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February 19, 2024

Guatemalan accused of importing fentanyl precursors for Mexican cartel arrested

A Guatemalan national stands accused of importing precursor chemicals on behalf of the Sinaloa cartel, and was arrested in southern Chiapas state.

February 19, 2024

Chinese coast guard briefly boards Taiwanese boat for route plan, certification after new security crackdown

The Chinese coast guard stopped a Taiwanese boat as officials confirmed details of the route and certifications. This comes after China announced increased law enforcement efforts.

February 19, 2024

Former Bank of China chairman indicted on bribery charges following investigation

The former chairman of the Bank of China, Liu Liange, has been indicted on bribery charges as part of Chinese leader Xi Jinping's ongoing anti-corruption campaign.

February 19, 2024

Biden needs to learn from Carter about standing up to our adversaries

It's hard not to see parallels between Presidents Joe Biden and Jimmy Carter. Both had a similar attitude to national defense and faced many similar adversaries. But Carter learned.

February 17, 2024

WHO chief's dire warning: Disease X outbreak 'a matter of when, not if'

Disease X is certain to break out in the future, according to WHO chief Tedros Ghebreyesus, who said a global treaty is needed to protect the world when the next pandemic hits

February 17, 2024

AI security infrastructure needed after 'malicious' foreign actors use OpenAI to train operatives, expert says

OpenAI named five hacker groups affiliated with governments in China, Russia, North Korea and Iran who used their artificial intelligence tools for training and research purposes.

February 16, 2024

Top diplomats from US, China hold 'constructive' talks on issues dividing them

US and Chinese top diplomats sat down for a frank discussion on critical issues including Taiwan, the South China Sea, and the ongoing Russia-Ukraine War.

February 16, 2024

Dem-backed Chinese firm razing trees in Michigan to make way for EV plant

A Chinese electric vehicle battery maker is razing trees to clear way for a massive green energy facility in Michigan with support of state Democrats.

February 16, 2024

Hong Kong customs arrest 7 in $1.8 billion money laundering case linked to India

Hong Kong customs officials have arrested seven people in connection with the territory's largest-ever money laundering case, involving approximately $1.8 billion.

February 15, 2024

Beijing bristles as Chinese companies could face sanctions for Russia assistance: report

The European Union will target companies – not countries – that have facilitated the transfer of electronics and technology necessary to produce weapons for Russia.