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  • A US foreign policy think tank is proposing a major shift in America's military strategy in Asia that would put Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands, and other Pacific islands at the centre of Washington's regional military posture, suggesting the US move much of its military presence away from the "first island chain", including Japan, Taiwan, South Korea, and the Philippines, and concentrate more

    Source: US think tank proposes military shift to Guam, CNMI and Pacific Islands (RNZ)

  • Delegations from major economies, including China, India, Japan and Germany, will attend G20 energy talks in Houston as the United States begins G20 meetings in Houston on Monday promoting “energy abundance,” as President Donald Trump’s war against Iran disrupts global fuel markets

    Source: US hosts G20 energy talks in Texas as Iran war disrupts global fuel markets (France 24)

Written by llama at 2026-09-15 07:34 UTC. Each bullet restates one of the articles below and links to it; bullets that did not cite a real article were discarded.

Every story

  1. Scientists stunned as volcano cloud starts destroying methane

    The Hunga Tonga eruption may have triggered a surprising chemical reaction that destroyed some of the methane released into the atmosphere. Scientists say the discovery could reshape estimates of…

  2. Smelling chocolate helped men complete more reps without feeling more tired

    Simply smelling chocolate helped men complete more leg extension repetitions without making the workout feel harder, with dark chocolate producing the strongest effect. The researchers think familiar…

  3. China tightens travel restrictions for citizens

    Observers say the new rules will further tighten the Chinese government's control over its citizens.

  4. Plague was killing entire families thousands of years before the Black Death

    Ancient DNA reveals that plague was already killing hunter-gatherers in Siberia 5,500 years ago, long before cities and flea-driven epidemics. The prehistoric strains may have been especially…

  5. Venezuela to join G20 energy meetings in Texas at US's invitation

    A Venezuelan delegation will join G20 energy talks in Houston this week as soaring oil prices and disruption from the Middle East war put global energy supplies under pressure. The meeting comes as…

  6. Stock futures are little changed as traders eye rising oil prices and rates: Live updates

    The major averages closed lower on Monday as higher bond yields and oil prices kept the market under pressure.

  7. A coral reef thought dead for 60 years is teeming with life

    More than 60 years after surveys suggested a deep coral reef off Benin was probably dead, scientists have found it alive. Cameras revealed healthy-looking coral patches supporting multiple fish…

  8. US think tank proposes military shift to Guam, CNMI and Pacific Islands

    A US foreign policy think tank is proposing a major shift in America's military strategy in Asia that would put at the centre of Washington's regional military posture.

  9. China says AI CEOs' call for a slowdown is 'fear mongering'

    Chinese state media's reports of the daily press conference also noted that all groups should work together for AI openness and inclusivity.

  10. AI stocks slide after major CEOs unite to urge slowdown

    Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei said the industry "must slow the pace at which we improve the capabilities of AI models," amid growing concerns over risks from AI.

  11. Stock futures fall as investors weigh AI safety concerns, oil gains: Live updates

    The three major averages are coming off a losing week.

  12. US hosts G20 energy talks in Texas as Iran war disrupts global fuel markets

    The United States begins G20 meetings in Houston on Monday promoting “energy abundance,” as President Donald Trump’s war against Iran disrupts global fuel markets. Delegations from major economies…

  13. 'Culture shift' needed in how UK does business, PM urges

    Burnham has said those who take risks should be backed by government, but his government has been criticised for increasing business costs.

  14. India win Women’s Asia Cup but do not accept trophy

    India were not present at the trophy ceremony, which was led by Pakistani Interior Minister and ACC President Naqvi.

  15. A brief history of collage from 12th century Japan to Sydney today – and your own kitchen table

    Collage is ancient, with roots going back to the invention of paper in East Asia. In 12th century Japan, paper was used for calligraphy, and artists pasted different papers, fabrics and torn elements…

  16. As Japan’s yen peaks, is the era of budget-friendly trips coming to an end for Australian travellers?

    The currency has now reached its highest level against the US and Australian dollars in six months Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast In the unpredictable world of global…

  17. Wisconsin Congressman suffers minor injury after lake emergency landing

    The congressman thanked the pilot and first responders for coming to their aid, and expressed his gratitude at only having sustained minor injuries.

  18. Game time after injury hiccups: Full-strength India take on Afghanistan in 1st T20I

    Shreyas Iyer is set to captain India's full-strength T20I team against Afghanistan, marking the return of pace ace Jasprit Bumrah after a lengthy injury break. This series acts as crucial preparation…

  19. Asia Intelligence Brief — Saturday, September 12, 2026

    Rio Times · Asia Intelligence Brief September 12, 2026 Asia Intelligence Brief — Saturday, September 12, 2026 Asia Intelligence Brief — Saturday, September 12, 2026 Key Facts The new front. The US…

  20. French Rafale jets take flight for 40,000-kilometre mission over three-continents

    Four French Rafale fighter jets have embarked on a 40-day mission spanning three continents, highlighting France’s ability to deploy its air power around the world while strengthening cooperation with…

  21. Construction robots are tackling America's housing shortage, but we're a long way from humanoid homebuilders

    America's housing market is short inventory and workers, pressuring home affordability. Constructions robots are reality, but to date not humanoid homebuilders.

  22. China’s Air Force One: Inside Xi Jinping’s Boeing 747-8 Presidential Jet

    China's presidential transport utilizes a specially converted Boeing 747-8I aircraft. This aircraft is branded with Air China and carries specific registration details. Several other nations also…

  23. Why officials are 'reasonably confident' of avoiding fuel supply shocks

    MBIE’s Iain Cossar explains why that’s the case, given the country is "probably one of the most exposed to a Hormuz closure".

  24. North Korea fires ballistic missiles after condemning military drill as threat

    North Korea launched ballistic missiles toward the sea Saturday, a day after the U.S., South Korea and Japan completed a trilateral military drill in response to North Korean nuclear threats. The…

  25. North Korea fires ballistic missiles off eastern coast, Seoul says

    South Korea said it was closely exchanging information on the launches with the US and Japan.

  26. North Korea launches missile salvo after US-South Korea-Japan drills

    North Korea fired several short-range ballistic missiles ⁠from the Wonsan area towards the sea off its east coast, South Korea’s Joint Chiefs of Staff (JCS) said on Saturday. The missiles were…

  27. North Korea Fires Unidentified Projectile Toward Sea Of Japan

    The North fired a barrage of missiles into the sea in August even after an overture from US President Donald Trump, who said he plans to meet this year with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un.

  28. Forget the Fed. The Bank of Japan could deliver next week’s market shock.

    U.S. stock investors should look to the other side of the world for guidance next week.

  29. Japan, India, Ukraine: Why some countries are uneasy about new UN map

    The countries are not opposed to a new map per se; they're testy about the colour shades.

  30. World Athletics Ultimate Championship opens with record $10m prize pot

    The inaugural Ultimate Championship opens with Olympic Games champions competing for a record prize pot of $10m.

  31. Taiwan vice president makes rare Europe visit for conference on democracy

    European Parliament's Pina Picierno says Hsiao's visit 'was kept secret until her arrival to protect her participation'.

  32. Stock futures are little changed as key consumer inflation report looms ahead: Live updates

    The three major averages are heading for a losing week as higher oil prices and a surge in Treasury yields weigh on stocks.

  33. Rugby: Oceania 7s comes to Rotorua

    Rotorua will host the 2026 Oceania Rugby 7s Cup tournament next month.

  34. Bumrah fit, Harshit Rana out: BCCI fires physio ahead of Afghanistan T20Is

    After months of rehab at the Centre of Excellence (CoE), Jasprit Bumrah and Nitish Kumar Reddy were declared fit to join the team which will fly to Japan for the Asian Games two days after the series…

  35. Japan’s Sapporo Snow Festival rebrands as snowfall dwindles

    Japan’s hugely popular Sapporo Snow Festival is shifting its focus towards protecting the environment and sustainability, with a climate expert warning that global warming and reduced snowfall across…

  36. Japan lowers travel advisory level for Israel after dialogue between Sa'ar, Japanese counterpart

    According to Japanese media, the new designations, which further apply to the West Bank, do not apply to the Israel-Lebanon border area or the Gaza Strip.

  37. Toyohiro Akiyama, Japan’s Chain-Smoking ‘Space Antihero,’ Dies at 84

    A journalist, he was the first Japanese person to enter space, joining a Soviet crew as part of a spectacular $35 million ratings stunt in 1990.

  38. Manchester United beat Sabah 4-0 on Champions League return

    Goals from Matheus Cunha, Bruno Fernandes, Benjamin Sesko and Lisandro Martinez seal a winning UCL return for United.

  39. A Satellite Falling Out of Orbit Embarks on Its Final Mission

    Before reentering our atmosphere, the telescopes onboard NASA’s Neil Gehrels Swift Observatory have been restarted to take their last observations.

  40. South Korean civil society says no to military deployment in Straight of Hormuz

    As the Lee administration said that it would seek public consensus, the anti-war network will continue roaring to stop the country from being dragged into the Iran war.