China accused the United States on Thursday of distorting facts and smearing its political system, after Secretary of State Marco Rubio said censorship could not “erase” the memory of Beijing’s crackdown on Tiananmen Square protesters. ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT On 4 June 1989, the Chinese government sent troops and tanks to crush protests calling for political reform in and around the central square in the capital Beijing. The death toll remains unknown and discussion of what happened is censored in mainland China. Rubio said at a news conference on Wednesday that “no amount of censorship can erase the past.” “Those who sacrificed…
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India’s prime minister could attend the Commonwealth Games in Scotland next month after a meeting with Yvette Cooper on her visit to Delhi.The Foreign Secretary handed Narendra Modi a letter of invitation to the tournament in Glasgow on behalf of the event organisers as she met him for talks on global security and trade in the Indian capital on Thursday.The Games are due to open with a ceremony on July 23 and run until August 2.The competition in Glasgow – thought to be the birthplace of the chicken tikka masala – will be followed by the 2030 Games hosted by…
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Ukrainian drone developers General Chereshnya and STRIX have successfully integrated a chemical booster into the Bullet interceptor drone, a design modification specifically created to counter the growing threat of jet-powered Shahed drones. These new enemy threats are capable of reaching speeds of up to 600 kilometers per hour, forcing Ukrainian engineers to rapidly upgrade existing aerial interception systems, according to Militarnyi on June 4.We bring you stories from the ground. Your support keeps our team in the field.DONATE NOWThe developers confirmed that the Bullet drone, a platform already proven in previous operations, underwent significant structural modifications to accommodate the new…
Explore verdict: Nature and nightlife are two of Hong Kong’s highlights. Combined, they create the perfect trip for a few days.Getting there: Hong Kong Airlines flies from Sydney four times a week and Melbourne three times a week. Return prices are from $668 in economy and $4403 in business.Staying there: The Langham offers five-star accommodation in the heart of Kowloon’s Tsim Sha Tsui from $270 a night.When to go: Summer is very humid, so the best time for exploring Hong Kong’s nature is from September to May. Even though winter can be chilly, it has the lowest rainfall.Explore more: discoverhongkong.com…
The results demonstrate the UAE’s continued commitment to a risk-based and sustainable approach to addressing financial crime threats.Abu Dhabi: The National Anti-Money Laundering and Combatting the Financing of Terrorism and Proliferation Financing Committee (NAMLCFTPC) announced the performance indicators of the UAE’s national AML/CFT/CPF framework for 2025, which were approved by the Higher Committee for Oversight of the National Strategy during its most recent meeting yesterday.The results demonstrate the UAE’s continued commitment to a risk-based and sustainable approach to addressing financial crime threats, enhancing the effectiveness of national efforts, strengthening coordination and integration, and supporting the national system’s ability to measure…
PHOTO: MAZDA Mazda Motor Corporation will strengthen its commitment to China and accelerate the development of electric vehicles alongside Changan Automobile, amid the global slowdown in the automotive industry and the significant financial pressures the Japanese company faced during fiscal year 2026. READ ALSO. Mazda admits that the Mexico-made CX-30 was among the models most affected by U.S. tariffs and made a drastic decision as a result The automaker confirmed that the Chinese market will remain a strategic pillar in its electric transition, despite declining sales and lower demand for internal combustion engine vehicles in the Asian country. Mazda revealed…
India’s prime minister could attend the Commonwealth Games in Scotland next month after a meeting with Yvette Cooper on her visit to Delhi.The Foreign Secretary handed Narendra Modi a letter of invitation to the tournament in Glasgow on behalf of the event organisers as she met him for talks on global security and trade in the Indian capital on Thursday.The Games are due to open with a ceremony on July 23 and run until August 2.The competition in Glasgow – thought to be the birthplace of the chicken tikka masala – will be followed by the 2030 Games hosted by…
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia has secured the top position in the Global Islamic Economy Indicator, reaffirming its leadership in the global halal economy, according to the State of the Global Islamic Economy Report 2025/2026.Malaysia has maintained the top ranking for 12 consecutive years, reflecting the strength of its halal ecosystem, particularly in halal trade facilitation, certification excellence and industry development.The report also highlighted Malaysia’s continued strength across key sectors, ranking first in halal food, Islamic finance, and halal pharmaceuticals and cosmetics, while maintaining top-tier positions across all six sectors of the Islamic economy.Halal Development Corp Bhd chairman Prof Dr Mohd Afandi…
KUALA LUMPUR (June 4): Five passengers on the Kelana Jaya Line were injured when the train they were on came to an abrupt stop after its automatic safety system was activated this evening. In a statement, Rapid KL said the incident involved train number 62 near Dang Wangi Station at 6.07pm. The statement said the incident occurred when the train’s automatic safety system was triggered when the train was departing the station, causing it to stop immediately as an operational control measure. According to Rapid KL, the activation of the system is part of the train’s built-in safety features designed to respond immediately…