Huang Chung-wei, son of a former Taiwanese legislator, received 28 months in prison for illegally sending fuel to North Korea. Five accomplices also received prison terms. The court convicted them of loading fuel onto ships in Taiwan and transferring it at sea. They acted in collaboration with Singaporean businessman Kwek Kee Seng, wanted by the US, who remains at large. The court ruled their actions violated Taiwan’s Counter-Terrorism Financing Act and other laws. North Korea Exploits Sea Transfers Amid Sanctions UN sanctions restrict North Korea’s access to fuel due to its nuclear and missile programs. The country relies on secret…
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Rachel Maddow is a freelance journalist based in the USA, with over 20 years of experience covering Politics, World Affairs, Business, Health, Technology, Finance, Lifestyle, and Culture. She earned her degree in Political Science and Journalism from Stanford University. Throughout her career, she has contributed to outlets such as MSNBC, The New York Times, and The Washington Post. Known for her thorough reporting and compelling storytelling, Rachel delivers accurate and timely news that keeps readers informed on both national and global developments.
European leaders gathered at the White House to present a unified stance on Ukraine’s security. They underscored Ukraine’s importance as a continental issue, not only a national one. After discussions, they voiced cautious optimism that US President Donald Trump may gain momentum in ending Russia’s invasion. Leaders from France, Germany, Finland, Italy, the UK, the European Commission, and NATO met with Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. British Prime Minister Keir Starmer described “real progress” and a “real sense of unity.” European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen confirmed that all parties aim to create a “lasting and durable peace.”…
Google and NASA work together on the “Crew Medical Officer Digital Assistant” to address astronaut health concerns during missions to the Moon and Mars. The system allows astronauts and medical teams on Earth to diagnose and treat symptoms instantly. It also supplies flight surgeons, experts in space medicine, with predictive analytics and essential data to guide medical decisions. Google revealed that proof-of-concept testing showed reliable diagnoses based on symptoms, and doctors continue refining the model through trials. The assistant becomes especially crucial when astronauts cannot stay in constant contact with Earth, offering detailed diagnoses and treatment options despite communication delays.…
