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China warns US over Taiwan arms sales

China's Ministry of State Security accuses US of 'playing with fire' through latest military support for Taiwan, escalating tensions in strategic strait.

Taiwan bans officials from Chinese 'retrocession' events

Taiwan's government has prohibited all officials from participating in events marking the 'retrocession' of Taiwan to China, escalating tensions in cross-strait relations and reinforcing Taiwan's separate governance stance.

Taiwan bans all official contact with China

Taiwan implements sweeping ban on officials engaging with Chinese counterparts, marking significant deterioration in cross-strait relations and challenging Beijing's sovereignty claims.

Bad Bunny & George Strait Set for NFL Music Events

Global music sensation Bad Bunny is reportedly confirmed for the 2025 Super Bowl halftime show, while country music icon George Strait will perform at the NFL's kickoff event in a star-studded double-header.

Fisherman killed in Queensland shark attack

A 59-year-old fisherman has died after a devastating shark attack in Far North Queensland waters, marking the region's first fatal shark encounter in years. Emergency services recovered the man's body near Papua New Guinea border.

Taiwan rejects Iron Dome missile defence system

Taiwan's defence ministry dismisses proposals for an Israeli-inspired missile shield, citing geographical differences and favouring asymmetric warfare strategies against potential Chinese aggression.

Orcas Attack and Damage Yacht Off Portuguese Coast

A pod of aggressive orcas has attacked and damaged a sailing yacht in the Strait of Gibraltar, marking the latest in a series of concerning encounters between killer whales and vessels in the region.

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

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.

Oligarch's £240m Superyacht for Auction in Gibraltar

The luxurious 'Axioma' superyacht, seized from sanctioned Russian oligarch Dmitry Pumpyansky, is set for a high-stakes auction in Gibraltar, symbolising the tangible impact of Western sanctions on Putin's inner circle.

Steve Clarke Defends Passionate Celebrations After Scotland Win

Scotland manager Steve Clarke has passionately defended his exuberant goal celebrations after leading his team to a stunning 5-1 victory over Gibraltar. The win marks a triumphant start to their summer tour, sparking both admiration and criticism from the

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