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US-China Tensions Rise Over Taiwan Arms Deal

US-China Tensions Rise Over Taiwan Arms Deal

May 23, 2026 · James Parker

Tensions between Washington and Beijing are escalating as the US plans to supply Taiwan with a massive $14 billion arms package. The Pentagon had planned a visi

New Gas Policy Unveiled by One Nation

New Gas Policy Unveiled by One Nation

May 23, 2026 · Emily Ross

Australia's One Nation party revealed its new resources policy on Thursday, May 21. The policy includes a Norway-inspired government equity scheme in offshore o

England Faces Water Shortage Crisis

England Faces Water Shortage Crisis

May 23, 2026 · Emily Ross

England will face a daily water shortage of 5 billion litres by 2050s without urgent intervention, a government report warns. Climate change and population grow

US Retailers Signal Strong Consumer Spending

US Retailers Signal Strong Consumer Spending

May 22, 2026 · David Chen

Major US retailers Ross, TJX, and Walmart reported robust sales, indicating a resilient consumer base driving the economy. The companies' positive performance w

Trump's Taiwan Comments Play into China's Hands

Trump's Taiwan Comments Play into China's Hands

May 21, 2026 · Emily Ross

US President Donald Trump's comments on Taiwan were made during a meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing. Taiwanese TVs broadcast the meeting live

Taiwan's Defence Drone Plans Grounded

Taiwan's Defence Drone Plans Grounded

May 21, 2026 · James Parker

Taiwan's Legislative Yuan has passed a special budget that halts new domestic defence drone procurement, stifling the industry's growth. The decision comes as T