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Moulton Bill Explained: Congress Moves to Block Trump Administration Funds for Military Action in Venezuela
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Moulton Bill Explained: Congress Moves to Block Trump Administration Funds for Military Action in Venezuela

Democratic Rep. Seth Moulton has introduced a bill to block the Trump administration from using federal funds for military action in Venezuela, reigniting the U.S. debate on presidential war powers.

Yoon Suk Yeol Denies Sending Drones to North Korea as Pretext for Martial Law
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Yoon Suk Yeol Denies Sending Drones to North Korea as Pretext for Martial Law

Former South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol denies allegations he sent drones into North Korea to create a pretext for martial law, citing a phone call with Donald Trump as part of his defense.

Ghost Flight: As Search for MH370 Resumes, Can a Decade-Old Aviation Mystery Finally Be Solved?
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Ghost Flight: As Search for MH370 Resumes, Can a Decade-Old Aviation Mystery Finally Be Solved?

Over a decade after Malaysia Airlines Flight MH370 vanished, a new search is set to begin. We analyze the leading theories—from pilot suicide to a catastrophic accident—on what happened to the Boeing 777.

Thailand and Cambodia Agree to Ceasefire Talks, But Deep Distrust Lingers
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Thailand and Cambodia Agree to Ceasefire Talks, But Deep Distrust Lingers

Thailand and Cambodia have agreed to hold ceasefire talks on December 24 after an ASEAN-led meeting, following border clashes that killed over 40 people. However, deep mistrust and conflicting claims over landmines threaten the prospects for lasting peace.

Southeast Asia's 2025 Economy: Navigating Trump's Tariffs and the Rise of State Capitalism
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Southeast Asia's 2025 Economy: Navigating Trump's Tariffs and the Rise of State Capitalism

An analysis of Southeast Asia's 2025 economy, shaped by Trump tariffs and rising state capitalism. As the U.S. becomes more unpredictable, nations like Vietnam and Thailand show diverging paths.

China's Gambit: Why Myanmar's Junta Is Finally Holding Its Long-Promised Election
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China's Gambit: Why Myanmar's Junta Is Finally Holding Its Long-Promised Election

Nearly five years after its coup, Myanmar's military is holding an election. Driven by Chinese pressure and a battlefield turnaround, the vote is designed not to restore democracy but to consolidate military rule under a civilian guise.

Japan's Paradox: Record Budget Set as GDP Per Capita Ranking Slides
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Japan's Paradox: Record Budget Set as GDP Per Capita Ranking Slides

As Japan's government prepares a record ¥122 trillion budget to tackle domestic issues, its global GDP per capita ranking falls to 24th, largely due to a weak yen. An analysis of Japan's economic crossroads.

South Korean Ruling Party Leader Apologizes Over Free Hotel Stay From Korean Air
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South Korean Ruling Party Leader Apologizes Over Free Hotel Stay From Korean Air

South Korea's ruling party floor leader, Rep. Kim Byung-ki, has apologized after a report revealed he accepted free hotel accommodation from Korean Air while overseeing its merger.

GOP Strategist Marc Short Signals Party's Future in Key NPR Interview
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GOP Strategist Marc Short Signals Party's Future in Key NPR Interview

Veteran GOP strategist Marc Short discusses the Republican Party's current state and emerging leaders in an NPR interview, offering clues to its future direction ahead of the 2026 and 2028 elections.

South Korea Sets $21 Billion Annual Food Export Target for 2030, Riding K-Culture Wave
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South Korea Sets $21 Billion Annual Food Export Target for 2030, Riding K-Culture Wave

South Korea's government has announced a comprehensive strategy to boost annual food exports to $21 billion by 2030, leveraging the global popularity of K-culture. The plan includes targeted product strategies, educational initiatives, and cultural integration.

Congo's Fragile Peace Shatters as Rebels Seize Key City, Defying US-Brokered Deal
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Congo's Fragile Peace Shatters as Rebels Seize Key City, Defying US-Brokered Deal

A US-brokered peace deal for the Democratic Republic of Congo collapsed within weeks as M23 rebels seized a strategic city, crushing hopes and raising fears of a wider regional conflict.

Fresh Clashes in West Bank as Settler Violence Flares, Injuring Palestinians
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Fresh Clashes in West Bank as Settler Violence Flares, Injuring Palestinians

Violence flared in the occupied West Bank after Israeli settlers clashed with Palestinian residents, leading to multiple injuries and property damage amid rising regional tensions.