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- EU to prevent new member states from acquiring veto rights amid enlargement push
- 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
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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.
US President Donald Trump has dismissed at least six National Security Council officials, including David Feith and Brian Walsh, following a meeting with far-right activist Laura Loomer.
South Korea’s constitutional court upheld the impeachment of President Yoon Suk Yeol, who was dismissed for violating his duties as commander-in-chief by declaring martial law and mobilising troops.
Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen has unequivocally rejected President Trump’s calls for the US to take control of Greenland, emphasising that the matter impacts the global order established over generations.
Jofra Archer’s figures of 0 for 76 set a new IPL record for the most runs conceded in a four-over spell, surpassing the previous record of 73 runs held by Mohit Sharma.
Asian markets witnessed significant declines following a drastic sell-off on Wall Street, driven by the announcement of new tariffs by the Trump administration.
South Korea’s Constitutional Court has upheld the impeachment of Yoon Suk Yeol, determining that his declaration of martial law breached constitutional protocols and impeded judicial independence.
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