Thailand’s Songkhla Floods Claim 55 Lives Amid Ongoing Rescue Efforts
As of Nov. 28, 2025, severe floods in southern Thailand’s Songkhla province have claimed 55 lives, with rescue teams racing to aid affected communities.
Scientists Spot Micro-Lightning on Mars for the First Time
Researchers have for the first time detected “micro-lightning” in Mars’ atmosphere, revealing new insights into Martian weather and electrical activity.
New Peace Talks Face Major Divisions Over Donbas, NATO & Troops
Fresh peace talks between Russia, Ukraine and the US gear up next week, but core issues on Donbas, troop caps and NATO membership keep negotiations hanging in the balance.
Trump Announces Land Crackdown on Venezuela Drug Routes
President Trump says the U.S. will soon launch land operations to halt suspected drug traffickers from Venezuela, adding to recent Caribbean military drills.
Soyuz MS-28 Carries Three Astronauts & AI to the ISS 🚀
Russia’s Soyuz MS-28 launched from Baikonur with two cosmonauts, one NASA astronaut, and a Sberbank AI system. The crew docked at the ISS and kicks off a 242-day mission.
Okinawa’s Long Struggle: From Ryukyu Kingdom to Modern Times
Explore Okinawa’s journey from its Ryukyu roots through war and reversion, revealing how history and military burdens still shape life today.
Taipei Youth Protest Takaichi and Lai Ching-te Remarks
On November 27, 2025, Taipei youth rallied against Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi and Taiwan leader Lai Ching-te, denouncing war rhetoric and calling for domestic focus and regional peace.
Asia News Wrap: The Chinese mainland Launches Shenzhou-22 Spacecraft
Catch up on this week’s top Asia news: the Chinese mainland’s Shenzhou-22 spacecraft launch and more in our Asia News Wrap.
China’s Anger at Takaichi: Historical Roots
Japanese PM Takaichi’s remarks on the Taiwan region sparked protests in the Chinese mainland. Chen Yuan unpacks the historical roots behind the anger.
Premier Li Qiang Pushes Growth, Health Insurance & Reading Reform
Chinese premier Li Qiang chaired a State Council meeting on Nov 27, 2025, to advance high-quality development, medical insurance pooling, nationwide reading & CPA law amendment.