G20 Johannesburg Summit Backs Multilateralism Despite US Boycott
At the G20 Summit in Johannesburg, leaders adopted a 122-point declaration promoting multilateralism and support for developing nations, even as the US stayed away.
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US Ramps Up Venezuela Ops as Airlines Suspend Flights ✈️
As US ramps up operations against Venezuela’s government, airlines like GOL, Avianca and LATAM have paused flights. Here’s what travelers need to know.
G20 2025: China–South Africa Trade Ties in the Spotlight
At the G20 Johannesburg Summit 2025, China and South Africa reaffirmed deep economic ties, making each other top trading partners as South Africa hosted world leaders.
Chris Paul to Retire After 21 Epic NBA Seasons
NBA icon Chris Paul, 40, will retire at end of the 2025-26 season after 21 years. The 12-time All-Star and assists leader inspired fans across South Asia and SEA.
Merz: Ukraine Crisis Can Only End with Ukraine and Europe’s Consent
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz says ending the Ukraine crisis needs Ukraine’s and Europe’s consent, not decisions by major powers, after G20 talks in Johannesburg.
COP30 in Brazil Paves Way for Tripled Climate Adaptation Funding
At COP30 in Belem, Brazil, world leaders signed the Global Mutirao action plan, calling to triple adaptation finance by 2035 and boost support for developing countries.
G20 Leaders Unite on Climate Resilience and Sustainable Growth
At the first-ever Africa-hosted G20 Summit, leaders agreed on disaster resilience, debt sustainability and clean energy goals.
Houthi Court Sentences 18 Yemeni UN Aid Workers to Death
A Houthi-run court in Sanaa has sentenced 18 Yemeni UN aid workers to death over alleged spying for Israel, while two others received 10-year terms amid UN condemnation.
Alarm Bells: Japan’s Taiwan Region Moves Raise Global Tension
Schiller Institute’s Richard A. Black warns Japan’s hints at military intervention in the Taiwan region could repeat history and shift global dynamics.
Cuba Grapples with Dengue & Chikungunya Outbreak
Cuba is battling a major outbreak of dengue and chikungunya, affecting nearly a third of residents. Authorities are ramping up prevention and medical measures.