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South Korean opposition leader opens presidential bid following Yoon’s ouster

SEOUL — South Korea’s leading opposition figure, Lee Jae-myung, officially launched his…

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US companies hit hard by Trump’s tariff plans; can they expect relief?

American companies have been left reeling after US President Donald Trump rolled…

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‘Build plant here, or pay 100% tax’: Trump’s ultimatum to chipmaker TSMC

In a dramatic statement likely to stir both diplomatic and economic tensions,…

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US plans to deploy long-range drones near Taiwan: Japan’s defence minister

In a development that underscores growing regional tensions in East Asia, Japanese…

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South Korea to hold snap elections on June 3 after ousting president

South Korea is set to hold a snap presidential election on 3…

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Israeli strikes kill 25 in Gaza as Supreme Court hears Shin Bet cases

Israeli air strikes on the Gaza Strip overnight and into Tuesday have…

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PM to back ‘British brilliance’ with support for car industry in wake of tariffs

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has pledged to champion “British brilliance” as…

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Rent increases to be capped at 6% under Scottish Government plans

Tenants living in designated rent control areas in Scotland will see annual…

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Nationwide ‘Hands Off!’ protests target Trump, Musk over policy moves

Washington, D.C.: A wave of coordinated protests swept across the United States…

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US VP Vance backs Trump tariffs after years of criticising protectionism

Vance’s economic U-turn sparks debate over trade policy consistency Washington: US Vice…

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