Two pro-democracy journalists in Hong Kong have been sentenced to prison for "seditious" activities and "illegal ideologies."Chung Pui-kuen, 55, and Patrick Lam, 36, were found guilty in August of conspiring to publish seditious materials through their Stand News media outlet. Chung, the former editor-in-chief of Stand News, received a 21-month prison…
A Japanese court on Thursday acquitted an 88-year-old former boxer, Iwao Hakamada, of a 1966 quadruple murder, overturning a conviction that had made him the world's longest-serving death row inmate.Hakamada's acquittal by the Shizuoka District Court marks the fifth time a death row inmate in postwar Japan has been found…
A lucky archaeologist struck gold, literally, when he discovered a trove of over 680 ancient gold and silver coins in England.George Ridgway, 34, found the collection while metal detecting in September 2019 on the grounds of Helmingham Hall near Stowmarket in Suffolk, according to a press release from Noonans Mayfair,…
A Japanese destroyer sailed through the Taiwan Strait on Wednesday for the first time, according to a report in the Yomiuri newspaper, citing multiple government sources. The move is seen as a signal to China.The SDF destroyer Sazanami entered the waters from the on Wednesday morning, spending over 10 hours…
Thailand has officially legalized same-sex marriage, making it the third Asian country to do so, after Taiwan. The law, which was published in the Royal Gazette and endorsed by King Maha Vajiralongkorn, will take effect in 120 days, meaning that LGBTQ+ couples can register their marriages in January 2024.The legislation,…
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy addressed the 79th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) for the third time since Russia's invasion began over two and a half years ago. This time, he directly criticized nations supporting Moscow: China, North Korea, and Iran.Zelenskyy, known for his cautious approach to maintaining international relations during…
UNITED NATIONS, New York - El Salvador’s President, in his address to the United Nations General Assembly, warned that the world is entering a "dark period" and "moving toward a scary inflection point."Bukele told the assembly that while his country is small, it serves as a positive example for other…
JERUSALEM — As Israel's air force continues to strike Hezbollah targets in some of the most intense fighting since the 2006 war, United Nations Security Council Resolution (UNSC) 1701 is facing criticism for failing to disarm the Lebanon-based terrorist organization. The U.S. and other world powers passed Resolution 1701 at the…
During a speech at the 79th United Nations General Assembly on Tuesday, Iran's president claimed that his country is the true peacemaker in the Middle East and accused Israel of supporting terrorism.Pezeshkian urged the U.N. to "examine" modern history and said, "Iran has never initiated a war. It has only…
A man has admitted to a serious charge after throwing a beloved chicken named "Betty White" into an alligator enclosure at a wildlife park, simply to feed the reptile, according to reports.Nine News in New South Wales reported that 58-year-old Peter Smith of Hunterview pleaded guilty in Raymond Terrace Court…
During a speech at his party's conference on Tuesday, Prime Minister Keir Starmer made a verbal slip-up, mistakenly calling for the return of "sausages" instead of "hostages" held by Hamas in the Gaza Strip. Starmer was speaking at the Labour Party's annual conference in Liverpool, advocating for de-escalation between Lebanon and…
The tone was set Tuesday in the in New York City after the General Assembly reacted to Secretary-General António Guterres' contempt for Israel’s attacks in Gaza, but sat silent during his condemnation of Hamas' near-year-long capture of Israeli hostages. "Let’s be clear, nothing can justify the abhorrent acts of terror committed…
On Monday, a Russian military patrol aircraft entered Japanese airspace near Hokkaido's Rebun Island on three separate occasions. In response, Japan's Self-Defense Force (SDF) scrambled aircraft and fired flares as an emergency measure.This marks the first time the SDF has fired flares in response to an airspace violation, according to…
Authorities in Schaffhausen canton, Switzerland, have detained individuals in connection with a suspected assisted suicide. The investigation, initiated after a tip regarding a cabin in Merishausen, focuses on potential incitement and accessory to suicide.The deceased, an elderly U.S. citizen, may have used a Sarco suicide capsule, marking the first reported…
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian addressed the United Nations General Assembly on Tuesday afternoon in New York City amidst allegations of Tehran's involvement in assassination attempts against U.S. politicians and election interference.Pezeshkian, who drew attention this week with his 40-member delegation, including his adult children, made headlines upon arrival for comments…
Israel and Hezbollah exchanged missile strikes on Tuesday morning, following the deadliest day in Lebanon since 2006.Lebanese officials reported that a large-scale Israeli bombardment killed at least 560 people on Monday, prompting thousands to flee southern Lebanon. Hezbollah, an Iranian-backed militant group, remains on the verge of a full-scale war.Hezbollah…
In a recent interview with the New Yorker, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy expressed sharp criticism of Republican vice presidential candidate Sen. JD Vance, marking some of his most pointed remarks against a U.S. official since the war began.Zelenskyy has maintained a measured approach regarding the 2024 U.S. presidential election, engaging…
President Biden will address the United Nations General Assembly on Tuesday morning, as leaders and representatives from 134 countries gather in New York City for the convention. Notably, the heads of some top authoritarian nations embroiled in international conflicts will not be in attendance.While Russian President Vladimir Putin, Chinese President…
Despite being in office for less than three months, Keir Starmer has already faced scrutiny for accepting donations in the form of clothes and other gifts from a wealthy businessman. The Labour Party leader, who won power in a landslide victory on a promise to restore trust in politics, has denied…
The United States is deploying additional troops to the Middle East amid heightened tensions between Israel and Hezbollah, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has warned the Lebanese people."In light of increased tension and out of an abundance of caution, we are sending a small number of additional U.S. military personnel…
