How Gaza war will affect the US election – and vice versa
As delegates assembled in Chicago for the start of the Democratic National Convention on August 19, something surreal was happening 6,000 miles away in Israel.
Recent Developments and News in Asia
China’s AI strategy all about serving the state
In the competitive arena of global technology, China’s ambitions in artificial intelligence stand out – not just for their scale but for their distinct strategic approach.
China, India among 35 countries added to Sri Lanka visa-free list to boost tourism
Tourists will be given 30-day visas under a six-month pilot programme that will start from October 1, said cabinet spokesman and Transport Minister Bandula Gunawardana.
America’s Iran policy a complete and utter failure
The escalating conflict between Israel and Iran in recent months is frequently explained as another extension of Israel’s war on Hamas in Gaza. After all, Hamas enjoys a close relationship with Iran, and both share the goal of eliminating the Jewish state.
Indonesia-Australia set to become brothers in arms
Indonesia and Australia finalized a new defense cooperation treaty on August 20, a potential game-changing pact depending on its still-unreleased details.
Jetstar passenger arrested at Melbourne airport after opening emergency exit, walking on wing
A passenger was arrested at an Australian airport after he left a stationary airliner through an emergency exit, walked along a wing, and then climbed down a jet engine to the tarmac on Thursday, officials said.
Kamala Harris' running mate Tim Walz accepts nomination with 'joy'
CHICAGO -- The Democratic candidate for U.S. vice president, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, accepted the nomination Wednesday in a short speech that projected the party's new theme: "joy."