Afghanistan vows ‘appropriate’ response after Pakistan strikes kill 10

Residents are searching through the rubble of a collapsed house and preparing graves for victims.

Lithuania convicts teen for IKEA arson attack on behalf of Russian security services

The perpetrator pleaded guilty to the crime. Prosecutors said he acted "in the interests of the military structures and security services of the Russian Federation."

Indian Animation Film ‘Neelu’ Secures Spain-France-Belgium Co-Production Deal (EXCLUSIVE)

Producers Xavier Yamamoto and Simon Barrionuevo have come aboard the animated feature “Neelu,” marking a significant milestone for director Saraswathi’s four-year passion project through an international co-production deal spanning Spain, France and Belgium. “Thrilled to sign

NGO links major chocolate brands to Liberia deforestation

Some of the world's best-known chocolate, from Mars to KitKat, is likely linked to deforestation in Liberia's rainforest despite many brands' claims of sustainability, according to research published by NGO Global Witness Tuesday.

Thailand suspends prison boss over alleged privileges for Chinese inmates

Several inmates implicated in the scandal have been transferred to another prison.

China launches Shenzhou-22 early for stranded space station crew

China conducted an urgent unmanned spacecraft launch on Tuesday, after damage to a previous mission's return capsule left the crew on its space station without a means of getting back to Earth.

Malaysian scientists recruit bed bugs as crime scene sleuths

Under glaring laboratory lights, a research assistant extends his forearm and carefully inverts a mesh-topped container onto his skin to allow a wriggling mass of bed bugs to feed on his blood, all in the name of science.

Malaysian court brings forward decision on ex-PM Najib’s house arrest bid to Dec 22

The house arrest case has stirred intrigue in Malaysia.

Malaysian court brings forward decision on ex-PM Najib's house arrest bid to December 22

KUALA LUMPUR - A Malaysian court will decide on December 22 whether jailed former prime minister Najib Razak can serve his sentence under house arrest, just days before delivering its verdict in another major case he faces over the multibillion-dollar 1MDB scandal.

Man jailed for life in South Korea’s largest-scale digital sex-crime case

Kim Nok-wan, 33, was found guilty of raping or sexually abusing 261 people while he led an online blackmail ring using the messenger app Telegram.

Tanzania cancels independence day celebrations after election unrest

The opposition has been rallying people to gather on that day to protest against post-poll killings.

Vietnam drowning in misrule, deflection and censorship

Severe flooding in south-central Vietnam has killed scores, displaced thousands and submerged entire districts. International news outlets have framed the event as the result of extreme rainfall. But for people living in Khanh Hoa, Phu Yen and Dak Lak, this was not merely a

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Gramma the Galápagos tortoise, oldest resident of San Diego Zoo, dies at about 141

After more than a century of munching on her favorite foods of romaine lettuce and cactus fruit, beloved Galápagos tortoise Gramma, the oldest resident of the San Diego Zoo, has died.

India’s Platoon One Films Boards Pramati Anand’s ‘A Late Autumn Dream’ as Lead Producer (EXCLUSIVE)

India’s Platoon One Films has boarded Pramati Anand’s debut feature “A Late Autumn Dream” as lead production company. The project was among six titles selected for the Women in Film India delegation to the Toronto Film Festival earlier this year and was a official selection at

Deadly floods hit South-east Asia as more rain forecast

Heavy rainfall is typical for this time of year, but recent downpours have been notable for their intensity and impact.

Australian delivery workers set to gain minimum pay in landmark deal with Uber Eats, DoorDash

Under a draft agreement released, the workers would earn at least A$31.30 (S$26.40) per hour.

Australian senator Pauline Hanson suspended for wearing burqa in parliament

Australian Senator Pauline Hanson was suspended for seven sitting days after entering Parliament in a burqa during a protest against the rejection of her bill to ban full-face coverings.

UniCredit introduces first internally managed life insurance policy

Meta in talks to spend billions on Google's chips, The Information reports

Fed Chair Jerome Powell Warned Investors About the Stock Market -- President Trump's Tariffs Make the Warning More Dire

Argentina: Mar del Plata to fine beach smokers this summer

The Argentine city of Mar del Plata will fine people smoking on its beaches as of Dec. 1, ending a three-year implementation period based solely on voluntary compliance. The new rules will impose significant economic penalties on trespassers outside designated areas.

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What’s at stake in the UK’s Autumn Budget? Here are the key takeaways

UK Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces the challenge of raising an estimated £20-30bn, with both her and the government’s credibility on the line.

Palestinian economy suffers worst-ever collapse after Israel-Hamas conflict, UN says

GENEVA (Reuters) -The two-year Gaza war and economic restrictions have triggered an unprecedented collapse in the Palestinian economy, wiping out decades of growth, a United Nations report said on Tuesday. "Extensive damage to infrastructure, productive assets and public

Galaxy in Talks to Provide Liquidity for Polymarket and Kalshi as Trading Firms Jump Into Prediction Markets

Watch Winsor McCay’s The Sinking of the Lusitania, the First Major Animated Propaganda Film (1918)

You might know Winsor McCay (1867? ‑1934) for the gorgeously surreal Little Nemo comic strip or for his early animated short Gertie the Dinosaur (1914). But did you know that he also created some of the earliest examples of animated propaganda ever? On May 7, 1915, the RMS

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Lack of tents, food and warm clothes leaves Gazans exposed ahead of winter

As winter approaches in Gaza, more than a million residents are vulnerable to extreme weather and disease, as Israeli restrictions hobble the humanitarian response.

How the Autumn Budget Could Push Accountants to Diversify

Lloyd’s, LIMOSS and Vitesse renew claims payment tie-up for three years

France's Sorbonne suspends lecture after antisemitic hate speech remarks

The university said around 100 students and six lecturers were exposed to "explicitly racist remarks and Nazi apologia" during the course.

COP30's final document leaves fossil fuels unmentioned

The 30th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP30) concluded in Belém, Brazil, with the approval of a final document that has drawn both consensus and sharp criticism for its lack of ambition, particularly its silence on the future of fossil fuels.

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Singapore court clears way for US$2.7 billion suit against Standard Chartered over alleged role in 1MDB fraud

Japan Moves to Protect Users With Mandatory Refund-Ready Reserves for Crypto Platforms

Western Balkans Leaders’ meeting in Tirana takes stock of EU Growth Plan progress two years after its adoption

Enlargement Commissioner Marta Kos and the leaders of the six Western Balkans partners (Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo, Montenegro, North Macedonia and Serbia) met in Tirana to assess progress under the EU’s Growth Plan for the Western Balkans and discuss priorities

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Meet Memo, a home robot that can grab wine glasses and load the dishwasher

The robot, called Memo, cleared a dinner table and put items in the dishwasher.

EU must ‘stand by the promises made’ on digital rules, Vestager tells Euronews

Former digital czar Vestager urges the EU to stand firm on its digital rules as US pushes for softer enforcement in exchange for tariff relief. 'Defending rules vital for single market and European consumers'.

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'We'll never surrender our weapons': Thousands mourn Hezbollah military chief killed by Israel

Hezbollah supporters passed Haytham Tabtabai's coffin during his burial, along with two other members, at a cemetery south of Beirut where the group's fighters are usually laid to rest. Israel struck Lebanon's capital Sunday, saying it killed the military chief

Rare Superman comic breaks record and becomes most expensive ever sold at auction

It's a bird! It’s a plane! It’s... the world’s most expensive comic book.

Africa: WHO in Africa Launches First-Ever Prototype Competency-Based Curricula for Health Professions

[WHO-AFRO] Pretoria -- The World Health Organization (WHO) Regional Office for Africa today launched the first-ever Africa Prototype Competency-Based Curricula for ten selected health professions, marking a major turning point in how the region trains, equips and prepares its

Africa: Global Fund's Replenishment Highlights Need for Diverse Sources of Funding

[Malaria Consortium] The Global Fund Eighth Replenishment Summit aimed to raise $18 billion for the next three years to save up to 23 million lives during that period. By the end of proceedings on Friday, however, pledges totalled just $11.34 billion -- falling far short of the

Africa: Gavi and Unicef Announce Equitable Pricing Deal for Malaria Vaccine to Protect 7 Million More Children By End of Decade

[GAVI] Geneva/New York/Copenhagen -- Deal secures more accessible future price per dose, resulting savings of up to US$ 90 million Savings expected to help secure 30 million additional doses, protecting up to 7 million more children with malaria vaccine Agreement executed by