World Vibe Check
This country suspends its participation in New Start, a 2010 strategic offensive arms treaty the country had with the US. This treaty capped strategic nuclear assets at 1,550 deployed warheads and 700 deployed missiles and heavy bombers.
Where is Russia?
China's foreign minister visits with this president confirming the continued partnership between the two nations despite the claims of neutrality in regards to this president's invasion turned war.
Who is Vladimir Putin?
This country was hit last week with Cyclone Gabrielle, which the prime minister has called the worst storm to hit the country this century. The country has reported 11 deaths so far and reports more than 5,600 people still uncontactable across the country.
Where is New Zealand?
The world's likely first version of this household bathroom appliance, dating back over 2,400 years, was discovered in China's Shaanxi province last summer, just being revealed to the public this year.
What is the flush toilet?
1.) A bus crash in this country kills at least 39 migrants after trekking for days through the country’s southern jungles on the way towards a migrant reception centre.
2.) A video of three reticulated pythons falling through the ceiling of a home in this country as the residents panic went viral this week as the internet contemplates how they would react in that situation.
What is PanaMalaysia?
This country's president accuses Russia of plotting to overthrow its pro-EU government. The plans had been intercepted by the Ukrainian government who turned over all information to EU officials.
Where is Moldova?
Governor of China’s Xinjiang region cancels visit to this country after facing backlash over alleged human rights abuses against Uyghur Muslims in the region, including the mass use of forced labour in internment camps.
Where is the United Kingdom?
Protests have broken out acrossed this country with rioters attacking bank ATMs and blocking roads in three cities as anger spilled on the streets over a scarcity of cash, just days before the country’s general election.
Where is Nigeria?
The president of this country has summoned the Chinese ambassador after a Chinese coastguard ship directed a "military-grade laser light" at one of the country's ships. This comes as the president expresses concerns over the “increasing frequency and intensity of actions” by China against the country's vessels.
Where is the Philippines?
Activists in this country are calling for the clearer guidance and enforcement to stop the use of humiliating punishment haircuts in schools, after a teacher was accused of cutting the hair of at least 100 students as they sat in rows on the floor.
Where is Thailand?
China has closed down the consular section of its embassy in this country due to "technical issues", days after advising Chinese citizens in this country to be cautious due to the deteriorating security situation.
Where is Pakistan?