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Japanese gov't approves stopgap funding amid struggles to pass fiscal 2026 budget
TOKYO, March 27 (Xinhua) -- The Japanese government on Friday approved a stopgap budget of 8.56 trillion yen (about 54 billion U.S. dollars) to cover expenditures for the first 11 days of April, as it struggles to secure the enactment of the regular budget
S. Korea's business sentiment worsens in March amid Middle East tensions
SEOUL, March 27 (Xinhua) -- Sentiment for South Korean businesses over the economic situation worsened this month amid the continued Middle East tensions, central bank data showed Friday. The composite business sentiment index (CBSI) in
Iran warns regional hotels against accepting U.S. soldiers
TEHRAN, March 27 (Xinhua) -- Iran has issued Thursday "decisive" warnings to hotel owners in regional countries, especially Bahrain and the United Arab Emirates (UAE), to
Trump claims Iran has allowed 10 oil vessels through Strait of Hormuz as "present"
WASHINGTON, March 26 (Xinhua) -- U.S. President Donald Trump claimed on Thursday that Iran has allowed 10 "boats of oil" through the Strait of Hormuz, including eight bearing Pakistani flags, touting this as a "present" to the United States amid reported
Trump's envoy confirms White House sent 15-point plan to Iran via Pakistan
WASHINGTON, March 26 (Xinhua) -- U.S. President Donald Trump's envoy Steve Witkoff on Thursday confirmed that the White House has sent a 15-point plan to Tehran via Pakistan in an attempt to end the war with Iran. "I can report to you today
Rapper turned politician: Who is Balen Shah, Nepal's youngest Prime Minister
Balen is set to be sworn in as Nepal’s new Prime Minister and is expected to form a cabinet of 15 to 18 members. ...
Where to watch European Qualifiers for FIFA World Cup 2026: Full global TV and live ...
Watch European World Cup qualifiers live in India on Sony Sports. Full global TV and streaming guide here. ...
‘We’ve grown so much’ – Beibhinn Parsons bullish as Ireland head into historic Six Nations campaign
Despite being just
Cian Tracey: Munster in crisis – and the pressure is on to secure a Champions Cup spot for next season
At the end of a very
World Cup play-offs: Italy stay on track as Wales, Ireland suffer penalty shoot-out heartbreak
Italy will face Bosnia and Herzegovina for a place at the 2026 World Cup
‘Very important neutral party’: Pakistan can play greater diplomatic role, says US lawmaker
WASHINGTON: As tensions surrounding Iran once again test regional diplomacy, Pakistan is emerging in Washington’s policy conversations as a potential intermediary — a shift that signals a broader reassessment of its strategic utility beyond the traditional
Indian, Canadian foreign ministers hold talks on bilateral ties, West Asia crisis
This was the first meeting of
Trump’s dramatic U‑turn on Strait of Hormuz: From ‘will open itself’ to acknowledging Iran’s control
Trump's approach
Epstein survivors sue Trump administration and Google over release of private information
A group of Epstein survivors filed a class action lawsuit against the Trump administration and Google on Thursday over the disclosure of personal information found in the release of files related to the late sex offender over the past several months. “The
NSW Police Investigate Swastika Vandalism at Jewish Sandwich Shop
New South Wales Police have launched an investigation after a swastika was allegedly etched into the window
Foreigners sell S. Korean stocks for 2nd month in February
SEOUL, March 27 (Xinhua) -- Foreign investors sold South Korean stocks for the second consecutive month to take short-term profits, financial watchdog data showed Friday. Offshore investors offloaded a net 19.56 trillion won (13.0 billion U.S. dollars) worth
SDF officer's intrusion into Chinese embassy "deeply regrettable," says Japanese defense minister
TOKYO, March 27 (Xinhua) -- Japan's Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi said Friday it was deeply regrettable that a Self-Defense Forces (SDF) officer, who should be complying with the law and maintaining discipline, had been arrested for breaking into the
Russian, U.S. lawmakers' meeting in Washington productive, says Russian ambassador
MOSCOW, March 27 (Xinhua) -- The latest talks between representatives of the Russian and U.S. lawmakers were productive and successful, Russian Ambassador to the United States Alexander Darchiev told RIA Novosti news agency on
India slashes fuel taxes due to Mideast war shortages: Finance Minister
India has reduced taxes on diesel and petrol, the government
North Korea confirms cooperation treaty with Belarus: KCNA
The leaders of North Korea and Belarus have signed a cooperation treaty,
Apple discontinues Mac Pro desktop in favour of the Mac Studio
The desktop is Apple's highest-end device for video editors, photographers and other advanced users. ...
China detaining Panama-flagged ships amid battle over port control: US agency
This follows mounting US pressure to curb Chinese influence around the strategic Panama Canal. ...
Cryptocurrencies aiding Iran during war
Over US$10 million (S$12.85 million) worth of cryptocurrencies left Iran between Feb 28 and March 2. ...
AI used to make ‘fetishised’ images of disabled women
A video of a woman with Down syndrome dancing in shorts and a cropped top has 4 million views. ...
Oscars show to move from Hollywood to downtown Los Angeles
There will be more room for red carpet arrivals and space backstage to produce more elaborate shows. ...
Iran mobilises over 1 million ground troops to counter US invasion threat
Iran mobilises over 1 million ground troops to counter US invasion threat ...
They did say that: Trump says CIA told him Iran's new Supreme Leader is gay
They did say that: Trump says CIA told him Iran's new Supreme Leader is gay ...