Cuba will release 553 prisoners after the United States removed the country from its list of terrorism sponsors. The White House said President Joe Biden was removing Cuba from the list of state sponsors of terrorism in one of his last official acts before Donald Trump is sworn in next Monday. Watch to know more!

Havana to free prisoners after removal from US terror list

The backlash on social media raised by the ad on the resumption of Pakistan state-run PIA flights to Paris has prompted Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to step in. The social media post was criticized online due to its resemblance to the 9/11 terror attacks in the United States. Watch in for more details!

Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif orders investigation into controversial advertisement

Sri Lanka's President Anura Kumara Dissanayake is in China, he kicked off a 4-day state visit to the country on Tuesday, marking his first visit to China after taking office. Watch in for more details!

Sri Lanka President Anura Kumara Dissanayake aims to strengthen ties with China

High winds have been a key ingredient of the devastating Los Angeles wildfires, and after a brief pause at the end of last week, they are forecast to intensify through the middle of this week. This is certain to complicate the fight against blazes that are likely to be one of the costliest natural disasters ever in the U.S.

Los Angeles wildfire: High winds worsen California wildfires

Once considered beyond saving, the Aral Sea is now brimming with life. The water body, located between Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan, was earlier the fourth-largest lake in the world. Its desertification, once considered one of the planet's worst environmental disasters, has now become an inspiring tale of revival.

Once dry, Aral Sea sees new life; water conservation project boosts Aral Sea levels

South Korean investigators and police on Wednesday (Jan 15) arrested suspended President Yoon Suk Yeol after storming his residence. Officers, as per reports, used ladders to scale the compound’s walls after being blocked at the entrance. In a statement, the impeached President said Wednesday that he had decided to submit to questioning over his failed martial law bid to avert "bloodshed" even though he believed the probe was illegal. Watch in for more details!

'Complying with investigators to avoid bloodshed': South Korea's impeached President Yoon arrested

Powerful winds are threatening to spark further flare-ups in California and stoke the massive wildfires that are still burning around LA. The tragedy has killed at least 24 people and left the city shaken. It has been over a week since the disaster hit America's second-largest city, destroying more than 12,000 buildings, and more than 90,000 people are still displaced. Forecasters have predicted the return of particularly dangerous Santa Ana winds. Watch in for more details!

California wildfire: Los Angeles at risk of further flare-ups

President-elect Donald Trump's pick for defense secretary is facing Senators for his confirmation hearing, being grilled over allegations of misconduct. Let's listen in

US: Senate grills Pete Hegseth on military diversity, sexual assault claim

Taiwan's military has been struggling with personnel shortages, raising concerns about the nation's defense capabilities. According to data from the defense ministry, the number of volunteer soldiers and officers seeking early discharge has increased significantly over the past few years. Watch in for more details!

Taiwan struggling to attract & retain military personnel: Report

China has stepped up political and military efforts to back its claims that democratically governed Taiwan is a part of Chinese territory. Beijing's move includes military drills, cyber hacking, and espionage. As part of its warfare strategy. China is working to build its special landing barge, and its new class of amphibious barges has sparked fears that an attack on Taiwan may be coming soon. Watch this report for more details!

Taiwan Reports 'Significant Rise' In Suspected Chinese Espionage |

Indian and Chinese stocks recovered on Tuesday after a deep hit in the prior session. Despite the latest recovery, the equity rout in both markets is seen worsening as growth cools.

Indian & Chinese stocks' recovery short-lived?

India's new central bank governor hints at a readiness to let the rupee float more freely in line with regional counterparts while still stepping in to limit extreme moves. The rupee has weakened significantly over the last year, hitting fresh record lows repeatedly. The currency hit a new all-time low of 86.62 against the dollar on Tuesday.

RBI Governor Signals More Flexible Rupee

Japan’s weakening currency has led to a surge in foreign visitors, with analysts calling the country “on a 30 percent off sale.” In the first 11 months of 2024, Japan saw over 33 million foreign visitors, surpassing its 2019 record of 31.88 million. Watch in for more details!

Japan’s tourism surge linked to favorable exchange rates

Despite rapid interest rate cuts by the Bank of Canada, Canadians are growing increasingly worried about their financial health. The MNP Consumer Debt Index, a broad gauge of how Canadians feel about their ability to pay down debt, has dropped 10 points to 79, one of its lowest readings since inception.

50% of Canadians $200 away from insolvency: Poll

After the United States, the European Union is intensifying its efforts to tighten its grip on Russia's oil trade. Six member countries, including Sweden, Denmark, Finland, Latvia, Lithuania, and Estonia, have called on the European Commission to lower the $60 per barrel price cap set by G7 nations on Russian crude oil.

6 EU nations call for lowering $60 Russian oil price cap

France’s debt crisis is at the forefront of Prime Minister François Bayrou’s agenda as he warns Parliament about the country’s spiraling deficit. Bayrou, France’s fourth prime minister in a year, has inherited a divided National Assembly and faces challenges in passing a sustainable budget for 2025.

PM Bayrou warns of debt ‘Sword of Damocles’ over France

Your money habits aren’t random—they’re echoes of your past. Experts reveal how childhood shapes spending and saving habits. Ready to break free from self-sabotage and rewrite your financial story? It’s time to master your mind over money.

New research puts the spotlight on the mindset of money

South Korean military says North Korea has launched multiple short-range ballistic missiles towards the sea off the country's east coast. Watch in for more details!

North Korea fired several ballistic missiles into the sea: Seoul military

South Korea's suspended President Yoon arrested, says complying to avoid 'bloodshed'

The Philippines has raised an alarm over China's increasing aggression in the disputed South China Sea. It says it is keeping all options open, including the potential for new international lawsuits. Watch in for more details!

Philippines alarmed over China's ship moving closer to land

Nepal's visa policy is in limbo. The Himalayan nation's visa-free ticket policy, when introduced in 2015, was celebrated as a groundbreaking initiative to minimize the migration costs for Nepali workers heading to Gulf nations and Malaysia. However, its poor implementation has led to a dramatic surge in migration of workers. Watch in for more details!

Migration of Nepali workers increased by 102 percent: Report

Ahead of Donald Trump's presidential inauguration, the Senate has begun confirmation hearings for his cabinet nominees.
President-elect Donald Trump's pick for defense secretary is facing Senators for his confirmation hearing, being grilled over allegations of misconduct. Let's listen in

Pete Hegseth Faces Multiple Allegations Of Misconduct

UK's anti-corruption minister, Tulip Siddiq, has resigned from her post. This comes after she was named in probes in Bangladesh into graft accusations against the country's ousted leader and her aunt, Sheikh Hasina. Watch in for more details!

UK: Anti-Corruption Minister Tulip Siddiq resigns amid Bangladesh probe

After dominating 2023 and 2024 with her Eras tour, Taylor Swift is already in talks to return again with another concert tour. Shanghai authorities have held preliminary talks with pop superstar Taylor Swift's team over the possibility of her performing in the Chinese financial hub. Watch in for more details!

Taylor Swift's Eras Tour To Return?

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