The 2026 Lanyang Mazu Culture Festival, a major religious event in Yilan County, Taiwan, held its flag handover ceremony for the sea and land procession commanders. The 3-day, 2-night event will commence on October 2nd.
The White House is exploring a proposal to purchase the Chagos Islands from Mauritius, potentially derailing the UK's plan to transfer sovereignty while retaining a lease over the strategic Diego Garcia military base, amid US concerns over security risks due to Mauritius' ties with China and Iran.
Singer-songwriter Emma-Lee Moss, known as Emmy the Great, uses her memoir 'My Cantopop Nights' to explore Hong Kong's history and her own identity through the lens of Cantopop music. The book delves into iconic songs and artists, linking them to personal experiences and the city's turbulent past.
Russia's UN envoy Vasily Nebenzya stated that an objective investigation into a Romania incident requires the handover of drone debris to Russia, emphasizing the need for a depoliticized probe involving the Russian side. He also suggested the drone incident was linked to Zelensky's appeal to Trump for missile systems.
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah resigned on Thursday, following months of speculation and a directive from the Congress high command, clearing the path for his deputy, DK Shivakumar, to take the top post.
The Indian Centre clarifies in Delhi High Court that June 5, 2026, is an 'option' for Delhi Gymkhana Club to vacate, not a forced takeover date, easing apprehensions of 14,000 members and 600 employees amid plans to strengthen defence infrastructure.
Russian developers are handing over housing projects with shorter delays, averaging 2.9 months in early 2026, nearly half the previous year's figure. This is attributed to market shifts, increased regulatory oversight, and financial incentives to complete construction.
The New York Times reports that a proposed deal between Iran and the US includes Tehran's commitment to give up its enriched uranium stockpiles. However, the specific details of this handover remain unresolved and will be discussed in future negotiations.
Washington also demands the handover of all enriched nuclear material
Hong Kong’s legislature is set to visit Beijing as a full body for the first time since the city’s handover to Chinese rule in 1997, with all 90 lawmakers expected to join the delegation as it seeks better alignment with the national 15th five-year plan. Legislative Council president Starry Lee Wai-king announced on Wednesday that the trip would take place in July. Lawmakers were informed that the seven-day visit to the capital would run from July 19 to 25, during the legislature’s summer...
Indian Navy chief Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi met Myanmar Navy's Central Naval Command commander Rear Admiral Aung Aung Naing and Naval Training Command chief Rear Admiral Khun Aung Kyaw in Yangon to discuss strengthening navy-to-navy cooperation and bolstering defence partnership. During the visit, Admiral Tripathi handed over equipment including a containerised small arms simulator and rigid inflatable boat for maritime security in the Bay of Bengal region, aligned with India's Mahasagar policy.
South Korea's defense ministry said Thursday that a timeline for handing over wartime operational control (OPCON) from the United States will be set at this year's Security Consultative Meeting and proposed to the leaders of both countries. The announcement follows USFK commander Gen. Xavier Brunson's statement that allies aim to meet conditions for the OPCON transfer no later than Q1 2029. Seoul is seeking to complete the transfer within President Lee Jae Myung's term ending in 2030.
The UK has paused its plan to transfer the Chagos Islands to Mauritius, citing the need for US support. The deal, which would have allowed continued UK-US military control of the Diego Garcia base, faced opposition from the US and UK Conservatives.
