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US in shutdown impasse as senate again rejects funding bill

US in shutdown impasse as senate again rejects funding bill

No side comes close to gaining 60 votes needed.
Death toll from Indonesia school collapse climbs to at least 50

Death toll from Indonesia school collapse climbs to at least 50

Group had gathered for afternoon prayers.
Why is Malaysia banning more books?

Why is Malaysia banning more books?

More books have been banned this year compared to past 6 years combined.
Trump's Gaza plan finds Indonesia, Pakistan as Asian backers

Trump's Gaza plan finds Indonesia, Pakistan as Asian backers

They join Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Qatar in supporting the 20-point plan.
What's next for Timor-Leste as it joins ASEAN?

What's next for Timor-Leste as it joins ASEAN?

The country's efforts to join Asean took 14 years.
What is Donald Trump's 20-point plan to end Gaza war?

What is Donald Trump's 20-point plan to end Gaza war?

The plan includes a Palestinian state run by a transitional government.
What does a US government shutdown actually mean?

What does a US government shutdown actually mean?

Some federal employees will immediately stop working but essential workers will continue without pay.
YouTube to pay $24.5 million to settle Trump lawsuit

YouTube to pay $24.5 million to settle Trump lawsuit

It concerns suspension of his account in aftermath of Jan 6, 2020 Capitol Hill riot.
H3N2 influenza spreads rapidly in Delhi, northern India

H3N2 influenza spreads rapidly in Delhi, northern India

Doctors warn of severe flu symptoms, especially in vulnerable groups.
Trump tariffs: Who stands to lose most from new US pharma duties?

Trump tariffs: Who stands to lose most from new US pharma duties?

US president's social media announcement lacked details.
India: Dozens killed at rally for actor-politician Vijay

India: Dozens killed at rally for actor-politician Vijay

At least 8 of those killed in the stampede were children.
US: Trump's new tariffs to target drugs, furniture, trucks

US: Trump's new tariffs to target drugs, furniture, trucks

He says this is due to large-scale flooding of products into the country.
Indonesia: Palm oil sellers fear new barriers after EU deal

Indonesia: Palm oil sellers fear new barriers after EU deal

Small palm farmers likely to bear the brunt.
US vaccine, painkiller stances concern global health experts

US vaccine, painkiller stances concern global health experts

They could undermine health messaging in other countries, experts say.
Trump says Ukraine can regain territory lost to Russia since 2022

Trump says Ukraine can regain territory lost to Russia since 2022

Zelenskyy believes that Washington would 'push Russia toward peace'.
Which countries recognize Palestinian statehood?

Which countries recognize Palestinian statehood?

But full sovereignty and UN membership remain elusive.
President Trump announces plan to raise fee for H-1B visa applications to $100,000

President Trump announces plan to raise fee for H-1B visa applications to $100,000

Many companies rely on the visa to fill positions that locals shun.
Anything but safe: Using VPN can bear immense risks

Anything but safe: Using VPN can bear immense risks

Some VPNs have opaque ownership, while others carry massive security flaws.
Airports across Europe face disruptions due to cyberattack

Airports across Europe face disruptions due to cyberattack

The attacks have compromised several airports' check-in and boarding systems.
Middle East: Israel under pressure as Gaza attack continues

Middle East: Israel under pressure as Gaza attack continues

Hamas warns that hostages may disappear, while more countries consider recognising Palestine.
Trump says Xi approved a deal to keep TikTok operating in US

Trump says Xi approved a deal to keep TikTok operating in US

'We're going to have a very, very tight control.'
Is NATO ready for drone warfare?

Is NATO ready for drone warfare?

NATO launches Operation Eastern Sentry to safeguard airspace.
Afghanistan: What's at stake as Taliban cut internet?

Afghanistan: What's at stake as Taliban cut internet?

Expert says it marks the beginning of widespread repression.
Ukraine: Why young men can now enter, leave as they choose

Ukraine: Why young men can now enter, leave as they choose

From the age of 25, Ukrainian men are subject to mobilization.