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United Nations
The UN is an international organisation founded after World War II that aims to provide a dialogue platform between countries, fortifying international corporation and preventing future wars. There are currently 193 members led by five permanent members of the Security Council - US, Russia, UK, France and China. The organisation currently has six principal organs: General Assembly, Security Council, Economic and Social Council, Secretariat, International Court of Justice, and the Trusteeship Council.
US Representative Ro Khanna (D-CA) stands next to Palestinian residents of Turmus Ayya, near Ramallah, during a visit in the Israeli-occupied West Bank, on Thursday. Photo: Reuters
United States

US Democrat Ro Khanna ‘detained’ by Israeli settlers during West Bank visit

US progressive lawmaker Ro Khanna said ⁠he was detained by Israeli settlers this week as he sought out an ‘unfiltered’ look at the Israeli occupation.

Venezuela

Quake-hit Venezuela faces looming health threats as survivors crowd shelters

Africa

Ebola outbreak is ‘fastest growing ever’ as 600 die in DR Congo

US, Israel war on Iran

US strikes Iran again, Tehran fires back at neighbouring Gulf states

Fresh wave of tit-for-tat attacks follows Donald Trump’s declaration that an interim agreement to end the war is ‘over’.

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An explosion at an unknown location following what the US military said were strikes on Iranian targets. Photo: US Central Command via Reuters
China's economic recovery

What was China’s FDI last year? US$174 billion keeps it the world’s No 3 source

As China redraws global investment map, mainland firms use leading roles to secure critical supply chains with overseas plans.

Cuba

At UN, Cuba rallies support against ‘cruel’ and ‘ruthless’ US blockade

Cuba’s foreign minister slammed the blockade’s ‘collective punishment’ of the population but the US envoy insisted ‘there is no blockade’.

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Cuba

More hardship in fuel-starved Cuba, hit by third nationwide blackout this year

Cuba’s president slams Washington’s ‘strangulation’ of communist island as grid collapse leaves 9.6 million without power.

A woman walks on a street in Havana carrying a fan as Cuba endures another power failure. Photo: Reuters
Middle East

Lebanon says school principal among 4 killed in Israeli drone strike on car

IDF claims it targeted ‘suspects’ approaching the area its forces occupy in southern Lebanon.

Israel-Gaza war

Hamas dissolves Gaza governing body but disarmament still a question

The move paves the way for technocratic committee the NCAG to implement civilian rule; Israel said it was a ‘trick’ to avoid disarming.

Australia

Australia’s Great Barrier Reef avoids ‘in danger’ listing by Unesco

The agency’s draft report says Australia is working on addressing concerns over climate change, water quality and sustainable fisheries management.

Bleached and dead coral around Lizard Island on the Great Barrier Reef in Australia in April 2024. Photo: AFP
Ukraine war

China can help Ukraine recover from war and advance industry, ambassador says

Beijing’s envoy says his country’s continuous growth offers opportunities for Kyiv’s post-war revival.

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An explosion lights up the sky over Kyiv on Thursday during a Russian missile and drone strike amid its invasion of Ukraine. Photo: Reuters
US-China relations

Open Questions | Sun is setting on US dominance of the world, Wu Xinbo says

Fudan University expert says while China’s influence grows, US under Trump has lost credibility and its ability to drive international action has stagnated.

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Israel-Gaza war

Gaza marks 1,000 days of war. Palestinians there face an uncertain future

Over 2 million Palestinians remain displaced amid ruins as the region grapples with the immense, gridlocked task of reconstruction.

Venezuela

Venezuela faces post-quake medical crisis as threat of infections looms

A public health emergency in Venezuela, unless quickly controlled, could take more lives in the days and weeks ahead.

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A child’s toy and debris in La Guaira, Venezuela. Photo: Reuters
Extreme weather

Spain blames over 1,000 excess deaths on heatwave, in second-hottest June ever

At the heatwave’s peak, June 23, almost 75 per cent of the population were exposed to health risks due to heat. The hottest June was in 2025.

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A tourist drinks water in Barcelona, Spain, on a hot day. File photo: AP
SCMP Highlights

Tallest South China Sea tower; Chinese experts leave US: 7 science highlights

From two Chinese scientists leaving the US to a desalination prototype, here are some highlights from SCMP’s recent science reporting.

Venezuela

Venezuela survivors pulled from rubble days after quakes

Amid diminishing hope, a preliminary assessment via satellite data says the two earthquakes likely damaged or destroyed 58,870 buildings.

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China-Latin America relations

China pledges extra US$14.7 million in earthquake relief to Venezuela

Beijing is also providing satellite images of the affected areas, as Chinese businesses and overseas communities in the country pitch in.

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People sift through donated clothes on a street in La Guaira, Venezuela, on Sunday, after two devastating earthquakes struck the region. Photo: Reuters
Venezuela

Critical rescue window passes in quake-hit Venezuela as death toll nears 1,500

While a 21-year-old man was found alive after 106 hours trapped under rubble, hopes are fading for thousands of people unaccounted for.

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China-Africa relations

Opinion | Beijing offers leverage for Africa. Policymakers are now applying it

Partnerships with China are no longer a debate for economies across the continent but a platform for their own development paths.

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Natural disasters

Venezuelan boy pulled alive from rubble 3 days after deadly quakes

Residents clawed away rubble from collapsed buildings in search of survivors, amid public outrage over the government’s response.

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A US military helicopter takes off after delivering humanitarian aid in La Guaira, Venezuela, on Saturday. Photo: AP
Americas and the Caribbean

‘We’ll rescue the trapped’: Venezuela earthquakes death toll rises to 920

Tens of thousands are reported missing. Almost 3,000 people are confirmed hurt, says interim president. Millions could be affected.

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Neighbours and relatives work to rescue a person from the rubble of a building in La Guaira, Venezuela, after two earthquakes hit the country. Photo: Reuters
US, Israel war on Iran

When geography is destiny, Gulf states must diversify their defence, expert says

World Economic Forum meeting also told Iran’s leadership now views economic survival – not geopolitical ambition – as primary priority.

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China-Africa relations

Can China’s strict policing model ‘silence the guns’ in Africa?

As Beijing partners with the UN and the African Union to train officials on small arms control, analysts question its impact.

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Venezuela

Venezuela earthquakes draw aid from governments that cut ties with Caracas

Argentina, Ecuador, El Salvador and other governments that suspended relations with the country offer rescue teams and humanitarian aid.

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Neighbours carry a man from the rubble of a collapsed building in La Guaira, Venezuela. Photo: AP
Natural disasters

Venezuela twin quakes death toll hits 235 as rescuers comb rubble for survivors

Thousands are missing and many feared dead after the country was hit by two of the strongest tremors in over a century.

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A man walks among the rubble of a building in La Guaira, Venezuela. Photo: AP
Science

China ‘on track to surpass United States’ in goals for human, planet health: UN

Report showing global progress on 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals shows gap between Chinese and US closed significantly since 2015.

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US-Iran tensions

‘War of words’ won’t stop Iran nuclear inspections, says IAEA

‘We will obviously have to inspect,’ said Rafael Grossi, the boss of the International Atomic Energy Agency. ‘This is going to happen’.

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