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Kim Seong-Min, Whose Broadcasts Relayed Foreign News To North Korea, Dies

Kim Seong-Min, a prominent North Korean defector who used radio broadcasts, USB sticks and a network of sources in the secretive country to inform the North Korean public about the truth of their authoritarian government, has died.

Xi's Show Of Unity With Putin, Kim Could Complicate China's Diplomatic Balance

If the purpose of a rarejoint appearanceof the leaders of Russia, North Korea and China on Sept. 3, 2025, was to foster unity among allies, then early indicators suggest its already working just elsewhere.

Opinion | Nepal Gen Z Revolt: What Should India Do?

India has to find the right balance between not interfering and not remaining indifferent, while supporting peace and stability in Nepal by offering financial and institutional assistance to the new government.

'No Regrets': Wounded Nepalis Protesters Proud At Change

University student Aditya Rawal was outside Nepal's parliament with hundreds of other anti-corruption protesters when gunfire crackled and 14 people slumped down in front of him.

Young Activists Who Toppled Nepal's Government Now Picking New Leaders

A former DJ and his obscure Nepalese non-profit used a social media app popular with video gamers to drive massive protests and become the unlikely power brokers in installing the country's new interim leadership.

"Not Here To Taste Power": Nepal's New PM Sets A 6-Month Deadline

Sushila Karki, Nepal's interim Prime Minister and former Chief Justice of its Supreme Court, has said that she and her team are not interested in power and would hand over the country's responsibility to a new parliament within six months.

72 Dead In Nepal Protests, Victims Declared 'Martyrs', Families To Get Relief

Sushila Karki formally assumed office as the interim Prime Minister of Nepal on Sunday, declaring those killed during the Gen Z protests as "martyrs" and announcing Rs 1 million in relief for each victim's family, according to local media reports.

'Our Tears Haven't Dried': Pahalgam Victims' Families Urge To Boycott India-Pakistan Match

As India's cricket team gears up to face Pakistan in the Asia Cup, the grieving families of those killed in the horrific Pahalgam terror attack have voiced their anguish, calling on the players to boycott the game.

China Welcomes Sushila Karki As Nepal's Interim PM, Highlights 'Time-Honoured Friendship'

China welcomed appointment of Sushila Karki as Nepal's interim Prime Minister, reaffirming its support for Nepal's sovereignty and political independence. The Chinese Foreign Ministry described China-Nepal relationship as a 'time-honoured friendship'

'We Don't Take Part In Wars': China Hits Back At Trump's 100% Tariffs Threat

China has hit back at the US over President Donald Trump's proposal that NATO impose 50-100% tariffs on Beijing over its purchase of Russian oil.

Inside Lashkar's Muridke Resurrection After Op Sindoor With Pak's Help

India, after finding cross-border links to the Pahalgam attack, launched Operation Sindoor and attacked multiple terror sites in Pakistan and PoK, including Lashkar-e-Taiba's headquarters in Muridke.

Ukraine Says It Needs $120 Billion To Fight Russia In 2026 If War Continues

Ukraine said Saturday that it needed at least $120 billion next year to fight Russia's invasion, and would need a similar amount to maintain its military, even if the war ended.

Over 1,000 Wasp Stings Kill Two Children In China, Beekeeper Faces Charges

Two children in China's Yunnan province died after hundreds of wasp stings. Authorities detained the beekeeper raising the hornets, later banning their farming and ordering inspections.

Ukraine Hits One Of Russia's Largest Oil Refining Complexes

A Ukrainian drone crashed into one of Russia's largest oil refining complexes on Saturday, sparking a fire and causing minor damage, a Russian official said.

Pakistan's Surveillance Of Its Citizens Not Security But Tyranny: Report

The track record of Pakistan's current civil-military regime paints a bleak picture of the country's future.

Nepal To Hold Parliamentary Elections March 5

Nepal President Ramchandra Paudel on Saturday called on all sides to cooperate in conducting fresh elections to the House of Representatives that are to be held on March 5

Fire Breaks Out At Oil Refinery After "Terrorist" Attack By Drones: Russia

A fire broke out at the facilities of an oil company in Russia's Bashkortostan region following a drone attack on Saturday, the governor said.

'Most Devoted': How One Man's Promise To His Blind Wife Is Captivating Millions

A man in Qingdao, China, has gone viral for caring for his blind wife for 12 years, earning widespread praise as the "most devoted husband."

Trump Threatens 50-100% Tariffs On China, Demands NATO Stop Buying Russia Oil

US President Donald Trump on Saturday said that the Russia-Ukraine war would end if NATO countries stopped buying Russian oil. He also threatened to impose 50-100 per cent tariffs on China for its purchase of petroleum from Russia.

Nasa Expels Chinese Nationals Over Espionage Fears

NASA has announced new restrictions barring Chinese nationals holding US visas from accessing its facilities, research programs, and internal networks.