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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. Support us to deliver journalism without an agenda. Whether $5 or $50, every contribution counts. More than one million people have signed a petition calling for the impeachment of South Korea’s president Yoon Suk Yeol. The petition, which went live on 20 June, urges the parliament to impeach Mr Yoon for alleged corruption and other issues. It surpassed a million signatures on Wednesday. Backed by the opposition Democratic Party of Korea, the huge turnout reflected…

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 campaign of sending trash-filled balloons into South Korea labeled as “soft terrorism” by American think tank. Pyongyang’s balloons, containing harmful materials, are seen as a form of psychological warfare resembling tactics from the Korean War. The North’s actions are a response to South Korea’s propaganda leaflet drops, signaling a policy shift and increased hostility from the Kim regime.…

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. A UN human rights panel has called for the immediate release of former Pakistan prime minister Imran Khan, saying he has been detained “arbitrarily in violation of international laws”. In an opinion published on Monday, the UN Working Group on Arbitrary Detention noted that Mr Khan’s detention had “no legal basis and appears to have been intended to disqualify him…

Support trulyindependent 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. A Chinese teenager was racially attacked in New Zealand, prompting a call for police investigation by the Chinese embassy. The 16-year-old student was assaulted by a woman with a metal bar while on a bus to Auckland City. The unprovoked attack left the victim severely injured, with witnesses reporting racial abuse before the physical assault. Only one passenger intervened, highlighting the…

Stay Updated with Breaking News Alerts! Sign up for our free newsletter India’s government is investigating allegations that Apple supplier Foxconn discriminated against married women at its iPhone plant in Tamil Nadu by excluding them from jobs due to family responsibilities. The Ministry of Labour sought a detailed report on the issue, citing violations of the Equal Remuneration Act of 1976. Although Apple and Foxconn acknowledged past lapses in hiring practices, they refute current discrimination claims. Foxconn states that married women make up a significant portion of its recent hires and emphasizes its commitment to diversity and non-discrimination. Foxconn, a…

A suspected North Korean hypersonic missile exploded midair after launch near Pyongyang, as reported by South Korea’s Joint Chiefs of Staff. The missile, launched amidst North Korea’s recent pact with Russia, failed to reach its target, hinting at technical issues. The missile, likely using solid fuel propellants, was North Korea’s first launch after signing a strategic partnership pact with Russia. This move raised concerns internationally, especially from Seoul, Washington, and Tokyo, due to potential implications on the Ukraine conflict. In response to joint training drills by the US and South Korea, North Korea condemned the actions and hinted at retaliation.…

Get real-time breaking news alerts directly in your inbox by signing up for our breaking news emails for free Subscribe to our free breaking news emails now! Three people were injured, including a Japanese woman and child, in a recent knife attack in Suzhou, China. The incident involved a man attempting to attack a bus carrying students. The man, believed to be Chinese, targeted the Japanese individuals as they awaited the school bus. A Chinese woman onboard the bus was also harmed when she tried to prevent the attacker from boarding. While the Japanese embassy confirmed the perpetrator’s arrest and…

India’s Alleged Weapons Support to Israel for Gaza War: A Controversial Move Former Israeli envoy Daniel Carmon suggests India may be supplying weapons to Israel for the Gaza war as a gesture of gratitude for Israel’s support during the 1999 conflict with Pakistan. Reports claim India is providing drones and munitions for Israel’s military campaign against Hamas, though India has not confirmed this. Spain recently denied entry to ships carrying arms from India to Israel, citing its commitment to avoid contributing to conflicts. Indian media reports also state that Delhi supplied advanced drones to Israel. India’s support for Israel has…

Get free real-time breaking news alerts straight to your inbox by signing up for our breaking news emails Sign up for our free breaking news emails At least 22 people have died in South Korea following a powerful explosion and fire at a lithium battery factory in Hwaseong city. Most of the victims are foreigners, with 18 being Chinese nationals. The death toll is expected to rise, and rescue efforts are ongoing for missing individuals. The blaze, which started with a series of battery cell explosions, created a high-intensity fire that made it challenging for firefighters to identify and rescue…

Get Instant Breaking News Alerts! Sign up for our free breaking news emails now! Japan recently sanctioned an Indian tech company for allegedly aiding Russia in evading sanctions related to the Ukraine war. The sanctions, including asset freezes, targeted entities in various countries, marking Japan’s first sanctions on an Indian company since 1998. The sanctioned Indian company, Si2 Microsystems, faces allegations of exporting dual-use technology to Russia. This move by Japan comes after a similar ban by the US and the EU on Si2 Microsystems for supporting Russia’s military operations. Additionally, Chinese firms were also sanctioned by Japan for their…