The UN human rights chief has welcomed a decision by the Inter-American Court of Human Rights affirming that states in the Americas have legal obligations to address the climate crisis. This ruling is hailed as a "landmark step forward for the region -- and beyond," recognizing the human rights dimensions of climate change and encouraging stronger

New Zealand has announced the establishment of its first dedicated air force space unit. This development signals the country's growing engagement in space-related activities, likely focusing on satellite operations, surveillance, and national security interests in the increasingly crowded and strategically important domain of outer space. credi

China, Myanmar, and Thailand have held their second ministerial meeting on combating transnational crime in Nay Pyi Taw. Officials discussed enhancing security and law enforcement cooperation, with particular focus on strategies to combat online scams and online gambling. The tripartite talks aim to strengthen regional efforts against organized cri

Hundreds of workers across various industries in Bekasi regency, West Java, Indonesia, have lost their jobs as two major companies, Sanken and Yamaha, have shut down their plants. This wave of layoffs continues into early July 2025, according to data from the Bekasi Manpower Agency, highlighting economic challenges and job market instability in the

The UN agency for Palestinian refugees (UNRWA) has raised a severe alarm about rising hunger levels in the Gaza Strip. The agency reports that over 714,000 people have been displaced inside Gaza since Israel resumed its assault on March 18, exacerbating the humanitarian crisis and leaving a significant portion of the population facing acute food in