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China Tightens Rare Earth Export Controls: A New Strategic Lever

On October 9, 2025, China announced a major expansion of its export controls on rare earth elements (REEs) and related technologies, with a clear focus on defence and semiconductor users. The new measures clarify and broaden sweeping controls first introduced in April, which had already rattled global supply chains. Under the revised rules: More varieties […]

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“Triple Sabotage” — Trump’s Claims of Sinister Events at the UN

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The Claim During his recent visit to the United Nations General Assembly, former U.S. President Donald Trump accused the UN (or parties associated with it) of orchestrating what he described as three “very sinister events” — a “triple sabotage” — to sabotage his appearance and credibility. In a post on Truth Social, Trump asserted: “A

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In Trump’s H-1B Harakiri, China Seizes Its Moment

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When former President Donald Trump launched his campaign to “Make America Great Again,” few would have predicted that one of his signature policies would inadvertently accelerate China’s technological ascendancy. Yet that’s precisely what happened with his crackdown on the H-1B visa program — a policy maneuver that now looks less like nationalist strength and more

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Disney, Jimmy Kimmel & the Charlie Kirk Row: What’s Going On

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The Trigger Jimmy Kimmel, host of Jimmy Kimmel Live! on ABC (owned by Disney), made remarks in a monologue about the killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. Specifically, he accused “the MAGA gang” of trying to portray the shooter as something other than aligned with them, saying they were “doing everything they can to score

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Gaza Is Burning: What the Latest Escalation Tells Us

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A sharp escalation has unfolded in the Israel–Gaza conflict. Israel’s Defence Minister, Israel Katz, declared that “Gaza is burning” following heavy overnight strikes targeting Gaza City — the largest and one of the most densely populated urban centers in the Gaza Strip. Here’s what we know so far, the implications, and why this moment is

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UN Security Council Condemns Israel Over Deadly Strike on Qatar

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What Happened On 9 September 2025, an Israeli airstrike struck locations in Doha, Qatar, targeting senior Hamas political leadership. The strike resulted in at least six deaths, including a Qatari security officer. The strike occurred during mediation efforts, with several Hamas representatives in Doha engaging in discussions about a ceasefire, prisoner‐exchange, and the U.S. proposals

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Army Patrols Kathmandu Streets to Restore Order

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Kathmandu, Nepal – In an unprecedented move aimed at curbing unrest and restoring order, the Nepal Army has been deployed on the streets of Kathmandu. The capital, known for its vibrant culture and historic charm, has recently become the epicenter of rising tensions and social unrest, prompting the government to call in military support. Why

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Shaken Earth, Shattered Lives: A Disaster Unfolds in Eastern Afghanistan

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A Deadly Beginning On the night of 31 August 2025, a powerful magnitude 6.0 earthquake struck eastern Afghanistan—its epicenter in the remote Nurgal District, Kunar Province—at a depth of just 8–10 km. The quake unleashed brutal, violent shaking (Modified Mercalli Intensity IX) across regions including Kunar, Nangarhar, Laghman, Nuristan, and Panjshir, devastating villages of fragile

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A ‘Beautiful Ceremony’ with a Missing Acknowledgment: Trump Reacts to China’s WWII Parade

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On September 3, 2025, Beijing staged an extraordinary military parade at Tiananmen Square to mark the 80th anniversary of Japan’s WWII surrender. President Xi Jinping, standing beside Russian President Vladimir Putin and North Korean leader Kim Jong‑un, oversaw a grand display of military might, including advanced weaponry aimed at projecting strength during rising geopolitical tensions.

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Trump Shelves India Visit for Quad: A Diplomatic Fallout Amid Rising Tensions

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In a dramatic development, U.S. President Donald Trump has reportedly abandoned his plans to attend the 2025 Quad Summit in India, a gathering that was expected to bring together leaders from the United States, India, Japan, and Australia in New Delhi. The decision reflects a sharp deterioration in the relationship between President Trump and Indian

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