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China frustrated over joint naval and air drills in the Indo-Pacific region
China may find its aggressive push in the Indo-Pacific region being met with firm opposition from Japan, the Philippines, and the US as they have not only vowed to “resolutely respond” to any attempt by Beijing to unilaterally change the status quo in East and South China Seas, they have also agreed to “strengthen security and defense cooperation through dialogue among defense authorities.”
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Washington-New Delhi Strategic Partnership Continues To Grow: US Envoy Says ‘If You Want To See The Future, Come To India’
Lauding India’s development strides, US Ambassador to India Eric Garcetti recently said if anyone wants to see the future they should come to India.
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Discover The Unique Whipped Coffees Around The World
Coffee is an indispensable drink in the lives of many people, and the whipped coffee craze has to be one of the most appealing to caffeine lovers.
China tests 10 million people after 13 COVID-19 cases are found
Almost 10 million people in the Chinese city of Qingdao have now been screened for the coronavirus, officials said Thursday, as authorities rushed to quash an outbreak through an ambitious program of mass testing.
World breaking news today (October 17): Johnson says prepare for no-deal, cancels trade talks post Brexit
World breaking news today (October 17): Johnson says prepare for no-deal, cancels trade talks post Brexit. Meanwhile, WHO says remdesivir has ‘little or no effect’ in reducing coronavirus deaths, 12 civilians killed, 40 wounded in Ganja by Armenia shelling and gold price also make headlines today.
New match of Donald Trump and Joe Biden
US President Donald Trump on October 16 protected his government's response to Covid-19, while rival Joe Biden accused Trump of "doing nothing" to end the pandemic.
Japan set to release Fukushima water into sea: media reports
Japan’s government has decided to release radioactive water from the devastated Fukushima nuclear plant into the sea, media reports said on October 16.
UK and Europe weather forecast latest, October 17: Cold temperatures to cover Britain with dry weekend
Britain is forecasted to cope with frost air covering across the country with dry conditions for this weekend. Meanwhile, heaviest rain shifting more over eastern Europe.
Australia outlet: Europe could look to Vietnam’s success in containing COVID-19 pandemic
Australia media outlet the Conversation has recently run an article mentioning the second wave of COVID-19 in Europe and how this continent could learn from the success of countries like Vietnam in stemming the pandemic.
China slams US following special coordinator appointment for Tibet
The United States has appointed a senior human rights official as special coordinator for Tibetan issues, which, China said, is an infringement on its internal affairs.
CNN continues to run video promoting Vietnam tourism
A 30-sec video introducing the most stunning travel destinations in Vietnam will be broadcasted in CNN for one month, starting October 15.
UK and Europe weather forecast latest, October 16: Fierce winds and downpours to smash Britain
Britain is forecasted to cope with brutal winds and downpours while heavy rain and showers set to batter Italy and central Europe, cold for all.
Trump – Biden’s upcoming debate in dueling town hall meetings instead of face-to-face
US President Donald Trump and his challenger Joe Biden will take questions in different cities on different networks in the second debate this Thursday night, AP reported.
Philippine military chief: Situation in the South China Sea still “uncertain”
Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) chief General Gilbert Gapay said that situation in the South China Sea “becoming more tense”, "remains volatile and uncertain", according to Rappler.
World breaking news today (October 15): Barron Trump had the coronavirus, first lady confirms
World breaking news today (October 15): Barron Trump had the coronavirus. Meanwhile, China's Xi tells troops to focus on war preparations, the imminent threat from North Korea's nuclear, missile programs and gold price also make headlines today.
Key things about Russia's second COVID-19 vaccine EpiVacCorona
EpiVacCorona has become the second COVID-19 vaccine candidate to get regulatory approval in Russia after Sputnik V. Here are some key things about the vaccine.
CNN names Hanoi coffee one of top 10 best coffees worldwide
The US-based prestigious news outlet CNN has recently listed Hanoi coffee among the 10 best coffees in the world, together with famous ones of Wellington, Melbourne, London, Singapore.
UK and Europe weather forecast latest, October 15: Parts of Britain to experience frost as temperature plummets
Cold temperature with frost at parts shall smash Britain while unsettled with heavy rain and showers are forecasted to batter in central Europe, cold for all.
China wins a seat on UN human rights council despite opposition from activist groups
China won a seat on the United Nations's premiere human rights body for three year terms (2021 – 2023) on October 13 despite opposition from activist groups, The Associated Press reported.
US sends 60 spy planes close to China in September: Beijing think tank
Increase in air refuelling may suggest United States is preparing for future long-distance missions in the South China Sea, a Beijing think tank says
World breaking news today (October 14): Dutch researchers report first death from COVID-19 reinfection
World breaking news today (October 14): Dutch researchers report first death from COVID-19 reinfection. Meanwhile, North Korea's Kim pledges thousands of new homes in storm recovery effort, police arrest 21 at Thai pro-democracy rally and gold price also make headlines today.
UK and Europe weather forecast latest, October 14: Freezing air and frost cover across Britain
Britain sets to face with freezing air and frost across the country while heavy rainfall and thunderstorms are forecasted to batter Europe over the next few days.
ASEM striving to achieve 'twin goals' of 'not leaving anyone and any women behind'
Nearly 130 delegates from 41 ASEM member countries and seven international and regional organisations have attended the Asia-Europe Meeting (ASEM) High-level Dialogue on Promoting Women’s Economic Empowerment amid the COVID-19 Pandemic which was an initiative proposed by Vietnam and was strongly supported by ASEM members.
