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07/24/2025

An Antonov An-24 aircraft carrying approximately 50 people has gone missing in Russia’s eastern Amur region, according to official reports. Air traffic control lost contact with the plane earlier today, raising fears of a possible crash. Authorities are conducting an emergency search and rescue operation. More updates to follow as the situation develops.

07/24/2025

The last connection was made with the plane in the eastern Amur region, reported by Reuters citing Interfax and Shot, two regional news outlets.

the last connection was made with the plane in the eastern Amur region, reported by Reuters citing Interfax and Shot, two regional news outlets.

07/24/2025

Japanese PM Shigeru Ishiba has denied reports of his resignation, following his party’s major election setback.
Despite losing majority control in the upper house, Ishiba says he remains focused on implementing a key trade deal with the U.S., covering over 4,000 goods critical to Japan's industries.

He emphasized the need for political stability and reaffirmed his leadership amid mounting pressure to step down.

07/23/2025

President Trump is leveraging trade talks to shield U.S. tech firms from foreign taxes and regulations.

The administration is using the threat of tariffs and access to the U.S. market as bargaining chips to stop global partners from imposing new levies on American internet companies.

With an Aug. 1 deadline looming for higher tariffs, tensions are rising—especially after Trump abruptly ended talks with Canada over proposed digital taxes.

07/23/2025

Russia kicks off "July Storm" naval drills with over 150 warships, 15,000 personnel, and 120+ aircraft across the Pacific, Arctic, Baltic, and Caspian Seas from July 23–27.

The drills aim to test fleet readiness, long-range strike capability, and defense against drones and unmanned systems, the Defense Ministry said.

Led by Admiral Alexander Moiseev, the exercises underscore Moscow’s military ambitions despite recent naval setbacks in the Ukraine conflict.

07/23/2025

China has strongly criticized the US decision to withdraw from UNESCO, calling it “irresponsible” and unworthy of a major global power.

Beijing says it "regrets" Washington’s move and reaffirmed its own support for the UN cultural and education agency.

The US cited misalignment with its “America First” policy and UNESCO’s admission of Palestine as reasons for the withdrawal.

07/23/2025

Did You Know? 🌴
The Caribbean is made up of over 7,000 islands, yet less than 100 are inhabited. That’s right—thousands of islands remain untouched by human life, holding ecological, historical, and geographical significance.

These uninhabited islands are often protected for conservation, while others remain unexplored due to their size, accessibility, or environmental conditions.

🔗 Learn more about the Caribbean’s hidden gems, conservation efforts, and why most of these islands remain uninhabited at associatestimes.com.

07/23/2025

Announced by PM Drew last year, the EC$50 million project aims to produce two million gallons of clean water each day.

Hon. Dr. Terrance Drew St.Kitts and Nevis Information Service - SKNIS

Announced by PM Drew last year, the EC$50 million project aims to produce two million gallons of clean water each day.

07/23/2025

Belize: Man remanded to prison for assaulting 9-year-old for $1

The minor filed the report on July 5th, alleging sexual assault.

07/23/2025

Read here-https://associatestimes.com/news/belize-man-remanded-to-prison-for-assaulting-9-year-old-for-10

07/23/2025

Read here- https://associatestimes.com/news/lance-gross-returns-to-saint-lucia-for-carnival-2025

07/23/2025

Read here- https://associatestimes.com/news/guyana-teen-girl-shot-after-birthday-party-in-east-ruimveldt-hospitalised