No room for compromise on Taiwan's security, president tells reservists

How South Korea’s brief martial law upended lives

Protesters in 2024, took to the streets in the freezing cold and rallied outside then-president Yoon’s residence.

Hong Kong vows judge-led independent committee into deadly blaze

The Wang Fuk Court inferno has stoked expressions of public anger and calls for transparency.

Priscilla Presley Wins Round in Financial Elder Abuse War, Can Keep Longtime Lawyer

A memorabilia auctioneer claimed Presley's attorney previously gave her legal advice and should be disqualified from the case

Asian markets rise as US rate cut bets temper Japan bond unease

VR headsets take war-scarred children to world away from Gaza

Children scarred by the war in Gaza are undergoing a therapy programme using virtual reality headsets that transport the youngsters to a world far away from the destruction around them. The VR therapy is aimed at improving the children's psychological wellbeing, with operators

How to Actually Combat Economic Inequality

Put it on display The post How to Actually Combat Economic Inequality appeared first on Nautilus .

Taylor Swift Releases Official Trailer for ‘Eras Tour: The Final Show’ Concert Film

Taylor Swift has released the official trailer for her upcoming Disney+ special “Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour | The Final Show,” releasing on December 12. The film will be a full concert experience captured during the final show of her tour in Vancouver, B.C., featuring the

Reza Rahadian, Dian Sastrowardoyo Lead Yosep Anggi Noen’s ‘The Sea Speaks His Name’

Indonesian director Yosep Anggi Noen (“The Redemption of Sin”) is bringing Leila S. Chudori’s acclaimed novel The Sea Speaks His Name” (Laut Bercerita) to the screen. The ensemble cast features Reza Rahadian, Dian Sastrowardoyo, Yunita Siregar, Eva Celia, Christine Hakim and

Noem says she met with Trump, recommended full travel ban

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem said that she recommended a “full travel ban” to President Trump during a Monday meeting. “I just met with the President. I am recommending a full travel ban on every damn country that's been flooding our nation with killers, leeches,

Australia won't be intimidated by firms over social media ban, minister tells BBC

Anika Wells says she is 'ready to help' nations that wish to copy Australia's social media ban for under-16s.

The PC game releases we're most excited about in December

We're ending the year with a handful of possible gems and more time for the 2025 backlog.

Prices of vegetables in Malaysia may increase if rain persists

Recent flooding in Thailand, Vietnam and Indonesia had begun to push up prices of vegetables.

'We chose it': PKK fighters cherish life in Iraq's mountains

A Kurdish militant picks his way along a switchback road in Iraq's mountains before pulling over to alert his comrades in a nearby hidden bunker that they are about to have company. After calling from a phone dangling from a tree, he leads a team of AFP journalists into a

Jamie Laing's Candy Kittens to acquire UK snack brand Graze

The deal comes as Unilever plans to offload some food brands to focus on care and beauty.

‘Heated Rivalry’ Creator Shuts Down Question About Actors’ Sexuality: ‘I Don’t Think There’s Any Reason to Get into That Stuff’

“Heated Rivalry” creator Jacob Tierney said during a recent interview with Xtra that the real-life sexualities of his stars are irrelevant compared to the “enthusiasm and willingness” they bring to HBO’s new queer, sports drama series. “I don’t think there’s any reason to get

Peso Pluma, Tito Double P Form a ‘Dinastía’ as They Announce Collab Album

The Mexican music artists (and cousins) channel lucha libre stars in trailer for their album, out Dec. 25

Senate barrels toward failure on health care

A bipartisan breakthrough appears unlikely ahead of next week's scheduled votes.

Malaysian PM Anwar rules out Cabinet reshuffle

This is because the Cabinet only has about two years to serve, said Mr Anwar.

VIRE: A global data platform to better understand viruses

Researchers have developed VIRE, a database that integrates approximately 1.7 million viral genomes derived from more than 100,000 metagenomes worldwide. Metagenomic data is obtained by comprehensively sequencing all DNA present in an environment. This approach enables the

China, Japan give conflicting accounts of confrontation around Senkaku Islands

Japan’s Coast Guard said it intercepted and expelled two Chinese Coast Guard ships.

Asia’s Animation Boom Sharpens as ‘Jumbo,’ Malaysia and Korea Signal a New Era – JAFF Market

At a JAFF Market panel, leading creators from Indonesia, Malaysia and South Korea argued that Asian animation is shifting into a higher gear, driven by breakout hits like Visinema’s ‘Jumbo,’ Malaysia’s expanding teen-leaning storytelling and Korea’s growing global ambitions.

Rapper POORSTACY Dead At 26

Florida emo rapper POORSTACY has died. According to TMZ , he was transported to a local hospital for a medical emergency on Saturday morning (Nov. 29), and his death was confirmed by the Palm Beach County Medical Examiner. The cause of death is currently unknown. He was 26.

Pope Leo holds Beirut mass and visits site of port blast

More than 120,000 people are expected to attend Pope Leo XIV's mass in Beirut on Tuesday, the final day of his Lebanon visit and a chance to pay his respects at the site of the huge 2020 port explosion. The pontiff arrived from Turkey on Sunday on his inaugural visit abroad as

Pacific island office enabling sanctions-busting 'shadow fleets'

Dozens of oil tankers suspected of smuggling contraband crude for Russia and Iran have been using a beachside office in the tropical South Pacific to cover their tracks, an AFP analysis of sanctions data has revealed. Nestled next to a pizza shop in the far-flung Cook Islands

Flood disaster prediction using multi-scale deep learning and neuro-fuzzy inference

A new algorithmic framework that can predict flooding could help save lives and reduce the devastation as climate change drives more intense and unpredictable rainfall.

China sends another letter to UN chief over Japan PM’s Taiwan remarks

The second letter by Mr Fu Cong refuted Japan’s position and accused Tokyo of “making unreasonable arguments”.

Supreme Court Grapples With Internet Providers’ Duty to Stop Piracy

In a major copyright case, the Supreme Court on Monday heard arguments about whether internet providers can be blamed for their customers’ acts of digital piracy. Cox Communications, the cable provider, appealed a lower court ruling in favor of Sony Music Entertainment, Warner

‘Jumbo’ Studio Visinema Pushes IP-First Future for Indonesian Animation at JAFF Market

Visinema — the studio behind Indonesian and Southeast Asia’s all-time animated box-office champ “Jumbo” — used its JAFF Market platform to urge the country’s entertainment sector to prioritise long-term IP creation, with CEO Herry B. Salim calling for a shift away from one-off

Video: HydroGNSS launch highlights

ESA's first Scout mission, HydroGNSS, was launched on 28 November 2025, marking a significant step in advancing global understanding of water availability and the effects of climate change on Earth's water cycle.

Hegseth in hot water amid fallout from boat strike

Welcome to The Hill's Defense & NatSec newsletter {beacon} Defense &National Security Defense &National Security The Big Story Hegseth in hot water amid fallout from boat strike Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is facing growing pressure over a Washington Post report that he

Guillermo del Toro Says ‘F— AI’ While Accepting ‘Frankenstein’ Gotham Award: Human Artistry ‘Shines on Every Single Frame of This Film’

Guillermo del Toro shared an emphatic message about artificial intelligence in filmmaking while accepting the Vanguard Tribute for “Frankenstein” at Monday night’s Gotham Awards: “Fuck AI.” Flanked by stars Jacob Elordi and Oscar Isaac, de Toro opened his acceptance speech by

Shawn Mendes, Clairo, Omar Apollo, Geese to Perform at Benefit Concert for Palestine, Sudan Relief

Bella Hadid and Pedro Pascal will host Artists for Aid in Los Angeles

Hegseth stands by 'American hero' admiral who issued second boat strike order

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth backed Navy Adm. Frank Bradley, who ordered a second strike on an alleged drug-trafficking boat in the Caribbean Sea on Sept. 2. “Lets make one thing crystal clear: Admiral Mitch Bradley is an American hero, a true professional, and has my 100%

China’s $1 flu shots show price squeeze for vaccine makers

Once riding high on the Covid-19 boom, China’s vaccine industry now faces a reckoning.

Australian teen challenging social media ban says internet will be less safe

SYDNEY, Dec 2 - A teenager suing the Australian government to overturn a ban on social media for under-16s says the measure would make the internet more dangerous for young people and be widely circumvented.

Macron heads to China as Europe walks tightrope between rivalry and reliance

PARIS, Dec 2 - French President Emmanuel Macron will travel to China this week for his fourth state visit, as Europe seeks to balance economic and security threats from Beijing with reliance on the world's second-largest economy during a time of global trade turmoil.

India's Supreme Court upholds rights of poorest - but language reveals 'bias', study says

Research into judgements from 1950 to 2025 suggests India's top court often reinforces caste hierarchies in language, even while upholding Dalit rights.

Tiny Volcano-Dwelling Creature Breaks Heat Record

The fire amoeba challenges assumptions about what complex life needs to survive on Earth The post Tiny Volcano-Dwelling Creature Breaks Heat Record appeared first on Nautilus .

Elon Musk claims America’s ‘insanely high’ $38T debt crisis can only be solved by AI, robotics

Musk said that because AI and robotics could lead to a significant increase in output, it would likely lead to deflation – which is the opposite of inflation and results in a decrease in the price level.

Björk Is Readying A New Album

Since 2022's Fossora , Björk has stayed busy. The avant-pop icon collaborated with Rosalía on " Oral " to protest Icelandic fish farming, narrated a documentary about fungi , hosted an immersive auditory experience in Paris, and released the Cornucopia concert film. Now, she's

Elephant seals recognize their rivals from years prior, study finds

Humans are not the only animals that can remember the voices of their old acquaintances. Elephant seals, too, can remember the calls of their rivals even a year later.

Who is Adm. Frank Bradley, commander who issued second boat strike order?

The White House placed the decision to launch a second, follow-up Sept. 2 strike on an alleged drug boat in the Caribbean Sea at the feet of the commander overseeing the operation from Fort Bragg, N.C., Navy Adm. Frank M. “Mitch” Bradley. Bradley — who was authorized by Defense

Why being single might feel empowering as a woman in your 20s, but not your 30s

If you're a woman in your 20s, being single may feel like an empowering lifestyle choice. Taking smug delight in the recent Vogue article, Is Having A Boyfriend Embarrassing Now?, you can rest assured that you're independent, self-sufficient and living your best life.

NZ now has a narrow window to stop the Asian yellow-legged hornet—here's how everyone can help

The first Asian yellow-legged hornets observed in Auckland in winter were two old and slow males. Many people were concerned and worried. Now, at the end of spring, what we've seen is a potential nightmare.

College student deported on way home to surprise parents

Any Lopez Belloza, a freshman, is studying business at Babson College.

OBR head's resignation leaves potential landmines for Reeves

Chancellor's next mission to find a respected and credible economist to run the OBR will require careful balance

Why time is running out for Germany's green hydrogen industry

Firms are ready to make the equipment needed for green hydrogen, but demand has not picked up yet.