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US climber scales Taiwan’s tallest building Taipei 101 without ropes
A daring feat captured global attention as American free solo climber Alex Honnold successfully ascended the 508-meter Taipei 101 skyscraper in Taiwan without any ropes or safety equipment, drawing crowds of spectators and highlighting extreme human achievement in urban environments.
Source: ReutersFederal immigration agents kill another US citizen in Minneapolis, sparking protests
Another fatal shooting involving federal immigration agents in Minneapolis has ignited widespread protests and outrage, with local leaders questioning enforcement tactics amid a series of similar incidents that have raised concerns over accountability and civil rights.
Source: ReutersFrom Greenland to Ukraine, Trump’s centralized diplomacy creates whiplash for allies
President Trump’s direct and often unilateral approach to foreign policy has left key allies reeling, with abrupt shifts on issues like Greenland’s status and support for Ukraine causing diplomatic uncertainty and straining traditional alliances.
Source: ReutersMyanmar’s junta leader dismisses critics as military allies head for landslide election win
In the final phase of Myanmar’s elections, the military-backed party appears poised for a dominant victory, with the junta leader brushing off international criticism and opposition claims of irregularities in a vote widely seen as reinforcing authoritarian control.
Source: ReutersIndonesia resumes search for 80 after landslide kills 10 in West Java
Rescue operations continue in West Java following a devastating landslide that claimed at least 10 lives, with teams searching for around 80 missing people amid challenging terrain and ongoing weather risks in the region.
Source: ReutersRecovery of New Zealand landslide victims halted on safety concerns
Efforts to recover victims from a recent landslide in New Zealand have been temporarily suspended due to unstable ground and safety hazards for responders, prolonging anguish for families awaiting news.
Source: ReutersEU set to elevate ties with Vietnam amid trade disruptions
The European Union is preparing to strengthen diplomatic and economic relations with Vietnam as global trade faces disruptions, aiming to bolster supply chains and strategic partnerships in Southeast Asia.
Source: ReutersRussian air attack knocks out power for over a million Ukrainians
A major Russian aerial assault has left more than a million residents in Ukraine’s capital without electricity, exacerbating hardships during winter as air defenses struggled to counter the barrage.
Source: ReutersTrump praises UK troops as brave warriors after widespread condemnation
Following backlash over comments perceived as diminishing NATO allies’ contributions in Afghanistan, President Trump publicly commended British forces for their bravery in an attempt to mend relations amid transatlantic tensions.
Source: ReutersUkraine hails first trilateral talks with Russia and US as ‘constructive’
The inaugural trilateral discussions involving Ukraine, Russia, and the United States were described as positive and constructive by participants, offering a glimmer of diplomatic progress amid the ongoing conflict.
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