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Why China is reviving Mao-era inland bases as nuclear buildup gains pace

China's nuclear buildup is increasingly finding new space in remote inland mountainous regions that once formed the core of Mao Zedong's Cold War defence strategy

China confirms 3 ships crossed Strait of Hormuz amid ongoing conflict

Ship-tracking data showed two Chinese container ships sailed through the Strait of Hormuz on Monday on their second attempt to leave the Gulf after turning back on Friday

27-year-old Indian-origin man shot dead in Canada's Surrey, probe on

The victim has been identified as 27-year-old Jasman Sekhon

Japan deploys its first long-range missiles to boost offensive capability

The deployment of the long-range missile gives Japan a 'standoff' capability, meaning it can strike enemy missile bases from afar, marking a break from the self-defense-only policy

Brazil's dual-fuel ethanol fleet stabilises gasoline prices amid Iran war

Tens of millions of drivers here can choose between filling their tank with 100 per cent sugarcane-based ethanol or a gasoline blend that contains 30 per cent of biofuel

How China has become a flashpoint in Trump's birthright citizenship fight

As the US Supreme Court takes up birthright citizenship, President Donald Trump's push to restrict the rule has revived claims about Chinese 'birth tourism'

Meta, YouTube, others not fully complying with child account ban: Australia

Experts say the Australian courts could decide what steps the platforms can reasonably be expected to take under the laws that took effect on Dec. 10 banning young children from holding accounts

Indian-origin Mangala Kuppa appointed as CIO of US labour department

Kuppa, who also serves as the department's Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer, was appointed earlier this month

Israel conducts fresh strikes in Iran, US targets key military infra

The attacks were testament to the intensity of the monthlong war the US and Israel launched against Iran, which has maintained its chokehold on the Strait of Hormuz

G7 set to take all measures to stabilise energy markets amid Iran conflict

This decision follows significant disruptions to global energy supplies, with Brent crude oil prices spiking past $116-$120 per barrel due to fears of a prolonged conflict

Trump open to ending Iran military campaign even if Hormuz remains shut

US President Donald Trump is reportedly open to ending the military campaign against Iran without reopening the Strait of Hormuz, prioritising strikes on Tehran's navy and missile stockpile

Why closure of Strait of Hormuz leaves Asian nations most vulnerable

Wealthier economies like China, Japan and Singapore, with deep pockets and strategic reserves, can cushion the blow - in the short term at least - but others are more exposed

Iranian Speaker warns of 'decisive' response amid US military build-up

He emphasised that the people of Iran, led by the Supreme Leader, will not only defend their rights but also make the enemy regret their actions

West Asia war updates: Iran moves to charge Hormuz transit; Brent at $111

Iran has approved a plan to impose tolls on ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz amid the ongoing West Asia war, raising concerns over global oil supply as Brent crude trades near $111 a barrel

Oil-thirsty Asian nations seek Russian crude as Iran war strains supplies

Experts say there is a limit to how much Moscow can boost its exports of crude which is needed to make fuels like gasoline and diesel, and it is already exporting at a level close to its previous peak

Asia braces for LNG shock as Strait of Hormuz blockade chokes supply

With a cutoff in shipments imminent, Asian countries, the biggest importers of liquefied natural gas from the West Asia, are already burning more coal and reducing consumption

Pentagon rejects claim of Hegseth's alleged investment, seeks retraction

According to reports, a broker representing US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth sought to invest in a major US defence-focused fund in the weeks leading up to the US-Israeli military action against Iran

China's factory growth hits 1-year high in March despite war risks

The sub-indexes for output and new orders both rose above 51 from below 50 the previous month, while that for new export orders improved to 49.1 from 45 in February

US eyes alternatives after WTO talks fail on ecommerce duty moratorium

US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer said Washington would work with like-minded partners outside the WTO if the moratorium is not restored

India condemns attack that killed two UNIFIL peacekeepers in south Lebanon

According to a statement issued by UNIFIL, the incident occurred near Bani Hayyan in Southern Lebanon, resulting in the deaths of two peacekeepers, while a third one sustained severe injuries