South Korean container vessel has embarked on a pioneering journey from Busan to Europe, marking the nation’s first commercial container transit through the Arctic during a trial voyage. On August 22, PanStar Acro set sail from Busan New Port with an expected 45-day round trip. The ship, with a capacity of 2,758 TEU, is scheduled to traverse the Northern Sea Route before reaching European ports.
Nearly 22,000 Pakistanis were deported from Gulf countries between March 1 and July 13, 2026 for violations such as overstaying visas, illegal entries, drug offenses, forged documents, and organized begging. Saudi Arabia expelled the most individuals, with 15,500 Pakistanis deported, followed by the UAE (3,803), Oman (1,606), Bahrain (521), Qatar (429), and Kuwait (97). Efforts to crack down on immigration controls and visa authenticity have intensified, with increased security measures at airports and a focus on preventing misuse of visas for illegal activities.
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An earthquake measuring 6.1 in magnitude struck offshore near Indonesia’s North Sumatra province on Tuesday, causing tremors felt across various regions of Sumatra. The seismic event took place at 1:02:23 p.m. western Indonesian time, which corresponds to 06:02:23 UTC. Its epicenter was located approximately 147 kilometers southeast of South Nias Regency. Officials reported the quake occurred at a depth of 29 kilometers beneath waters off the west coast of Sumatra.Indonesia’s South Nias earthquake prompts monitoring after tremors spread across Sumatra.
Technology
Japan successfully conducted the launch of its H3 rocket, delivering the Michibiki No. 7 navigation satellite into orbit. Michibiki No. 7, also known as QZS-7, is now part of Japan’s Quasi-Zenith Satellite System, enhancing accuracy in positioning, navigation, and timing services. Japan began offering operational QZSS services in November 2018, covering Japan and the broader Asia-Oceania region. The achievement of this flight follows the loss of Michibiki No. 5 during H3 Flight No. 8 in December 2025, with the rocket’s second-stage engine shutdown. JAXA conducted an investigation before resuming H3 launches with successful missions.
Automotive
The 2027 Mercedes-Benz S-Class adds an illuminated grille, optional lit hood star, and DIGITAL LIGHT headlamps, pairing new styling cues with flagship cabin tech and comfort features.
Tesla’s China-made EV sales rose 9.9% in November 2025, reaching 86,700 units, signaling a strong recovery for the automaker in the world’s largest EV market.
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