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World
Japan starts planning language program for foreign residents
The program would also assist in helping residents understand local systems and rules, and is hoped to be trialed in fiscal 2028.
Azerbaijan
Studying new models of ChatGPT is being delayed due to cyber attack risks
OpenAI, the developer of ChatGPT, has temporarily suspended the study of its latest artificial intelligence models due to risks associated w
World
Bali gym owner kicks out three Israeli tourists for links to ‘IDF’
A gym owner in Indonesia has posted a video on social media explaining why he refused service to three Israeli tourists.
World
US unions sue over new visa rule for foreign students, journalists
New rule caps student and exchange visas to four years, while most journalist visas will be limited to 240 days.
Politics
5 Things to Know About Mary Peltola, Democratic Senate Candidate in Alaska
The Alaska Native, who grew up along the Kuskokwim River near the Bering Sea and fished for salmon, is the leading Democrat in the nonpartis
Politics
5 Things to Know About Dan Sullivan, the Alaska Senator Seeking Re-election
The incumbent Republican has been a reliable supporter of President Trump, giving Democrats a pickup opportunity in a state where most are p
World
U.S. Paralympian sees LA Games as chance to challenge China and change perceptions
Truwit, who won two silver medals in Paris a year after losing her lower left leg in a shark attack, saw firsthand how French fans lifted lo
World
South Korea shortens war games with US citing Washington request
It comes after Trump announced plans to curtail joint exercises with South Korea, citing a "very good" relationship with North Korea's Kim J
Finance
Aramco and Maaden Move Ahead With Saudi Copper Mining Venture
World
Erin Patterson argues mushroom murder convictions should be quashed due to ‘catastrophic’ failure of justice
Allowing jurors to stay in same hotel as police and prosecution denied Patterson a fair trial, lawyers tell Victorian court of appealLawyers
Azerbaijan
Kyrgyzstan posts 4.3% growth in agricultural output
World
Japan mulls expert teams for cyberattack-hit local governments
The considerations come as difficulties rise in securing sufficient personnel and budgets for cybersecurity measures.
World
Five Australian footy players suspended for season amid police investigation
The suspensions, for drinking and inviting women to a hotel, come as police investigate an alleged sexual assault.
World
UAE imposes indefinite trade embargo on Iran over alleged missile attacks
Iran denies launching missiles at the UAE, suggesting the incident was a 'false flag operation'.
Azerbaijan
Trump has postponed the introduction of tariffs on Canadian goods for three days
World
US sanctions International Criminal Court’s president and top lawyer
The US has sanctioned International Criminal Court president Tomoko Akane and trial lawyer Abdoulaye Seye.
Politics
‘I’m Not That Informed on National Security,’ Graham Says in South Carolina Debate
Senator Darline Graham made the remark in a debate against Representative Ralph Norman, her opponent in the runoff election to succeed her b
Azerbaijan
China has successfully landed its first reusable launch vehicle
China's private aerospace company "LandSpace" successfully launched a commercial launch vehicle "Zhuque-3" (ZQ-3).
World
Trump’s Korea move creates more headaches for Takaichi
The U.S. president's order to shorten allied exercises with South Korea to avoid sending "inappropriate and hostile" signals to Pyongyang jo
World
Trial begins that could force Meta to change Facebook and Instagram
A landmark trial has begun in California over allegations Meta deliberately designed its platforms to be addictive.
Culture
Suge Knight Gang Associate Dodges Questions at Tupac Trial: ‘Not Gonna Send Him to Prison’
Former gang member James McDonald testified at the trial of Duane "Keffe D" Davis
Politics
Why Democrats and Republicans Are Backing Rivals in Alaska’s Senate Primary
A burst of ad spending is part of a campaign tactic in which the major parties try to boost fringe hopefuls on the other side.
Politics
America’s reddest state crowns GOP governor nominee
Wyoming Republicans chose their governor nominee from a four-way primary featuring Trump-endorsed Megan Degenfelder and three other candidat
Politics
Trump hits pause on new Canada tariffs
The president announced late Tuesday night that the two governments had reached an initial agreement to avert the 50 percent duty.
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