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December 23, 2024

AIIB whistleblower sees China ‘doubling down’ on party control
TOKYO — Exactly two years after Bob Pickard quit the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank, saying it was “dominated” by Chinese Communist Party members, the Canadian whistleblower insists his claims were not “baseless” as the bank maintains. Pickard, a public relations veteran who spoke with Nikkei Asia online from the western Canadian city of Calg, said…
Iran warns of immediate Israel against hitting vital infrastructure
Iran warns of immediate Israel against hitting vital infrastructure TEHRAN: Iran has issued a clear warning to the international community, stating that any Israeli attack on its economic or energy infrastructure will prompt an immediate response. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi called international appeals for Iranian restraint in the face of Israeli aggression “unjust,” emphasizing…
US warns Iran of consequences for targeting Americans and bases
US warns Iran of consequences for targeting Americans and bases United Nations: The United States (US) has warned Iran that any attack targeting American citizens, milit bases, or critical infrastructure would result in serious consequences. Speaking at the United Nations Security Council, the US representative justified Israel’s recent strike on Iran, calling it a necess…
Trump clears way for Nippon Steel to buy US Steel
TOKYO — U.S. President Donald Trump on Friday cancelled the decision by former President Joe Biden to block Nippon Steel’s acquisition of U.S. Steel, paving the way for the Japanese company to finalize its takeover of its American counterpart. Alongside Trump’s decision, the two companies also signed a National Security Agreement (NSA) with the U.S.…
$70 for a Happy Meal toy? Resellers snap up popular characters
TOKYO — Chiikawa Happy Meal toys offered by McDonald’s Japan unit delight not just the children they are marketed to but online resellers — critics call them scalpers — who are cashing in on their popularity with collectors at home and abroad. Since the fast food chain began including the toys in its Happy Meals…
Pakistan backs Iran’s right to retaliate under UN charter
Pakistan backs Iran’s right to retaliate under UN charter United Nations: Pakistan’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations (UN) Ambassador Asim Iftikhar stated that Iran has the right to self-defense under the UN Charter. Speaking during a United Nations Security Council session convened to address the recent Israeli attack on Iran, Ambassador Asim Iftikhar condemned…
Thunder show ‘blood and guts’ to even NBA Finals against Pacers
The Oklahoma City Thunder reached the NBA Finals by producing one of the season’s statistical marvels. Their longest losing streak was just two games. And over an eight-month season, they lost consecutive games only two times. For much of Friday night in Indianapolis, it appeared as though the Indiana Pacers were close to doing the…
Why does Nippon Steel want to buy U.S. Steel? 5 things to know
TOKYO — U.S. President Donald Trump has reversed former President Biden’s decision to block Nippon Steel’s acquisition of U.S. Steel, marking a major milestone in protracted efforts to seal the $14.9 billion deal. The plan was announced in December 2023 faced length delays due to “national security concerns” and political wrangling in the world’s largest…
Anti-ICE protests growing across the country
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