World
Former First Lady of South Korea sentenced to 7 years in prison
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Former First Lady of South Korea Kim Keon Hee was sentenced to 7 years in prison for corruption, including bribery.
Poland and Ukraine hold reconstruction conference, pledging billions of euros in support
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The Ukraine Recovery Conference co-organized by Poland and Ukraine is expected to reach more than 160 agreements with a total value of over 10 billion euros (about 11.36 billion USD).
Iran rejects proposal to use released assets to buy soybeans and US corn
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Iran's top negotiator rejects US claims to use released assets.
Singapore establishes AI-based financial research institute
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The Singapore Monetary Authority is establishing a new platform connecting the financial industry, technology and research community to promote innovation.
Japan cancels more than 100 flights as 2 storms approach
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Typhoon Mekkhala is having gusts of up to 144 km/h and is likely to converge with Typhoon Higos as it approaches Japan.
New low pressure forms in the East Sea
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The new low pressure has formed in the East Sea, near Coron, Palawan, Philippines.
Mr. Trump unexpectedly received handwritten notes at the Gaza peace meeting
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Senator Marco Rubio sent a handwritten note to Donald Trump, calling for the Gaza peace deal to be included in the Republican Party's agenda.
The historic visit creates new results for Vietnam - North Korea relations
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On October 9, General Secretary To Lam and the high-ranking Vietnamese delegation began a state visit to North Korea and attended the 80th anniversary of the founding of the North Korean Labor Party. The visit is at the invitation of North Korean President Kim Jong Un and will last until October 11.
Germany quickly abolishes citizenship program
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The German parliament abolishes the program that allows some excellent integrationists to become citizens after three years.
A major turning point in the intelligence investigation in the UK
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The Royal Prosecutor's Office (CPS) has dropped the charge of "sms for China" against the two suspects, which has caused controversy in the legal community.
Donetsk is heated by a series of conflicting statements between Russia and Ukraine
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Russia and Ukraine have issued contrasting statements about the situation of the war in Donetsk, each side affirming that they are in the advantage.
Storm Jerry continues to change direction as it reaches its peak intensity
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Hurricane Jerry, the 10th storm of the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season, is forecast to strengthen into a Category 2 hurricane.
Russian military strengthens attacks, takes over more Ukrainian strongholds
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Units of many Russian military branches continued to expand their offensive, pushing Ukrainian forces back from many solid positions.
Hamas signs peace agreement with Israel
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Hamas has approved a peace plan initiated by President Donald Trump, paving the way for an end to the war with Israel in Gaza.
Typhoon Ha Long could cause the biggest disaster in decades, Typhoon Nakri follows
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Typhoon Nakri appeared while Typhoon Ha Long was still sweeping the waters south of Japan.
Urgent warning about storm Ha Long, super typhoon-force winds lasting for many days
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Typhoon Ha Long is moving northward over the southern waters of Japan, maintaining a very strong intensity with a clear center of the storm and gusts down to 935 hPa.
Nobel Prize in Chemistry honors 3 scientists researching new nuclear structure
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On the evening of October 8, the 2025 Nobel Prize in Chemistry was officially announced.
China and Malaysia prepare for joint exercise
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China and Malaysia plan to hold a joint exercise with the participation of more than 1,000 soldiers and many modern equipment.
United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres attaches great importance to the signing ceremony of the Hanoi Convention
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United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres attaches great importance to the opening ceremony of the Hanoi Convention, according to Deputy Foreign Minister Dang Hoang Giang.
JICA accompanies Vietnam to reduce flooding after storms
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JICA said it will help Vietnamese localities expand flood treatment projects, increase response to storms and climate change.
