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Trump press secretary Karoline Leavitt's dress made in China? Chinese envoy's claim as trade war intensifies
The US-China trade war has spilled onto social media,
Major changes in Warriors’ squad ahead of match against Broncos
With a menagerie of changes to the
Wild Turkey 'detained' after causing chaos inside pharmacy in Indiana, netizens ask 'will it be deported?'
A wild turkey was detained after it caused panic
Xi makes a case for free trade as he tours Southeast Asia
Xi Jinping is currently touring Southeast Asia, promoting
Why has the Trump administration frozen $2bn funding for Harvard University? All FAQs answered
The Harvard University has rejected President Donald
New Zealand government proposes major overhaul of driver licensing system
New Zealand is set to overhaul its driver licensing
What is martial law and what happens if Trump imposes a similar order in US? ...
Will US President Donald Trump impose a military law-type
More than 10% of Afghans could lose healthcare by year-end: WHO
<p>Kabul, (APP - UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 15th Apr, 2025) More than 10 percent of the Afghan population could be deprived of healthcare by the end of the year due to the termination of US aid, the World Health Organization warned
Japan antitrust watchdog orders Google to halt monopolistic practice
TOKYO, April 15 (Xinhua) -- The Japan Fair Trade Commission on Tuesday issued a cease and desist order to Google LLC to stop unfairly pressuring smartphone makers to preinstall its search app in violation of the antitrust law. In issuing its first such order
Australian researchers confirm numerical modelling accurate in predicting coral bleaching
SYDNEY, April 15 (Xinhua) -- New research from Australia's Southern Cross University confirms the accuracy of numerical modeling in predicting coral bleaching, marking a significant advance in reef conservation efforts. The study, published on Tuesday in
Sweden unveils supplementary budget to boost growth amid global uncertainty
HELSINKI, April 15 (Xinhua) -- The Swedish government on Tuesday unveiled its 2025 Spring Budget, pledging 11.5 billion Swedish kronor (1.18 billion U.S. dollars) to stimulate growth and mitigate the impact of ongoing global economic uncertainty. The
Exiled Nicaraguan opposition leader sees dwindling options for democracy
DORAL, Fla. (AP) — A clandestine opposition movement remains active in Nicaragua, but options for restoring democracy in the Central American country are dwindling, former presidential challenger and political prisoner Félix Maradiaga told The Associated Press
New York City declares April 14 as Dr B.R. Ambedkar Day to honour global legacy ...
In a landmark gesture of recognition, New York City Mayor Eric Adams has officially declared April 14, 2025, as Dr B.R. Ambedkar Day, celebrating the legacy of the architect of the Indian Constitution and a global icon for human rights. The announcement was
London hosts talks to find 'pathway' to end Sudan war
Senior international officials gather in London on Tuesday aiming to chart a pathway to peace for Sudan on the second anniversary of its brutal civil conflict but without the presence of the warring parties. Dubbed the "forgotten war", the conflict which
A Palestinian activist expecting a US citizenship interview is arrested instead by ICE in Vermont
A Palestinian man who led protests against the war in Gaza as a student at Columbia University has been arrested at a Vermont immigration office where he expected to be interviewed about finalizing his U.S. citizenship. ...
Road accident in N. Afghanistan claims 2 lives, injures 2
KABUL, April 15 (Xinhua) -- Two commuters were killed and two others injured as a car veered from the road in northern Afghanistan's
Spain calls for dialogue to ease U.S. tariff tensions
MADRID, April 15 (Xinhua) -- Spanish Foreign Minister Jose Manuel Albares on Tuesday emphasized the need for diplomacy and dialogue over tariffs, following Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez's recent visit
Millions tune in for 24-hour live coverage of Sweden’s epic moose migration
Before Swedish slow TV hit
Kremlin says there is no outline yet for US-Russia deal on Ukraine, but political will ...
MOSCOW (Reuters) - The Kremlin said on Tuesday that there is not yet a clear outline of a potential U.S.-Russia deal on Ukraine, but that the political will to move in the direction of an agreement is there. Read full story ...
Winston Peters emphasises growing importance of NZ's Pacific ties with the United States
New Zealand's Pacific connection with the United States is "more important than ever", Foreign Affairs Minister Winston Peters said after rounding up the Hawai'i leg of his Pacific trip. Peters said common strategic interests of the US and New Zealand were
PNG's 'chief servant' James Marape defeats no-confidence vote
Papua New Guinea Prime Minister James Marape has survived a motion of no confidence against him in parliament. During the proceedings, livestreamed on EMTV, Speaker Job Pomat announced the results of the vote as 16 votes in favour and 89 against. In moving the
'Take standard health precautions': Fiji advises tourists amid dengue outbreak
The Fijian government is advising visitors "to take standard health precautions" during their stay in the country, as local authorities try to tackle a dengue outbreak. In a statement on Tuesday, one of the deputy prime ministers, Viliame Gavoka, said the
US-China Trade War Escalates, Beijing Suspends Boeing Jet Deliveries
China has told its airlines to stop taking deliveries of jets from American aviation giant Boeing, a report said Tuesday, as a trade war between Beijing and the United States deepens. ...
Singapore Announces General Elections On May 3, Dissolves Parliament
Singapore has long been dominated by the PAP, which is expected to remain in power, but opposition gains are closely watched. ...
Book aims to share Niuean culture
A children's book on Niuean culture has just been released in New Zealand. Titled, Hunt for Niu Tupu, the story is about a young girl and her grandfather in Niue examining niu (coconuts) in their backyard. The book's author, Inangaro Vakaafi, said the book is
How can Vanuatu fund its earthquake recovery? There’s only one option
By Peter Judge* Last October I argued that Vanuatu was facing an economic emergency. Since then, the world has become far more dangerous and uncertain, while Vanuatu was struck by the most damaging earthquake in its history. The earthquake has had a brutal
Tropical storm upgraded to Tropical Cyclone says Fiji's met service
Fiji's Meteorological Service has upgraded a Tropical low that's been hovering
Who Is Neela Rajendra? Why Did NASA Fire Her On Trump's Orders?
Neela Rajendra, NASA's Chief of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, has been dismissed following opposition to DEI initiatives by Trump and Musk. NASA dissolved its diversity division in March ...
Maldives Bans Entry Of Israelis In 'Resolute Solidarity' With Palestinian
The Maldives banned Israeli entry in solidarity with Palestinians, citing Israeli atrocities. President Mohamed Muizzu ratified the law. Only 59 Israelis visited in February. ...
