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Taiwan said that its participation in the World Health Organization’s (WHO) annual assembly is uncertain, despite the United States’ support. What Happened: Taiwan’s Foreign Minister, Joseph Wu, recently voiced the island’s desire for increased international support for its...

In the latest development, Russian air defense systems have reportedly intercepted six U.S.-made Army Tactical Missile Systems (ATACMS) launched by Ukraine within the past day. What Happened: Russia’s air defense systems successfully intercepted six ATACMS missiles, Reuters reported on...

In a surprising turn of events, venture capital firm General Catalyst, an early investor of companies like Snap Inc., Stripe and Mistral, is on the brink of raising nearly $6 billion for tech start-up investments, despite the current fundraising drought in the sector. What Happened: General...

Antony Blinken‘s top deputy and the U.S. Under Secretary of State for Arms Control and International Security has dismissed concerns that the AUKUS pact, a trilateral defense and security agreement, would incite a nuclear arms race in the Indo-Pacific region. What Happened: Ambassador Bonnie...

Policy analyst Ed Mills from Raymond James anticipates that the popular social media platform TikTok may cease operations in the U.S. next year. What Happened: On Monday, Mills expressed his views on the future of TikTok in the U.S. during CNBC’s “Last Call.” He stated, "Once this...

Iran’s state-aligned media has reported that the nuclear facilities in Isfahan province are safe following an Israeli strike. The attack, which was confirmed by a U.S. official, is not believed to have targeted nuclear installations. What Happened: The Iranian state-aligned Tasnim news...

In a recent meeting with Polish President Andrzej Duda, former U.S. President Donald Trump reaffirmed his support for Poland, amid conversations on Ukraine and the Middle East. What Happened: Trump met with Duda in New York, where the Polish President is attending the United Nations, Reuters...

Accumulating a credit card balance month-over-month is likened to "owing money to a loan shark," Noah Damsky, a chartered financial analyst, told CNBC. Bankrate data shows this mistake is exceptionally costly, given that the current average annual percentage rate (APR) for credit cards is...

In a significant move to maintain international pressure on Kim Jong Un‘s North Korea, the United States, South Korea, and Japan are pushing for the creation of a new body to oversee sanctions enforcement. What Happened: This initiative follows the hindrance at the U.N. due to Russia’s...

The United States, alongside its allies, is preparing to announce new sanctions targeting Iran’s missile and drone programs, a move that underscores the escalating tensions in the Middle East. What Happened: The United States is set to introduce fresh sanctions aimed at Iran’s missile...

In a strategic move, the United States has provided Ukraine with a significant amount of infantry weapons and ammunition, which were originally seized from Iran. This development comes as a new aid package faces delays in Congress. What Happened: The U.S. has delivered a substantial cache of...

Investment-migration consultancy Henley & Partners recently unveiled its annual report on wealth distribution in the U.S., featuring a ranking of the country's wealthiest cities based on the number of millionaire residents. The top five cities on the list remained consistent with the...

In response to U.S. criticism, China has defended Hong Kong’s recently enacted national security law, urging the U.S. to “respect China’s sovereignty.” What Happened: China’s embassy in the U.S. has responded to American criticism of Hong Kong’s new national...

In a significant move underscoring the U.S.’s dedication to its allies in Southeast Asia, U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken has reiterated the nation’s commitment to defending the Philippines. This comes amid heightened tensions in the South China Sea, a region critical for...

In a recent escalation of tensions between global superpowers, China has publicly denounced the United States following a report that Elon Musk‘s SpaceX is developing espionage technology for American intelligence. What Happened: After reports of SpaceX creating spy satellites for a U.S....