North Koreaβs supreme leader Kim Jong Un has been re-appointed as general secretary of the ruling Workersβ Party of Korea at the Ninth Party Congress, cementing his unchallenged control over the isolated state and setting the stage for policy priorities including economic development and national defense.
Following the death of the notorious cartel boss El Mencho during a Mexican army operation, violence has erupted across several Mexican states β with highways blocked, vehicles torched, and fears of escalating organized crime clashes unsettling public life and security forces nationwide.
Project 2025 has emerged as a guiding blueprint for key policy shifts in the second Trump administration, influencing decisions on immigration enforcement, Venezuela strategy, border security and executive branch restructuring. Analysts say more than half of its recommendations have transitioned from plan to practice, marking a significant shift in U.S. domestic and foreign policy.
University students in Iran have reignited mass dissent across multiple cities, launching the first widespread antiβgovernment protests since a deadly and brutal crackdown left thousands dead, as campuses turn into epicenters of defiance and political confrontation.
The Palestinian Authority is in dire straits as Israel deepens its control over the West Bank. Political, economic, and governance pressures now call into question the future of Palestinian selfβrule and the viability of a twoβstate solution.
The Epstein estate has agreed to a $35 million settlement in a class action lawsuit, providing financial compensation to survivors of the late financierβs abuse, pending court approval.
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor has been arrested by UK police on suspicion of misconduct in public office amid a probe linked to Jeffrey Epstein files.
Former South Korean president Yoon Suk Yeol received a life sentence for insurrection after a failed attempt to impose martial law, highlighting deep political fault lines.
Ukraine to boycott official events at MilanoβCortina 2026 Winter Paralympics after Russia and Belarus were allowed to compete under their flags.
Rescue teams continue the search for nine skiers missing after an avalanche near Lake Tahoe, while six survivors were rescued.
US special envoy Steve Witkoff says the first day of Geneva peace talks between Ukraine, Russia and the United States brought meaningful progress, setting the stage for continued negotiations.
French President Emmanuel Macron is in India to advance a potential $35bn Rafale fighter jet deal, part of efforts to deepen strategic defence and economic cooperation with New Delhi.
Moscow and Kyiv are set to meet in Geneva for renewed peace negotiations, even as Russian strikes continue across Ukraine.
Bangladesh holds its first national election since the 2024 uprising, deploying record security forces across high-risk polling centres amid political tensions and hopes for democratic renewal.
Japanβs historic election has reshaped the political landscape as Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi secures a landmark victory, boosting investor confidence and triggering a sharp surge in Japanese stock markets.
Federal prosecutors began probing the killing of Renee Good by an ICE officer, but were instructed to stop the civil rights investigation, leading to resignations and renewed calls for accountability.
Russian attacks on Ukraine energy infrastructure have prompted strong condemnation from UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, who warns the strikes are worsening civilian suffering.
Millions of Afghans forced back from neighboring countries are facing poverty, unemployment, and limited services, deepening the countryβs humanitarian crisis.
Seasonal workers employed in US agriculture and hospitality sectors as the government announces 65,000 additional guest worker visas for 2026.
Heavy rainfall triggered a deadly landslide at the Rubaya mine in eastern DR Congo, killing at least 200 people and highlighting ongoing safety issues in artisanal mining.
Israelβs parliament revisits the idea of the death penalty, prompting deep splits between supporters and opponents over justice, deterrence and discrimination.
A powerful winter storm sweeping across the United States has left at least 11 people dead, knocked out power to millions and forced widespread travel disruptions as dangerous cold persists.
Veteran journalist Sir Mark Tully, hailed for reporting on Bangladeshβs Liberation War of 1971, has died in New Delhi at age 90, leaving behind a legacy of authentic war coverage.
Saudi Arabiaβs media-led accusations against the UAE have heightened Gulf tensions, reviving fears of a broader crisis and exposing deeper strategic differences between the two allies.
U.S. President Donald Trump will meet Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky at the World Economic Forum in Davos as a U.S. envoy says peace talks to end the RussiaβUkraine war are down to one remaining issue, signaling potential progress toward a resolution.
Delcy RodrΓguez, Venezuelaβs interim leader, plans to visit the United States in a historic diplomatic shift following the removal of NicolΓ‘s Maduro. Dialogue on oil, sanctions and cooperation is expected.
An intelligence assessment concludes that collapsing ecosystems and biodiversity loss pose severe risks to national security. Experts urge greater investment in environmental resilience and international cooperation.
TEPCO resumed operations at the Kashiwazaki-Kariwa nuclear plant, Japanβs largest, amid divided public opinion and safety concerns.
“Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has officially accepted US President Donald Trumpβs invitation to join the βBoard of Peace,β marking a notable development in ongoing international diplomatic initiatives.” Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu confirmed that he has accepted an invitation from US President Donald Trump to become a member of the newly proposed Board of Peace. According to an official statement released by Netanyahuβs office on Wednesday, the board will be composed of global leaders and influential figures aimed at shaping future international peace initiatives. The Board of Peace was initially conceived as a governing body to oversee the rebuilding and…
Russell Brand has appeared in a UK court via video link from the United States after being charged with two further sexual offences, including rape. The comedian, who denies all allegations, has been granted bail and is due to appear at Southwark Crown Court in February as legal proceedings continue.
A major UK study involving 4,000 students will examine how restricting social media use affects childrenβs mental health, sleep, and relationships with friends and family.
A series of four shark attacks in under 48 hours in New South Wales has left a surfer injured and prompted beach closures. Authorities warn that bull sharks may be responsible amid murky, rain-affected waters.
Heavy snowfall triggered a massive 100-vehicle crash on a Michigan highway, injuring several people and forcing authorities to shut down roads amid dangerous winter conditions.
The Kremlin says US President Donald Trump has invited Vladimir Putin to join his proposed βBoard of Peaceβ, though Moscow is still reviewing the initiative.
A massive fire in Karachi has killed six people and destroyed parts of a historic shopping mall, as firefighters worked through the night to contain the blaze
