A cat named Leonardo da Pinchy has become known for stealing laundry on Auckland’s North Shore. The feline’s antics have fascinated residents, leading to both amusement and frustration.
Australia prepares to lift restrictions on U.S. beef imports, imposed due to mad cow disease concerns. The decision recognized by U.S. Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue credits the Trump administration for the progress. The announcement raises questions about Australian consumer response.
A Japanese agency warns of increased fire risks from lithium-ion battery-powered devices during summer. A survey reports 1,860 accidents between 2020 and 2024, with 85% involving fires. August records the highest incidents. Learn about the associated risks and precautions.
Tokyo’s Nikkei index surged as Japan and the U.S. finalized a trade deal. The agreement, affecting the car sector, boosted investor optimism, anticipating other nations may follow suit to circumvent U.S. tariffs.
A Hong Kong court ruled against parts of a law that penalized people for using public toilets not matching their ID-registered gender. The decision came after a lawsuit by a transgender man, “K”, advised to use men’s restrooms for gender dysphoria treatment, challenging fines under existing regulations.
Kensington Palace releases a new photo of Prince George for his 12th birthday. The image, taken by Josh Shinner, captures the young royal in a rural setting, celebrating his milestone.
A Bangladesh Air Force training jet crashed into a Dhaka school, killing at least 19 and injuring over 100. The disaster prompts an investigation into aviation safety policies.
The Philippine and Cambodian military chiefs met in Phnom Penh to reaffirm military cooperation, emphasizing regional stability and security. The meeting is part of ongoing efforts to strengthen bilateral relations between the two Southeast Asian nations.
Cambodian authorities have arrested over 2,100 individuals in a widespread crackdown on scam centers within the last three weeks. The ongoing campaign targets online fraud operations, including suspects from multiple countries.
Venezuela released 10 jailed Americans and permanent residents in exchange for Venezuelan migrants deported by the U.S. to El Salvador, marking a significant diplomatic achievement for President Nicolás Maduro and involving key participation from El Salvador’s President Nayib Bukele.