At a time when war is rattling global markets, how did China manage to beat expectations? Surprisingly, the world’s second-largest economy grew by 5% in the first quarter — stronger than the 4.8% economists had predicted. On the surface, it looks like resilience. But dig a little deeper, and the picture gets more complicated. The
Do young men in Germany now need permission just to travel abroad? The short answer: not anymore. After confusion sparked by new military rules, Boris Pistorius stepped in to clear the air. Despite earlier reports suggesting men aged 17+ would need approval for long stays overseas. He’s now made it clear—no permissions, no reporting, no
Could this war really be over in just weeks? That’s the big question after Donald Trump suggested US military action in Iran might wrap up within “two to three weeks.” Trump says the goal is simple: ensure Iran can’t build a nuclear weapon “for years.” Deal or no deal, he insists—the US will leave once
The shadow war between Israel and Iran just took another dramatic turn. Two of Iran’s most senior figures are now dead — but will it actually change the course of the conflict? Iranian state media confirmed that top security official Ali Larijani and Basij militia commander Gholamreza Soleimani were killed. Hours after Israel claimed responsibility
What was meant to be an adventure through Australia’s countryside ended in heartbreak. Authorities in Queensland have confirmed that the bodies of two Chinese backpackers—aged 26 and 23—were discovered after their vehicle became trapped in floodwaters. The pair had been driving from Brisbane toward the rural North Burnett Region. They suddenly vanished on Tuesday after
What does the battlefield of the future actually look like? In Yangpyeong, it’s already taking shape — and humans aren’t leading the charge. Picture this: drones buzzing overhead, streaming live footage of enemy positions. On the ground, robotic dogs and bomb-disposal machines move first, scanning for landmines. Only then do soldiers and armoured vehicles begin
How far does responsibility go when adventure turns deadly? That question is at the heart of a high-stakes trial in Austria this week. More than a year after 33-year-old Kerstin G froze to death on the country’s highest peak, the Grossglockner. Her boyfriend, identified by media as Thomas P, goes on trial accused of gross
Is North Korea preparing for a teenage ruler? South Korea’s spy agency says yes. Lawmakers were told that Kim Jong Un has effectively chosen his daughter, Kim Ju Ae — believed to be just 13 — as his successor. It’s a remarkable claim. Ju Ae has increasingly appeared at high-profile events: missile tests, military anniversaries,
China is drawing a firm line in the sand when it comes to digital money. But what’s allowed—and what’s banned—might surprise you. On Friday, Beijing doubled down on its crackdown. It banned unauthorised offshore issuance of yuan-pegged stablecoins and tightened rules around virtual currencies. The central bank said virtual currencies remain illegal and warned that
China has carried out the execution of 11 members of the infamous Ming family. A clan once synonymous with scam empires along the China-Myanmar border. The move, reported by state media, closes the chapter on one of the region’s most notorious criminal dynasties. But it also raises an uncomfortable question: how did this happen in
So what happens when people stop taking the new blockbuster weight-loss drugs? The kilos don’t just creep back — they sprint. New research shows that people who quit popular injectable drugs like Ozempic or Wegovy regain weight about four times faster. This is compared to those who lose weight through diet and exercise alone. Sounds
What happens when tensions are already high—and one side decides to flex its muscles? That’s the question hanging over Taiwan this week. China has launched large-scale military drills around the island, simulating a blockade and the seizure of key areas. The exercises, dubbed “Justice Mission 2025,” involve China’s army, navy, air force and rocket force,
