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New Fed Chairman nominated by President Donald Trump
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President Donald Trump nominated Mr. Kevin Warsh as Fed Chairman, succeeding Chairman Jerome Powell.
World 24h: Warning about the huge cost of treating permanent chemicals in Europe
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World news 30.1: Warning of huge costs for treating permanent chemicals in Europe; Fireworks factory in Thailand explodes, many casualties...
Military-backed party wins overwhelming election
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Myanmar finished the election with the United Alliance for Solidarity and Development (USDP) party supported by the military gaining overwhelming advantage.
Internet has returned, but only for the chosen one
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Although the Internet was restored after nearly 3 weeks of interruption, experts warn that Iran is entering an "digital isolation era" with an unprecedented censorship mechanism.
Cuba reacts toughly to US blockade move
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Cuba criticized the US's new measures to tighten fuel supply, saying Washington is increasing economic pressure on the island nation.
Former US National Security Advisor accuses CIA of resisting Trump
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The former US official's speech caused controversy over Trump's intelligence role in his efforts to reconcile Ukraine.
Vietnam fears the Cambodia-Thailand conflict will seriously affect ASEAN's reputation
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On December 22, the ASEAN Special Foreign Ministers' Conference on the current situation between Cambodia and Thailand was held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
World 24h: Forecast of the possibility of new low pressure forming near the Philippines
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Latest world news 12/22: Forecast of widespread heavy rain before the new low pressure forms; Spot gold price increases by 1.5%,,...
29 US diplomats recalled
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The Trump administration recalled 29 professional diplomats from ambassador positions and other senior positions.
Assault of Russian general in Moscow blows off a series of cars
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A Russian general was killed in a car bombing in Moscow, many cars were blown away and severely damaged.
Spot gold price increased by 1.5%, exceeding 4,404 USD/ounce
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World gold prices increased to an all-time high on December 22, as geopolitical tensions escalated with expectations of the US continuing to cut interest rates.
Thailand and Cambodia failed to reach an agreement at the ASEAN summit
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The special meeting of ASEAN Foreign Ministers ended without any agreement, forcing the two countries to continue holding a three-way closed-door meeting with Malaysia.
Homemade bomb discovered in Australian shooting
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The records show that homemade explosives were used before the fire but did not explode.
147,000 Ukrainians have been evacuated from the frontline area
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Ukrainian authorities have confirmed that they have evacuated about 147,000 people from frontline areas in the past 6 months amid increasing pressure from the fighting.
Hungarian Prime Minister Reveals 3 Groups That benefit From Ukrainian Conflict
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The Hungarian Prime Minister said that the prolongation of the Ukrainian conflict only serves the interests of minorities while the European people are eager for peace.
Russian general suspected of being assassinated in Moscow
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A Russian general was killed on the morning of December 22 when an explosive device exploded on a bus carrying him south of Moscow.
Japan considers new conditions when issuing a residence visa
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Japan is discussing regulations requiring foreigners to learn Japanese and socio-cultural skills as a prerequisite for approving residence visas.
EU could suffer the opposite consequences for new support for Ukraine
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The Hungarian Prime Minister warned that the EU will weaken by lending Ukraine 90 billion euros to buy weapons, calling for a shift to strengthening internal military capabilities.
South Korea moves the Presidential Office for Christmas
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The decision to move the headquarters back to the traditional Presidential Palace marks a major shift in the way South Korea's executive power is organized.
Many iPhones Suspected of being used for fraud were found near the Cambodian border
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A backpack containing an iPhone and a Hong Kong sim card (China) was discovered at a sugar plantation, suspected of serving online fraud.
