Hospital admissions for severe malnutrition in Somalian displacement camps have surged by 83% compared to the previous year, according to a report by Doctors Without Borders on Tuesday. The African nation grapples with drought and reduced aid from the United States and other donors. A humanitarian official described the situation as shocking, emphasizing that the […]
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump claims his confrontation with Iran is a continuation after decades of economic pressure failed to curb its nuclear ambitions. Trump’s administration believes renewing financial pressure will end this conflict. Recent military actions target Iran’s economy, hoping to compel its leaders to abandon nuclear pursuits and reopen the Strait of […]
Robert Gilman, an American military veteran, was released from a Russian prison after more than four years in detention. The charges were disputed, and he experienced severe conditions, leading to fears for his life. Gilman is now en route to a U.S. military hospital in Texas for medical and psychological assessment. Eric Lebson, of Global […]
A Syrian court in Damascus has sentenced former leader Bashar al-Assad to death in absentia. This decision was made due to his conviction for crimes against humanity and war crimes during Syria’s protracted civil conflict. The court’s ruling represents the first of its kind since the regime’s collapse in December 2024. Alongside Assad, seven former […]
Travelers noticed an Alibaba Cloud ad at Shenzhen Bao’an International Airport in Shenzhen, China, on October 7, 2025. Recently, Alibaba Group Holding Ltd. reported significant growth in its AI-related products. BEIJING — Economics graduate Elowen Wu has experience in artificial intelligence, yet felt overwhelmed this summer. During her studies, Wu used chatbots for organizing articles, […]
US Demands and Iran’s Response On Monday, US President Donald Trump dismissed Iran’s demand for reparations due to the devastation caused by US and Israeli bombing over the past five months. Trump claimed that Tehran’s negotiators had not previously raised this demand. Tehran insists on lifting the blockade on its ports, ending economic sanctions, and […]
During my tenure as the chief U.S. negotiator for the U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement (KORUS), I discovered that the strongest partnerships are built not on the absence of disagreements, but on the ability to address them with trust, pragmatism, and shared interests. KORUS faced numerous challenges, especially in sectors such as agriculture, automobiles, and pharmaceuticals. […]
President Donald Trump has announced a shift in approach concerning Iran, as previous strategies to address the conflict have not succeeded. On Monday, he stated that since Iran is demanding compensation in any potential peace negotiations, the United States will also seek compensation. This decision is part of a broader strategy where Trump suggests that […]
The Times features its chief correspondents reporting from key global regions, focusing on critical issues affecting those areas. Chris Buckley, serving as the chief China correspondent, is stationed in Taipei. He covers significant topics such as politics, social change, and security and military concerns related to China and Taiwan. In South America, Julie Turkewitz is […]
Walking around Tokyo in the summer, you’ll notice many people carrying hand-held fans. However, the fan held by Eimi Nakayama, a university student, stood out for its advanced technology. It featured a small metal plate that operates using the principles behind semiconductors, creating a cooling effect through electrical currents. Ms. Nakayama described the cooling effect […]