China Warns Britain and US Over Taiwan Strait Warship Plan
Beijing threatens 'serious consequences' as Britain and the United States consider sending naval vessels through the sensitive Taiwan Strait, escalating tensions in the region.
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Orcas Sink Tourist Boat in Terrifying Strait Attack
Dramatic footage captures the shocking moment a pod of orcas deliberately rams and sinks a 50-foot tourist vessel in the Gibraltar Strait, raising concerns about increasing marine encounters.
China Launches 'Combat Patrol' in Taiwan Strait
China's military deploys ships and aircraft for a major 'joint combat patrol' in the Taiwan Strait, denouncing US-Canadian naval transit as 'deliberate provocation' and inflaming regional tensions.
Chinese 'Kamikaze' Drone Hits Taiwanese Ship in Strait
Exclusive: A suspected Chinese maritime drone collided with a Taiwanese commercial vessel in the Taiwan Strait, escalating military tensions. The incident, captured on video, raises fears of a new era of asymmetric warfare.
Chinese Warship Confronts Australian Frigate in Tense Standoff
A dangerous confrontation unfolded in the Taiwan Strait as a Chinese naval vessel challenged the Royal Australian Navy's HMAS Brisbane, highlighting escalating tensions in contested waters. The incident raises serious concerns about freedom of navigation
Australian Mum Faces Death Penalty in Taiwan Drug Case
A Brisbane mother faces execution in Taiwan after authorities allegedly found 30kg of cannabis concealed within her luggage. The harrowing case highlights international drug trafficking dangers.
Chinese military shadows Australian, Canadian warships in Taiwan Strait
A tense naval standoff unfolded in the Taiwan Strait as Chinese forces closely monitored Australian and Canadian warships transiting the strategic waterway. Beijing condemns the passage as a 'provocation', escalating regional tensions.
Bass Strait crossed in a boat made entirely of rubbish
A team of environmental activists has successfully crossed the treacherous Bass Strait in a boat constructed solely from reclaimed plastic waste and trash, highlighting the ocean pollution crisis in a daring maritime protest.
Trump: I warned Xi Jinping I would bomb Beijing
In a stunning disclosure from India, former US President Donald Trump claimed he warned Xi Jinping of severe consequences for any aggression towards Taiwan, threatening to bomb Beijing. This explosive claim reshapes the narrative of their relationship and
Taiwan: China Using AI News Anchors for YouTube Propaganda
Taiwan accuses Beijing of orchestrating a covert YouTube campaign using AI-generated news anchors to spread pro-unification propaganda and discredit its leaders, raising global concerns about digital sovereignty.
China Drills for Oil in Taiwan's Waters: Exclusive
Exclusive intelligence reveals China has begun drilling for hydrocarbons inside Taiwan's Exclusive Economic Zone, a major provocation that risks destabilising the region.
Trump's Taiwan Warning to Xi: No Business if China Acts
Exclusive: Donald Trump declares he warned Xi Jinping against any move on Taiwan during his presidency, revealing high-stakes diplomacy that could reshape global power dynamics and threaten stability.
Orca pod sinks 50-foot yacht in Strait of Gibraltar
A pod of orcas has attacked and sunk a 15-metre yacht in the Strait of Gibraltar, the latest in a string of mysterious encounters between the intelligent mammals and vessels in the region.
Nauru severs Taiwan ties in major win for China
The tiny Pacific nation of Nauru has abruptly severed diplomatic relations with Taiwan, switching its allegiance to Beijing in a move that significantly escalates geopolitical tensions in the region and deals a blow to Western influence.
Killer Whale Warning After Pod Sinks 50ft Yacht
Marine experts issue urgent warning to sailors after a pod of aggressive orcas rams and sinks a 50ft yacht in the Strait of Gibraltar. The latest in a series of alarming encounters between killer whales and vessels in the region.
US Senators' Taiwan Visit Triggers Diplomatic Row with China
A bipartisan US Senate delegation's trip to Taipei has triggered a furious response from China, which condemns the visit as a severe violation of its sovereignty and a threat to regional stability.
Taipei Council Backlash Over Chinese Security Robots
Taipei City Council sparks outrage after purchasing Chinese-made patrol robots, raising serious national security and data privacy concerns for Taiwan.
Killer Whales Force Sailors to Stay in Port in Spain
Mariners along Spain's coast are facing a new and terrifying threat as pods of aggressive killer whales have shifted their attacks from deep waters into shockingly shallow bays, prompting urgent safety warnings to avoid sailing altogether.
Jetstar flight in emergency u-turn over landing gear fault
A Jetstar flight from Melbourne to Ballina was forced to abandon its journey and return to Tullamarine Airport following a suspected landing gear issue, circling for hours to burn fuel before making a safe landing.
Bosphorus Strait traffic halted after cargo ship failure
Maritime chaos erupted in Istanbul after the 225-metre cargo ship 'Yusuf Cepnioglu' lost power and drifted across the vital shipping lane, forcing a complete suspension of traffic in the Bosphorus Strait.
Taiwan opens new diplomatic office in Nevada, US
Taiwan strengthens its international presence with a new representative office in Nevada, marking a significant step in US-Taiwan relations amidst ongoing tensions with China.
Taiwan referendum on nuclear plant reboot fails
A landmark referendum to restart Taiwan's last mothballed nuclear power plant has officially failed, dealing a significant blow to proponents of atomic energy and reshaping the island's energy security debate.
Taiwan scraps nuclear power plant after referendum
Taiwan's government halts construction of the controversial Lungmen nuclear plant following a decisive referendum result, marking a pivotal shift in national energy strategy.
Foxconn & NVIDIA to Build AI Mega-Factory in Taiwan
Taiwanese tech giant Foxconn partners with NVIDIA to construct a colossal new AI data centre, boosting the island's status as a global tech hub amidst ongoing political pressures from China.
US Navy Warship Transits Taiwan Strait, Defying China
A US Navy destroyer has conducted a high-profile transit through the sensitive Taiwan Strait, challenging Beijing's territorial claims and reaffirming Washington's commitment to a free and open Indo-Pacific.
Iran Seizes Israeli-Linked Vessel in Strait of Hormuz
Iran's elite Revolutionary Guard Corps commandeers the Portuguese-flagged MSC Aries in the Strait of Hormuz, escalating regional tensions linked to the Gaza conflict. The container ship is reportedly associated with Israeli billionaire Eyal Ofer.
North Korea's Taipei Threat Condemned by UN
Exclusive: The United Nations issues a stern rebuke to North Korea after it menacingly declares Taipei, Taiwan, part of its 'operational area' in a dramatic escalation of tensions, challenging China's authority and destabilising regional security.
North Korea brands UN a US 'puppet' in explosive tirade
In a fiery address, North Korea's UN ambassador defended Pyongyang's missile tests and launched a scathing attack on the United Nations, accusing it of being a mere extension of US foreign policy concerning Taiwan and its own weapons programme.
Trump warns Xi over Taiwan invasion risks
Former US President Donald Trump issues a stark warning to China's Xi Jinping, suggesting a Taiwan invasion would lead to severe consequences, reshaping global diplomacy.
Trump and Xi clash over Taiwan in tense exchange
Former US President Donald Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping have engaged in a heated exchange over Taiwan, escalating geopolitical tensions. Read the latest developments.
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