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Hungary defies Trump, keeps buying Russian oil

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán refuses to halt Russian oil purchases despite direct pressure from Donald Trump during NATO summit, highlighting deepening rift within alliance.

Disease-Carrying Tiger Mosquito Invades UK

The invasive Asian tiger mosquito, a known carrier of dengue and chikungunya, has been officially identified in the UK. Experts warn of a significant public health risk as climate change expands its habitat.

Intel & Nvidia Surge Sparks Global Market Rally

Wall Street and Asian markets rallied as Intel and Nvidia shares soared on AI optimism, while the Bank of Japan maintained its negative interest rates. Get the full analysis on the global market surge.

EU Enforces Strict Brexit Food Import Rules on UK

Post-Brexit trade tensions escalate as the EU confirms UK food imports will be subject to full third-country checks, rejecting British pleas for a youth mobility concession. Discover how this impacts prices, supply chains, and the future of UK-EU relation

Asian Markets Tumble on US Fed Rate Fears

Asian stock markets plunged sharply as fears of prolonged high US interest rates triggered a global sell-off. The Bank of Japan's intervention and regional banking concerns amplify the financial turmoil.

K-Pop 'Exorcism' Video Sparks 300% Tourism Boom

A viral K-Pop music video featuring demon hunters has triggered an unprecedented tourism surge to a remote South Korean village, with visitors flocking to its 'exorcism' locations.

Asia Plans $1bn Las Vegas-Style Casino Resort

An ambitious Asian nation is challenging Macau and Singapore's dominance with a colossal $1 billion casino resort project, aiming to become the next global gaming and entertainment epicentre.

Hong Kong's Riveting Reimagining of Linklater's 'Tape'

A critical deep-dive into the bold Hong Kong remake of Richard Linklater's cult classic, 'Tape'. This reverential yet distinct adaptation transposes the drama of toxic masculinity and blurred truths to a compelling Asian context, proving the film's themes

Bangkok's 'Little Godzilla' Lizard Boom Reaches Crisis Point

Bangkok faces an urban wildlife crisis as Asian water monitors, dubbed 'Little Godzillas', swarm the city's canals and streets. Authorities struggle to manage the booming population of these formidable reptiles living alongside 11 million residents.

North Korea bans hamburgers, ice cream in cultural crackdown

North Korean dictator Kim Jong Un has launched a drastic crackdown on Western cultural influences, outlawing hamburgers, ice cream, and karaoke machines in a sweeping purge of foreign imports deemed 'decadent' and a threat to the regime's ideology.

Harlequin Ladybird Invasion Threatens UK Native Species

An alarming surge of invasive harlequin ladybirds, originating from Asia, is threatening native UK species. Experts warn of ecological disruption as these aggressive insects outcompete local ladybirds for food and habitat.

AFC Champions League Elite: No Surprises as Giants Dominate

The revamped AFC Champions League Elite's group stage concludes with a familiar narrative: financial powerhouses from Saudi Arabia, South Korea, and Japan assert their dominance, leaving little room for surprise underdogs in the new format.

Von der Leyen Faces Backlash Over Qatar Gas Talks

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen is under fire after reports suggest she privately discussed increasing gas imports from Qatar, a key Hamas backer, while publicly condemning the group's October 7th attack on Israel.

Germany seizes illegal Wegovy shipment in Frankfurt

German authorities have confiscated thousands of doses of the in-demand weight-loss medication Wegovy from a Frankfurt wholesaler, citing illegal parallel imports from outside the EU and improper storage conditions.

Trump Plots 10% Tariff on All Imports if Re-elected

Ex-President Donald Trump is reportedly plotting aggressive new tariffs on imports from the European Union, India, and China if he wins a second term, threatening a major global trade war and economic upheaval.

Asian Community Booms in Mexico City, Up 275%

Mexico's capital is experiencing a remarkable demographic shift, with its Asian population, particularly from China and South Korea, soaring by over 275% in just a decade, reshaping the city's social and culinary fabric.

John Deere Warns of Tractor Price Hikes from US Tariffs

John Deere's CEO has issued a stark warning that the cost of its iconic green tractors is set to rise significantly for British farmers, citing new US tariffs on Chinese manufacturing imports as the primary driver.

Killer Asian Hornets Invasion: UK on High Alert

Britain faces a growing threat from invasive Asian hornets as experts warn of potential ecological disaster and public health crisis. Urgent warnings issued to report sightings immediately.

Asian Markets Dive Following Fed's Hawkish Stance

Major Asian stock markets, including Tokyo's Nikkei and Hong Kong's Hang Seng, plunged sharply after US Federal Reserve signals dashed hopes for imminent interest rate cuts, mirroring a significant sell-off on Wall Street.

Malaysian woman charged over alleged insult to Sultan

A Malaysian woman faces criminal charges after allegedly making an offensive gesture towards the Sultan of Perak's convoy during National Day celebrations, sparking a debate on lèse-majesté laws.

US Treasury Sounds Alarm Over Trump Tariff Plan

US Treasury Secretary warns Trump's proposed 10% blanket tariff could trigger global trade war, spike inflation, and jeopardise economic stability, as markets react with apprehension.

Trump Threatens India With Tariffs Over Russian Oil

Former US President Donald Trump's advisors issue a stark warning to India, threatening tariffs if Narendra Modi's government continues purchasing Russian oil, potentially straining US-India relations.

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