China Opens New Air Route, Heightening Taiwan Strait Tensions China announced on Sunday, July 6, 2025, the commencement of a new air route, W121, traversing the Taiwan Strait. This route connects Dongshan in Zhejiang Province to the M503 flight path. The move, reported by Focus Taiwan, is likely to further escalate tensions in the already […]

Crackdown on Baloch Activism: Gulzar Dost’s Arrest Sparks Outrage The Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC) has vehemently condemned the arrest of prominent social activist and Kech Civil Society convener, Gulzar Dost. The arrest, reported by The Balochistan Post on July 8, 2025, is viewed as another attempt by the Pakistani state to stifle dissent in Balochistan. […]

Ramaphosa Slams Trump’s 30% Tariff on SA Goods: ‘Trade Data Distorted’ South African President Cyril Ramaphosa on Tuesday strongly condemned the US’s unilateral imposition of a 30 per cent trade tariff on South African goods. He delivered a sharp rebuke to President Donald Trump’s administration. Ramaphosa described the tariff as a misrepresentation of the actual […]

Yamaha at 70: A Legacy on Two Wheels Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. will mark its 70th anniversary in 2025. This milestone celebrates seven decades of innovation and impact in the global motorcycle industry. The company’s journey began in 1955, evolving from humble beginnings to become a global powerhouse. Yamaha’s contributions to motorcycling are deeply ingrained […]

India Tops EU Scholarship List Again: Academic Ties Strengthen India has once again secured the top spot as the largest recipient of European Union scholarships, a position it has held since 2014. This continued success underscores the growing academic collaboration between India and the EU. The announcement, made on July 8, 2025, highlights India’s prominent […]

Baloch Activist’s Detention Sparks Rights Row: 3MPO Slammed The arrest of Mahrang Baloch and other Balochistan Youth Congress (BYC) members under the controversial 3MPO ordinance has ignited a firestorm of protest. Prominent political leader, Mr. Mazari, strongly condemned the detentions. He termed the action a “grave violation of fundamental constitutional rights,” highlighting the use of […]

Taiwan Strait Tensions Rise: US Calls for Dialogue Amidst Beijing’s New Flight Route The US State Department has urged both China and Taiwan to engage in direct dialogue to de-escalate rising tensions in the Taiwan Strait. This call follows Beijing’s announcement on July 6, 2025, of a new unilateral flight route, designated W121, over the […]

Suriname Makes History: Veteran Doctor Sworn In As First Female President Jennifer Geerlings-Simons, a 71-year-old physician and seasoned parliamentarian, has created history. On July 8, 2025, she was officially sworn in as Suriname’s first female president, following parliamentary approval. The appointment marks a significant milestone for the South American nation, grappling with considerable economic challenges. […]

Trump Warns: Ukraine Conflict Could Have Gone Nuclear Former US President Donald Trump, in a recent statement, issued a stark warning about the escalating conflict in Ukraine. He asserted that the situation had the potential to spiral into a nuclear confrontation. Trump emphasized the critical need to halt the ongoing hostilities. His comments highlight growing […]

Kenya: Saba Saba Anniversary Turns Violent Amidst Crackdown on Protests Security forces in Kenya clashed with demonstrators on Tuesday, July 8, 2025, marking the 35th anniversary of the Saba Saba pro-democracy movement. The protests, largely comprised of young Kenyans, erupted in response to escalating concerns over government corruption, police brutality, and alleged enforced disappearances of […]