Japan issues its first new banknotes in 20 years | Economy and Business
The redesigned banknotes pay tribute to Japanese capitalism, women's equality and scientific innovation. Japan has issued its first new banknotes…
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Anti-coup forces say Myanmar military uses banned and restricted weapons | Conflict News
Mae Sot, Thailand – Once again, the attack came from the sky. Kachin resistance fighters barely heard the sound of…
Myanmar arrests 11 accused of rice price gouging | News
Amid armed conflict following the 2021 coup, the rapid depreciation of Myanmar's currency is destabilizing the economy. Myanmar military authorities…
Why is July the hottest month of the year? | Climate news
EXPLAINER The world has faced its 12th consecutive month of historic heat, and this summer is on track to be…
Indonesian gang defends Taiwanese migrant workers | Labor rights news
Kaohsiung, Taiwan – Surrounded by his bandmates, Rudi takes the stage in the southern Taiwanese port city of Kaohsiung. As…
NYPD Kills 13-Year-Old Myanmar Refugee Who Had Pellet Gun | Police
News Police have released body camera footage showing officers fatally shooting a 13-year-old boy in Utica, New York. Nyah Mway,…
Preliminary election results show Mongolian People's Party in the lead | Election News
Prime Minister Luvsannamsrain Oyun-Erdene declares victory in the country's parliamentary elections, but the opposition makes significant gains. The ruling Mongolian…
Mongolians vote amid anger over corruption, sluggish economy | Election news
The ruling Mongolian People's Party is expected to win another term despite concerns about its government. Polls have opened in…
North Korea says it successfully conducted a multiple warhead missile test | Gun News
It is the first known test of the so-called MIRV carried out by Pyongyang, but South Korea is questioning the…
North Korea's failed launch was possible hypersonic weapon: Seoul | Gun News
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un announced plans in 2021 to develop technologically advanced weapons, including hypersonic missiles. North Korea…