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Act East Policy : India, Indonesia vow to expand collaboration in defence, maritime security
India and Indonesia, driven by their Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, have agreed to intensify their defence, maritime security and multilateral cooperation under the Act East Policy.
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The cost of dominance: China's evironmental destruction in the South China Sea
In the midst of geopolitical tensions, a simmering environmental crisis is brewing beneath the surface of the South China Sea. While countries in the region, such as China, are busy strengthening their control, the delicate marine ecosystem is collapsing due to human actions. Decades of intense fishing, dredging to create new land, and the harvesting of giant clams have devastated the unique populations of the South China Sea, pushing many species towards extinction.
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Vietnam Reunification Through the Lenses of Latin American Friends
In the early morning of April 30, 1975, Latin American time, 11-year-old Jesús Germán Faría Tortosa woke up to the sound of "Vietnam ganó, Vietnam ganó" from outside.
Indian man tests COVID-19 positive after stolen protective suit from hospital, thinking it is raincoat
An injured drunken man admitted to a hospital in India allegedly stole an used personal protective equipment (PPE) kit, thinking that it was a raincoat, and later tested positive for COVID-19 infection.
Trump gives Microsoft 45 days to clinch TikTok deal
President Donald Trump only agreed to allow Microsoft Corp (MSFT.O) to negotiate the acquisition of popular short-video app TikTok if it could secure a deal in 45 days, three people familiar with the matter said on Sunday.
UK and Europe weather forecast latest, August 5: Scorching to bake Britain with the high 30s temperatures
Temperature is forecasted to soar in Britain with the high 30s this week and thunderstorms battle Europe before scorching hot air in Europe hits 45.7C.
Germany warns of ‘no business as usual” between EU and China
German Minister of State Michael Roth has said that the relationship between the European Union (EU) and China would no longer a “usual business” following the assertive political moves on Hong Kong.
New evidence cast doubt on China to deploy bombers near the disputed border with India
The Chinese Air Force is believed to have deployed six H-6 bombers to Kashgar airport in Xinjiang autonomous region near the disputed Chinese-Indian border in the Himalayas.
COVID-19 Updates (August 4): Groundwork in China for virus origin probe complete
The World Health Organization also warned Monday that there might never be a "silver bullet" for the new coronavirus, despite the rush to discover effective vaccines.
World breaking news today August 4: Trump asked 45 days for Microsoft to buy TikTok
World breaking news today August 4: Trump urges Microsoft to buy TikTok in its entirety. Meanwhile, Spain's former King Juan Carlos, under investigation for corruption, said he was quitting the country, Typhoon Hagupit in China and oil price also make headlines today.
Coronavirus crisis: WHO warns of no perfect vaccine helping stop the Covid-19
Given the Covid-19 vaccine-related warning, WHO calls for enhanced precautions such as masks, social spacing, handwashing and testing to prevent the Covid-19 spreading.
98 Indians died after drinking bootleg alcohol
August 2, the number of Indians died of bootleg alcohol at Punjab, Northern India, has risen to 98.
Video: WHO admits Covid-19 leaving impacts for decades
The Covid-19 pandemic is a once-in-a-century health crisis. It will leave significant impacts far into the future, World Health Organization Director General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said on July 31.
Kosovo prime minister tests positive for coronavirus
On Sunday, Kosovo Prime Minister Avdullah Hoti said that he tested positive for the novel coronavirus and would self-isolate for the next two weeks.
TikTok is unlikely to survie in the US
After President Donald Trump's statement on Friday to ban TikTok in the United States, ByteDance, the popular short-video app's owner, offered to sell its operation.
UK and Europe weather forecast latest, August 4: Scorching to melt Britain as 45.7C heatwake bakes Europe
Temperature in Europe is forecasted to rise up to 45.7C as Britain battles with 37C heatwave.
New iPhone 12 price surprises Apple fans
Apple has recently revealed the latest information on iPhone 12 line-up with great design, massive performance leap, 5G for every model, and exciting new camera tech. But the price is exceptionally a surprise to Apple fans.
Australia's position in the US - China balance 1
Australia is considered as an important companion to the US in the Indo-Pacific region in the context of US-China power competition.
US magazine speaks highly of Vietnam’s leadership capacity in ASEAN
The prestigious US-based political magazine Foreign Policy has recently highlighted Vietnam’s enhanced leadership capacity in the ASEAN in an article titled “Vietnam steps up to take ASEAN leadership role”.
World breaking news today July 3: U.S. election will be on Nov. 3 as planned
World breaking news today July 3: U.S. presidential election takes on Nov. 3 as planned, 8,000 people evacuated due to wildfire in California, Kosovo prime minister tests positive for COVID-19, Finnish Prime Minister gets married, XAU/USD bulls keep the reins with fresh record high above $1,975.
US and Canada weather forecast August 3: Tropical Storm Isaias to ride Florida's east coast, could strike Carolinas as hurricane
US and Canada weather forecast August 3: It is expected that Tropical Storm Isaias will track inland over the mid-Atlantic and New England region with high winds and heavy rain prior to the middle of this week. Meanwhile, in Canada, there are heat warnings in British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, and the Northwest region.
Covid-19 origin: WHO completed a preliminary investigation of the killer virus
An expert group at the fourth meeting of the Covid-19 emergency committee convened by WHO on July 31 urged the organization to speed up its investigation, which was launched earlier.
Trump's idea of delaying the US elections, "afraid to lose" or "testing" the Republican party?
President Trump appears to be "testing" the loyalty of his Republican allies as the rate of his support in surveys continues to plummet.
