US ability to defeat China in Taiwan threatened, top Indo-Pacific commander warns

Al Ahli secured their first Asian Champions League title by defeating Japan's Kawasaki Frontale 2-0 in Jeddah, having previously been runners-up in 1986 and 2012. Goals from Brazilian Galeno and Ivory Coast captain Franck Kessie in the first half sealed the victory, making Al Ahli only the third Saudi club to win the title. With this win, Roberto Firmino, Edouard Mendy, and Riyad Mahrez became the first players to hold both the Asian and European...

Australian surfer Jack Robinson was unexpectedly eliminated from the Gold Coast Pro after finishing third in his first-round heat, which forced him into the elimination round where he scored only 7.06, falling short against fellow Australians Morgan Cibilic and Julian Wilson. This disappointing result follows Robinson's recent victory at Bells Beach, which had elevated him to third in the world rankings, but he is now likely to drop in standings. In the women's elimination round,...

President Donald Trump conducted an exclusive interview with ABC News, marking the first 100 days of his second term, with anchor Terry Moran. The interview, which aired at 8 p.m. ET and was available for streaming on platforms like Disney+ and Hulu, highlighted Trump's controversial policies, including tariffs, immigration enforcement, and workforce cuts. Trump emphasized the significance of border control and trade reforms, claiming these actions were crucial for reversing years of economic imbalance and...

Summary CNA938’s radio anchor Melanie Oliviero showcased her extensive record collection, which she began curating in 1988, featuring autographed records and rare misprinted vinyls. A devoted fan of the British rock band Oasis, she shared her passion for music and recounted her experiences meeting the band members. Oliviero’s collection reflects her deep love for music and the personal connections she has made through it. Full Article

Singapore’s People’s Action Party (PAP) secured its 16th consecutive election victory, winning 87 out of 97 seats and receiving 66% of the popular vote, reflecting increased voter support amid global trade tensions. Prime Minister Lawrence Wong, who assumed leadership last year, emphasized the results as a signal of stability and confidence for the nation, which is heavily reliant on trade. The opposition Workers’ Party maintained 10 seats and gained two non-constituency seats, with leader Pritam...

Following Qatar's remarks at the ICJ, where it condemned Israel's actions in Gaza, the Israeli Prime Minister's Office (PMO) urged Qatar to take a definitive stance, accusing it of double talk. The PMO emphasized Israel's commitment to a "just war" and criticized Qatar's position as lacking moral responsibility. In response, Qatar rejected the PMO's statements as inflammatory, questioning the portrayal of the conflict and the means of hostage negotiations, while Israel's security cabinet approved...