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Seoul says North Korean nuclear attack would mean ‘end’ of regime

Seoul warns North Korea that any nuclear attack on their alliance would lead to the “end” of Kim Jong Un’s regime. Tensions escalate amid US military deployments and nuclear threats.

US fears mistreatment of American soldier held by North Korea

The United States is concerned about the fate of American soldier Private Second Class Travis King held by North Korea, fearing mistreatment. Efforts to secure his release are ongoing.

Chinese man convicted in Malawi over racist videos

A Malawian court convicts a Chinese national of racism and child exploitation through online videos. The court orders his immediate departure from the country after serving a 12-month sentence.

After Hollywood strike, Broadway staves off industrial action

A tentative agreement in New York averted a Broadway strike by stagehands and backstage workers. Hollywood also faces historic industrial action, with actors and writers on strike.

Google testing AI news writing tool

Google collaborates with news publishers to develop an AI-powered tool, called Genesis, to assist journalists with reporting and writing. The tool is not intended to replace journalists but to serve as a co-pilot, offering headline and writing style options.

UN chief eyes reforms to peacekeeping operations

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres calls for broad reflection on reforming peacekeeping, acknowledging persistent limitations and the need for realistic mandates and adaptable models. He highlights Africa’s need for new-generation peace enforcement missions and counter-terrorism operations.

Thai court jails teen over ‘crop top’ royal insult

A Thai court sentences a teen to 12 months in jail for royal defamation after wearing a “crop top” to a protest in 2020, invoking Thailand’s strict lese-majeste law.

Modi says India ‘shamed’ after video shows mob parading women naked

Indian PM Narendra Modi condemns the video of two women paraded naked in Manipur amid ethnic clashes. The violence has claimed 120 lives, leaving 50,000 displaced, and houses destroyed. The EU and India’s Supreme Court Chief Justice express concern and call for action.

Ten killed in landslide in India, dozens missing

Ten people were killed, and dozens were feared trapped after heavy rains triggered a landslide in India’s Maharashtra state. Rescue efforts faced challenges due to ongoing rains and difficult terrain. The monsoon season has caused significant destruction and loss of life across the country. Climate change and human activities worsen the impact.

Hong Kong man jailed for replacing national anthem with protest song

A Hong Kong man received a three-month prison sentence for replacing China’s national anthem with a protest song in a sports video. The government sought a ban on the protest anthem.