China, Philippines trade accusations over collision in South China Sea October 21, 2023 at 10:58PM

China and the Philippines are involved in a dispute over a collision in the South China Sea, where Chinese vessels blocked a Philippine boat supplying forces. The incident occurred near the disputed Second Thomas Shoal, where the Philippines has been sending supplies to troops stationed on a World War Two-era transport ship. The Philippines condemned China's "dangerous blocking maneuvers," while the United States expressed support for the Philippines. The Permanent Court of Arbitration ruled in 2016 that China's claims have no legal basis.

Gaza aid convoy 'must not be the last': UN humanitarian chief October 20, 2023 at 10:51PM

The UN humanitarian chief expressed hope that the initial aid convoy entering Gaza from Egypt "must not be the last"as trucks loaded with humanitarian aid entered the war-torn and besieged Gaza Strip on Saturday through the Rafah border crossing with Egypt supplies entered the war-torn enclave. "I am confident that this delivery will be the start of a sustainable effort to provide essential supplies... to the people of Gaza," said Martin Griffiths. "This first convoy must not be the last," he warned.

Chinese consulate attacker in US was armed with knife, crossbow October 20, 2023 at 12:09AM

A man armed with a knife and crossbow drove his car into the Chinese consulate in San Francisco before being shot and killed by police. The incident was captured on police bodycam footage, which shows the assailant slashing at an officer with a knife before being shot. The man, identified as 31-year-old Zhanyuan Yang, was taken to the hospital where he later died. The motive for the attack is still under investigation. The United States has condemned the violence and promised to cooperate with China. Violence against diplomatic missions is rare in the US.

Pakistan Election Commission issues production order for Imran Khan in contempt cases October 19, 2023 at 10:48PM

The Election Commission of Pakistan has issued production orders for imprisoned PTI chairman Imran Khan in contempt cases. The hearing has been scheduled for October 24. Imran Khan's lawyer had stated that he could not attend the cases without a production order. The bench has directed the Superintendent of Adyala Jail, Rawalpindi, to make arrangements for Imran Khan's appearance.