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Russia is angry with South Korea for sending drones with propaganda to North Korea, threatening the 'rule of law' in the country.

Kim Yo-jong, the influential sister of North Korean leader Kim Jong-un, accuses South Korea of sending drones into their airspace, escalating tensions between the two countries.

In China, arranging a job for your pet is becoming a big business due to factors like aging population and declining workforce.

Taiwan's Ministry of Defense reported a record of 153 Chinese aircrafts flying around the island on Monday, as China conducted large military exercises as a warning to Taiwanese separatist forces. The United States expressed deep concerns over the exercises.

North Korea blew up part of the roads connecting South and North Korea, as confirmed by the South Korean army. Tensions rise as Pyongyang threatens to cut off all connections between the two countries.

China has initiated a large-scale military exercise around Taiwan to send a warning against separatist actions, with Taipei condemning it as a shameless provocation.

Chinese government's widespread espionage activities in collaboration with citizens and businesses is causing concern among Western intelligence agencies.

The South Korean army reports that North Korea has begun preparations to blow up roads connecting the two countries, as tension rises between the two neighbors.

China has started military exercises in the Taiwan Strait as a warning against the 'separatist actions of the Taiwanese independence forces'. Taiwan condemns China's actions as 'irrational and provocative'.

SpaceX Starship, the largest rocket ever, is set to launch on its fifth test flight from Texas with some unique recovery experiments.

Kim Jong-un's sister, Kim Yo-jong, has warned South Korea of a 'terrible disaster' if Seoul sends drones to North Korea again.

The mystery surrounding the disappearance of 22-year-old Andrew 'Sandy' Irvine on Mount Everest has finally been solved after 100 years. Learn why the family is so moved...

Body parts of experienced American diver Colleen Monfore, who went missing two weeks ago, have been discovered in a shark's stomach.

The North Korean army announced that it will completely close all roads and railways connected to South Korea starting Wednesday. The country also plans to strengthen border regions within its own territory, according to the North Korean news agency KCNA.

British critics are overwhelmingly negative about Boris Johnson's book 'Unleashed', with only his own Daily Telegraph being mild. Read more on telegraaf.nl.

Two Chinese engineers were killed in a terrorist attack in Karachi, Pakistan, with a separatist group claiming responsibility for the suicide bombing.

As conflict escalates between Israel and Hezbollah, over a million people in Lebanon are fleeing, leading to concerns about a new refugee influx in Europe.

Storm Helene has claimed the lives of 191 people in the United States, causing significant damage across six states. President Joe Biden visits affected areas and deploys military for relief efforts.

Chinese President Xi Jinping cautioned his people about the challenges ahead on the eve of the 75th anniversary of the People's Republic of China.

The storm Helene has reportedly claimed the lives of 155 people in multiple states in the United States, with the death toll expected to rise as rescue teams reach remote areas.

The Surinamese oil field in Block 58 is estimated to hold around 700 million barrels of oil, with potential to produce 200,000 barrels per day. TotalEnergies is expected to make a $10 billion investment decision during a visit to Suriname.

Lebanon, once known as the 'Switzerland of the Middle East', lost its status due to internal discord among its diverse population, the Palestinian issue, and multiple Israeli invasions.

German police have arrested a Chinese spy in Leipzig. The spy, Yaqi X., was found to be passing sensitive documents containing confidential aviation data to another spy from the People's Republic. The arrest was announced today by the Attorney General.

Two police officers in South Korea have been convicted for their involvement in a Halloween tragedy that took place almost two years ago, resulting in the deaths of over 150 people. The officers were found guilty of failing to prevent the disaster, which led to a deadly stampede due to overcrowding on the streets.

At least 43 people have been reported dead in various American states as a result of Helene. The storm caused significant damage before weakening.

Saudi Arabia has executed 198 convicted individuals in 2024, making it one of the highest-ranking countries in terms of number of death penalties carried out.

The death toll from the passage of the tropical storm Helene in the United States has further risen, with more than twenty deaths reported, including two from a deadly tornado in Georgia. The storm caused extensive damage in Florida and other states.

A new Chinese naval submarine has sunk before it could leave the shipyard, causing concerns for the navy's capabilities and ambitions.

A recent incident on a Cathay Pacific flight from Hong Kong to London resulted in a heated argument between passengers due to a reclined seat, leading to a lifetime ban for the disruptive passengers.

During a private meeting with leaders of Australia, India, and Japan, U.S. President Joe Biden unintentionally criticized China, stating that China continues to behave aggressively and test them in the entire region.