Second High-Level Dialogue on Climate Change between Japan and the EU

On 18th February 2025, the 2nd High-Level Dialogue on Climate Change between Japan and EU was held in Tokyo and both sides agreed to deepen bilateral cooperation and enhance their collaboration to achieve climate neutrality and tackle climate change-related challenges. The meeting was co-chaired by Yutaka Matsuzawa, Vice-Minister for Global Environmental Affairs at the Ministry of […]

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Syria: UN scales up aid deliveries as regional fighting continues

UN Spokesperson Stéphane Dujarric told journalists at a regular news briefing in New York that aid trucks from Türkiye to Idlib via Bab Al-Hawa are continuing to get through with vital assistance to communities in need. “Yesterday, 43 trucks carrying more than 1,000 metric tonnes of food from the World Food Programme (WFP), as well […]

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Toyota Teases Compact, Affordable Electric SUV Ahead of March Reveal

Toyota is set to expand its electric vehicle (EV) lineup with a new, smaller compact SUV, offering a more affordable alternative to its bZ4X electric SUV. The vehicle, teased ahead of its full reveal on March 11, is expected to provide an exciting option for buyers seeking a budget-friendly EV with elevated driving dynamics and […]

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EU Unveils €100 Billion Plan to Accelerate Clean Industry and Boost Competitiveness

The European Union has launched a €100 billion Clean Industrial Deal, designed to accelerate industrial decarbonization, enhance clean technology production, and position Europe as a global leader in sustainable manufacturing. The initiative, unveiled by European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, seeks to drive competitiveness, reduce emissions, and foster a cleaner, more resilient industrial landscape. […]

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Tulsi Gabbard Terminates Over 100 Intelligence Officers for Inappropriate Behavior on NSA Platforms

In a bold move, Tulsi Gabbard, the newly appointed Director of National Intelligence (DNI), announced the firing of more than 100 U.S. intelligence officers from various agencies, citing inappropriate use of internal government chatrooms. These chatrooms, hosted on the NSA’s highly secure Intelink platform, were meant for professionals to discuss sensitive national security topics. However, […]

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Australia Approves Qatar Airways’ 25% Stake in Virgin Australia

Australia’s Treasurer, Jim Chalmers, has granted approval for Qatar Airways to acquire a 25% stake in Virgin Australia, a deal valued at a significant step forward for both airlines and Australian aviation. This approval follows a recommendation from the Foreign Investment Review Board (FIRB) and comes with key conditions, including Australian representation on Virgin’s board […]

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Nvidia Posts Record Growth Amid Soaring AI Demand with 78% Increase in Revenue

Nvidia has delivered exceptional financial results for Q4 and FY 2025, driven by a surge in demand for its AI technologies. The company reported record quarterly revenue of A$62.5 billion (US$39.3 billion), a 12% increase from the prior quarter and a remarkable 78% jump from the same period last year. Full-year revenue reached A$207.5 billion […]

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Inside the Taliban’s 90,000 Cameras and Expanding Surveillance State in Kabul

In Kabul, the Taliban’s control over daily life is increasingly defined by surveillance. With 90,000 CCTV cameras now monitoring the city, the regime claims the system aids in crime prevention. The cameras, which track everything from facial expressions to license plates, are part of a broader effort to monitor the capital’s six million residents. Khalid […]

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EU Sanctions Leader of North Korean Hackers Aiding Russia’s War Efforts

The European Union has imposed new sanctions on several entities aiding Russia’s war against Ukraine, including Lee Chang Ho, a high-ranking North Korean military officer. Lee, a lieutenant general in North Korea’s army and head of the Reconnaissance General Bureau (RGB), oversees hacker units involved in cyber espionage and financial crimes, such as the notorious […]

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Israel Receives Bodies of Four Hostages as Palestinian Prisoner Release Nears Completion

Israel has confirmed the transfer of four bodies, believed to be Israeli hostages, by Hamas as part of a larger ceasefire deal. The bodies of Shlomo Mansour (86), Ohad Yahalomi (50), Tsachi Idan (50), and Itzik Elgarat (69), who were taken during the October 7, 2023 attack, have been handed over to Israel via Red […]

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