35 h. ago Myanmar, Thailand earthquake death toll tops 1,000 as search for survivors intensifies

The US, China and Asean have pledged to help Myanmar to deal with the disaster that also left more than 2,000 people injured.

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35 h. ago Myanmar, Thailand earthquake death toll tops 1,600 as search for survivors intensifies

Over 3,400 people have been injured, with deaths and injuries expected to rise significantly amid devastating and widespread damage.

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54 h. ago South Korean mayor sparks outrage by blaming female employees for wildfire woes

Kim Doo-gyeom of Ulsan city cites limitations in fighting the devastating blaze, saying it is not easy to send women into ‘rugged mountain areas’.

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4 d. ago Human error suspected to be behind South Korea’s wildfires as death toll rises

With homes, factories and a 1,300-year-old temple destroyed, investigators suspect tomb clearing or welding may be to blame.

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4 d. ago As South Korea burns, officials suspect human error to blame for wildfires

At least 23 people have died and a 1,300-year-old temple has been destroyed. Investigators say tomb clearing or welding may be the culprit.

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1 week ago US death toll rises to 36 after extreme weather across multiple states

President Trump pledges help to affected states after unusually vicious and damaging weather.

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2 w. ago Chinese local governments turn to DeepSeek AI to identify suspected corruption

Chinese local governments turn to DeepSeek AI to identify suspected corruption  South China Morning Post

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2 w. ago Nearly 3,000 Chinese suspects brought back from Myanmar scam hubs, ministry says

Nearly 3,000 Chinese suspects brought back from Myanmar scam hubs, ministry says  South China Morning Post

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