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Three Suspects Held in Pattaya Illegal Arms Case
WorldBangkok Post7d ago

Three Suspects Held in Pattaya Illegal Arms Case

Police are expanding their investigation into a suspected illegal arms supply network in Thailand, linked to a Chinese national arrested in Chon Buri. Three suspects, including a Thai navy officer, are now in custody for questioning.

UK Convicts Two Men in Landmark Chinese Spying Case
PoliticsBBCNYTFT+36wapoThe Guardianyle-uutisetnosle-figaroSCMPrzeczpospolitatvn24+28 more10d ago39 sources

UK Convicts Two Men in Landmark Chinese Spying Case

A UK border official and a former Hong Kong police officer have been convicted of assisting a Chinese spy agency in Britain. This marks the first time in British history that individuals have been found guilty of spying for China.

Korat Revokes 50 Fake Birth Registrations in Scandal
PoliticsBangkok Post12d ago

Korat Revokes 50 Fake Birth Registrations in Scandal

Nakhon Ratchasima authorities have revoked 50 fake birth registrations as part of a crackdown on a scandal involving Thai civil servants and Chinese nationals, according to the Department of Provincial Administration.

Trump Informs Congress Iran Hostilities Ended, Considers Options
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Trump Informs Congress Iran Hostilities Ended, Considers Options

President Trump notified the U.S. Congress that military hostilities with Iran had ceased, asserting that no further approval was required regarding the conflict. He also mentioned having options against Iran and expressed dissatisfaction with a new Iranian proposal.

US Justice Dept to Probe Handling of Epstein Files Release
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US Justice Dept to Probe Handling of Epstein Files Release

The US Justice Department's internal watchdog will investigate the department's handling of the recently unsealed Jeffrey Epstein court documents. This probe follows public scrutiny and growing fallout over the disclosure of names linked to the disgraced financier.

Malaysia's King to Appoint New Anti-Graft Chief
PoliticsbloombergSCMPstraits-times+5channel-news-asiabalkan-webBangkok Postmalay-mailstar-malaysia24d ago8 sources

Malaysia's King to Appoint New Anti-Graft Chief

Malaysia's King has announced he will personally select the new head of the anti-graft agency, urging against the politicization of the appointment. This decision was reported alongside various other domestic news items, including crime, economic, and health updates.

New York Sues Coinbase, Gemini Over Prediction Markets
PoliticsAPwsjFox News+14cbccnbcfazSCMPsvenska-dagbladetder-standardtvn24vg+6 more26d ago17 sources

New York Sues Coinbase, Gemini Over Prediction Markets

New York has filed lawsuits against cryptocurrency exchanges Coinbase and Gemini, seeking to halt their prediction market businesses. The state alleges that these operations are unlicensed and constitute illegal gambling.

International Police Operations Lead to Major Drug and Weapons Seizures
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International Police Operations Lead to Major Drug and Weapons Seizures

Police forces across multiple countries, including the Philippines, Greece, Denmark, Serbia, and Lithuania, conducted various operations resulting in significant seizures of illegal drugs like shabu, marijuana, and cocaine, as well as weapons arsenals. These operations led to numerous arrests, including Chinese nationals and an alleged Albanian drug boss.

Chinese Gang Arrested for Staged Kidnapping in Thailand
Bangkok Post1mo ago

Chinese Gang Arrested for Staged Kidnapping in Thailand

Thai police have arrested four Chinese nationals, including the boyfriend of a 19-year-old woman, for allegedly staging her kidnapping to extort ransom money from her father. The boyfriend was also wanted for an online scam in China.

Seven Arrested in Ghana Illegal Mining Raid
Politicsmyjoyonline1mo ago

Seven Arrested in Ghana Illegal Mining Raid

The National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations Secretariat (NAIMOS) arrested seven individuals, including four Chinese nationals and three Ghanaians, during an operation targeting illegal mining activities along the Boin River in Ghana's Aowin District.

Chinese National Alleges Police Violence at Paris Precinct
Politicsle-monde1mo ago

Chinese National Alleges Police Violence at Paris Precinct

A Chinese national has filed a complaint alleging abuse while in police custody at a Paris precinct, which has a history of similar incidents and where two officers were previously convicted in 2024. An investigation into the new complaint has been launched.

Chinese Politburo Member Ma Xingrui Under Anti-Graft Investigation
WorldAPReutersbloomberg+28wsjNPRaftonbladetle-figaroSCMPNHK Worldrzeczpospolitan1-serbia+20 more1mo ago31 sources

Chinese Politburo Member Ma Xingrui Under Anti-Graft Investigation

Ma Xingrui, a member of China's Politburo, is under disciplinary review and supervisory investigation by the Central Commission for Discipline Inspection for alleged "serious violations of the law," making him the third elite party member investigated during the current term.

PH, China Hold Initial Exchanges on South China Sea Energy Cooperation
Politicsdr-dkSCMPnikkei-asia+11la-vanguardiastraits-timesjapan-timeschannel-news-asiaJakarta PostRapplerinquirerchina-daily+3 more1mo ago14 sources

PH, China Hold Initial Exchanges on South China Sea Energy Cooperation

Representatives from the Philippines and China have held initial exchanges in Quanzhou on bilateral issues, including maritime concerns and South China Sea energy cooperation, ahead of a foreign ministers' meeting.

Bus plunges off Nepal mountain highway: 17 dead, Chinese national missing
WorldSCMP2mo ago

Bus plunges off Nepal mountain highway: 17 dead, Chinese national missing

A packed bus on its way to Nepal’s capital drove off a mountain highway in Nepal early Monday, killing 17 people and leaving another 24 wounded. One Chinese national remains missing and another is being treated at a local hospital, the Chinese embassy in Nepal confirmed according to Xinhua. There were dozens of people on board the bus, which was heading from the resort city of Pokhara to Kathmandu when it drove off the Prithvi highway after midnight, police said. The bus rolled down a mountai...

China’s first man in space Yang Liwei officially retires from active duty
ScienceSCMP3mo ago

China’s first man in space Yang Liwei officially retires from active duty

China’s first man in space, Yang Liwei, has officially retired from active duty, but he has not stopped training and remains ready to don a spacesuit again if needed. He said in a CCTV interview on Saturday that the country’s first group of astronauts had been grounded in October according to regulations, but “if our motherland needs us, we can resume flights”. Yang, now a deputy chief designer for China’s crewed space programme, was the first Chinese national to reach Earth’s orbit in 2003. On...

Norway Arrests Chinese National on Espionage Charges
Politicsdr-dknrkruv+7aftonbladetle-figaroSCMPvgmorgunbladidhotnewsstraits-times7h ago10 sources

Norway Arrests Chinese National on Espionage Charges

Norwegian authorities have arrested a Chinese national on suspicion of attempted espionage. This marks the second such arrest in Norway within a short period, according to the internal security service.

Sri Lanka Arrests Chinese Nationals in Cyber Scam Crackdown
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Sri Lanka Arrests Chinese Nationals in Cyber Scam Crackdown

Sri Lankan police arrested 37 Chinese nationals at a suspected cyber scam center, with reports indicating over 130 foreign nationals were detained in connection with fraud operations. The arrests highlight ongoing efforts to combat international cybercrime within the country.

Cross River State Denies Reports of New COVID-19 Case
HealthPremium Timespunch-ngvanguard-ng24d ago3 sources

Cross River State Denies Reports of New COVID-19 Case

Cross River State officials have vehemently denied media reports claiming a new COVID-19 case involving a Chinese national within the state. This denial comes as Nigerian lawmakers considered probing the initial unconfirmed report.

German Police Uncover Chinese Prostitution Ring
le-figaro1mo ago

German Police Uncover Chinese Prostitution Ring

German authorities have uncovered a prostitution network suspected of bringing dozens of Chinese women into the country without permits. Two Chinese nationals are believed to be leading the operation, which used phone operators in China for bookings.

Separate Human Trafficking Operations Uncovered in Europe
Worldder-standardiefimerida1mo ago2 sources

Separate Human Trafficking Operations Uncovered in Europe

Authorities in Europe have uncovered two distinct human trafficking operations. One involved a father and son in Austria, while another centered on a Chinese woman running a large forgery ring in Greece to traffic Chinese nationals across the continent.

IMF Cuts Global Growth Forecast, Warns of Recession Risk Amid Mideast War
CultureAPReutersBBC+133bloombergNYTwsjFTle-mondewapoThe GuardianNPR+125 more1mo ago136 sources

IMF Cuts Global Growth Forecast, Warns of Recession Risk Amid Mideast War

The International Monetary Fund has lowered its global growth forecast and issued a warning about a potential worldwide recession. This outlook is largely attributed to the escalating conflict in the Middle East and its impact on energy markets.

Lavrov Reiterates Accusation: US Seeks Control Over Nord Stream Pipelines
WorldReutersBBCbloomberg+58wsjwapoCNNyle-uutisethelsingin-sanomatfazle-figaroSCMP+50 more1mo ago61 sources

Lavrov Reiterates Accusation: US Seeks Control Over Nord Stream Pipelines

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has reiterated his accusation that the United States is attempting to gain control over the Nord Stream pipelines, which were damaged in 2022, in order to dominate global energy markets and further escalate geopolitical tensions.

Pakistan Confirms Mediation in US-Iran Talks, Prevented Targeting of Iranian Officials
PoliticsReutersbloombergFT+37The GuardiancbctagesschaufazSCMPFrance 24irozhlasrzeczpospolita+29 more1mo ago40 sources

Pakistan Confirms Mediation in US-Iran Talks, Prevented Targeting of Iranian Officials

Pakistan's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar confirmed that US-Iran 'indirect talks' are taking place through messages relayed by Pakistan, with Pakistan successfully intervening to prevent Israel from targeting senior Iranian officials Abbas Aragchi and Mohammad Bagher Qalibaf.

Watch: US, Israel launch attacks on Iran and Tehran retaliates
WorldAPBusiness Insiderstraits-times+5gulf-newsglobal-timessaudi-gazettegraphic-ghanaTehran Times2mo ago8 sources

Watch: US, Israel launch attacks on Iran and Tehran retaliates

Explosions were heard in Tehran on Saturday, Feb. 28, as the US and Israel launched a "preemptive" strike against Iran. Iranian forces say they struck a US naval base in Bahrain, as the country…

Chinese tourists escaping cold flock to Malaysia for Lunar New Year festivities
CultureSCMP2mo ago

Chinese tourists escaping cold flock to Malaysia for Lunar New Year festivities

More people in China are choosing to stay away from their villages and families during Lunar New Year, according to Chinese national and businessman Xue Gang, 44. “Our parents do not mind, and even my parents are currently travelling around China. “Maybe next year I will bring them to Penang to witness the celebrations here,” he said. Xue, who was in Malaysia’s Penang state with his wife, daughter and friends, said festive performances were no longer common to enjoy back home. “If we want to...

Police Expand Probe into Pattaya Weapons Cache
WorldBangkok Post7d ago

Police Expand Probe into Pattaya Weapons Cache

Police are expanding an investigation into a suspected illegal arms network linked to a Chinese national arrested in Pattaya, with three suspects, including a navy officer, now in custody.

Chinese Woman Arrested in Norway on Espionage Charges
Worlddr-dknrkSCMP+5vgmorgunbladiddelfi-ltdagbladetndtv10d ago8 sources

Chinese Woman Arrested in Norway on Espionage Charges

Norwegian police have arrested a Chinese national on suspicion of espionage, specifically for her alleged involvement in attempting to gather satellite data. The arrest was made by Norway's Police Security Service (PST).

WorldAPbloombergstraits-times23d ago3 sources

US Charges Two Chinese Nationals Over Myanmar Crypto Scam

The United States has charged two Chinese nationals with managing a large-scale cryptocurrency scam operation based in Myanmar. The individuals are accused of running a cyber-scam compound involved in illicit financial activities.

Nigeria Addresses Political Plots, Economic Challenges, and Security Incidents
WorldAPBBCNYT+21The GuardianAl Jazeerayle-uutisethelsingin-sanomataftonbladetDWle-figaroFrance 24+13 more26d ago24 sources

Nigeria Addresses Political Plots, Economic Challenges, and Security Incidents

Nigeria is grappling with a range of issues, including charges related to an alleged plot to overthrow President Tinubu, ongoing political maneuvering for future elections, and efforts to address economic challenges and security incidents.

Chinese National Arrested for Photographing US 'Doomsday' Plane
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Chinese National Arrested for Photographing US 'Doomsday' Plane

A 21-year-old Chinese national, Tianrui Liang, was arrested at JFK Airport on charges of allegedly photographing a US military 'doomsday' plane without permission at a Nebraska air base. The arrest followed an investigation into the unauthorized photography of sensitive aircraft.

Chinese Man Sentenced for Ant Smuggling in Kenya
Worldrzeczpospolita1mo ago

Chinese Man Sentenced for Ant Smuggling in Kenya

A Kenyan court has sentenced a Chinese national to a fine of 1 million Kenyan shillings (approximately $7,700 USD) and 12 months in prison for attempting to smuggle live ants out of the country.

Sri Lanka Arrests Nine Chinese Over Alleged Cyberscam Gear
Technologystraits-timeschannel-news-asiahk-free-press1mo ago3 sources

Sri Lanka Arrests Nine Chinese Over Alleged Cyberscam Gear

Sri Lankan authorities have arrested nine Chinese nationals in connection with an alleged attempt to smuggle cyberscam equipment into the country. The arrests highlight ongoing efforts to combat cybercrime in the region.

Chinese National Jailed for Smuggling Ants from Kenya
PoliticsBBCThe GuardianCNN+9dr-dkn1-serbiastraits-timesklix-bahk-free-pressDaily Nationstandard-kenyastar-kenya+1 more1mo ago12 sources

Chinese National Jailed for Smuggling Ants from Kenya

A Chinese national has been sentenced to one year in prison and fined for attempting to smuggle over 2,000 live ants out of Kenya.

EFCC Arraigns Chinese National for Fraud
PoliticsPremium Times2mo ago

EFCC Arraigns Chinese National for Fraud

Nigeria's Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arraigned a Chinese national for allegedly inducing someone to open a bank account for fraudulent purposes.

China evacuates hundreds of citizens from Iran as war worsens
WorldSCMP2mo ago

China evacuates hundreds of citizens from Iran as war worsens

Beijing says more than 470 Chinese nationals have been safely evacuated from Iran as the conflict with the US and Israel escalates. The Chinese embassy is helping citizens leave via designated land routes and border crossings. Meanwhile, Chinese officials are urging all remaining citizens in Iran to step up safety precautions, register with the embassy and leave the country “as soon as possible”.

Chinese Spying Operations in Philippines Addressed
WorldRappler2mo ago

Chinese Spying Operations in Philippines Addressed

The National Security Council confirms that Chinese nationals were recruiting Filipinos in government to access top defense and security information, and these operations have been 'addressed and terminated'.

WorldNHK World2mo ago

Chinese National Re-arrested for TOEIC Proxy Exam Scheme

A Chinese graduate student, previously arrested for taking TOEIC exams under false names, has been re-arrested for allegedly impersonating another Chinese national in a proxy exam, with police suspecting a larger group cheating scheme using miniature microphones.