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Protesters in DRC target French, Belgium, Uganda, Kenya, US embassies
Protests broke out over alleged global inaction on the M23 conflict, with Rwanda denying claims of aiding the rebels
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Senate vote on Tulsi Gabbard’s DNI confirmation reportedly to take place in SCIF
Reports suggest the U.S. Senate may hold a secret vote in a SCIF on Tulsi Gabbard’s DNI confirmation.
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Doomsday Clock ticks to 89 seconds: Humanity’s closest brush with catastrophe
The Bulletin, founded in 1947 by Manhattan Project scientists, updates the Doomsday Clock yearly on global threats
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India's Maharashtra considers ban on petrol, diesel vehicles in Mumbai
High Courst directed Maharashtra to form a panel to study the feasibility of phasing out petrol-diesel vehicles
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Romanian helmet, artifacts stolen in Dutch museum heist
The thief stole the helmet and three golden wristbands, which were of immeasurable cultural significance.
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ICC prosecutor moves to issue arrest warrants over Darfur atrocities
The current conflict in Sudan began in April 2023, igniting widespread violence across the country,
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Coca-Cola recalls drinks in several European countries over chlorate concerns
Coca-Cola recalls drinks due to high chlorate levels, though risks to consumers are low.
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US birthright deadline sparks preterm delivery boom among Indian expats
Health professionals urge caution on preterm births, citing the risks to mother and baby’s health.
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Man in US orders drill, receives photo instead
Sylvester Franklin battles AliExpress for a refund after receiving a photo instead of the drill he ordered
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Indiana man pardoned for Jan. 6 role shot during traffic stop after allegedly resisting arrest
Matthew Huttle, pardoned by Trump for his Jan. 6 involvement, fatally shot by police during alleged resistance.
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Mexican cartel, US agents exchange fire amid heightened security at border
US Border Patrol agents and Mexican cartel members exchanged gunfire amid Trump’s border crackdown.
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Trump’s exit from Paris Climate Deal: A devastating blow to the world’s most vulnerable nations
One of the first poor decisions Trump made was pulling the US out of the Paris Climate Agreement
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China’s first corgi police dog loses bonus for workplace misconduct
Fu Zai, or 'Lucky Boy,' was celebrated for his remarkable contributions as an explosives-detection dog in 2024.
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Google Maps to update Gulf of America after Trump's order in the US
Google renames Gulf of Mexico to Gulf of America, restores Mount McKinley per Trump’s orders in America
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Modi, Trump hold first phone call since US presidential inauguration
Indian and US diplomats are trying to arrange a meeting of the two leaders as early as Feb, Reuters reported last week
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Afghans complain of rising food prices
Kabul faces rising food prices as the Afghani weakens against the dollar amid aid cuts.
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India, China agree to resume flights
India, China agree to resume direct flights, signaling thaw in ties after five-year halt.
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Modi says spoke to Trump over phone
Modi and Trump spoke on the phone, committing to a strong partnership for global peace and prosperity.
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Let bygones be bygones
German Holocaust remembrance under fire from far right
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Silicon Valley rattled by low-cost Chinese AI
Fears over the AI gold rush emerged as China's DeepSeek model challenged Silicon Valley, disrupting markets
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Gazans stream home to the north after deal
Hamas to release another six Israeli hostages
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Rajapaksa son issued travel ban
Yoshitha Rajapaksa, son of Sri Lanka's ex-president, banned from leaving over money laundering.
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Wall Street reacts to China's Deepseek, Nvidia loses about $400b
Nasdaq drops 2.7% as markets react to DeepSeek, a $5.6m Chinese AI rival likened to a "Sputnik moment"
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US defense secretary pledges military support for Trump’s mass migrant deportations
Hegseth vows to end DEI programs at Pentagon, reinstate troops removed over the rescinded Covid vaccine mandate
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Lunar New Year 2025: Slithering into the Year of the Snake on January 29
The Chinese zodiac follows a 12-year cycle, each represented by an animal and this year is dedicated to snake
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Holocaust Remembrance Day: ‘The world hasn’t learned its lesson,’ warn Auschwitz survivors
Auschwitz Memorial stressed survivors' emotional toll, allowing them to bring a companion for support during the event
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Belarus’ Lukashenko poised to extend 29-year rule with landslide exit poll results
First presidential election after 2020 vote sparked protests over fraud amid crack down from the government
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Saudi Arabia allows foreign investment in Makkah, Madinah real estate firms
The act underline the Kingdom's commitment to making its capital market a key funding source for development
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Texas teacher Jason Buchanan doxed after inviting ICE to raid school over immigrant students
Northside High School substitute teacher doxed after urging ICE to target immigrant students at his school.
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China bans livestock imports from multiple countries due to disease concerns
The import ban affects countries in Africa, Asia, and Europe amid livestock disease concerns.
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UK health officials monitor ‘mystery illness’ as HMPV cases rise
NHS under pressure as respiratory illnesses add to winter demands
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Firefighters battle bushfires amid extreme heat in Melbourne, Australia
Firefighters battle bushfires in Melbourne as temperatures soar above 40°C in Australia.
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Spain introduces new restrictions for visitors amid growing anti-tourism protests
Spain is implementing new tourist restrictions, including rental bans in Malaga, in response to anti-tourism protests
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Lebanon, Israel extend ceasefire to February 18, start talks on prisoner return
Ceasefire faces challenges with 629 Israeli violations, but Lebanon remains committed.
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Road closures, flood warnings issued as LA County faces first rainstorm
Rain over California's fire zones increases the risk of mudslides posing new dangers for residents.
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Investigation into Jeju Air crash reveals bird feathers found in engines
Investigation into Jeju Air crash finds bird strike, focuses on runway barriers and safety.
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Ads make debut on Threads as Meta explores new monetisation strategy
Threads begins ad test with select users in the US and Japan to explore monetisation.
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US teacher placed on leave after calling Palestinian child a terrorist
School district vows zero tolerance following teacher's derogatory comment.
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India shows military diversity at Republic Day parade
Indonesian President Prabowo attends India's 76th Republic Day parade as guest of honor.
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DR Congo urges UN action against Rwanda
DR Congo urges UN sanctions on Rwanda over alleged "declaration of war" with troop reinforcements.
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Lukashenko extends three-decade Belarus rule, West denounces vote
Lukashenko wins seventh term in Belarus election, condemned by EU and opposition as a "farce".
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Russia claims capturing east Ukrainian town of Velyka Novosilka
Russia claims capture of Velyka Novosilka in Donetsk, with steady advances in eastern Ukraine.
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UN says 70 killed in attack on western Sudan hospital
UN condemns RSF attack on hospital in Sudan, killing 70, including patients, as violation of humanitarian law.
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Israeli forces kill 22 Lebanese on pullout deadline
Gaza health ministry says war death toll reaches 47,306
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N Korea test-fires cruise missile
North Korea test-fires sea-to-surface missiles, claiming precision hits and enhanced deterrence.
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Elephant kills visitor at Kruger Park
Elephant kills South African man protecting his grandchildren at Kruger Park.
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Macron's popularity hits new low
Macron's popularity hits new low, with just 21% satisfaction, a drop among older voters.
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Iran, Afghanistan for increased cooperation
Iranian FM visits Kabul since Taliban's takeover
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S Korea's Yoon indicted as ringleader of insurrection
South Korean prosecutors indict impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol for leading an insurrection.
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Palestinians refuse to relocate to any other country
PA, Hamas and Jordan reject Trump's idea of cleaning out Gaza