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The United States has accused China of engaging in 'dangerous maneuvers' in the South China Sea, following an incident involving Chinese and Filipino vessels.

Six South Korean opposition parties have initiated an impeachment process against President Yoon Suk-yeol. The parliament is likely to vote on Yoon's political future on Friday or Saturday.

South Korean ministers express their intention to collectively offer their resignation to the premier following the emergency declared by President Yoon Suk-yeol.

A search is underway in the village of Marguerite, Pennsylvania for 64-year-old Elizabeth Pollard who disappeared while looking for her cat. Police suspect she may have fallen into a sinkhole discovered in the vicinity.

Korea expert Remco Breuker from Leiden University considers the actions of South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol as a coup attempt.

South Korean troops are attempting to enter the country's parliament as live footage shows. Parliamentary staff are trying to keep the forces at bay. The parliament is trying to convene a meeting to discuss the martial law that has been imposed, a gathering which is prohibited under the martial law.

President Yoon Suk-yeol of South Korea has declared a state of emergency in a late-night televised address, leading to backlash from his own party and the opposition.

Recent cable breaks in Finland have raised concerns, with one cable intentionally damaged near Helsinki and investigations ongoing for another break. The Finnish government is closely monitoring the situation, with authorities cooperating with Sweden. This incident comes after previous disruptions in the Nordic region, highlighting the vulnerability of critical infrastructure.

A court in Vietnam has rejected the appeal in the fraud case of real estate tycoon Truong My Lan, leaving tens of thousands of people losing their savings.

Residents of a peaceful residential area in Merthyr Tydfil, a small village in South Wales, were surprised by a huge sinkhole that appeared overnight. The cause of the sinkhole remains unconfirmed, sparking concerns among locals.

Aleppo, a significant city in Syria, is now mostly under the control of jihadists, posing a major challenge for the Syrian regime led by Bashar al-Assad with the support of Russia. Read more for further details.

Winston Churchill, the iconic statesman, was born 150 years ago today. Explore the life and achievements of this legendary figure.

A luxury cruise to Antarctica turned into a nightmare for 170 passengers as the ship had to return early due to engine issues, leaving passengers dissatisfied with the compensation offered by the cruise company.

A former childcare worker in Australia has been sentenced to life imprisonment for raping and abusing nearly seventy girls. The judge in Brisbane described the extent and nature of the crimes as 'depraved' and 'terrible', according to Australian media reports.

The situation in Mozambique is escalating as protests continue and the President seeks safety in a coastal town.

An old debt repayment deal between Ukraine and Russia turns sour as Russian military uses bombers sold by Ukraine against them.

A Belgian couple, Lucianna G. (30) and Christophe L. (37), miraculously survived a shipwreck in Egypt after hours of uncertainty in the water.

Learn more about Scott Bessent, the hedgefund manager nominated as the new US Treasury Secretary in the Trump administration.

Ukrainian troops now occupy just over half of the territory they conquered earlier this year in the Russian region of Koersk. They are fighting to maintain a strong negotiating position.

A South Korean court has sentenced a 26-year-old man to a one-year suspended prison term for attempting to escape his military service in an unusual way. The man admitted to overeating in an effort to avoid conscription.

Daughter of famous war veteran accused of misusing funds from charitable foundation set up in late veteran's honor.

The recent arrest warrants issued by the International Criminal Court have placed Israel under further scrutiny, leading to concerns of increased isolation on the international stage.

American President Joe Biden turned 82 on Wednesday and celebrated his birthday with his family according to news site The Hill. Biden returned from South America late Tuesday night.

President Biden has made the decision to supply Ukraine with a large quantity of antipersonnel mines in an effort to bolster the country's defenses against Russian aggression. This move comes as tensions continue to rise in the region.

A Republican congresswoman in the US House of Representatives has proposed a bill to deny transgender individuals access to women's toilets in the Capitol.

A professional diver tragically passed away after being attacked by a white shark while diving off the coast of New Zealand. The incident occurred on the Chatham Islands, sparking fear among the local diving community.

Three individuals died of suffocation during a vehicle test at a Hyundai factory in South Korea, according to the South Korean news agency Yonhap. The incident occurred in the southeastern city of Ulsan.

French farmers are gearing up for a new wave of protests with blockades, fires, and demonstrations in response to various grievances. The government has warned against violence as tensions rise.

Where can Israelis still travel safely? The puzzle is getting smaller. Read all about the incidents worldwide and the government's travel advice on Telegraaf.nl.

Bob Geldof, the initiator of Band Aid and the iconic single 'Do They Know It's Christmas', has brushed off criticism labeling the project as colonial, stating that it's just a pop song. Learn more on telegraaf.nl.