Trump’s trade deal with India has become a headache for Modi
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People in Japan scammed out of record $2.7 billion in 2025
This amount is a 62.8 per cent increase from the total in 2024.
Africa: Somalia Wins Seat On AU Peace and Security Council
[Reporter] Somalia is among the 10 countries whose representatives have secured a seat on the AU Peace and Security Council (AU PSC). Others who will serve a two-year term on the Council include DRC, Gabon, Uganda, Morocco, Lesotho, South Africa, Benin, Cote d'Ivoire, and
China is the bright spot in Trump’s foreign policy
After one year in office, the Trump administration’s foreign policy has drawn mostly negative reviews. Major efforts to bring peace to both Eastern Europe and the Middle East—both admittedly tall orders—have resulted in meager progress. That is to say nothing of the intense
Why red roses on Valentine's Day are so bad for the planet – video
A dozen red roses may say 'I love you', but many conventional bouquets carry an environmental price, having been imported by air, dipped in chemicals and wrapped in plastic. Guardian Australia's Petra Stock explains how you can choose flowers that show you care for both a
Canada school suspect shooter identified as 18-year-old with history of police visits to her home
The suspect of the Tumbler Ridge school mass shooting, which left seven victims plus the shooter dead, has been identified as 18-year-old Jesse Van Rootselaar.
Ashley Walters on Tackling Directorial Debut ‘Animol’ While Juggling the Life-Transforming Aftermath of ‘Adolescence’: ‘It Was Nuts, but It Had to Be Done’
When Ashley Walters started work on “Animol,” he had little idea what would be coming around the corner. The film — a gritty and tense coming-of-age drama set in a British juvenile detention center and tackling themes such as identity, betrayal and sexuality — marks his feature
Africa: From Emergency to Endurance - What It Will Take to Sustain Mpox Control in Africa
[Nigeria Health Watch] For the first time since the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) was established, the agency used its expanded mandate under the revised 2022 statutes to declare mpox a Public Health Emergency of Continental Security (PHECS) in August
Mario Tennis Fever Beginner's tips and tricks
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All characters and color variations in Mario Tennis Fever
There are 38 characters to choose from in Mario Tennis Fever. Here's how to unlock them all along with their color variations.
All academy quiz answers in Mario Tennis Fever
In Mario Tennis Fever, you'll need to make it through the academy and its tough quizzes before you go on your journey. Here are all the quiz answers.
All Fever rackets in Mario Tennis Fever
Fever rackets let you power up your swing with a unique ability in Mario Tennis Fever. Here's how to unlock them all.
Rich medieval Christians bought graves 'closer to God' despite leprosy stigma, archaeologists find
Medieval Christians in Denmark showed off their wealth in death by buying prestigious graves: the closer to the church, the higher the price. Researchers used these gravesites to investigate social exclusion based on illness, by studying whether people with leprosy—a highly
‘The Last Day,’ Starring Alicia Vikander, Wagner Moura, Victoria Pedretti, Boarded by WestEnd, First Image Revealed (EXCLUSIVE)
WestEnd Films has acquired international sales rights to “The Last Day,” the feature debut written and directed by artist Rachel Rose, and is releasing an exclusive first picture. The film stars Alicia Vikander, an Oscar winner with “The Danish Girl,” and Wagner Moura, who is
Berlinale’s Teddy Awards Celebrate 40th Anniversary as Queer Cinema Faces Fresh Threats: ‘Globally We’re Facing a Backlash’
Berlin’s Teddy Awards have been celebrating queer films and artists since their inception 40 years ago, with past winners including Gus van Sant and Pedro Almodóvar. The initiative was not initially conceived as an award but rather a way of spotlighting LGBTQI+ films submitted
North Korea’s Kim positioning daughter as successor, Seoul spy agency briefing says
There are signs she is providing input on policy matters, South Korean lawmakers said.
3 Johor pupils recover from TB; 4 more still being treated
No schools in the Malaysian state have been instructed to close for now.
Why Malaysia’s latest judicial commissioner picks are reviving worries about court independence
The appointments come just months after the country narrowly avoided a judicial crisis in July last year.
Africa: African Researchers Call for Stronger Integration to Advance Continental Agenda
[ENA] Addis Ababa -- Senior African researchers have called for deeper collaboration and greater integration to accelerate the continent's research and development agenda.
Africa: AU Commissioner Praises GERD As Model of Africa's Self-Financed Infrastructure
[ENA] The African Union Commissioner for Infrastructure and Energy, Lerato Mataboge, has described the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam as a landmark example of Africa's ability to finance and deliver transformative infrastructure using its own resources.
Africa: Public Healthcare and Contracting Out - Can It Work? Global Review Presents Some Answers
[The Conversation Africa] Universal health coverage - ensuring everyone can get quality, affordable healthcare when they need it - is one of the targets of the Sustainable Development Goals.
Africa: Sumud Alliance - 'Reasons for Suspension of Sudan's AU Membership Still Exist'
[Dabanga] Addis Ababa -- A delegation from Sudan's Civil Democratic Alliance of Revolutionary Forces (Sumud) pre-empted the African summit in the Ethiopian capital, Addis Ababa, by holding intensive consultations with 'influential countries' in decision-making within the
Africa: Bridging the Capital Gap - Strategic Public-Private Partnerships Invest in Young Agri-Entrepreneurs
[IPS] Nairobi -- The global aid system is crumbling amidst chronic underinvestment in rural areas, posing a systemic threat to food systems everywhere.
China's Xi Jinping makes rare reference to recent military purge
Zhang Youxia, widely seen as Xi's closest military ally, was in January removed from his post.
US wields nuclear test claim to press China on arms control
A disputed Chinese nuclear test has become the latest stress test for a global arms control system already coming apart. At the Conference on Disarmament, the US accused China this month of carrying out a covert nuclear explosive test in June 2020. The allegation came just a
James Van Der Beek’s Family Earns $1 Million From GoFundMe in Hours After His Death
The community has come together in a big way following the death of James Van Der Beek. The actor died at 48 on Feb. 11, following a battle with colorectal cancer. Shortly after the news broke, his friends started a GoFundMe account, asking for help for his wife, Kimberly Van
Biden-pardoned Maduro ally again targeted by DOJ
A close ally of Venezuela's former regime leader is being targeted by the Department of Justice (DOJ) after receiving a pardon during the Biden administration. Alex Saab, Venezuela's former Minister of Industry and National Production, is being investigated by DOJ officials for
More seniors in China growing addicted to the internet; loneliness, boredom cited as key reasons
One senior spent 10,000 yuan (S$1,820) tipping streamers within a month.
US signals easing of energy restrictions after energy secretary’s Caracas visit
Venezuela’s acting President and Oil Minister Delcy Rodríguez met on Wednesday at Miraflores Palace with US Energy Secretary Chris Wright to discuss what the Venezuelan government described as “an energy agenda that benefits both nations,” as bilateral contacts continue to
Cambodia floats new law in crackdown on gangs running scam farms
Cambodia does not have a comprehensive set of laws to address crimes related to scams.
Nearly 3,000 bullying cases recorded in Malaysia’s govt schools in 2025: Education Minister
As at Nov 19, 2025, safety audits had been carried out at 1,758 schools .
Protests expected on Israeli President Herzog's last day in Australia
By Alasdair Pal SYDNEY, Feb 12 (Reuters) - Pro-Palestine protesters will rally in Melbourne on Thursday on the final day of Israeli President Isaac Herzog's trip to Australia, following protests in the capital Canberra and violent clashes between protesters and police in
Venezuela reopens airspace as flight links restart after months of disruption
Venezuela said it has reopened its commercial airspace after restrictions that had disrupted international routes since late 2025, a shift that airlines are beginning to translate into a phased return of flights to and from Caracas.
Russia moves to block WhatsApp in messaging app crackdown
WhatsApp says the move aims to push its 90 million users in Russia to a "state-owned surveillance app".
Protests expected on Israeli President Herzog’s last day in Australia
Police and protesters clashed in Sydney on the evening of Feb 9, with 27 arrested.
Climate anxiety: Misconceptions and advice
Many people feel anxious about climate change and other trends in the world around us. However, there are constructive ways to cope with one's emotions. In step with the incorporation of the word "klimatångest" (climate anxiety) in the Swedish vocabulary, more and more
Japan’s main opposition begins two-horse leadership race after election defeat
A new leader - either Mr Junya Ogawa or Mr Takeshi Shina - is set to be chosen on Feb 13.
IRS improperly disclosed immigrant tax data to DHS: Report
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) improperly disclosed confidential tax data of thousands of people to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) as part of the Trump administration’s push to crack down on immigration enforcement measures across agencies. Last April, DHS
Fire breaks out in Orang Asli village in Johor, damaging 30 houses
The operation to contain the fire is ongoing.
Bud Cort, star of cult classic Harold and Maude, dies aged 77
The veteran actor of stage and screen appeared in more than 80 films and TV series.
Just 5 weeks of brain training may protect against dementia for 20 years
A simple brain-training program that sharpens how quickly older adults process visual information may have a surprisingly powerful long-term payoff. In a major 20-year study of adults 65 and older, those who completed five to six weeks of adaptive “speed of processing” training
UN aid relief a potential opening for Trump-Kim talks, say analysts
No tangible progress has been made between the US and North Korea since a 2019 summit collapsed.
Thailand's election commission faces pressure over vote transparency
Members of the public raised concerns on social media about possible irregularities in the vote count and small protests erupted nationwide, with a trending Thai hashtag #RecountForTheWholeCountry.
'Gaybourhoods' boost LGB voter turnout
Living near other lesbian, gay, and bisexual (LGB) people makes LGB people significantly more likely to vote, according to new research published in The Journal of Politics. When the share of LGB residents in a neighborhood increases by just one percentage point, LGB residents
Woman dies in school shooting in southern Thailand
Police shot and arrested the suspect, whom local media identified as an 18-year-old man.
Teacher dies after Thailand school shooting
BANGKOK, Feb 12 - A female teacher died on Thursday in southern Thailand's Hat Yai district after a gunman opened fire at a school where she worked, the provincial administration said on social media.
Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni Fail to Reach Settlement in ‘It Ends With Us’ Legal War
Attempts to reach a deal between the co-stars were unsuccessful. A trial has been set for May 18
Taiwan leader wants more defence cooperation with Europe
The island supports its semiconductor companies investing overseas, including in Europe.
WotC says there are no plans for a Harry Potter Magic set, 'The Magic Multiverse has its own school of Magic at Strixhaven'
And it doesn't have anything as daft as Quidditch in it.
