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Pakistan raises defense spending amid regional conflicts

Conflicts06/16/2026June 16, 2026

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06/17/2026June 17, 2026

South Korea to shrink security buffer zone to North Korea

06/17/2026June 17, 2026

India: Telegram to challenge government order blocking app

06/16/2026June 16, 2026

India blocks Telegram ahead of nationwide entrance exam

06/16/2026June 16, 2026

Indonesia hit by 6.7 magnitude earthquake

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Diplomats and abuse — chipping at the shield of immunity

UK and Swiss courts have paved the way for domestic workers to get justice after being abused by diplomats.

Society06/17/2026June 17, 2026

These tiny bees hiding in homes could save our food supply

A Puducherry balcony shows how city residents can help — or harm — the future of the pollinators we all depend on.

Nature and Environment06/17/2026June 17, 202607:07 min

India's gene-edited rice revolution

India's gene-edited rice promises higher yields and lower emissions — can it help farmers adapt to climate change?

Food Security06/17/2026June 17, 202606:41 min

India's Gen Z 'Cockroaches' protest national exams fraud

The cancellation of state-level exam papers after fraud allegations has sparked protests by the Cockroach Janta Party.

Politics06/16/2026June 16, 202604:56 min

Why does unrest keep flaring up in Pakistani Kashmir?

The latest wave of deadly protests erupted over regional refugee lawmakers but is fueled by a much deeper anger.

Politics06/16/2026June 16, 202604:20 min

Charging ahead: EVs outpace growth predictions

China leads on electric mobility, but Europe and others are catching up. The Iran war is providing an extra push.

Nature and Environment06/16/2026June 16, 2026

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El Nino threatens livelihoods in Southeast Asia

Hotter, drier weather is impeding rice and palm-oil production as people in Southeast Asia struggle to pay their bills.

Society06/15/2026June 15, 2026

What to expect from the strongest El Nino in over a century

A mighty El Nino weather pattern could bring drought, flooding and extreme heat. Can we prepare for the worst of it?

Nature and Environment06/11/2026June 11, 2026

Foreign minister of Philippines talks UN setback, US ties

Foreign Minister Lazaro discusses the failed bid by the Philippines for a nonpermanent seat on the UN Security Council.

Politics06/08/2026June 8, 202627:45 min

India's worst air pollution crisis isn't in its megacities

Delhi's air-quality crisis is well-known. Women in coal-mining towns are fighting the scourge of even-worse toxic dust.

Nature and Environment06/08/2026June 8, 202608:58 min

Taliban, Russia are cozying up to each other — why?

Russia has agreed to help the Taliban repair Soviet-era weapons as the Islamist regime seeks leverage against Pakistan.

Conflicts06/03/2026June 3, 2026

India, Pakistan could be ready to talk 1 year after standoff

A statement from a prominent Hindu nationalist has sparked optimism for dialogue between the South Asian neighbors.

Politics06/02/2026June 2, 202609:08 min

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Düsseldorf bookstore 'a little piece of Japan' in Germany

Takagi Books & More started with newspapers for expats and now serves as a tiny bridge to Japan.

Literature06/16/2026June 16, 202603:40 min

Ibrahim Maza: Algeria's 'multicultural kid' from Berlin

The Bayer Leverkusen forward is representing Algeria, the country of his father, at the World Cup in North America.

Sports06/15/2026June 15, 2026

Domestic tourism is booming in China, posing new challenges

Despite China's economic slowdown, domestic tourism is rising — but travelers are spending less.

Travel06/15/2026June 15, 202606:14 min

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Pakistan raises defense spending amid regional conflicts

News

South Korea to shrink security buffer zone to North Korea

India: Telegram to challenge government order blocking app

India blocks Telegram ahead of nationwide entrance exam

Indonesia hit by 6.7 magnitude earthquake

Reports & Analysis

Diplomats and abuse — chipping at the shield of immunity

Diplomats and abuse — chipping at the shield of immunity

These tiny bees hiding in homes could save our food supply

These tiny bees hiding in homes could save our food supply

India's gene-edited rice revolution

India's gene-edited rice revolution

India's Gen Z 'Cockroaches' protest national exams fraud

India's Gen Z 'Cockroaches' protest national exams fraud

Why does unrest keep flaring up in Pakistani Kashmir?

Why does unrest keep flaring up in Pakistani Kashmir?

Charging ahead: EVs outpace growth predictions

Charging ahead: EVs outpace growth predictions

In the spotlight

El Nino threatens livelihoods in Southeast Asia

What to expect from the strongest El Nino in over a century

Foreign minister of Philippines talks UN setback, US ties

India's worst air pollution crisis isn't in its megacities

Taliban, Russia are cozying up to each other — why?

India, Pakistan could be ready to talk 1 year after standoff

Living

Düsseldorf bookstore 'a little piece of Japan' in Germany

Ibrahim Maza: Algeria's 'multicultural kid' from Berlin

Domestic tourism is booming in China, posing new challenges