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No Meat And Forced To Sell Belongings: Iranians Face Deepening Economic Crisis

More than three months into Iran's conflict with the United States and Israel, Iranians say they are desperate about meeting basic needs. Some are down to one meal a day, meat is rare, and household appliances are sold off to pay bills. Some Iranians sent messages to RFE/RL's Radio Farda.

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  • Vietnam, China deepen people-to-people friendship, cooperation
    The National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference stands ready to work closely with the Vietnam Fatherland Front in implementing the important common perceptions reached by the two countries’ high-ranking leaders, enhancing exchanges and cooperation, and promoting the building of the China–Vietnam community with a shared future in a deeper and more substantive manner.Vietnamese students in Beijing nurture aspirations to contribute to Vietnam–China friendshipChina,
     

Vietnam, China deepen people-to-people friendship, cooperation

8 June 2026 at 12:37

The National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference stands ready to work closely with the Vietnam Fatherland Front in implementing the important common perceptions reached by the two countries’ high-ranking leaders, enhancing exchanges and cooperation, and promoting the building of the China–Vietnam community with a shared future in a deeper and more substantive manner.

Odesa Prepares Wartime Beaches As Divers Clear Drone Debris

11 June 2026 at 16:47
Ukraine's city of Odesa is welcoming beachgoers for the summer season on its Black Sea coast. Despite the risk of Russian strikes, Odesa's beaches offer a temporary respite to war-weary Ukrainians. On the coast, divers help keep Odesa's waters safe by removing debris from downed Russian drones.

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  • Vietnamese pheasants successfully hatched at Belgian zoo
    The chicks were born at Pairi Daiza’s Oasis greenhouse following a carefully monitored breeding and care programme. According to the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), the Vietnamese pheasant is classified as Critically Endangered and may already be extinct in the wild.Conservation project set to protect endangered elephant herdsCuc Phuong national park targets becoming natural “wildlife gene bank” by 2050Twenty-seven wildlife species recorded in protective forest of My Son S
     

Vietnamese pheasants successfully hatched at Belgian zoo

8 June 2026 at 18:30

The chicks were born at Pairi Daiza’s Oasis greenhouse following a carefully monitored breeding and care programme. According to the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), the Vietnamese pheasant is classified as Critically Endangered and may already be extinct in the wild.

A Kyiv Statue No More: Ukrainians Debate Role Of Russian Author Mikhail Bulgakov

Kyiv Residents have mixed reactions over the removal of a statue of writer Mikhail Bulgakov, author of The Master And Margarita. Born in Kyiv, the novelist penned sharp satires of Soviet society. But Ukrainian officials said Bulgakov also symbolized Russian imperial thinking.

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  • WB plans over 3 bln USD in financing for Philippines
    The multilateral lender is also considering structural reform initiatives as well as projects that could help the Government respond to the economic fallout from the Middle East conflict, particularly among vulnerable sectors.Philippines nears upper-middle-income status: WBWB approves 500 million USD loan to help Philippines cope with disastersWB approves 750 mln USD loan to boost Philippines' digital transformation
     

WB plans over 3 bln USD in financing for Philippines

8 June 2026 at 21:36

The multilateral lender is also considering structural reform initiatives as well as projects that could help the Government respond to the economic fallout from the Middle East conflict, particularly among vulnerable sectors.

Zelenskyy Calls Heavy Ukrainian Drone Strikes On Moscow 'Completely Fair'

In the wake of massive drone strikes on Kyiv, Ukraine launched air attacks on May 17 called the heaviest to hit the Moscow area in over a year. At least four people died, officials said on Sunday, in strikes on the Moscow and Belgorod regions.

From Battlefield To Racecourse: Ukraine’s Drone Pilots Compete Far From The Front Lines

Some 300 Ukrainian drone operators recently took a break from combat to compete in an event called Wild Drones. The competition in the Lviv region gives them a chance to earn bragging rights and give feedback to defense firms behind technology that is being used in the long-running war with Russia.

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  • Vietnamese NA Chairman lauds legislative ties with Cambodia
    The Vietnamese legislature always supports the further deepening of the good neighbourliness, traditional friendship, comprehensive cooperation, and long-term sustainability between the two countries, said National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man.Cambodia strengthens strategic trust with Vietnam through PM’s official visit: expertsCambodian Prime Minister’s visit to inject fresh momentum into Vietnam-Cambodia tiesCambodian PM’s visit expected to inject new momentum into Vietnam–Cambodia relatio
     

Vietnamese NA Chairman lauds legislative ties with Cambodia

8 June 2026 at 13:43

The Vietnamese legislature always supports the further deepening of the good neighbourliness, traditional friendship, comprehensive cooperation, and long-term sustainability between the two countries, said National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man.

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  • Vietnam demonstrates strong responsibility towards international community
    Party General Secretary and State President To Lam has affirmed Vietnam's demonstration of a strong sense of responsibility to the international community through its commitment to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050.Top leader calls for building ecological civilisation, green Vietnam, and peaceful, sustainable oceanWide range of activities planned for 2026 environment and marine awareness campaignLarge dolphins spotted near shore off Cai Chien Island
     

Vietnam demonstrates strong responsibility towards international community

9 June 2026 at 00:30

Party General Secretary and State President To Lam has affirmed Vietnam's demonstration of a strong sense of responsibility to the international community through its commitment to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050.

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  • Crepe Paper Italian Ruscus Video Workshop Lia Griffith
    Greenery does a lot of quiet work in an arrangement. It often hangs back, offering support and balance without asking for attention. Our Crepe Paper Italian Ruscus Video Workshop, part of the Spring Garden Series, focuses on that essential role—giving you a foliage piece that adds movement and structure to your handmade bouquets. The post Crepe Paper Italian Ruscus Video Workshop appeared first on Lia Griffith.
     

Crepe Paper Italian Ruscus Video Workshop

Greenery does a lot of quiet work in an arrangement. It often hangs back, offering support and balance without asking for attention. Our Crepe Paper Italian Ruscus Video Workshop, part of the Spring Garden Series, focuses on that essential role—giving you a foliage piece that adds movement and structure to your handmade bouquets.

The post Crepe Paper Italian Ruscus Video Workshop appeared first on Lia Griffith.

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  • Senior Party official meets Southeast Asian political party representatives
    Politburo member and Permanent member of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) Central Committee’s Secretariat, Tran Cam Tu, met leaders of political party delegations from Southeast Asian countries in Hanoi on June 8.Senior Party official receives representatives of Southeast Asian political partiesASEAN Future Forum highlights political parties’ role in bringing bloc closer to its people
     

Senior Party official meets Southeast Asian political party representatives

9 June 2026 at 01:30

Politburo member and Permanent member of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) Central Committee’s Secretariat, Tran Cam Tu, met leaders of political party delegations from Southeast Asian countries in Hanoi on June 8.

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