Today, July 12, marks the 9th anniversary of the South China Sea Arbitral Award, which ruled overwhelmingly in favor of the Philippines against China's expansive claims. Several nations, including Australia, have issued statements reaffirming the binding nature of the 2016 ruling under UNCLOS. The anniversary renews calls for adherence to internati

Typhoon Danas has lashed southern Taiwan with record winds, leaving hundreds injured and causing widespread damage. The powerful storm brought torrential rains and strong gusts, leading to disruptions in transportation and power outages. Emergency services are actively involved in rescue and recovery operations across the affected areas. credit :

The Chinese embassy has issued a strong warning to its citizens about deceptive "high-paying" job offers in Southeast Asia, following the successful rescue of a Chinese national from a scam group operating in Myanmar. Many individuals are lured into forced labor for illegal online scam operations under false pretenses, highlighting a pervasive regi

Hundreds of workers across various industries in Indonesia's Bekasi regency, West Java, have been laid off as major companies, including Sanken and Yamaha, have shut down their operations. This trend of factory closures and job losses, continuing into early July 2025, reflects ongoing economic challenges and instability in the regional manufacturin

  Much of Europe is experiencing a welcome cooling trend after a severe early-summer heatwave. However, authorities warn that several southern European regions still face a high risk of temperature surges and accompanying wildfires. Vigilance is being maintained as climate change continues to contribute to more frequent and intense extreme