Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has asked Army Chief Randy George to step down—effective immediately. No detailed explanation. Just a brief message: “It was time for a leadership change.” George, a seasoned officer with service in the Gulf War, Iraq, and Afghanistan, was only appointed in 2023 by Joe Biden. Typically, the role carries a four-year
A 7.4-magnitude quake struck the Molucca Sea near Ternate early Thursday, shaking homes, roads, and nerves. One elderly woman lost her life after being crushed by debris, while others were injured in the chaos. For many, it wasn’t just another tremor—it was “the strongest in years.” Tsunami warnings were quickly issued across parts of Asia,
Is Japan quietly rewriting its defence playbook? It certainly looks that way. Tokyo has deployed long-range missiles in its southwest—specifically in Kumamoto, on the island of Kyushu—bringing parts of China within reach. With a range of about 1,000km, even cities like Shanghai fall inside that radius. Coincidence? Not likely. Defence Minister Shinjiro Koizumi framed it
How does abuse hide in plain sight for years? That’s the unsettling question gripping Sweden right now. A 62-year-old man has been charged with aggravated pimping, rape, and assault after allegedly exploiting his own wife. Forcing her into sex with dozens of men for money. Investigators say as many as 120 men may be linked
What happens when an ally says “no” in the middle of a war? That’s exactly what Spain has done—closing its airspace to US planes linked to strikes on Iran. Defence Minister Margarita Robles made it clear: Spanish bases like Rota and Morón won’t be used for anything tied to the conflict. The message? Spain doesn’t
What happens when millions take to the streets and say, “enough is enough”? Across the United States, that question is playing out in real time. The latest wave of “No Kings” protests—now in its third round—has swept cities like New York City, Washington DC, and Los Angeles. The message? Clear and loud. Protesters accuse Donald
What happens when a rebel rapper walks straight into the prime minister’s office? In Nepal, that question just became reality. At 35, Balendra Shah—better known as Balen—has ridden a wave of youth frustration all the way to the top. Voters, fed up with corruption and elite politics, didn’t just listen to his lyrics—they believed them.
Why is the Philippines strengthening military ties with partners thousands of kilometres away? The answer lies in the increasingly tense waters of the South China Sea. In a fresh step toward deeper defence cooperation, Manila and France have signed a visiting forces agreement. Allowing their troops to train and operate in each other’s territory. The
Can a social media app really shape a child’s mental health? A jury in Los Angeles has delivered a verdict that suggests it can—and the decision could ripple across the tech world. In a landmark case, jurors ruled that Meta and Google deliberately designed their platforms to be addictive. Harming a young woman identified as
Why would a country’s top leader personally visit a construction site nearly a decade after it began? In the case of Xi Jinping, the answer is simple: the future of a city—and perhaps a legacy. On Monday, the Chinese president made a rare inspection trip to Xiongan New Area. A massive urban project rising about
A military transport plane crashed just seconds after takeoff in the country’s remote Amazon region on Monday. Killing eight people and injuring many others. The aircraft—a Lockheed Martin C-130 Hercules operated by the Colombian Air Force—was carrying 114 passengers and 11 crew members. When it went down near the border town of Puerto Leguízamo. Military
What if the first voice you heard each morning wasn’t a person—but a talking doll? For some elderly residents in South Korea, that’s becoming reality. Take 72-year-old Ahn So-hyun. She has lived alone for decades after losing her husband, with limited eyesight and children who can rarely visit. Many days passed in silence. Then came
