense &National Security Defense &National Security The Big Story Trump ramps up threats of major operations in Iran President Trump told Axios he's nearing a decision on whether to launch a "massive attack" on

USDA: Food supply is safe despite cyclospora, screwworm fights

Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins sought to reassure Americans on Thursday that the nation’s food supply remains safe despite an ongoing cyclospora outbreak and the spread of the New World screwworm. “The food supply remains the best, the safest, the most affordable in the