While Asia excels in using technology like satellites and AI to track fishing vessels, a significant gap exists in protecting the workers on board. This oversight is critical as the region dominates the global seafood economy and faces increasing pressure for social responsibility alongside environmental sustainability.
Mourners in eastern Congo buried a six-month-old girl, the third child from an orphanage to die from Ebola this week. The Ituri region, the outbreak's epicenter, accounts for over 90% of cases, with efforts hampered by community clashes and a militarized response. The Bundibugyo strain has no approved treatment or vaccine.
Hong Kong's welfare chief announced a review of the age threshold for elderly support services following the suicide of a 70-year-old man. The couple, both under 80, were not eligible for targeted social worker visits, highlighting a potential gap in care for vulnerable seniors.
Hong Kong's welfare chief Chris Sun vowed to review the age threshold for identifying elderly in need after a 70-year-old man was found dead and his 78-year-old wife unconscious in their flat. The couple were not targeted for welfare visits as they were under 80.
Hong Kong's welfare chief Chris Sun pledged to review the age threshold for elderly welfare visits after a 70-year-old man, whose wife was found unconscious, died by suicide. The couple were not targeted for visits as they were under 80.
The World Cup's hydration breaks and other rule changes are analyzed for their impact on coaching strategy and game momentum. While some changes are disliked, they are seen as necessary for fairness and player safety, with coaches like Ronald Koeman planning to utilize them. The expansion to 48 teams is praised for increasing competition and global reach.
The death toll from the Ebola virus in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has reached 245, with 933 confirmed cases reported. Health Minister Samuel Roger Kamba noted progress in containment efforts and growing public trust in the healthcare system.
Senior doctors in Melbourne are warning the public against using an unapproved weight loss drug labeled as retatrutide, after multiple cases of severe liver damage and other serious illnesses were reported. The injectable medication, not approved by any global drug regulator, is being sold on the black market.
Senior doctors in Melbourne are warning the public against taking unapproved weight loss medication labelled as retatrutide, after multiple cases of severe liver damage and other illnesses were discovered. The injectable drug, not approved by any global regulator, is being sold on the black market, with one woman hospitalised in acute liver failure after just two doses.
Belarus begins military drills for nuclear weapons use. Global COVID-19 cases exceed 574,000 daily, with 8,726 fatalities. Russia provides $1 billion to Palestine. US and Iran to sign a virtual memorandum on Sunday regarding the Strait of Hormuz and nuclear program.
A Hong Kong taxi fleet terminated a driver's contract after a video showed passengers alighting mid-road in Tsuen Wan with suitcases, causing traffic disruption. The passengers had reportedly instructed the driver en route for an airport trip.
A young woman from Delhi and her male colleague from Gujarat were attacked by a mob in Odisha's Rayagada district after villagers mistook them for child kidnappers. The incident occurred on June 16, leading to the arrest of 16 people.
PM Narendra Modi presented traditional Indian gifts, including Kalamkari paintings, handwoven textiles, and ancient Ayurvedic texts, to leaders in France and Slovakia. The gifts highlighted India's rich cultural heritage and craftsmanship.
Belarusian tech company LEMT has developed a new FPV drone system that uses a laser beam for guidance, similar to anti-tank missile systems. Middle East countries have expressed interest in the technology, which offers a low-cost alternative to traditional missile systems and is resistant to electronic warfare.
The Democratic Republic of the Congo has reported six additional Ebola deaths in the last 24 hours, raising the total death toll to 232. Confirmed cases have reached 896, with 21 new cases reported.
At VivaTech 2026 in Paris, PM Modi highlighted India's AI capabilities, digital public infrastructure like UPI, and a thriving startup ecosystem. He emphasized 'AI for All Inclusive' and invited global businesses to collaborate, noting the recent India-EU trade deal and India-France Year of Innovation.
Tennessee livestreamer Dalton Eatherly, known as "Chud the Builder," had his bond revoked on June 17 in a misdemeanor case. Investigators presented footage allegedly showing him firing at Joshua Fox before a physical attack, challenging Eatherly's self-defense claim in the May 13 shooting outside the Montgomery County Courthouse.
In the remote Gulf community of Doomadgee, Australia, cases of Rheumatic Heart Disease (RHD) and its precursor, Acute Rheumatic Fever (ARF), have nearly doubled since 2020. Despite a coronial inquest's recommendations and implemented reforms focusing on hygiene and access to care, the number of patients requiring monthly penicillin injections has risen significantly, prompting concerns about systemic failures and the root causes of the preventable disease.
A study found HPV vaccination virtually eliminates cervical cancer deaths before age 30. However, falling vaccination rates in England could lead to hundreds of avoidable deaths annually, reversing progress towards elimination.
Germany's RIAS reporting centers documented a wide range of antisemitic incidents in 2025, remaining at 2024 levels. Incidents include verbal abuse, death threats, and a knife attack. Critics question RIAS's methodology, particularly regarding 'Israel-related antisemitism' versus far-right extremism.
Sexual abuse cases against children under 17 in Hong Kong surged 20% in 2025 to 797, up from 663 in 2024. Security Minister Chris Tang vowed to tighten laws by June to better protect victims, studying Law Reform Commission recommendations.
Hong Kong reported a 20% increase in sexual abuse cases against children under 17 in 2025, with 797 incidents compared to 663 the previous year. Security Minister Chris Tang pledged to strengthen laws by June to better protect victims, citing ongoing reviews of Law Reform Commission recommendations.
Hong Kong police arrested a 36-year-old man suspected of sexually assaulting three intoxicated men and a teenager in guest houses or staircases, and recording the assaults. The investigation began after a 19-year-old victim reported being assaulted after passing out on the street.
A federal prison's administrative remedy system, designed to address inmate issues, has become a "brick wall" for those seeking help, particularly for medical needs. Data shows a drastic drop in granted grievances, with many rejected for procedural reasons, blocking access to courts and necessary care. Terri Mollica's decade-long struggle for treatment for a uterine fibroid exemplifies these systemic failures.
