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Tensions Flare in Strait of Hormuz: U.S.-Iran Clashes Threaten Fragile Truce

MUSCAT/WASHINGTON — The fragile hopes for a diplomatic breakthrough between the United States and Iran faced a severe setback on Thursday as the two nations engaged in a violent naval confrontat
UAE Sovereign Wealth Giants Descend on Seoul to Forge Strategic AI Alliance

Amassive delegation from the United Arab Emirates (UAE), comprising itsmost influential sovereign wealth funds and state-backed artificialintelligence powerhouses, is set to arrive in Seoul. Their mis

U.S. Trade Court Strikes Down Trump’s ‘Global 10% Tariff,’ Citing Executive Overreach

WASHINGTON — In a significant legal blow to the administration’s protectionist agenda, the U.S. Court of International Trade (CIT) ruled on Thursday that President Donald Trump’s &q

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Paraguay's Renowned 'Pirayú Hammock' Holds First Fair to Celebrate National Intangible Cultural Heritage Listing: The first-ever fair celebrating the 'Hamaca Pirayú,' also known as the 'Paraguayan Hammock,' one of the most emblematic exp ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2025.06.11

Argentina's Supreme Court Upholds Former President Fernández's 6-Year Sentence… Is the Corruption Scandal Finally Over?: The Argentine Supreme Court on Tuesday (June 10, 2025) upheld the 6-year prison sentence handed down to former President Cristina ...; Hwang Sujin Reporter 2025.06.11

Argentina Establishes Day to Reaffirm Sovereignty over South Atlantic Islands: Historical Context and Present State of the Malvinas Dispute: Argentina annually commemorates June 10th as the Day of Reaffirmation of Argentine Rights over the Malvinas, South Georgia, South ...; ONLINE TEAM 2025.06.11

Curfew in Parts of LA as Immigrant Protests Spread Across US, Standoff with Trump Administration at Brink: 197 Detained on Day 5 of LA Protests… Spread to Over 20 Cities Including San Francisco, New York. Nationwide 'No Kings' Pro ...; Ana Fernanda Reporter 2025.06.11

Philippines Considers Declaring HIV Infection a 'National Public Health Emergency' as Youth Infections Skyrocket by 500%: MANILA, Philippines – The Philippines is seriously considering declaring a 'National Public Health Emergency' in response to ...; Hwang Sujin Reporter 2025.06.09

Philippines Announces Visa-Free Entry for Indian Tourists – Expects Boost in Tourism: The Philippines announced on Saturday that it will grant visa-free entry to Indian nationals to boost its tourism industry. This m ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2025.06.09

Solaire Resort North: Your Urban Oasis in Manila This Summer: Stepping into the 38th-floor Sky Bar of Solaire Resort North, the hot and humid Manila air transformed into a refreshing breeze. E ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2025.06.09

The Philippines' Arduous Journey Towards Universal Health Care: The UHC Law and Its Challenges: MANILA, Philippines – The Philippine government is implementing the "Universal Health Care (UHC) Law" with the aspiration of ...; Graciela Maria Reporter 2025.06.09

Validus, a financial risk management firm, is accelerating its Asia-Pacific expansion with the opening of its Singapore branch.: Singapore – Validus Risk Management (hereinafter Validus), a technology-driven financial risk management specialist, has off ...; Ana Fernanda Reporter 2025.06.09

Russia Resorts to Vintage North Korean Mortars Amidst Ukraine Conflict: PYONGYANG/MOSCOW/KYIV – Startling new reports and photographic evidence suggest that Russia is increasingly deploying vintag ...; Yim Kwangsoo Correspondent 2025.06.08

Wagner Group Announces Withdrawal from Mali After Three-and-a-Half Years: BAMAKO, MALI — The Russian private military company, the Wagner Group, announced on Thursday, June 6 (local time), that it i ...; Hwang Sujin Reporter 2025.06.08

Russia Approves Ambitious National Space Project Amendment, Aims for Global Leadership: Moscow, Russia – Russia has officially approved a revised national space project, signaling an ambitious strategy to secure ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2025.06.08

Russian Ruble Defies Odds, Becomes World's Best-Performing Currency in 2025 Amidst War, Sanctions, and Falling Oil Prices: MOSCOW/NEW YORK – In a remarkable turn of events, the Russian Ruble has emerged as the world's best-performing currency in ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2025.06.08

Lithuania Boosts Defense Spending to 5.5% of GDP Amidst Russian Threat: Vilnius, Lithuania – In a significant move signaling heightened concerns over neighboring Russia's aggressive posture, Lithu ...; Graciela Maria Reporter 2025.06.08

China-EU Nearing EV Tariff Negotiations, Agree to 'Expedited Processing' for Rare Earth Exports: It has been confirmed that China is accelerating tariff negotiations with the European Union (EU) in response to the EU's impendin ...; Ana Fernanda Reporter 2025.06.08

International Simulation Exercise Conducted on Paraguay-Argentina Border to Strengthen Health Response Capacity: An international simulation exercise was successfully carried out in Encarnación, Paraguay, and Posadas, Argentina, border ...; Yim Kwangsoo Correspondent 2025.06.06

Paraguay Explores Strategic Opportunities with India: Opening New Horizons for Industrial Development: A high-level delegation from Paraguay, led by President Santiago Peña, visited India this week to pursue a strategic agenda ...; Eugenio Rodolfo Sanabria Reporter 2025.06.06

San Lorenzo Clínicas Hospital Emergency Room 'Saturated' with Respiratory Illnesses: The adult emergency room at Clínicas Hospital in San Lorenzo, Paraguay, has reached saturation due to a surge in patients w ...; Ana Fernanda Reporter 2025.06.06

United States Considers "Fast-Track" Visa Service Amid Controversy: Washington D.C. – The Trump administration is reportedly considering the implementation of a new "premium processing" servic ...; Sharon Yoon Correspondent 2025.06.05

Trump Enacts Sweeping Travel Ban on 12 Nations, Citing National Security Risks: Washington D.C. – President Donald Trump has signed an executive order imposing a full travel ban on citizens from 12 countr ...; Eunsil Ju Reporter 2025.06.05