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Support truly independent journalism Find out more Close Our mission is to deliver unbiased, fact-based reporting that holds power to account and exposes the truth. Whether $5 or $50, every contribution counts. Support us to deliver journalism without an agenda. The son of media mogul Jimmy Lai has called on all foreign judges to leave Hong Kong’s judicial system, which he claimed pressures them to go along with Beijing’s clampdown on “pro-democracy protesters”. Sebastien Lai has been advocating for the release of his 76-year-old father, who has been accused of colluding with foreign forces under the Beijing-imposed national security law.…

Support truly independent journalism Find out more Close Our mission is to deliver unbiased, fact-based reporting that holds power to account and exposes the truth. Whether $5 or $50, every contribution counts. Support us to deliver journalism without an agenda. North Korea’s strict crackdown on Western influence becomes evident through the recent public execution of a 22-year-old citizen for listening to and sharing K-pop music and films, as reported by South Korea. The victim was executed for engaging with South Korean cultural content, highlighting Pyongyang’s oppressive stance on Western culture. The regime enforces bans on various practices deemed “reactionary,” such…

Tragic Incident: Sri Lankan Fishermen Die After Drinking Unknown Liquids Found at Sea Receive Real-Time Breaking News Alerts! Sign up to our free breaking news emails for the latest updates straight to your inbox. Tragedy struck as five Sri Lankan fishermen lost their lives after consuming unknown liquids found in bottles adrift at sea, the nation’s navy reported. The group of six fishermen, on a multiday trip, discovered the bottles floating approximately 320 nautical miles off the Sri Lankan coast. Mistaking the contents for alcohol, they drank from the bottles, resulting in the deaths of four fishermen, with a fifth…

Get real-time breaking news alerts in your inbox – sign up now! Sign up for free breaking news emails today North Korea launched two ballistic missiles, with one potentially exploding mid-flight. This action followed a threat to respond to joint military drills conducted by the US, Japan, and South Korea. The missiles were launched from the country’s southeast and flew varying distances before the possible malfunction of the second missile, leading to debris falling inland. South Korea has condemned the launches and remains prepared to defend against further provocations. The missile launches were likely in response to a tri-country military…

Stay Informed with Breaking News Alerts Sign up for our free breaking news emails South Korea reports that North Korea publicly executed a 22-year-old citizen for listening to and sharing K-pop music and films. The man was executed for consuming South Korean media that the North considers a threat to its regime. North Korea has strict laws against the consumption of foreign media, including K-pop, as it aims to shield its citizens from outside influence. The regime enforces punishments for those caught engaging with such content, including public executions and other harsh measures. The report on North Korean human rights…

Tragedy struck on Japan’s iconic Mount Fuji as four people were found dead, prompting a warning against climbing the mountain before the official season. Three individuals were discovered in cardiac arrest inside a crater on the summit, while another died after collapsing on the north side. Rescue operations are underway, with one body recovered and efforts ongoing for the rest based on weather conditions. The incidents occurred after a Tokyo resident reported her missing husband, leading to the grim discoveries by law enforcement officials. With the climbing season yet to begin officially, the danger of premature ascents is highlighted, emphasizing…

Receive Real-Time Breaking News Alerts!Sign Up Now! Bangladesh’s most notorious executioner, Shahjahan Bhuiyan, has passed away at the age of 74, just a year after being released from prison. Known for hanging criminals, including serial killers, Bhuiyan was rushed to the hospital with chest pain and later died while undergoing treatment. Having served a 42-year prison sentence for robbery and murder, Bhuiyan became a hangman at Dhaka’s top jail. He executed at least 26 criminals, but reports suggest the number could be as high as 60, including prominent politicians charged with war crimes. Landlord and Sister of Bangladesh’s hangman wait…

Tragedy struck in South Korea as a powerful explosion at a lithium battery factory claimed the lives of 22 people, with one worker still missing. The fire in Hwaseong city caused workers to lose consciousness and perish within seconds due to toxic smoke from stored lithium batteries. Rescue efforts are ongoing to find the missing worker, with human remains and personal effects being recovered for identification. Authorities are conducting a joint investigation to determine the cause of the accident, with most victims being temporary workers at the plant. The identities of the deceased, including Chinese and Laotian nationals, are being…

Sign up for free breaking news alerts delivered to your inbox Subscribe to our breaking news emails for the latest updates The Indian government dismisses the head of the National Testing Agency amid allegations of exam irregularities that have led to protests nationwide. Subodh Kumar Singh was relieved from his position on Saturday, with a committee appointed to review operations and suggest exam reforms. The National Testing Agency, responsible for conducting college admission and government job exams, faced controversy over the NEET medical entrance test. Concerns arose over leaked papers, with over 2.4 million students competing for limited seats. After…

Get Instant Breaking News Alerts! Sign up for our free breaking news emails. China has introduced the death penalty in judicial guidelines for staunch supporters of Taiwanese independence. The new guidelines, announced on Friday, intend to severely punish individuals advocating Taiwan independence and inciting secession crimes according to Chinese law. Activities like promoting Taiwan’s international memberships or military contacts with foreign nations will be penalized, ranging from prison sentences to the death penalty. The move is seen as a response to Taiwan’s new leader, who has pushed for the acceptance of Taiwan’s de facto independence from China. Taiwan’s president Lai…