TikTok Data Center Under Fire From Ammo Maker Over Power Use
Europe’s largest ammunition manufacturer blasted TikTok data center for using all the electricity in the region and preventing the planned expansion of its factory. What Happened: Nammo — an ammo manufacturer co-owned by the Norwegian government…
China Warns Taiwan Ahead Of President Tsai Ing Wen’s US Trip
After Taiwan‘s President Tsai Ing Wen departed for the U.S., China threatened Washington with retaliation if U.S. House Speaker Kevin McCarthy met Tsai. What Happened: Tsai, on Wednesday, departed from Taipei to meet diplomatic allies in…
Exiled Tibet Leader Asks US To Push China To Reverse Policies
The head of Tibet’s in-exile government in India asked the U.S. congress to push China to “reverse or change its current policies” in the Tibet region. What Happened: Penpa Tsering, known…
Kim Jong Un Flexes North Korea’s Nuclear Arsenal
Kim Jong Un, on Wednesday, flexed his nuclear arsenal as North Korea unveiled new nuclear warheads amid the U.S. aircraft carrier’s planned arrival in South Korea for military drills. What Happened:…
Biden Criticizes Putin Over Deployment Of Nukes In Belarus
U.S. President Joe Biden, on Tuesday, criticized his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin for deploying nuclear weapons in Belarus. What Happened: Biden dubbed Putin’s plan to deploy nukes in neighboring country as “dangerous” and “worrisome.” “What…
Putin Favors Yuan To Reduce Dependence On Dollar For Trade
Russian President Vladimir Putin, on Tuesday, said his country was in favor of using the Chinese Yuan for trade settlements between Russia and other countries. What Happened: Putin, after holding…
Biden Teases 2024 Campaign: ‘Some People Are Just Born To Run’
President Joe Biden on Tuesday teased a 2024 run for the top U.S. office as he honored celebrities at the White House. What Happened: Biden, while bestowing 23 recipients with…
Putin Says Ready To Execute China’s Ukraine Peace Plan
As the Chinese president concluded his state visit to Russia, Vladimir Putin said China’s 12-point plan could be the basis for ending the war in Ukraine. What Happened: After holding talks with Xi Jinping on Tuesday, the…
Taiwan Confirms President Tsai Ing Wen’s Sensitive U.S. Stopover
Taiwan on Tuesday confirmed President Tsai Ing Wen would be making sensitive stopovers in the U.S. while transiting on her way to and from Central America. What Happened: Taiwan presidential office spokesperson Lin…
Xi Jinping Government’s Plan To Play Cupid For Singles Met With Skepticism: ‘Breed Like Pigs’
A Chinese province launched a government-backed matchmaking app that has received mixed views from residents. What Happened: Amid China’s declining birth rate, Guixi city in Jiangxi province came up with a solution to…
US Serves Warning After Surge In Deadly Fungal Infection
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has warned against a very uncommon and fatal fungal infection called Candida auris, or C. auris. What Happened: The national public…
Kim Jong Un’s Missile Launches Defended By Russia, China At UN
China and Russia defended Kim Jong Un‘s missile launches at a United Nations Security Council meeting on Monday. What Happened: At the UNSC meeting, Washington argued who was to blame…
Putin Agrees To Discuss China’s Plan To End Ukraine War
Russian President agreed to discuss China’s 12-pointer plan to end the war in Ukraine as he hosted his “dear friend” Xi Jinping for dinner at the Kremlin. What Happened: President…
Over 1.4M North Koreans Offer To Join Army To Fight US
North Korea, on Monday, said more people offered to join the military to fight against the “U.S. imperialists and South Korean puppet traitors.” What Happened: A day after saying 800,000…
France’s Macron Faces Critical Pension Reform Test Today Amid Violent Protests In Paris
French President Emmanuel Macron faces a critical test on Monday even as Paris grapples with severe protests amid pension reforms. What Happened: France’s National Assembly is due to examine no-confidence…
Putin-Linked Mercenary Group Planning To Kill Chad President: US
The U.S. has warned that Russian mercenaries were plotting to kill the Chad president and three of his senior aides. What Happened: The sprawling desert nation Chad is the latest…
On China Trip, Ex-Taiwan President Open To Meeting Officials
A senior official from Ma Ying Jeou‘s office said the former Taiwan president would be on a historic trip to China later this month. What Happened: Ma’s trip to China…
Kim Jong Un Calls For Nuclear War Readiness
Kim Jong Un on Monday asked his army to prepare for nuclear war readiness amid the U.S. and South Korea’s “reckless” drills. What Happened: Kim criticized Seoul’s joint military drills…
Putin Welcomes Xi Jinping’s Bid For ‘Constructive Role’
As Xi Jinping gears up for his Russia visit, President Vladimir Putin welcomed Beijing’s willingness to play a “constructive role” in solving the Ukraine “crisis.” What Happened: In an article…
Kim Jong Un’s Regime Slams US For ‘Reckless, Tyrannical Moves’
An editorial published in the official newspaper of the Central Committee of the Workers’ Party of Korea slammed the U.S. for its “reckless and tyrannical moves” that are pushing the…
China Confirms Xi Jinping’s Most Anticipated Meet With Putin In Russia
Chinese President Xi Jinping will be on a state visit to meet his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin amid Moscow’s unprecedented war in Ukraine. What Happened: China’s Foreign Ministry on Friday…
China Sent Rifles, Body Armor And Drone Parts To Russia: Report
Government-linked Chinese companies reportedly sent around 1,000 assault rifles and other equipment to Russian entities that could be used for military purposes. What Happened: Chinese companies — including one connected…
Biden Sends Envoy To Honduras As Taiwan Warns Former Ally
President Joe Biden‘s special envoy will be visiting Honduras after the former Taiwan ally recently announced to cut ties amid financial troubles. What Happened: The U.S. State Department announced that…
Kim Jong Un Says Missile Tests To ‘Strike Fear Into Enemies’
North Korean supreme leader Kim Jong Un on Friday said the recent missile launches were “needed to strike fear into the enemies.” What Happened: Kim blamed the U.S. and South…
Foxconn Wins Airpod Order, Plans To Build $200M Plant In India – Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL), Hon Hai Precision (OTC:HNHPF)
Apple Inc‘s AAPL oldest and largest supplier plans to build a factory in India to produce wireless earphones after winning an order from the Cupertino-based tech giant. What Happened: Taiwan’s…