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<div>Israel Gaza war which started after armed attack by Hamas on 7 October 2023</div>
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'Test of regionalism': Pacific church group calls for review of Israel's PIF role
The Pacific Conference of Churches also wants all Pacific Islands Forum engagement with Israel suspended until it complies with international court rulings and UN resolutions.
New Caledonia pro-independence leaders boycott EU critical minerals deal
Pro-independence leaders have boycotted the signing of a strategic partnership deal on critical raw materials between the European US and the French Pacific territory.
First Arab-American mayor to endorse Trump becomes adviser to president
First Arab-American mayor to endorse Trump becomes adviser to president The former mayor of Hamtramck, Michigan, who became the first Arab and Muslim-American elected official to endorse Donald Trump for the US presidency in 2024, has now accepted a role as his adviser on Arab-American affairs. Amer Ghalib announced the news on his Facebook account late Wednesday evening, local time, in Washington, DC."I would like to express my sincere gra
Israeli military says forces kill suspected shooters near Hebron
Israeli military says forces kill suspected shooters near Hebron The Israeli military said that it killed two suspected of carrying out an attack near Hebron, occupied West Bank. A cordon had been imposed in the area alongside searches, it said in a statement. The details of the alleged attack remains unclear.
Saudi Arabia postpones two notable forums to 2027
Saudi Arabia postpones two notable forums to 2027 Saudi Arabia's General Authority for Statistics has postponed the United Nations Global Data Forum and the Second Saudi Statistical Forum in its capital of Riyadh to 2027. The two events were scheduled fo 9 to 12 November.The announcement comes amid the escalation due to the ongoing fighting with Yemen's Houthis.Previously, the kingdom postponed the in-person segment of the Future
US-China AI race turning ASEAN neutrality into a liability
For decades, Southeast Asia has turned great-power rivalry to an economic advantage. By maintaining healthy ties with Washington and Beijing, ASEAN governments attracted investment, expanded trade and preserved room for diplomatic maneuver. The great-power race for artificial-intelligence dominance, however, is changing that bargain. As the United States and China build competing technology networks, neutrality may […]The post US-China AI race turning ASEAN neutrality into a liability appe
Xi’s peace principles offer little cover for China in Africa
On October 9, fighters from two jihadist groups clashed near Gonadaouri, in Burkina Faso’s Oudalan province, not far from the Malian border. One side belonged to Jama’at Nusrat al-Islam wal-Muslimin (JNIM), al-Qaeda’s Sahel affiliate. The other belonged to the Islamic State Sahel Province (ISSP), known until 2022 as the Islamic State in the Greater Sahara. The two […]The post Xi’s peace principles offer little cover for China in Africa appeared first on Asia Times.
UAE announce temporary closure of Umm Al Quwain beaches
UAE announce temporary closure of Umm Al Quwain beaches The UAE has announced the temporary closure of all beaches and coastal areas in Umm Al Quwain, following an oil spill from a tanker.In a statement by the the Ministry of Climate Change and Environment, it confirmed the oil spill, and noted odours in Sharjah, Ajman and Umm Al Quwain "pose no health risks to residents"."Teams immediately began containment, cordoning, cleanup an
When saving your pet comes with guilt: The reality of starvation in Gaza
When saving your pet comes with guilt: The reality of starvation in Gaza In the latest episode of The Gaza Podcast, Palestinian journalist and human rights defender Maha Hussaini introduces her cat Tom, a fellow genocide survivor."He couldn’t understand the starvation, the occupation, the blockade or the genocide," Hussaini said. Having moved from one shelter to another throughout the war, Tom suffered an eye injury from a soot-covered
American Express Q3 earnings preview: stronger print expected on resilient spending
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Asia FX steadies as oil surge weighs on risk appetite, yen holds gains
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U.S. propses tighter rules on investments in Chinese tech sectors
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Japan considers ending gasoline subsidies in December- Reuters
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Asia stocks fall as AI rout batters S.Korea; Japan spooked by strong CPI
<div><img src="https://content-media.investing.com/news/LYNXMPEB210AE_L.jpg" style="width: 100%;" /><div>Asia stocks fall as AI rout batters S.Korea; Japan spooked by strong CPI</div></div>
Omnicom takes Coca-Cola’s North America media account
Omnicom has won the Coca-Cola media account in the US and Canada, a claw back for the world's biggest advertising group after ...
Coca-Cola names Omnicom as media partner in North America, retains WPP Open X globally
Coca-Cola will retain WPP Open X as its media partner globally, with the exception of North America, Japan and South Korea.
Grupo Bimbo raises 2026 adjusted EBITDA margin expansion outlook to 85-120 bps as North America transformation continues
Grupo Bimbo Q3 2026 earnings: record margins, raised EBITDA guidance, U.S. recovery progress, and Brazil risks.
IAI commences B777-300ERSF P2F conversions in North America
IAI first announced its partnership with Ascent Aviation Services in September 2023, with plans to establish two Boeing 777-300ERSF conversion lines at Marana, Arizona, and begin operations in 2024.
Calvin Harris tickets are sold out: How to get into 'North America 2027' tour now
General ticket sales for Calvin Harris’ “North America 2027” tour are officially open today, and tickets are already showing sold out on Ticketmaster. If you missed out during this week’s presales, ...