Taiwan Detains a Chinese-Crewed Ship After Undersea Cable Severed
The Coast Guard said it was investigating how the cable was severed and said it could not rule out the possibility of sabotage.
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Taiwan detains Chinese-crewed cargo ship after undersea cable damaged
Taiwan’s coastguard says it ‘cannot be ruled out that it was a grey-zone intrusion by China’. Taiwan’s coastguard has detained a cargo ship and its Chinese crew after an undersea cable in the ...The Guardian - 11h -
Taiwan investigating a Chinese-crewed ship believed to have severed an undersea cable
Taiwanese authorities are investigating a Chinese-crewed ship suspected of severing an undersea communications cable in the latest such incident adding to tensions between Taipei and BeijingABC News - 11h -
Taiwan catches Chinese-owned ship in act of cutting subsea cable
Confrontation comes after Taipei launched crackdown on Beijing’s ‘shadow fleet’Financial Times - 9h -
Taiwan catches Chinese-owned ship in act of cutting subsea cable
Confrontation comes after Taipei launched crackdown on Beijing’s ‘shadow fleet’Financial Times - 9h -
Meta Will Build the World’s Longest Undersea Cable
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Sweden investigates suspected sabotage of undersea telecoms cable
A Baltic Sea cable has been damaged for the third time in recent months, Finnish telecom operators say.BBC News - 4d -
Several hurt after explosion at resort in Maui
Several people were injured after an explosion at The Whaler in the resort community of Kaanapali in Maui. Video shows debris and smoke shooting from a building. The explosion is believed to have ...NBC News - 4d -
Cramer suffers ‘severe concussion’ after fall in North Dakota
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Europe Vows to Step Up Baltic Sea Security After a New Cable Break
The bloc announced new steps to prevent threats to undersea lines after Sweden discovered damage to one east of Gotland island.The New York Times - 4d -
French authorities detained 4 people after a deadly stabbing linked to Islamic extremism
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French authorities detained 4 people after a deadly stabbing linked to Islamic extremism
French anti-terrorism authorities say four people are in custody after a deadly stabbing in eastern France that authorities linked to Islamic radicalismABC News - 2d -
American woman detained in Paris after newborn baby fatally thrown from window
An American woman was being held in police custody in Paris following the death of a newborn baby, who was thrown from the window of a hotel, authorities said.NBC News - 1d -
‘We have nothing now’: Myanmar’s exiled media face existential crisis after Trump severs aid
Organisations that take extreme risks to document atrocities, corruption and war crimes fear for their future after USAid cuts. Each month Su Myat secretly crosses the border from Thailand into ...The Guardian - 1d -
Trump trade overhaul clouds China’s shipping forecast
US president’s proposed new fees risk higher costs for companies, consumers and a struggling global trade systemFinancial Times - 1d -
Sweden is investigating a cable break in the Baltic Sea
Swedish authorities are investigating a damaged cable that was discovered in the Baltic Sea, according to Swedish news agency TTABC News - 4d -
Trump Plans to Use Military Bases to Detain Migrants
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Why 'Severance' would fall flat with the American workforce
While there’s no polling data asking about whether we’d be willing to become “severed,” don’t expect Americans to clamor for it any time soon.The Hill - 4d -
Hegseth fires several top military attorneys
Major changes are happening at the Pentagon after a string of firings over the weekend. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth fired some of the military's top lawyers, cutting the judge advocates general ...CBS News - 18h -
Taiwan Watches Trump Undercut Ukraine, Hoping It Won’t Be Next
As President Trump turns toward Russia, Taiwan grapples with its reliance on U.S. support in the face of conflict with China.The New York Times - 6h -
Flight crew member detained at Boston airport before flight to Paris
A JetBlue pilot was arrested at Boston's Logan International Airport Thursday evening on a warrant out of another state, just before a flight to Paris, officials said.NBC News - 4d -
Trump Plans to Use Military Sites Across the Country to Detain Undocumented Immigrants
The move would be a drastic escalation by the White House to militarize immigration enforcement.The New York Times - 3d -
Five detained at protest in Swiss town where AfD leader Weidel lives
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Children of UK couple detained in Afghanistan appeal to Taliban for their release
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‘Severance’ tops ‘Ted Lasso’ as most watched series on Apple TV+
"Severance" has dethroned “Ted Lasso” as Apple TV+'s most watched series ever after the highly anticipated second season of the psychological thriller dropped following a nearly 3-year hiatus.NBC News - 5d -
Report: Deebo drawing 49ers trade interest from several teams
Several NFL teams reportedly are interested in trading for San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Deebo Samuel.Yahoo Sports - 4d -
Warmer weather on the way as severe freeze loosens dangerous grip
A major snowstorm and dangerous freeze that left parts of the U.S. covered in ice and snow is beginning to loosen its grip.NBC News - 4d -
'Severance' memes are everywhere as show boosts Apple TV+ viewership
"Severance", which launched in 2022 and returned for season two in January, has become Apple TV+'s biggest hit, surpassing the popular comedy "Ted Lasso".NBC News - 4d -
How much home $300,000 buys you in every U.S. state—in Hawaii, it's about as much space as a shipping container
A $300,000 homebuying budget can get you four times more space depending on which state you live in.CNBC - 1d -
Taiwan holds its breath as Trump turns on Ukraine and upends US foreign policy
The mood in Taipei is one of wariness as the new US president takes a blowtorch to diplomatic norms and assurances. It’s a bustling morning at the Dongmen wet market, in inner-city Taipei. Mr Yu is ...The Guardian - 4d -
Former UN ambassador warns of potential repercussions of Russia-Ukraine rhetoric on China, Taiwan
Former United Nations ambassador Susan Rice warned that President Trump’s actions with ending the Russia-Ukraine war could have potential repercussions with China and Taiwan. Rice joined MSNBC’s ...The Hill - 1d -
Trump's abrupt change of US policy on Ukraine raises questions about Taiwan support
U.S. President Donald Trump’s abrupt reversal of three years of American policy toward Ukraine has raised concerns China might become emboldened to push its territorial claim on Taiwan, though ...ABC News - 1d -
Australian citizen detained 32 times at Sydney airport accuses border force of systemic racism
Hubert Igbinoba, who is suing the Australian government, says he is singled out because he is black – a claim the government denies. Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news ...The Guardian - 6h -
Trump to sign more executive orders today, despite legal pushback on several of his directives
Trump is slated to sign more executive orders this afternoon. Several of his directives have already faced pushback during his first month in office.NBC News - 4d -
My boiler has broken and I’m finding solace in a slice (or several) of toast | Rachel Cooke
There are whole chapters in cookbooks dedicated to it and now an endless variety of new things to spread on top, including butters with a waiting list. My subject today is toast, which is much on ...The Guardian - 3d -
These are the factors weighing on Block’s stock after earnings
Block expects accelerating growth as the year goes on, but investors may have wanted more from the company’s overall gross-profit outlook.MarketWatch - 4d -
ESPN, MLB to end broadcast deal after 2025
ESPN's coverage of Major League Baseball games will conclude at the end of the 2025 season, it was announced on Thursday.ESPN - 4d -
Progressives struggle to stem bleeding after brutal year
Progressives are struggling with recruitment, morale and fundraising as they seek a path forward heading into next year’s midterm elections. While some on the left, such as Justice Democrats, have ...The Hill - 4d -
Neighbours cancelled again, two years after revival
The series will finish at the end of 2025, after 40 years and more than 9,000 episodes.BBC News - 4d -
Hawks' Young after loss: Officiating 'one-sided'
Hawks All-Star guard Trae Young said the officiating was "one-sided" after Thursday night's loss to the Magic.ESPN - 4d
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