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.
US may reduce troops in Germany as Trump sends new signal
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US President Donald Trump is considering reducing the number of US troops in Germany, amid tensions with the German Chancellor and the NATO alliance.
US withdraws aircraft carrier from Middle East
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US withdraws aircraft carrier from Middle East, reducing military power amid tensions with Iran.
Finland could become a target for Russian missiles if it opens up nuclear weapons
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Finland will become a legitimate target for Russian missiles if it imports nuclear weapons.
US proposes new maritime alliance to restore traffic in the Strait of Hormuz
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The US calls on other countries to join a new international alliance to help ships travel through the Strait of Hormuz.
Russia expands LNG fleet as Europe tightens imports
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All newly added LNG ships have been renamed and moved to fly the Russian flag. Previously, these ships were owned by an Oman company.
Trump and Putin phone call for the 12th time
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Mr. Trump and Mr. Putin discussed many topics, including a ceasefire on Victory Day, the peace process in Ukraine and the situation in Iran.
The mystery of the location of 11 tons of Iranian uranium
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Since 8 years ago, when the US withdrew from the nuclear deal with Iran, Tehran has accumulated about 11 tons of enriched uranium and the location of this uranium remains a mystery.
Hotline of 18 people on duty to rescue ships in the Strait of Hormuz
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The UK Maritime Emergency Center plays a 24/7 switchboard role in remote rescue for ships in the Strait of Hormuz.
Russia announces control of 2 more settlements in Ukraine
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The Russian Ministry of Defense said on April 29 that the country's forces had controlled two settlements of the same name, Novodmitrovka, in Sumy and Donetsk provinces.
Trump faces record low approval rating
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A new survey shows that Americans are losing confidence in Mr. Trump amidst cost of living pressure and conflict.
Pentagon extends AI use agreement with Google
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The new agreement between the Pentagon and Google sparked debate about the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in modern military.
Russian T-72 tank tops global tank ranking
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The National Interest magazine (USA) ranks the Russian T-72 tank at the top of the list of tank models operating on the battlefield.
China experiences unseasonal heavy rain, some places flooded to the chest
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The record rain caused severe flooding, forcing more than 800 people to evacuate in Renzhou city, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, China.
Trend of global super-rich people choosing Thailand as a new destination
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Thailand is attracting capital from the global super-rich, thereby promoting demand for high-end real estate and increasing its role as a new investment destination in Asia.
Oil transshipment point related to Iran discovered off Malaysia
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An area off the coast of Malaysia is believed to have become an important oil transit point in Iran's oil transportation network.
