South Korea extends measures to stabilize prices of oil-sensitive goods through year-end
South Korea’s Public Procurement Service extends measures to stabilize prices for energy-sensitive goods through the end of the year due to Mideast conflicts.
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Ebola cases in DRC surpass 8,000 as outbreak continues to expand
The WHO warns of high community transmission and expanding geographic reach as the Ebola outbreak persists across seven provinces in the DRC.
Flooding in Thailand affects 42 provinces, leaves eight dead
Severe flooding hits Thailand since Sept 16, leaving 8 dead. Bangkok is declared a flood-hit zone with public holidays entry to ease widespread disruptions.
Oman reaffirms efforts to ensure safe navigation through Strait of Hormuz
Omani Foreign Minister Badr bin Hamad Al-Busaidi calls for global cooperation to ensure safe navigation and trade stability through the Strait of Hormuz.
Japanese government bond yields hit highest since 1996 amid expectations of Fed tightening
The benchmark 10-year Japanese bond yield rose to 3.115% amid US Fed rate hike expectations and Bank of Japan's monetary tightening.
Congenital Infections Linked to Increased Risk of Autism and Intellectual Disabilities
A new study has identified a link between infections transmitted to the fetus during pregnancy and an increased risk of a subsequent diagnosis of autism or intellectual disability
The Touching Drama "Heart of the Beast", Starring Brad Pitt and a Shepherd Dog, Is Hitting Screens
David Ayer’s new feature film, "Heart of the Beast", is being released worldwide; critics are already hailing it as one of the year’s most sincere and emotionally resonant movies
Guterres urges faster energy transition and fossil fuel phase-out
UN Secretary-General António Guterres urged an accelerated energy transition and launched the Global Grids Accelerator initiative.
Putin: Russia welcomes positive agreements between China and the United States
Russian President Vladimir Putin stated that Russia welcomes positive agreements between the US and China due to their global impact.
Trump hosts White House banquet for Xi Jinping, expresses hope for peaceful and prosperous future
US President Donald Trump hosted a formal banquet for Chinese President Xi Jinping, attended by tech leaders Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos.
Azerbaijan Formula 1 Grand Prix Sets Attendance Record
The tenth round of the Formula 1 Azerbaijan Grand Prix in Baku set an all-time attendance record, with the number of international visitors exceeding 16,000
Bentley Unveils First EV at Half the Price of a Ferrari Supercar
British luxury automaker Bentley Motors has unveiled its first all-electric SUV, the Torcal
Mark Zuckerberg Unveils Lightweight VR Glasses and Pocket AI Assistant
Meta has taken another step toward turning science fiction into everyday reality
Huawei unveils its first desktop PC based on its own HarmonyOS operating system
Huawei has unveiled its first desktop computer, the HM650, running on the company’s proprietary HarmonyOS operating system
Tashkent enters the ranks of the world’s fastest-developing cities
Uzbekistan’s capital Tashkent has climbed 128 positions in the Global Cities Index 2026, ranking 343rd among the world’s 1,000 largest metropolitan areas
