China · Politics
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China builds extensive launchpads and military complex near nuclear missile silos in Xinjiang
China is constructing over 80 launchpads and two large military installations near its nuclear missile silos to boost nuclear deterrence.
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German government denies rumors of Chancellor Merz ouster amid low approval ratings
The German government dismissed reports that Chancellor Friedrich Merz faces an internal challenge despite his low popularity and stalled reforms.
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Philippines Chairs ASEAN in 2026 Amid Tourism Challenges and Economic Risks
The Philippines leads ASEAN this year while seeking to boost tourism and managing energy and remittance vulnerabilities.
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Ukraine’s former defense minister calls for wartime elections amid political tensions
Mykhailo Fedorov urged Ukraine to hold national elections during wartime despite martial law prohibiting polls.
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US Indo-Pacific Command requests $1.5 trillion budget to boost weapons for China deterrence
US Indo-Pacific Command seeks $1.5 trillion 2027 defense budget, including new anti-ship bombs and sea mines to counter China over Taiwan.
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UAE Suspends All Trade and Financial Ties with Iran After Alleged Missile Attacks
The UAE halted all commercial and financial transactions with Iran following missile attacks targeting maritime traffic near its coast.
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Turkey denies plans to deploy troops in Syria after Israel airstrikes on Aleppo base
Turkey rejected Israel's claims it intends to deploy troops at Abu al-Duhur base after Israeli airstrikes on the Syrian facility on August 18, 2026.
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Iran Plans Potential Strikes on US Military Sites in Europe if War Escalates
Iranian forces are considering attacks on US military bases in southeastern Europe, including Bulgaria and Cyprus, amid rising tensions with the US.
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USS Benfold lost power for four days in South China Sea after generator failure
The USS Benfold lost power for four days in July during an engineering failure in the South China Sea, disrupting life aboard the ship and requiring a tow to Subic Bay.
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Flight attendants face highest radiation-related cancer death risk, pilots second
A study finds U.S. flight attendants and pilots have elevated odds of dying from radiation-related cancers compared to other workers.
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US Navy Destroyer USS Benfold Loses Power, Drifts Four Days in South China Sea
USS Benfold suffered a generator failure on July 24 causing total power loss and drifting for four days before being towed to Subic Bay for repairs.
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Fire destroys Dallas apartment complex, killing at least three and injuring several
A gas leak explosion sparked a fire that destroyed a Dallas apartment block on Thursday, killing at least three and injuring four others.
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Man sentenced to 40 years to life for killing 4 homeless men in NYC Chinatown
Randy Santos was sentenced to 40 years to life for killing four homeless men in Manhattan’s Chinatown in 2019.
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Milan begins restoration of worn 19th-century bull mosaic in Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II
Milan started restoring the bull mosaic’s worn testicles in Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II after tourist heel-spinning caused damage.
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Pakistan's Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar to Visit Washington Amid Iran War Mediation
Pakistan’s Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar will visit Washington on May 29 to meet US Secretary of State Marco Rubio amid efforts to end the Iran conflict.
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US Forces Korea Commander’s Comments on South Korea Stir China Condemnation and US-ROK Talks
US Forces Korea commander Xavier Brunson called South Korea 'the dagger in the heart of Asia,' prompting criticism from China and diplomatic talks between the US and South Korea.
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Japan and Philippines start talks on intelligence-sharing pact and maritime border delimitation
Japan and the Philippines began negotiations on an intelligence-sharing agreement and maritime border delimitation during a state visit in May 2026.
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Japan and Philippines elevate ties to comprehensive strategic partnership
Japan and the Philippines raised diplomatic ties to a comprehensive strategic partnership amid China tensions.
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ECB's Lagarde warns governments may tighten political control over central banks
European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde warned June 8 that rising government control threatens central bank independence and credibility.
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Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi to visit South Korea for bilateral talks on August 19-20
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi will visit South Korea for bilateral talks with President Lee and Foreign Minister Cho on August 19-20, 2026.
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Former Chinese Premier Zhu Rongji cremated in Beijing at age 98
Zhu Rongji, former Chinese Premier, was cremated in Beijing on August 18, 2026, with top Chinese leaders attending the ceremony.
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China Mourns Former Premier Zhu Rongji with Flags at Half-Mast and Cremation
China held a funeral and flew national flags at half-mast to mourn former premier Zhu Rongji, who died August 12 at age 97.
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Thailand to Review Pardon Rules After Release of 85-Year-Old Drug Trafficker
Thailand’s Justice Minister vowed to review pardon criteria following public outcry over the release of veteran drug dealer Laota Saenlee.
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Two dead in school shooting at Ateneo de Zamboanga including the shooter
A shooting by a Grade 9 student at Ateneo de Zamboanga University on August 18 killed two and injured several others before the shooter killed himself.