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The main opposition leader of South Korea has been sentenced to a one-year suspended prison term for violating the election law.

After the renowned businessman Mohamed Al-Fayed, now his brother Salah is also being accused of sexual abuse by several women.

North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has ordered the mass production of drones for attacks, causing concerns in the West and South Korea about the country's increasing military cooperation with Russia.

Manou Cassiers, a 25-year-old tourist from Antwerp, Belgium, had a harrowing experience at sea for 35 hours following a volcanic eruption in Indonesia. She describes the ordeal as a nightmare, with cockroaches everywhere.

The new weather phenomenon DANA has once again led to intense rainfall in parts of Spain, causing worries among the residents.

President Yoon Suk-yeol of South Korea has resumed his golfing activities after a hiatus of eight years, citing the need to engage with President Donald Trump of the United States on the golf course.

The war in Ukraine takes a remarkable turn as North Korean troops are reportedly active in the occupied Russian border region of Kursk. What does this mean for the course of the conflict? Follow the latest developments in the Ukraine war here.

Scientists in South Africa have discovered a simple solution to reduce the number of shark attacks on surfers.

Archbishop of Canterbury forced to resign following a report on mishandling of 'grotesque abuse of boys and men' within the Anglican Church.

Defectors reveal the truth about North Korean 'elite troops' sent to Ukraine by Kim Jong-un, painting a far less intimidating picture than the dictator claims.

A homeless man was found dead on the streets of Lyon, France, possibly killed by a concrete block. The incident shows similarities to a prior case in Rotterdam.

Argentinian President Javier Milei has fulfilled his promise of tackling bureaucracy in the South American country by abolishing an unnecessary law that designates the president as the godfather or godmother of the seventh child born to a couple.

The recent phone call between Donald Trump and Russian President Putin has sparked controversy over potential violation of the Logan Act. Despite accusations, legal experts suggest prosecution is unlikely.

According to reports, a large number of Russian and North Korean soldiers have been surrounded in the Ukrainian-occupied part of Koersk, with an offensive expected to start soon.

A North Korean soldier in Kursk, who is recovering in a hospital bed, has spoken out about the situation in the border region occupied by Ukraine.

A BBC documentary sheds light on the mysterious beluga whale dubbed Hvaldimir which was found floating in a bay in Norway and was suspected to be a spy whale.

Since the re-election of Donald Trump, young American women have shown interest in a celibacy trend inspired by their South Korean counterparts, as a form of protest.

Chinese President Xi Jinping congratulates Donald Trump on his victory and calls for peaceful cooperation amidst expectations of renewed tensions in trade, technology, and the Taiwan issue.

Dozens of monkeys have escaped from a research center in the American state of South Carolina, causing concern in the town of Yemassee.

Reports suggest that North Korean soldiers stationed at the front in Ukraine are spending most of their time watching porn online, while their activities are closely monitored back home.

Recent research shows a decreasing trend in sexual activities among Japanese high school students, with more deaths than births recorded in 2023.

The Chinese military leadership cautions soldiers about the dangers of dating apps and online gambling.

North Korea launched at least seven missiles on Tuesday, defying United Nations resolutions. The ballistic missiles reached an altitude of 100 kilometers and traveled 400 kilometers, according to the Japanese Ministry of Defense. The projectiles likely landed in the Sea of Japan east of North Korea.

NATO Chief Rutte issued a warning during his visit to Germany, stressing that the frontline in Ukraine is shifting towards Western Europe. He also called on allies to increase defense spending.

Chinese company Lingkong Tianxing Technology has successfully completed test flights of their supersonic aircraft prototype, aiming to have the first commercial flight in 2027.

At least nine people have been killed as Mount Lewotobi Laki-laki volcano erupted on the Indonesian island of Flores on Sunday night. The victims died as their homes collapsed, according to a local official. Seven villages have been affected by the eruption, with local authorities initiating evacuations.

With the selection of Kemi Badenoch as the new leader of the Conservative Party, lively debates are anticipated to return to the British Parliament. Badenoch's outspoken nature promises to challenge Labour Prime Minister Keir Starmer, injecting energy back into the weekly question sessions.

The controversy over President Joe Biden's derogatory remarks towards Republican voters continues to escalate as it is revealed that the White House tampered with the official transcript to conceal the disparaging statement.

There is newfound hope for an end to the bloody wars in the Middle East as signs of progress emerge. Eight reasons, including surprising developments such as the Netanyahu son's wedding, indicate a potential shift towards peace.

Typhoon Kong-rey has claimed the life of at least one person in Taiwan, leaving 73 injured, according to the fire department. The typhoon, the strongest since 1996, made landfall on Thursday on the east coast, causing disruptions in transportation and power outages.