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Chinese authorities have carried out the execution of 11 individuals convicted for their roles in extensive online scam operations based in northern Myanmar. The executed were members of criminal gangs involved in telecommunications fraud that primarily targeted Chinese citizens, causing significant financial losses.

The operation highlights a severe crackdown on cross-border cyber fraud networks that have proliferated in Southeast Asia. These scam centres, often located in lawless border regions of Myanmar, have been implicated in the trafficking and forced labour of individuals, including Chinese nationals, who are coerced into conducting fraudulent activities. The gangs typically used compounds in northern Myanmar to ...

The expected nomination of Kevin Warsh as the next Federal Reserve Chair by President Donald Trump marks a pivotal moment for US monetary policy. This move represents a direct attempt to influence the central bank's direction, challenging its longstanding independence upheld under outgoing Chair Jerome Powell.

Financial markets reacted swiftly, interpreting Warsh as a credible, market-friendly choice. The US dollar index strengthened, and gold prices fell significantly. This provided crucial, if temporary, support for the dollar, which had been searching for a positive catalyst to halt a recent selloff. Analysts suggest that while this nomination calms immediate fears of a more ...

UK–China relations are once again under scrutiny as Prime Minister Keir Starmer seeks to recalibrate Britain’s foreign policy amid intensifying global uncertainty. Starmer’s recent engagement with Beijing comes at a time when international diplomacy is increasingly shaped by the return of hard-edged great power rivalry and growing concern over the direction of US foreign policy.

Speaking ahead of high-level discussions with Chinese leadership, Starmer framed UK–China diplomacy as a necessary effort to reduce risk rather than deepen dependence. The UK government has emphasised that engagement with China does not signal a departure from its security commitments to allies, but reflects the ...

In a video clip shared on the Prof. Glenn Diesen Clips channel, former U.S. Marine intelligence officer and UN weapons inspector Scott Ritter warned that indicators point to an imminent American military attack on Iran. He cited the movement of a "greater armada" of U.S. naval and air power to the region, disruptions to civilian airspace, and media reports of planned precision strikes against Iranian officials as signs of escalation.

Ritter assessed that while past U.S. administrations have pulled back from the brink, the current military buildup suggests the situation is different. He argued that any U.S. attack, especially a failed ...

In a recent interview on the IranTalks podcast, recorded for Iranian national television, renowned economist and policy expert Professor Jeffrey Sachs provided a stark analysis of the escalating tensions with Iran. He framed the current situation not as spontaneous internal unrest but as a deliberate, long-term campaign by the United States and Israel to achieve regime change in Tehran.

Professor Sachs asserted there is "no doubt" that Israel has pursued this goal for years and that the U.S. has participated in a coordinated effort. He described a strategy of "hybrid warfare" where covert operations, economic pressure, and media narratives are combined ...

The European Union has formally designated Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) as a terrorist organisation. This significant legal and political decision marks a major escalation in the EU's approach to Tehran and immediately drew a sharp response, with Iran warning of "quick retaliation." The move aligns European policy more closely with the United States, which has long classified the IRGC as a terrorist entity.

Analysts view the decision as a direct response to the IRGC's role in regional conflicts and its support for armed proxy groups across the Middle East. For years, Western powers have accused the elite military and ...

The price of Bitcoin fell sharply, declining to its lowest level since the start of 2026 and moving below the $90,000 threshold. The drop reflects a wider recalibration in financial markets as investor sentiment turned cautious.

This decline occurred in a session marked by shifting dynamics for alternative assets. Initial geopolitical concerns had spurred flows into traditional safe-haven assets, briefly lifting the price of gold. Bitcoin, which some market participants view as a digital store of value, often correlates with such moves. However, this momentum faded as gold prices retreated from their session highs, removing a source of support for the

Meta Platforms reported better-than-expected financial results for the fourth quarter of 2025, demonstrating resilience in its core advertising business amid significant strategic investments. The social media giant surpassed Wall Street forecasts for revenue and profit, signalling a recovery in the digital advertising market.

The company’s performance was primarily fueled by robust growth in advertising revenue across its Family of Apps, which includes Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp. This rebound indicates that Meta's core business remains strong and continues to effectively monetise its vast user base. However, these solid results arrive alongside substantial and growing expenditures.

A major focal point for investors is Meta's ...

Microsoft posted a robust performance for the second quarter of its 2026 fiscal year, exceeding analyst expectations and demonstrating the strength of its core cloud and artificial intelligence businesses. The company’s earnings report revealed significant growth, driven by increased enterprise adoption of its AI and cloud services.

A standout segment was Microsoft’s Intelligent Cloud division, home to the Azure platform. Azure revenue showed impressive year-over-year growth, significantly outpacing overall company growth. Analysts and the market view this as a clear indicator that Microsoft’s multi-billion-dollar investments in AI, particularly through its strategic partnership with OpenAI, are translating into substantial commercial success. Enterprises ...

China has confirmed that UK citizens will be able to enter the country visa-free for short-term stays, a move widely seen as a significant shift in China–UK travel policy and a broader signal of improving diplomatic relations. The decision represents one of the most notable changes to travel rules for British nationals in recent years.

Under the updated China visa policy, UK passport holders will be permitted short-term visa-free entry for purposes including business travel and tourism, subject to standard entry requirements such as passport validity and length-of-stay limits. While full operational details — including the exact duration of permitted stays ...