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Kambo: What is the frog poison ‘spiritual ritual’ killing detoxers?
Indigenous groups have warned against the use of kambo by non-specialist practitioners.
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How Indian PM Modi’s efforts to isolate Pakistan ‘backfired’
Pakistan finds itself in a diplomatic sweet spot, wooed by Trump and China. Indian missteps are to blame, say analysts
‘Don’t believe in paying athletes’: IOC’s Coventry stirs social media storm
Olympians slam the IOC chief and Zimbabwe’s former medallist for saying athletes should not be paid at the Games.
China’s secret weapon in AI race with US? Lots of cheap energy
China’s abundant supply of cheap electricity is a key advantage in the rollout of data centres needed to run AI models.
Australia charges alleged ISIL-linked woman after return from Syria
Case follows repatriation of women and children held for years in Syrian camps without trial.
Rescue teams find five of seven trapped in Laos cave
Seven Lao nationals entered the cave in Xaisomboun province last week before a landslide blocked their exit.
Taiwan’s economy is booming thanks to AI. Not everyone sees the benefits
Taiwan is experiencing explosive GDP growth due to chip exports, but some Taiwanese feel left out.
China’s EV exports surge 40 percent in April
Asia bought the most Chinese EVs of any region, followed by Europe and Latin America, data compiled by Bloomberg shows.
Group of women and children with alleged ISIL ties returns to Australia
Australian Federal Police have not made any arrests but say inquiries are ongoing.
Pakistan and China reach ‘new broad consensus’ on boosting ties
A joint statement says the countries aim to boost the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor and develop Gwadar port.
Philippines ends rescue efforts for 16 missing after building collapse
Recovery efforts begin after building collapse in city of Angeles, near Manila, kills at least four people.
