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France warns Trump against threatening EU's 'sovereign borders'
France has issued a stern warning to United States President-elect Donald Trump over threats to the European Union's "sovereign borders."
India extends Sheikh Hasina's visa amid extradition demand by Bangladesh
India has extended the visa of Sheikh Hasina, Bangladesh's deposed prime minister who took refuge in India after violent student protests in Dhaka on August 5, 2024, according to multiple reports.
Is Elon Musk going mad? His biographer certainly thinks so
Seth Abramson, a biographer of Elon Musk, has raised serious concerns over the tech billionaire's mental health and alleged substance abuse.
Thailand bans plastic waste imports to curb toxic pollution
Thailand has passed a law prohibiting the import of plastic waste, starting January 2025. The move comes as a response to increasing concerns over toxic pollution.
Why Trump wants to buy Greenland
President-elect Donald Trump has revived his plans to buy Greenland, an autonomous territory under Denmark's jurisdiction.
Explained: How Santa Ana winds are fueling California's Palisades fire
A wildfire, which started around 10:30am has been spreading rapidly in the Pacific Palisades region of Los Angeles, aided by powerful Santa Ana winds.
Southern California wildfire: Blaze destroys nearly 3,400 acres; 30,000 evacuated
The city of Los Angeles has declared a state of emergency as rapidly spreading wildfires, fueled by strong winds, continue to rage.
Terror group plans conference in Canada on caliphate, Sharia law
Hizb ut-Tahrir (HuT), the Islamist group that pushes for a global Islamic caliphate, is planning to hold its annual conference in Ontario's Mississauga on January 18, 2025.
Trump shares distorted map showing Canada part of US
United States President-elect Donald Trump has shared a warped map on the social media platform TRUTH, showing Canada as part of the US.
Las Vegas Cybertruck explosion: Man used ChatGPT to plan attack
The recent Las Vegas Cybertruck explosion was staged by the attacker using ChatGPT, an artificial intelligence (AI) model developed by OpenAI.
'Your posts could get someone killed': TED chief to Musk
Chris Anderson, the head of TED (Technology, Entertainment, Design), has penned an open letter to billionaire Elon Musk, expressing concern over the latter's recent social media posts on X (formerly Twitter).
Tibet earthquake death toll rises to 126, nearly 200 injured
A powerful earthquake measuring 6.8 on the Richter scale rocked Tibet's Tingri County on Tuesday morning, killing at least 126 people and injuring nearly 200 others.
'Not a snowball's chance...': Trudeau rejects Trump's Canada merger idea
Outgoing Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has categorically dismissed United States President-elect Donald Trump's suggestion of merging Canada with the US.
Trump warns Hamas of severe consequences if hostages not released
United States President-elect Donald Trump has given a stern warning to Hamas, saying "all hell will break out" if the hostages are not released before his inauguration on January 20.
McDonald's UK faces fresh allegations of sexual, homophobic abuse
McDonald's United Kingdom is reeling from new allegations of sexual and homophobic abuse in its branches.
New York drivers use clever tactics to evade congestion toll
New York City's congestion pricing program, which charges drivers $9 during peak hours to enter certain areas of Manhattan, has faced pushback from some motorists.
Seattle cop, who killed Indian student with patrol car, fired
A Seattle police officer, Kevin Dave, has been fired after the death of Jaahnavi Kandula, a 23-year-old Indian student.
Anita Anand in race to become next Canadian PM
Indian-origin leader Anita Anand is one of the frontrunners to take over from Justin Trudeau as Canada's Prime Minister.
Trump proposes US-Canada 'merger' after Trudeau's resignation
United States President-elect Donald Trump has revived his US-Canada merger proposal, asking Canada to become the 51st state of the United States.
What's next for Canada after Trudeau quits as Prime Minister
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has announced his decision to resign from his post in the coming months.
China earthquake: Powerful tremors jolt remote Tibet region; 53 dead
A powerful earthquake of 7.1 magnitude on the Richter scale jolted Nepal early Tuesday morning, with tremors felt across North India, including Delhi-NCR and Bihar.
Justin Trudeau resigns as Canada's PM amid party dissent
Justin Trudeau has announced his resignation as the leader of the Liberal Party of Canada, thus ending his nine-year-long stint as Prime Minister.
After China, Malaysia sees HMPV surge; India, Japan... heighten vigilance
Several Asian countries, including China and Malaysia, are seeing a spike in Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) cases.
Hamas announces plan to release 34 Israeli hostages
Palestinian political organization Hamas has announced its plan to free 34 Israeli hostages. The release is part of the "first phase" of a possible prisoner exchange deal with Israel.
South Korea extends Muan airport closure amid crash investigation
South Korean authorities have extended the closure of Muan International Airport till January 14.
North Korea fires ballistic missile amid Blinken's South Korea visit
North Korea fired a ballistic missile into the East Sea on Monday, as US Secretary of State Antony Blinken visited Seoul.
Flights cancelled, icy roads, power outages: Winter storm grips US
A severe winter storm, called the "heaviest snowfall in a decade," has left the central United States in tatters.
Elon Musk takes U-turn on Nigel Farage: 'Doesn't have what...'
Tech mogul Elon Musk has openly rescinded his support for Nigel Farage, the leader of Britain's Reform UK party.
Canada PM Justin Trudeau to announce resignation this week: Report
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is reportedly planning to resign as the leader of the Liberal Party, The Globe and Mail reported.
Japan begins culling after bird flu outbreak hits farm
Japanese authorities have started culling around 50,000 chickens after a bird flu outbreak was reported at a farm in the northern Iwate region.
Pakistan secures $20 billion loan from World Bank: Reports
The World Bank is set to approve a $20 billion lending package for Pakistan, reports said.
Why Singapore is seeing a surge in 'sham marriages'
Singapore is witnessing a sharp increase in "sham marriages," especially between local men and foreign women.
Russia lost 430,000 soldiers in Ukraine in 2024: Report
In 2024, Russia faced heavy military losses in Ukraine, with Ukrainian estimates suggesting around 430,790 Russian soldiers were wounded and killed.
Pulitzer-winning cartoonist quits after Washington Post rejects Jeff Bezos satire
Pulitzer Prize-winning cartoonist Ann Telnaes has quit The Washington Post after the newspaper refused to publish her satirical cartoon.
Russia vows retaliation after Ukraine allegedly fires US-supplied missiles
Russia has threatened to retaliate after claiming to have intercepted eight United States-supplied ATACMS missiles fired by Ukraine at the Belgorod region.
'Travesty': Musk on billionaire George Soros receiving US's highest award
United States President Joe Biden announced the recipients of the Presidential Medal of Freedom on Saturday. Among the 19 honorees was entrepreneur and philanthropist George Soros, a decision that has sparked controversy.
'I'm only 19yrs': Hostage pleads for life in Hamas video
Hamas has released a video of Liri Albag, a 19-year-old Israeli hostage who has been held captive for more than 450 days.
'Was offered 3-year exile opportunity, but I refused': Imran Khan
Former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan has alleged that he was offered a way out of the country for three years.
Fire at vegetable market in China kills 8, injures 15
A massive fire at a vegetable market in north China's Zhangjiakou city claimed eight lives and injured 15 others on Saturday.
Why Trump won't face jail time in 'hush money' case
United States President-elect Donald Trump is scheduled to be sentenced on January 10 after being found guilty of falsifying business records in the Stormy Daniels hush money case.