Thailand Conducts Airstrikes on Cambodia Border
Thai military jets strike Cambodian positions in a disputed border region, escalating a long-standing territorial dispute. Tensions flare as both sides claim sovereignty.
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Why hasn't human nature evolved with technology?
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A woman on Interpol's most wanted list has been arrested in India for smuggling tiger body parts. Read the full story on the international crackdown.
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A visual journey through the past week's defining moments: Russian strikes in Ukraine, devastating Asian floods, and Trump's FIFA honour. Explore the powerful images that captured our world.
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Exclusive footage reveals two men survived an initial US strike on a suspected drug boat, only to be killed an hour later while clinging to wreckage. Legal experts question the campaign's legality.
How Jeffrey Epstein made his £440m fortune revealed
As pressure mounts to release all evidence, we examine the origins of Jeffrey Epstein's vast wealth and what the newly revealed island photos could mean. Discover the full story.
US 'Second Tap' Drug Boat Strike Sparks Legal Outrage
A second US military strike on a suspected drug boat, killing survivors, has ignited a legal firestorm. Experts question the campaign's legality under international law. Read the full analysis.
Tough Migration Rules Fuel People Smuggling, Report Finds
A major study reveals strict border controls are increasing demand for smugglers and raising their prices, undermining government efforts to 'break the business model'. Read the full analysis.
Thailand seizes $318m in assets in cyber-scam crackdown
Thai authorities seize assets worth over $300m and issue 42 arrest warrants targeting a Chinese-Cambodian tycoon and associates linked to transnational online fraud networks. Read the full investigation.
House Democrats Release New Images of Epstein's Private Island
US House Democrats have released new photos and videos from Jeffrey Epstein's private Caribbean island, Little St James, taken in 2020. The materials offer a chilling glimpse into the alleged hub of trafficking. Read the full story and see the evidence.
Colombian family files complaint over US airstrike killing
The parents of a Colombian fisherman killed in a US airstrike have filed a formal human rights complaint. Exclusive details on the first legal challenge to Trump's anti-drug boat bombings.
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US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth cites 'fog of war' over a controversial second strike. As Pope urges Trump against military action in Venezuela, tensions escalate over drug trafficking claims.
Asia Floods: 1,300+ Dead in Cyclone Disaster
Cyclones and extreme weather have killed over 1,300 people across Sri Lanka, Indonesia, and Thailand. Rescue efforts continue as hundreds remain missing. Read the latest updates.
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Cyclone Ditwah has killed over 400 in Sri Lanka, devastating homes. As families face the emotional and physical toll, India and Pakistan send helicopters and cargo planes to assist with rescue and recovery.
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Exclusive: Cartels exploit foul-smelling cattle ships to move £450m cocaine hauls, evading sniffer dogs and border patrols in a major security loophole. Read the full investigation.
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New research reveals how urbanisation and climate change are amplifying flood disasters across Asia. Read the full analysis and understand the urgent need for action.
Trump pardons ex-Honduran president in drug trafficking case
Donald Trump has pardoned former Honduran president Juan Orlando Hernandez, who was serving 45 years for cocaine trafficking. The move comes amid a US military build-up in the Caribbean. Read the full story.
El Chapo's son details kidnap of rival in US plea deal
Joaquín Guzmán López reveals how he abducted Sinaloa cartel leader 'El Mayo' to win US favour. Read the shocking details of the cross-border operation.
Inside the 'Scam State': A $70bn Industry's Grip on SE Asia
Exclusive investigation reveals how industrial-scale cyber scamming, generating billions, has corrupted states across Southeast Asia, creating a new era of illicit 'scam states'. Read the full report.
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New satellite imagery shows scam compounds in Myanmar have more than doubled since the 2021 coup. The UN warns Southeast Asia is 'ground zero' for a global fraud industry fuelled by human trafficking.
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US Considers Land Attacks on Venezuelan Drug Traffickers
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Asia floods death toll passes 1,100
Monsoon rains and cyclones have devastated parts of Asia, killing over 1,100. Survivors in Indonesia and Thailand describe terrifying escapes as floods swept away homes and bridges.
Asia Floods Death Toll Passes 1,100
Devastating floods across South and Southeast Asia have killed more than 1,100 people. Sri Lanka and Indonesia deploy military as millions are affected by extreme weather.
Asia Floods: 1,100 Dead, 800 Missing in Cyclone Disaster
Catastrophic flooding across South and Southeast Asia has killed over 1,100 people, with hundreds missing. Rescue efforts continue as communities face devastation. Read the latest updates.
Over 1,000 dead in catastrophic Asia floods
Rescue efforts intensify as cyclones and extreme flooding devastate Sri Lanka, Indonesia, and Thailand, with the death toll exceeding 1,000. Authorities warn of ongoing dangers.
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