Top News Stories for May 28
Top news stories from America, the Philippines and Asia Pacific
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Experts Warn of Security Risks from Undocumented Communication Devices
Washington, D.C.—U.S. cybersecurity and national security experts have raised alarm over discovering undocumented communication devices embedded in Chinese-manufactured solar power inverters. These devices, which may enable remote control of critical infrastructure, have heightened concerns about potential grid instability and widespread blackouts. Mike Rogers, former director of the U.S. National Security Agency, warned that such vulnerabilities…
Trump’s Role in the India-Pakistan Ceasefire: Mediation or Mere Timing?
In a surprising turn of events, India and Pakistan have agreed to a full and immediate ceasefire following days of escalating military tensions. The announcement came from former U.S. President Donald Trump, who claimed the ceasefire was brokered through U.S.-led mediation. However, the agreement’s details remain contested, with India asserting that the truce was reached…
Pope Leo XIV Becomes First American Pontiff
Vatican City—Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost was elected Pope Leo XIV on Thursday, making history as the first American pope and the 267th leader of the Roman Catholic Church. His election followed Pope Francis’s death on April 21 and a two-day conclave in which 133 cardinals reached the required two-thirds majority. Prevost, born in Chicago in…
Asia-Pacific Faces Rising Cybersecurity Threats
The Asia-Pacific region continues to be the most targeted globally for cyberattacks, with a staggering 51 billion web application attacks recorded in 2024. This marks a 73% year-on-year increase, mainly driven by the rapid adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies, which have expanded the attack surface and increased the sophistication of cyber threats. Key Trends…
Argentina Declassifies Thousands of Documents on Nazi Fugitives
On Monday, Argentina’s National Archives released over 1,850 declassified documents detailing Nazi fugitives and their activities, marking a significant step toward transparency regarding the country’s historical role as a haven for war criminals. The decision to make these records publicly accessible came after President Javier Milei ordered their release last month following a meeting with…
China’s Ambitious Lunar Aspirations: A Nuclear-Powered Moon Base
China is setting its sights on the Moon with an ambitious plan to establish a nuclear-powered base as part of its International Lunar Research Station (ILRS) initiative. This bold move underscores the nation’s determination to become a leading space power by 2030, rivaling other major players in the global space race. The Chang’e-8 Mission: Laying…
The United Kingdom’s Strategic Shift
Prime Minister Keir Starmer has unveiled a comprehensive plan to increase the United Kingdom’s defence spending, aiming to raise it to 2.5% of GDP by 2027, which is .5% more than NATO’s requirement. This policy decision, amounting to an annual boost of £13.4 billion, underscores the government’s commitment to strengthening national security amidst growing global…
New Zealand Raises Concerns Over China’s Live-Fire Military Drills and Grey Zone Tactics
New Zealand’s Foreign Minister Winston Peters met with China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi in Beijing to address concerns over China’s recent live-fire military drills. These exercises, conducted in international waters between New Zealand and Australia, caused significant disruptions as passenger flights were forced to divert mid-flight after Chinese naval vessels issued warnings to pilots. The…
EU’s China Trade Strategy Amid Russia Ties
The European Union (EU) has reiterated that it will not sever economic ties with China as a condition for reaching a trade agreement with the United States under Donald Trump’s administration. This announcement from the European Commission comes amid reports suggesting that the White House has pressured countries to distance themselves from the Chinese economy….
