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June 17, 2024

A timeline of clashes between China and the Philippines in South China Sea, following latest ship collision

China and the Philippines have engaged in a series of confrontations in the South China Sea, which China claims as its own territory, as China pursues a large military expansion.

June 8, 2024

Python swallows woman whole in Indonesia

A missing Indonesian woman was tragically found eaten whole by a reticulated python that measured about 16 feet long, according to local officials.

June 8, 2024

Reticulated python swallows woman whole in Indonesia

A missing woman was found swallowed whole by a reticulated python in Indonesia. Locals cut the 16 foot snake open and recovered her body, authorities said. (Credit: Viral Press)

June 7, 2024

Chinese coast guard blocked medical evacuation, Philippines says: 'barbaric and inhumane'

The Philippine coast guard accused its Chinese counterpart of interfering with the evacuation of a sick crew member, even after they were informed of the operation's medical nature.

June 7, 2024

WATCH: Chinese rubber boat blocks Philippines coast guard in the middle of a medical evacuation

Chinese vessels harassed and blocked members of the Philippines coast guard who were attempting the medical evacuation of a sick crew member. (Philippine Coast Guard)

June 1, 2024

Tulsi Gabbard's aunt killed, prominent Samoan author charged with murder

The aunt of Tulsi Gabbard was killed last week and a prominent Samoan author and playwright has been charged with her murder, according to local reports.

May 30, 2024

Papua New Guinea landslide survivors grapple with slow evacuation after hundreds buried

A massive landslide in Papua New Guinea buried Yambali village, leaving hundreds feared dead. Survivors are hesitant to evacuate, fearing another landslide.

May 29, 2024

French authorities launch probe into violent unrest in New Caledonia that left 7 dead

Authorities have opened an investigation into deadly unrest that has left seven people dead and significant destruction this month in France's New Caledonia.

May 28, 2024

UN report urges action as Asia-Pacific faces economic slowdown and aging workforce

A United Nations report has urged Asian and Pacific economies to prioritize education, training and social safety nets for workers to combat slowing economic growth.

May 24, 2024

Hundreds reportedly dead after severe landslide strikes Papua New Guinea village

A massive landslide struck a village in Papua New Guinea on Friday, burying more than 50 homes and causing hundreds of fatalities, according to officials.