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Xi hopes for a "good start" in relations with Trump, who expects to solve many problems together starting immediately.

Moscow has looked to the Islamic republic as a strategic ally since sending troops into Ukraine in February 2022

It could also ease hostilities in the Middle East, where the Gaza war spread to include Iran and its proxies

Sai Varisht Kundola drove a truck to the White House, crashing into security barriers around President’s Park.

Nepal's PM raises concerns over rising tiger numbers, citing human-tiger conflicts.

US 'confident' truce will go ahead

AI-powered phone scam targets Thai PM, with a voice impersonating a foreign leader.

Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan is reportedly recovering after surgery.

China surpasses the US in top scientists, with its global share rising to 28% by 2024.

Meanwhile Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin successfully sent a rocket into orbit for first time but failed to land its booster

Israel’s security cabinet will meet today to vote on the deal with Hamas.

Fire breaks out at Moss Landing Power Plant in California, prompting evacuations and road closures.

CNS hopes PLA Navy will also participate in war games next month

CPJ reports 361 journalists jailed in December 2024, with China, Israel, and Myanmar as top offenders.

Japan's government panel raises the probability of a "megaquake" to 75-82% in the next 30 years.

Britain will support new local inquiries into child sexual abuse, following criticism by Elon Musk.

HRW criticizes global inaction on human rights, warns Trump's return could worsen violations.

Putin also urges strong efforts for comprehensive Israel-Palestine conflict settlement

PM Shehbaz Sharif demanded a report and ordered strict action against those involved in human trafficking.

Israel continues to attack its neighbouring countries.

The proposal requires approval by the Swedish parliament

The Austrian privacy group Noyb claims Chinese firms, including TikTok, have unlawfully transferred EU data to China.

Experts propose new obesity diagnosis, combining BMI, waist size, and health issues.

Hamas' acting Gaza chief Khalil al-Hayya said in a televised address that Israel failed to achieve its goals in Gaza

World leaders, including Biden, Trump, Guterres, and others, react to Gaza ceasefire.

Hindenburg's investigations had a significant impact in India, with the Adani report stirring political controversy.

Death toll comes as the İstanbul Governor’s Office revealed that 110 people were poisoned by tainted alcohol in 2024.

MOFA described Israel’s expansionist policies as a destabilising factor for the entire region.

Palestinians express hope and concerns on social media after ceasefire deal.

PM Modi calls ISRO’s space docking achievement a 'significant stepping stone' for India’s space future.

Social media’s addictive features have worsened mental health issues, according to the White Mountain Apache Tribe.

Emergency responders investigate reports of multiple people on fire in Malibu, as wildfires claim 25 lives.

Speaking from the Oval Office, Biden described his legacy as one of rebuilding and transformation.

Israel and Hamas agree to a phased ceasefire, marking a key step toward ending Gaza's 460-day conflict.

The White House clarified that Pakistan is not a formal ally, but acknowledged cooperation on combating terrorism.

ICRC says ready to facilitate prisoner-hostage swap

Iran's President Pezeshkian denied seeking nuclear weapons and warned Trump against war.

Xi Jinping said China-Sri Lanka relations have a "historical opportunity" to strengthen ties.

An Indian committee called for swift legal action after a foiled plot to kill a Sikh separatist.

Investigators question Yoon in insurrection probe

TikTok plans full US shutdown by Jan. 19 if legislative ban proceeds, offering data download.

Iranian president made the remarks in his first interview with US media since Trump's assassination attempt last July.

Rebels claimed using missiles and drones in an attack, citing it as a response to the US military's regional presence.

Red dye No. 3, synthetic additive of petroleum, is commonly used to colour food, beverages with bright cherry-red hue.

At least 43 people are hospitalized in critical condition, with the deaths believed to be caused by methanol poisoning

Former Hillary Clinton staffer Jamie Mannina’s criticism of Donald Trump was exposed in an undercover investigation.

Actor Wang Xing's rescue spotlights trafficking, sparking calls to aid victims in Myanmar scam centers.

Malone took his own life following backlash from a viral video showing inappropriate behavior at Bikini Beans.

California's January 2025 wildfires devastated LA, affecting thousands, including celebrities.

CFPB sues Capital One for $2 billion loss in savings interest, misleading customers.