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Russian jet intercepted over Alaska ADIZ

September 30, 2024

Russian jet intercepted over Alaska ADIZ

Russian jet intercepted over Alaskan ADIZ following 'unprofessional' interaction with NORAD pilots. (Credit: North American Aerospace Defense Command)

North Korea expands list of crimes punishable by death: report

September 28, 2024

North Korea expands list of crimes punishable by death: report

The North Korean government has reportedly expanded the list of crimes punishable by death under Kim Jong Un's regime, according to recent reports.

Japan destroyer passes through Taiwan Strait for first time, newspaper reports

September 25, 2024

Japan destroyer passes through Taiwan Strait for first time, newspaper reports

Attempting to send a message to China, Japan's Self Defense Force has patrolled the Taiwan Strait for the first time, according to Japanese newspaper Yomiuri.

Marxist leader sworn in as president of country with 22M people

September 23, 2024

Marxist leader sworn in as president of country with 22M people

Sri Lanka swore in Anura Kumara Dissanayake as the nation's president on Monday, a member of the Marxist group People's Liberation Front.

New Zealand pilot Phillip Mehrtens released by Indonesian rebels after being abducted more than 19 months ago

September 21, 2024

New Zealand pilot Phillip Mehrtens released by Indonesian rebels after being abducted more than 19 months ago

New Zealand pilot Phillip Mehrtens has been freed from captivity after more than 19 months following his abduction by Indonesian rebels early last year.

New Zealand pilot held captive by Indonesian rebels for 19 months is released

September 21, 2024

New Zealand pilot held captive by Indonesian rebels for 19 months is released

Phillip Mark Mehrtens is seen on Saturday, Sept. 21, following his release from custody. (Credit: APTN/Cartenz Peace Taskforce Handout)

Sri Lankan voters to chose from 38 candidates in consequential presidential election

September 21, 2024

Sri Lankan voters to chose from 38 candidates in consequential presidential election

Thirty-eight candidates are running for president of the Asian nation of Sri Lanka, which is still recovering from a 2022 economic collapse. Its incumbent president faces a tight race.

North Korea launches fresh wave of trash balloons toward South Korea

September 18, 2024

North Korea launches fresh wave of trash balloons toward South Korea

North Korea launched a fresh wave of “trash balloons" toward its southern neighbors Wednesday night, according to local media.

China exerts new restrictions on exports of minerals critical to US weapons making

September 17, 2024

China exerts new restrictions on exports of minerals critical to US weapons making

China slapped new export controls on a batch of minerals, including antimony, that are key to the U.S. defense industry in a move that could send prices in the defense sector soaring.

Philippines deploys new coast guard ship to Sabina Shoal, defying China's demands for withdrawal

September 15, 2024

Philippines deploys new coast guard ship to Sabina Shoal, defying China's demands for withdrawal

The Philippines is sending a new vessel to replace the coast guard ship Teresa Magbanua at Sabina Shoal in the South China Sea after the original ship returned to port.