UN has begun conversations with N. Korea about American soldierThe United Nations confirmed it is assisting in the mission to retrieve a U.S. soldier who crossed into North Korea.
At least 15 dead after boat capsizes off Indonesia's coastAuthorities said 33 passengers survived, but the wooden boat was designed to carry just 20 people.
N. Korea silent on apparent detention of US soldier who crossed borderSome believe the nation will use the soldier for "propaganda purposes."
American crossed into North Korea during tour of DMZU.N. officials say an American was likely arrested after crossing the border into North Korea during a tour of the DMZ.
Days of rain in South Korea leaves 40 dead in floods and landslidesAt least 40 people have died, 34 others are injured and more than 10,000 people have had to evacuate from their homes.
Crowds cheer as India launches a lander and rover to explore the moonThe spacecraft is set to embark on a journey lasting slightly over a month before landing on the moon's surface later in August.
Record monsoon rains have killed over 100 people in India this weekThe water level of the Jamuna River flowing through the Indian capital topped a 40-year record.
North Korea launches first ICBM in 3 monthsEarlier this week, North Korea released a series of statements accusing the U.S. of flying a military spy plane close to its soil.
6 people killed in tourist helicopter crash near Mount EverestFive Mexican nationalists and a Nepalese pilot were aboard the sightseeing flight to the world's tallest peak.
Japan gets green light to release water from Fukushima nuclear plantNumerous countries, including China and South Korea, have protested against the release of the wastewater.
US warns Americans of traveling to China due to wrongful detentionsThe U.S. says Americans may be detained without access to U.S. consular services or information about their alleged crimes.
Flooding displaces 10,000 people in China after sweltering heatwaveAround 70 houses collapsed, more than 2,000 were damaged and farm fields were flooded.
Congress leaders probe CIA, State Department on China's Cuba spy baseLetter first obtained by Scripps News: Congress wants William Burns and Antony Blinken to brief them on China's activities in Cuba by July 14.
Indian PM Modi to address Congress, attend White House state dinnerThe deepening relationship between countries is one U.S. leaders view as consequential for the future and "defining."
Gas explosion at restaurant in China kills 31 people, injures 7 othersNine people have been detained by authorities, including the owner of the restaurant and employees.
China calls Biden comments about leader Xi 'absurd and irresponsible'The new clash of words comes just over a day after Secretary of State Antony Blinken concluded a visit to Beijing that sought to break the ice.
US, China remain at odds as Blinken finishes first meetings in BeijingSecretary of State Antony Blinken is the highest-level American official to visit China since President Joe Biden took office.
India, Pakistan brace for massive cyclone to make evening landfallAuthorities warned that the cyclone, classified as a "very severe storm," has the potential to inflict heavy damage once it makes landfall.
Secretary of State Antony Blinken to make high-profile visit to ChinaBlinken will be the most senior Biden administration official to visit China so far.
US confirms China has had a spy base in Cuba since at least 2019The U.S. intelligence community has been aware of China’s effort to set up intelligence-gathering operations around the globe for some time.
Two giant inflatable ducks are floating in a Hong Kong harborThe ducks, which are nearly 60 feet tall, are part of an art exhibit.
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India train crash kills over 280, injures 900 in major rail disasterA railroad ministry spokesperson said one train derailed and then was hit by another train coming from the opposite direction.
North Korea's spy satellite launch fails, plunging rocket into oceanNorth Korea wants to be able to observe joint drills the U.S. holds with South Korea. it plans to attempt a second launch soon.
South Korean arrested for opening plane emergency exit doorDaegu police say they have up to 20 days to investigate him before determining whether to send him to prosecutors for a possible indictment.
China plans to land astronauts on moon before 2030China will also expand its orbiting space station and bring on foreign partners.
Chinese hackers threaten US cybersecurityChinese hackers reportedly tried to disrupt communications between the U.S. and its Five Eyes allies — Canada, New Zealand, Australia and the U.K.
China sentences 78-year-old US citizen to life in prisonDetails of the charges against John Shing-Wan Leung, who also holds permanent residency in Hong Kong, have not been publicly released.
American dies while attempting to climb Mount EverestThe 69-year-old is the fourth climber to die on Mount Everest this year.
Memphis Zoo's giant panda Ya Ya returns home to ShanghaiThe Memphis Zoo just ended its 20-year partnership with the Chinese Association of Zoological Gardens, which loaned pandas Ya Ya and Le Le to the zoo.
Florida Gov. DeSantis in Japan ahead of expected US presidential bidThe overseas trip is seen as a move by DeSantis to strengthen his diplomatic profile ahead of a potential presidential campaign.
