World
Iceland reacts strongly to the joke that it will become a US state
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Icelandic people have signed a petition protesting after the Ambassador nominated by Mr. Trump made sensitive comments about the country's sovereignty.
Ukraine records missile interception rate dropping to record low
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Ukraine's missile interception rate only reached 36% in the first 2 weeks of 2026, the lowest level since the conflict entered a new phase.
South Korea sentences former President Yoon Suk Yeol to 5 years in prison
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South Korea has a new court ruling, marking an important legal turning point related to the political crisis that shocked South Korea.
France accelerates development of Russia's Oreshnik counter-missile
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France promotes long-range missile program in cooperation with European superpowers, after Russia used Oreshnik missiles in the Ukraine conflict.
The first storm in 2026 is expected to be particularly dangerous
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Typhoon Ada - the first storm in 2026 - is moving in an unusual direction in the Philippine Sea, forecast to be particularly dangerous.
Strong cold air forecast this week, temperatures may drop to 14 degrees Celsius
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Many cold air waves are forecast to arrive this week, causing deep drop temperatures and heavy rain.
Ukraine's peace proposal remains at a standstill
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Since US President Donald Trump proposed a proposal including 28 points on a peaceful political solution to quickly end the nearly 4-year-long conflict between Russia and Ukraine, diplomatic negotiations between the parties directly and indirectly involved have been very active.
Fighting broke out at the Thailand - Cambodia border
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The Thai military said it had conducted airstrikes in the border area with Cambodia.
Russian gold sets historic record amid rising gold prices
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Russia's gold reserves hit an all-time high, as world gold prices continue to rise.
Louvre Museum Leaks Water Damages Hundreds of Egyptian Antiquities
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Just a few weeks after the daring jewelry theft, the Louvre Museum continues to see leaks that damaged hundreds of valuable documents about Egyptian antiques.
Typhoons from strong to strong, warning of risks to aviation, power grid
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The strong geostationary storm expected to hit Earth on December 9 could pose risks to aviation, satellites and the power grid.
Russia declares to shoot down 1,400 Ukrainian soldiers in one day
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Russian operational groups simultaneously caused great damage to Ukrainian forces in many directions.
Forecast of cold air, heavy snowstorms due to La Nina
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A strong La Nina is preparing to cause a new snowstorm and cold front, affecting millions of people.
Next week's book decision will shape gold prices in the final period of 2025
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Gold prices are forming a new level around $4,200/ounce as the market is almost stationary waiting for the Fed to decide on next week's policy.
Forecast of the winter of the century with strong cold air like the Arctic
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This winter is forecast to be unusually cold after Christmas, with deep cold air waves like the Arctic.
World 24h: No signs of low pressure strengthening into storm No. 16 when entering the East Sea
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International news 7.12: Nightclub fire kills 23 people, gas tank explodes suspected; No signs of low pressure strengthening into storm No. 16 when entering the East Sea...
Concerns rise in Europe at the signal that the US may abandon Ukraine
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US media commented that Western European leaders are once again in turmoil before Washington's latest moves on the Ukrainian conflict.
Japan promotes 80% of people to use AI
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Japan aims to increase the rate of AI use in the whole society, towards developing technology and attracting private investment.
US redraws security strategy, Nord Stream becomes a new energy card
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The new US security strategy could explain growing interest in Nord Stream, TurkStream or Arctic LNG-2.
China participates in drills on Russian territory
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The third joint missile defense exercise highlights the growing military coordination between Russia and China.
