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US finds no 'Havana syndrome' link to foreign powers, but 2 spy agencies say it's possible

US finds no 'Havana syndrome' link to foreign powers, but 2 spy agencies say it's possible

US intel: No foreign power linked to Havana Syndrome, but 2 agencies can't rule out weapon use; symptoms remain unexplained. Investigation continues.

Leader of Japanese crime syndicate pleads guilty to conspiring to traffic nuclear materials to Iran

Leader of Japanese crime syndicate pleads guilty to conspiring to traffic nuclear materials to Iran

Japanese crime boss Ebisawa pleaded guilty to smuggling uranium and plutonium to Iran. He faces jail for nuclear, drug, & weapons charges.

UN predicts world economic growth at subdued 2.8% in 2025

UN predicts world economic growth at subdued 2.8% in 2025

UN projects 2.8% global growth for 2025, driven by China, US, India, and Indonesia. EU/Japan recovery expected, but growth uneven.

An army airstrike on a village in western Myanmar has killed at least 40 people, reports say

An army airstrike on a village in western Myanmar has killed at least 40 people, reports say

Myanmar military airstrike on village in Rakhine State killed ~40, injured ~20, destroying hundreds of homes. Arakan Army controls area. Conflict ongoing since 2021 coup.

Impeached South Korean president's lawyers slam detention efforts as acting leader warns of clash

Impeached South Korean president's lawyers slam detention efforts as acting leader warns of clash

S. Korean President Yoon faces detention over martial law. Lawyers denounce it, citing lack of authority. Security fortified residence. Acting leader urges no clashes.

Aid convoy reaches remote district in NW Pakistan after prolonged blockade amid sectarian violence

Aid convoy reaches remote district in NW Pakistan after prolonged blockade amid sectarian violence

Aid reached Pakistan's Kurram district after deadly sectarian clashes closed roads for months. A ceasefire allowed food, medicine delivery to thousands.