China has launched large-scale military exercises around Taiwan, signaling heightened tensions in the region. Beijing has announced major war games, showcasing its military capabilities and readiness. Stay updated on the latest developments in Asia-Pacific security and geopolitical dynamics.

China-Taiwan Tension: Beijing Holds Major Military Drills Near Taiwan, Raising Security Tensions 

Could a meeting in Florida pave the way for peace in the Russia–Ukraine war? With mounting casualties and ongoing missile and drone strikes, diplomatic efforts are once again in focus. As global leaders explore possible frameworks to end the conflict, questions remain over ceasefire terms, security guarantees, and territorial disputes. Watch for the latest updates, expert insights, and analysis on whether the Florida talks can deliver a breakthrough to end the war.

Will Florida Meeting Lead to a Peace Plan to End the War? 

Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud said Israel’s move is "against international law" and constitutes unacceptable interference in Somalia’s internal affairs, stressing that "Somalia & its people are one: inseparable by division from a far."


Somaliland Row: Prez Hassan Sheikh Mohamud Says Somalia Inseparable by Division

Kim Jong-Un Attends North Korea Constitution Anniversary Ceremony

The UK unemployment rate rose to 5.1% in the three months to October, with younger workers particularly affected, official data shows.

UK: Young Workers Hit Hard as UK Unemployment Rate Rises to 5.1% 

Russia-Ukraine War: Putin Says Russia Will Pursue War Goals by Force

Russia-Ukraine War: Russia Claims Capture of Myrnohrad Amid Ongoing Donetsk Fighting

New York City entered the post-Christmas travel rush under winter storm warnings on Friday, as forecasters warned of heavy snowfall, hazardous travel and one of the city’s most disruptive winter systems in years. Snow began developing late Friday afternoon and was expected to intensify overnight into Saturday, bringing several inches of accumulation across the city and surrounding regions.

New York Snowstorm: NYC Sees Heaviest Snowfall in Nearly Four Years 

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the nation in the 129th edition of his radio programme Mann Ki Baat. This month’s episode featured citizens from across the country sharing their questions, ideas, and suggestions with the Prime Minister, reflecting the diverse voices and aspirations of the nation

PM Modi: 129th Episode of Prime Minister's Monthly Radio Show

Taiwan Earthquake: Powerful 6.6 Magnitude Earthquake Shakes Taiwan From North to South

Russia-Ukraine War: Kyiv Plunged Into Darkness After Massive Russian Missile Attack

Mount Etna Eruption Sends Ash Plume, Triggers Aviation Alert

Israeli forces imposed a lockdown on a Palestinian village in the occupied West Bank on Saturday, their second day of operations there after a local resident killed two people in Israel.

Israel-Palestine Conflict: IDF Blocks Roads & Surrounding Areas in Qabatiya Town

2025 has been a turbulent year for the job market, with over 1.17 million layoffs in the u.S alone. This is the highest since the pandemic. But can ai be the sole culprit? Or is there more to the story?

Experts: Over hiring, Not AI, Fuels Layoff Wave

Coffee prices rallied sharply this week as weather risks returned to the spotlight. March arabica futures rose nearly one and a half percent, while robusta prices also gained before markets shut for the christmas holiday.


Weather, Stocks, Tariffs Drive Coffee Markets 

Silver prices have surged to record highs, crossing the 79-dollar-per-ounce mark for the first time. Industrial demand and supply concerns have propelled silver to new historic highs.


Global Silver Market Faces Multi-Year Deficit

Air quality in Delhi remained hazardous on Sunday, with the overall Air Quality Index (AQI) recorded at 391 at 6 am, placing it on the brink of the severe category. Several monitoring stations across the city recorded AQI levels above 400. A thick layer of smog, coupled with dense winter fog, enveloped large parts of Delhi, triggering health concerns and significantly impacting daily life.


Delhi Pollution: 20 Out of 40 AQI Monitoring Stations Record AQI Above 400 | WION NEWS

China’s 15th five-year plan will shape the direction of the world’s second-largest economy. The framework, released in october and set for formal approval in march 2026, signals a decisive shift in priorities.

China: 16,000-Word Plan Maps China’s Economic Strategy

US: Migrant Crossings From Mexico Drop Over 95% Since Late 2023

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has accused the United States, Israel, and Europe of waging a ‘total war’ against his country. In an interview published on Saturday, Pezeshkian said, “In my opinion, we are at total war with the United States, Israel and Europe. 

US, Israel, Europe Waging a Total War’ on Our Country: Iran President Masoud Pezeshkian 

Yemen’s long-running civil war may be at risk of reigniting as the separatist Southern Transitional Council makes territorial and political gains. The developments have raised concerns over renewed instability in the conflict-hit country and the future of peace efforts.

15,000 Saudi-Backed Fighters Amass at Yemen Border

President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump welcomed the celebrations at Mar-A-Lago with a Christmas Eve party on December 24 after taking calls from kids contacting the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD).

Melania to Trump: Don't Make a Fool of Yourself, Lip Reader Decodes First Couple's Awkward Exchange

Myanmar will hold the first phase of a general election on Sunday, its first vote in five years and an exercise that critics say will neither restore the country’s fragile democracy undone by a 2021 army takeover, nor end a devastating civil war triggered by the nation’s harsh military rule.

Myanmar Will Hold Its First General Election in 5 Years as Criticism of the Military Rule Mounts

Israel became the first country to formally recognise the self-declared Republic of Somaliland as an independent and sovereign state on Friday -- a decision that could reshape regional dynamics and test Somalia's longstanding opposition to secession.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Israel would seek immediate cooperation with Somaliland in agriculture, health, technology and the economy. In a statement, he congratulated Somaliland's president, Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi, praised his leadership and invited him to visit Israel.

Israel Ignites Storm With Somaliland Recognition 

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