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21 Killed in Fireworks Plant Explosion in China
At least 21 people have been killed and 61 injured in an explosion at a fireworks plant in a central Chinese province, according to Al Jazeera.
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21 Killed in Fireworks Plant Explosion in China
At least 21 people have been killed and 61 injured in an explosion at a fireworks plant in a central Chinese province, according to Al Jazeera.
Man Charged with Murder, Sexual Assault of 5-Year-Old Girl
A 47-year-old man has been charged with the murder and sexual assault of a 5-year-old girl in Australia's Northern Territory, according to police.
Taiwan President Visits Eswatini Amid China Diplomatic Pressure
Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te has arrived in Eswatini, days after his government said a trip had been cancelled due to China pressuring African countries to stop him flying over their territories, according to BBC.
Australia wants to become the first country to eliminate a cancer – can it?
Australia is on track to eliminate cervical cancer within a decade, according to BBC reports, and is now racing other nations to be the first in the world to achieve this. The country’s two-pronged strategy includes widespread HPV vaccination and regular screening.
Myanmar Ex-Leader Aung Moved to House Arrest
Myanmar's former leader Aung San Suu Kyi has been transferred to house arrest, according to the country's state media.
47-Year-Old Arrested in Australian Town Over Girl’s Murder
A 47-year-old man, Jefferson Lewis, was arrested in Alice Springs, Australia, over the death of a young girl known as Kumanjayi Little Baby. Violence erupted after his arrest, with police reporting unrest and property damage.
Australian Hiker Missing in Nova Scotia for 2 Weeks
A 62-year-old Australian woman has been missing for two weeks in a Nova Scotia national park, according to a report from The Guardian.
Thousands at Risk as Everest Flood Warning System Left to Rust
A multi-million dollar flood warning system in Nepal's Everest region may no longer function, according to Nepalese officials, leaving thousands at risk.
Thirteen killed in second India fireworks blast in three days
Thirteen people have been killed in an explosion at a firecracker factory in Kerala, India, according to officials. The blast occurred in Thrissur on Tuesday, slowing rescue efforts and damaging nearby homes.
Domestic workers legally recognised in Indonesia after ’22-year struggle’
Indonesia's parliament passed a law to protect domestic workers, formally recognizing them for the first time after a 22-year struggle, according to the BBC.
Snow Man’s Chart-Topping Single and J-Pop Influence
Snow Man’s 'Odorouze!' debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard Japan Hot 100, marking the band’s 13th chart-topper. The single, released February 23, received 96,042 downloads and is set to be included in their upcoming single released April 29.
Taiwan President Blames China for Eswatini Trip Cancellation
Taiwan’s president, Lai Ching-te, has canceled his planned trip to Eswatini, the island’s only diplomatic ally in Africa, due to revoked overflight permits linked to Chinese pressure, according to a statement from his office.
Japan Loosens Arms Export Rules, Expands Sales to 17 Nations
Japan has relaxed decades-old restrictions on arms exports, allowing it to sell weapons to 17 countries, marking a significant shift from its post-WW2 pacifist stance, according to the BBC.
Japan Earthquake: 7.7 Magnitude Quake Triggers Tsunami Alert
A 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Japan, triggering tsunami warnings and prompting evacuations from coastal areas, according to the BBC.
Japan on High Alert After 7.7 Magnitude Quake
Japan issued a tsunami warning following a 7.7 magnitude earthquake, prompting evacuations and heightened vigilance in coastal areas, according to the BBC.
New Zealand Declares State of Emergency as Floods Hit Wellington
New Zealand has declared a state of emergency in its capital city, Wellington, as torrential rain and flash flooding drenched the North Island, according to the BBC.
25 Killed in Firecracker Factory Blast in India
At least 25 people were killed in an explosion at a firecracker factory in Tamil Nadu, India, according to BBC Tamil, with four others seriously injured.
25 Killed in Firecracker Factory Blast in India
At least 25 people were killed in an explosion at a firecracker factory in Tamil Nadu, India, according to BBC Tamil, with four others seriously injured.
US Forces Kill 4 in Latest Strike on Vessels in Eastern Pacific
The US military has killed four more people in its fourth deadly attack on vessels in the eastern Pacific Ocean over the past four days, according to the US Southern Command.
250 Missing After Migrant Boat Sinks in Indian Ocean
About 250 Rohingya and Bangladeshis, including children, are missing after their boat sank in the Andaman Sea, according to the United Nations' refugee and migration agencies.