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President or Congress? Who in the US has the power to declare war?
US presidents have long bypassed Congress’s authority and dissenting lawmakers have often tried to fight back.
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Meet the US’s drug running friends: A history of narcotics involvement
Trump claims to be cracking down on drug gangs in Venezuela but pardoned a Honduran drug lord serving time in the US.
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From: NewsFeed
Severe flooding in Thailand as recovery begins in Vietnam
Heavy rain has caused severe flooding across southern Thailand, where evacuations have begun in high-risk areas.
Published On 24 Nov 2025
Deadly floods and landslides continue to plague Southeast Asia
More rainfall is expected in the region over the coming days as thousands lose homes and crops.
Death toll from Vietnam floods rises to 90, several still missing
Vietnamese government estimates economic losses of $343m across five provinces due to the floods.
At least 41 dead as heavy rain, flooding and landslides hit central Vietnam
Forecasters warn more flooding, landslides expected as tens of thousands of people are evacuated from their homes.
From: NewsFeed
Floodwaters sweep away bridge in Vietnam
A surge of flooding is overwhelming parts of south-central Vietnam, with a bridge connecting two villages falling apart.
Published On 20 Nov 2025
Landslides kill dozens as heavy rains lash Southeast Asia
Scientists warn climate change making Southeast Asia’s rainy season increasingly hazardous.
From: NewsFeed
Deadly typhoon causes destruction in Vietnam
At least five people have been killed after Typhoon Kalmaegi hit central and highland provinces in Vietnam.
Published On 8 Nov 2025
Philippines braces for Typhoon Fung-wong after earlier storm kills over 200
Deadly Typhoon Kalmaegi devastates the Philippines and Vietnam, with survivors now bracing for another storm.
At least 5 killed as Typhoon Kalmaegi slams into Vietnam
Vietnamese state media report extensive damage in central provinces and power outages for 1.2 million people.
