Cyclone Ditwah: 275K Sri Lankan Children at Risk
UNICEF reports 275,000 children among 1.4M people hit by Cyclone Ditwah in Sri Lanka. Urgent aid needed for water, nutrition, shelter and emotional support.
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China-Laos Railway Supercharges Tourism & Trade Connectivity
Nearly four years after its December 2021 launch, the 1,035-km China-Laos Railway has handled 62.5M passengers and 72.5M tonnes of cargo, boosting tourism and trade.
Aid Race Kicks Off as Asia Flood Death Toll Tops 1,200
As of Dec 2, 2025, monsoon floods in South & Southeast Asia have killed over 1,200. Aid teams race to deliver rice, water and essentials to stranded survivors.
Takaichi’s $500K Campaign Spree Falls Short in 2024 LDP Race
Despite splurging roughly ¥83.8M ($500K) on digital ads and flyers, PM Takaichi lost the 2024 LDP presidential race, sparking debate over campaign strategies.
Sri Lanka Cyclone Death Toll Rises to 410
Death toll from a powerful Sri Lanka cyclone has climbed to 410, with 336 people missing, as authorities intensify search, rescue, and relief efforts amid widespread devastation.
Algoma Steel to Cut 1,000 Jobs Amid U.S. Tariffs
Algoma Steel plans to lay off 1,000 workers in March 2026 after 50% U.S. tariffs squeeze its business. Ontario rolls out retraining programs and pushes for local steel in infrastructure.
US Firms Fuel Nearly Half of Global Arms Revenue in 2024: SIPRI Report
A new SIPRI report reveals US companies took in $334B in 2024 arms sales—nearly half of the record $679B global total.
Macron & Merz: No Ukraine Peace Plan Without Ukraine and Europe
Macron and Merz insist any Ukraine peace deal must include Ukraine and Europe, as Zelenskyy pushes for solid security guarantees.
Landslide at Peru River Port Kills 12, Dozens Missing
A landslide at Peru’s Iparia river port killed 12, injured 25, and left around 40 missing amid heavy rains and challenging rescue conditions.
Chinese Carmakers Dominate 2025 São Paulo Car Show
At the 2025 São Paulo Car Show, manufacturers from the Chinese mainland dominate the exhibit floor, signaling their fast-growing presence in Brazil’s auto market.