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- US launches new strikes on Iran, targeting missile sites and naval forces
- Taiwan’s economy grows significantly due to AI, but benefits are unevenly shared
- Biden files lawsuit against Justice Department to halt release of audio files
- Knife robberies decline in hotspot areas as policing efforts intensify
- Drones crash near crowds during light show at Sydney Harbour, prompting cancellations
- Asia can improve digital infrastructure investment to close access gaps
- Group of women and children with alleged ISIL links arrives in Australia
- Frank Lampard awarded LMA manager of the year after guiding Coventry to Premier League
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Taiwan’s economy is experiencing rapid growth, with GDP rising 8.63% in 2025 and 13.69% in early 2026, driven largely by semiconductor exports. However, concerns are growing about wealth inequality, as many outside the tech sector feel overlooked amid the AI boom’s benefits.
Dozens of drones crashed during a Vivid Sydney light show, prompting the cancellation of upcoming drone displays due to safety concerns following a communication glitch.
A group of 19 women and children with alleged ISIL ties has returned to Australia from a Syrian refugee camp, arriving in Sydney and Melbourne. The Australian Federal Police reported no arrests, but investigations are ongoing. The government has stated that anyone involved in criminal activity will face prosecution.
Germany’s leadership in Europe has weakened following Angela Merkel’s retirement, leaving Olaf Scholz’s government operating as a caretaker amid crises, including economic pressures and geopolitical tensions.
China has warned of potential “countermeasures” in response to Donald Trump’s proposed 50% tariff on Chinese imports, describing US actions as unilateral bullying and illegitimate.
Thibaut Courtois acknowledged Real Madrid’s preparations to counter Arsenal’s set-piece capabilities ahead of their Champions League quarterfinal clash.
Pre-orders for the Nintendo Switch 2 are already selling out, indicating potential scarcity during the Christmas season, despite Nintendo’s efforts to combat scalping.
Colossal Biosciences claims to have successfully “de-extincted” the dire wolf by creating three pups, genetically modified from grey wolves, using a complete dire wolf genome reconstructed from ancient DNA.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) has successfully enhanced their performance by effectively utilising their Indian players, with notable improvements from Devdutt Padikkal and Jitesh Sharma this season.
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