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Is disaster looming? 'New Baba Vanga' warns of boiling seas, sinking cities; panic over July 5 prediction
A manga artist’s prediction of a major disaster in Japan on July 5, 2025, has caused fear among travellers, especially in Asia. Japanese officials urge calm as travel bookings drop sharply following the viral prophecy. Ryo Tatsuki is a Japanese...

12 Motorcycles With CarPlay Or Android Auto
Motorcycles have come a long way from their stripped-down, analog roots. Today's bikes are smarter, safer, and connected. They're equipped with adaptive cruise control, cornering ABS, tire pressure sensors, and ride-by-wire throttles. The tech...

London pre-open: Stocks to fall as Trump tariff saga continues
The FTSE 100 was called to open down around 20 points. US President Donald Trump said on Monday that the new 1 August tariff deadline was "not 100% firm". In addition, investors will also be mulling news that Trump has sent tariff letters to 14...

East China's Zhejiang province raises emergency response level for Typhoon Danas
Hangzhou: East China's Zhejiang Province has elevated its typhoon emergency response to Level III at 10 a.m. Monday, as Typhoon Danas, the fourth typhoon of this year, moves closer. According to the province's meteorological observatory, the...
The end of an era: G. M. Butchery says goodbye to Obz after 48 years
WESLEY FORD|Published 7 minutes ago 3min Marking the end of an era for many long-time customers, the family-owned G.M. Moslem Meat Market in Observatory closed its doors at the end of June, after more than 48 years of serving the community. The...

Filipinos caught in power contest between U.S. and China
MANILA >> Amid increasing hostilities in the South China Sea — a busy waterway through which more than a third of all trade travels — disputed waters around the Philippines are emerging into a potential flashpoint that holds repercussions both...

From “Make Love, Not War” to “Globalize the Intifada”
Neil Rudenstine was born in 1935 and grew up in Danbury, Connecticut. His father was a Ukrainian Jewish immigrant who became a prison guard; his mother was the daughter of Italian immigrants. He attended Princeton, became a scholar of Renaissance...

US Navy Stealth Ship Shows Up on China's Doorstep
The United States stealth destroyer USS Michael Monsoor, which is set to be upgraded with hypersonic missiles, arrived in Japan following China's recent demonstration of naval power. Newsweek has contacted the Chinese Defense Ministry for comment...

10 best summer movies now streaming
The heat is on! And if you're looking to enjoy the summer while staying cozy in an air-conditioned home, we've got you covered. Each week, our New to Streaming guide offers the best (and worst) titles new to streaming platforms like Hulu, Netflix,...

10 books by Wisconsin authors to add to your summer reading list
Wisconsin isn’t just known for its dairy and brewing—it’s also home to a lot of great writers. Add some books by Wisconsin authors to your summer reading list. Maybe you don’t have to do summer reading for school anymore, but that doesn’t mean it...

Lush Landscapes
Botanical gardens do more than just showcase beautiful plants. They also help preserve, study and share the world of flora with the public. Many of these gardens host tours, hands-on workshops and classes that help connect visitors with nature....

Seattle welcomes new U.S. citizens at annual Independence Day ceremony
By James Tabafunda NORTHWEST ASIAN WEEKLY Some of the 501 people who gathered to take the Oath of Allegiance at the 40th annual naturalization ceremony at Fisher Pavilion at Seattle Center on July 4, 2025. (Photo by James Tabafunda) More than 500...

TSMC boom spurs fast-tracked freeway project in north Phoenix
A long-anticipated freeway interchange in north Phoenix is officially moving forward, and leaders say growth tied to the Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company is one reason it’s finally getting built. The system interchange at Loop 303 and...
Futures Drop Ahead Of July 9 Tariff Deadline
US equity futures are weaker with investors on edge about the potential for more tariffs from the Trump administration as we head into the July 9 deadline which appears to have been rolled to Aug 1. As of 8:15am ET, S&P 500 contracts declined 0.2%...

AirAsia PHL says 7-million passenger goal within reach
PHILIPPINE AIRASIA, INC. (AirAsia Philippines) is optimistic about reaching its target of more than seven million passengers by the end of the year, after carrying more than three million passengers in the first half. From January to June, the...

AirAsia scouting for new hubs outside Metro Manila
Passengers disembark from an AirAsia aircraft. AirAsia Philippines is bullish on its growth prospects in 2025. AFP PHOTO/TED ALJIBE (Photo by TED ALJIBE / AFP) MANILA, Philippines – Low-cost carrier AirAsia Philippines is going full steam in...

How the future supply of smart phones rests on a single mine in North Carolina...and why this crater in Devon could one day power Britain's war machine
Take the road north from Plympton in Devon, just outside Plymouth, and after a couple of miles driving past fields and solar panels, you will see what looks like a big, artificial hill rearing up to your right. This mound may not look like much,...

Exploring Asia’s spectacular waterfalls
SINGAPORE, 25 June 2025: Digital travel platform Agoda invites adventurous travellers to explore Asia’s hidden waterfall destinations, perfect for those looking to escape the ordinary. From secluded rainforest cascades to dramatic mountain...

Environmental Impact Assessment: Sustainable agriculture in a post-pandemic world
Examining how ESG initiatives, tariffs and shrinking farmland affect Taiwan’s eco-conscious farmers COVID-19 caused mountains of medical waste. Households under lockdown took to ordering much of what they needed online, a habit that generates vast...

U.S. military's attempt to retain land at Pōhakuloa runs into opposition
A high-altitude plateau on Hawaiʻi Island is the only place in Hawaiʻi where thousands of ground forces can practice firing live munitions. It's also a place many Native Hawaiians consider the spiritual heart of the island. The U.S. military wants...