BTS: V reveals hearing loss battle during livestream
BTS member V disclosed during a livestream that he has been experiencing hearing loss in one ear for approximately two and a half years, with the condition worsening during his military service.
Muratov: Putin can no longer claim victory in Ukraine
Dmitry Muratov, co-founder of Russia’s independent newspaper Novaya Gazeta, states that President Putin can no longer claim victory in Ukraine after nearly five years of conflict that has caused over a million casualties.
Alpine resorts’ snowmaking equipment may be put to work fighting summer forest fires
A Swiss Alpine ski resort plans to repurpose its snowmaking infrastructure to help combat forest fires, using underground water pipes and reservoirs to support firefighting efforts during dry summers.
Key Japan war shrine bans military cosplay ahead of second world war anniversary
Tokyo’s Yasukuni shrine has banned military cosplay on its grounds ahead of the second world war anniversary this weekend, citing concerns about non-affiliated individuals wearing replica uniforms.
Vikram’s viral video with lar gibbon sparks India wildlife investigation
A video of Tamil film star Vikram cuddling an endangered lar gibbon has prompted Indian wildlife officials to investigate how the animal came into contact with the actor and whether possession rules were followed.
Pentagon official and former Aukus sceptic says deal is ‘full steam ahead’, echoing Trump
A top Pentagon official says the Aukus nuclear submarine deal between the US and Australia is proceeding at full pace, reversing his earlier skepticism about the agreement’s viability.