What do we know about the North Korean troops joining Russia’s war?
Soldiers from the isolated communist state have no experience in modern warfare and a lot…
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CNBC Daily Open: Postelection euphoria takes a breather
Asia markets also tracked the fall in U.S. markets, with South Korea’s Kospi leading losses.
UN condemns ‘acts reminiscent of gravest international crimes’ in Gaza
The UN’s aid chief said that the world is “witnessing acts reminiscent of the gravest…
Somaliland eyes recognition as it goes to polls
Voting begins in Somaliland amid regional tensions and hopes for international recognition after 30 years…
China is catching up with the West on tech, Microsoft president says
According to Microsoft’s web page about its presence in China, the company has operated there…
Tencent reports profit beat on games growth, touts AI benefits
Chinese gaming and social media giant Tencent on Wednesday reported profit above analysts’ expectations, while…
Trump tariffs — and possible exemptions — could provide opportunities for Britain
President-elect Donald Trump’s proposed trade tariffs could prove boon for the U.K., with analysts pointing…
Airlines cancel Bali flights after volcano spews ash miles into the sky
Australia’s Qantas, Jetstar, Virgin Australia halt flights following eruption of Mount Lewotobi Laki Laki.
UN calls for end of weapons supplies to Sudan’s warring parties
UN political chief doesn’t name countries providing weapons to army and paramilitary forces, says it’s…
Japan is ramping up efforts to revive its once dominant chip industry
Japan has announced its latest plan to boost the country’s chip and AI industries as…
Match time, teams, head-to-head: Pakistan vs Australia – T20 cricket series
Pakistan will look to emulate their ODI form when they play Australia in a three-match…
Australia plans to ban social media for under 16s — and experts have called it a ‘momentous step’
One expert says Australia is “on the verge of reclaiming childhood after it had been…
Startup CEO says humans won’t be needed for translation in 3 years as it launches AI app
Unbabel on Wednesday announced an artificial intelligence-powered translation service, adding another rival to a highly…
At least 14 dead after bus plunges into Indus river in northern Pakistan
The driver lost control at speed, veering off a bridge into the icy Indus river…
Trump signals hard line on China with hawkish cabinet picks
US president-elect’s picks for top roles in incoming administration lean heavily on China hawks.
Why New Zealand’s PM has apologised to 200,000 abused in state care
The Indigenous Maori population, who make up a majority of the survivors of state care,…
Trump names Musk and Ramaswamy to head new government efficiency department
Trump has previously teased creation of a new department to slash government spending and restructure…
US military strikes ‘Iranian-backed’ fighters in Syria for a second day
US military said it carried out strikes against an Iranian-backed armed group in Syria, its…
India’s Swiggy sees shares jump about 8% on debut after country’s second-largest IPO this year
The IPO comprised of both a offer for sale of shares worth 68.28 billion rupees…
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 992
As the war enters its 992nd day, these are the main developments.
