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<p>In many nations, driverless or AI-enabled cars are not in use or banned, but a recent viral video shows how China is far ahead in adopting such vehicles. The footage is a compilation of clips lasting &nbsp;over a minute, showing real-world instances from various Chinese cities where people use hand gestures to get their cars to open doors and self-drive to them. The models shown are mostly electric vehicles and include Li Auto, NIO, and AITO/Ask's M9. Scroll down to watch the video.</p><h2>What does the video show?</h2><p>Men and women are shown simply walking up to parked cars, including SUVs and sedans, on streets, parking lots, or outside buildings. When they gesture from the road, either the car doors swing open, or the cars self-drive safely towards them. There is no touching of handles or pressing of buttons. In some cases, the car appears to lower itself using adaptive air suspension to match the height of the owner, so that entry into the car is easier and smooth.</p><p>Headlights, taillights, and interior ambient lighting are shown to be switched on magically as the owners near the vehicle, almost like the car greeting them like a pet would.</p><p>There are also visuals of car boots automatically opening when owners walk behind them with bags or groceries. Some clips also show cars moving out of tricky parking spots.</p><h2>What are the technologies and brands behind it?</h2><p>Adaptive air suspension, remote summon, and memory parking systems are among the advanced technologies in play. Several door and suspension features of these advanced vehicles are also evident.</p><p>The impression given in the video is that much of this is already normal in China, leaving the rest of the world far behind. The video has a caption emblazoned: 'China is living in 2080'.</p><p>Technologies like auto power doors, auto low-entry suspension, gesture and walk-up recognition, and welcome lights are features available on many new Chinese flagship EVs like Li Auto's L-series, AITO M9, and some NIO and Zeekr models. These are not concepts or fake models.</p><p>Watch the video below</p>

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A viral video shows Chinese people using hand gestures to summon their vehicles and to open and close the doors.  AI-powered cars are a daily thing for many Chinese, not the stuff of fantasy.

In many nations, driverless or AI-enabled cars are not in use or banned, but a recent viral video shows how China is far ahead in adopting such vehicles. The footage is a compilation of clips lasting over a minute, showing real-world instances from various Chinese cities where people use hand gestures to get their cars to open doors and self-drive to them. The models shown are mostly electric vehicles and include Li Auto, NIO, and AITO/Ask's M9. Scroll down to watch the video. What does the video show? Men and women are shown simply walking up to parked cars, including SUVs and sedans, on streets, parking lots, or outside buildings. When they gesture from the road, either the car doors swing open, or the cars self-drive safely towards them. There is no touching of handles or pressing of buttons. In some cases, the car appears to lower itself using adaptive air suspension to match the height of the owner, so that entry into the car is easier and smooth. Headlights, taillights, and interior ambient lighting are shown to be switched on magically as the owners near the vehicle, almost like the car greeting them like a pet would. There are also visuals of car boots automatically opening when owners walk behind them with bags or groceries. Some clips also show cars moving out of tricky parking spots. What are the technologies and brands behind it? Adaptive air suspension, remote summon, and memory parking systems are among the advanced technologies in play. Several door and suspension features of these advanced vehicles are also evident. The impression given in the video is that much of this is already normal in China, leaving the rest of the world far behind. The video has a caption emblazoned: 'China is living in 2080'. Technologies like auto power doors, auto low-entry suspension, gesture and walk-up recognition, and welcome lights are features available on many new Chinese flagship EVs like Li Auto's L-series, AITO M9, and some NIO and Zeekr models. These are not concepts or fake models. Watch the video below

<p>A viral video shows Chinese people using hand gestures to summon their vehicles and to open and close the doors. &nbsp;AI-powered cars are a daily thing for many Chinese, not the stuff of fantasy.</p>

'China is living in 2080': Viral video shows people hailing their driverless cars with simple hand gestures | Watch

<p>Two major Chinese cities are sitting under clouds of plastic, a study has found, revealing that plastic is present in enormous amounts in the air. Guangzhou and Xi’an have such a massive cover of microplastics over them that they are now triggering the formation of clouds. Researchers from the Chinese Academy of Sciences tracked microplastics (MPs) and nanoplastics (NPs) in the Earth’s atmosphere above these cities and were shocked by the findings. They noted in the study published in the journal Science Advances that the total suspended particulates and dustfall fluxes were two to six times higher than previous estimates reached using visual-based analytical methods. This shows that plastic pollution is way higher than what was known. “Over the past two decades, plastic as an emerging pollutant has become a global issue because of its widespread distribution in every environmental compartment of the Earth system,” the study authors wrote. The team developed a microanalytical method using a computer-controlled scanning electron microscopy system, as opposed to the visual-based analytical methods.</p><h2><strong>Plastics could rain down and spread to other areas</strong></h2><p>The study, reported by The Independent, states that even when the wind conditions are stable, traffic acts as a potentially major source of atmospheric MPs and NPs. Road dust is continuously re-suspended into the atmosphere, and the plastic particles can hang onto the environment for a long time because of their small size. Their presence for extended periods in the atmosphere also triggers cloud formation. When they rain down, the plastic particles are distributed to areas where they weren't originally released. So, along with road dust, rain also acts as a way of spreading it to distant places. “Using an innovative method capable of detecting plastic particles as small as 200 nanometers, we quantified MPs and NPs in aerosols, dry and wet deposition, and resuspension in two Chinese megacities, Guangzhou and Xi’an,” the researchers wrote in the study.</p><p>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/8-million-tons-of-plastic-is-ripping-through-the-oceans-like-tornadoes-1765960224158"><strong>8 million tons of plastic is ripping through the oceans like tornadoes</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The study does not state whether these plastic particles are transforming the global climate in any major way; it stresses that they are a dominant force in cloud formation. The study offers an insight into MPs and NPs in urban atmospheric processes and their potential implications for climate, ecosystems, and human health. Microplastics have reached the oceans, our food and even organs in the human body. But their activity and presence in the atmosphere remain the least understood.<br>&nbsp;</p>

An analysis of the air above two major Chinese cities has revealed the presence of a toxic element that has ripped through the world. Microplastics and nanoplastics have been hovering for so long that they are even triggering the formation of plastic clouds.

Two major Chinese cities are sitting under clouds of plastic, a study has found, revealing that plastic is present in enormous amounts in the air. Guangzhou and Xi’an have such a massive cover of microplastics over them that they are now triggering the formation of clouds. Researchers from the Chinese Academy of Sciences tracked microplastics (MPs) and nanoplastics (NPs) in the Earth’s atmosphere above these cities and were shocked by the findings. They noted in the study published in the journal Science Advances that the total suspended particulates and dustfall fluxes were two to six times higher than previous estimates reached using visual-based analytical methods. This shows that plastic pollution is way higher than what was known. “Over the past two decades, plastic as an emerging pollutant has become a global issue because of its widespread distribution in every environmental compartment of the Earth system,” the study authors wrote. The team developed a microanalytical method using a computer-controlled scanning electron microscopy system, as opposed to the visual-based analytical methods. Plastics could rain down and spread to other areas The study, reported by The Independent, states that even when the wind conditions are stable, traffic acts as a potentially major source of atmospheric MPs and NPs. Road dust is continuously re-suspended into the atmosphere, and the plastic particles can hang onto the environment for a long time because of their small size. Their presence for extended periods in the atmosphere also triggers cloud formation. When they rain down, the plastic particles are distributed to areas where they weren't originally released. So, along with road dust, rain also acts as a way of spreading it to distant places. “Using an innovative method capable of detecting plastic particles as small as 200 nanometers, we quantified MPs and NPs in aerosols, dry and wet deposition, and resuspension in two Chinese megacities, Guangzhou and Xi’an,” the researchers wrote in the study. Also Read: 8 million tons of plastic is ripping through the oceans like tornadoes The study does not state whether these plastic particles are transforming the global climate in any major way; it stresses that they are a dominant force in cloud formation. The study offers an insight into MPs and NPs in urban atmospheric processes and their potential implications for climate, ecosystems, and human health. Microplastics have reached the oceans, our food and even organs in the human body. But their activity and presence in the atmosphere remain the least understood.

<p>An analysis of the air above two major Chinese cities has revealed the presence of a toxic element that has ripped through the world. Microplastics and nanoplastics have been hovering for so long that they are even triggering the formation of plastic clouds.</p>

Plastic clouds found hovering over two major Chinese cities shock scientists

<p>As US President Donald Trump continues to push for US acquisition of Greenland, the citizens of the frozen territory and Denmark have come up with a new way to show their defiance against the POTUS' plan: 'Make America Go Away' caps. As per reports, red baseball caps spoofing Donald Trump's signature MAGA hat have turned into a quiet but unmistakable symbol of resistance in Denmark and Greenland, as anger grows over Trump's threats to take control of the Arctic island.</p><h2><strong>Make America Go Away</strong></h2><p>The caps in Trump's signature red, read "Make America Go Away," a pointed parody of Trump's "Make America Great Again" slogan. Over the past week, the MAGA 2.0 caps have started surfacing across social media and at public demonstrations, including a weekend protest held in freezing conditions outside Copenhagen city hall.</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-1-billion-for-peace-confusion-and-panic-as-trump-forces-gaza-peace-board-event-on-davos-2026-1768882863505"><strong>$1 billion for ‘peace’? Confusion and panic as Trump forces Gaza ‘Peace Board’ event on Davos 2026</strong></a></p><p>European governments have closed ranks behind Denmark and Greenland, warning that Trump’s rhetoric undermines western security and destabilises the Arctic at a moment of heightened geopolitical tension.</p><h2><strong>The man behind 'Make America Go Away'</strong></h2><p>The hats were created by Jesper Rabe Tonnesen, a vintage clothing store owner in Copenhagen. As per reports, he first produced a small batch in 2024, when they drew little interest. That changed abruptly as Washington escalated its push for Greenland.</p><p>“When a delegation from America went up to Greenland, we started to realise this probably wasn’t a joke,” Tonnesen said. “It’s not reality TV, it’s actually reality.”</p><p>This, he said made him wonder, “‘OK, what can I do?’ Can I communicate in a funny way with a good message and unite the Danes to show that Danish people support the people of Greenland?” and thus the hats made a comeback.</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/norway-pm-confirms-trump-sent-chilling-text-linking-nobel-snub-to-greenland-control-says-told-potus-not-our-fault-1768873546072"><strong>Norway PM confirms Trump sent ‘chilling’ text linking Nobel snub to Greenland control, says told POTUS 'not our fault'</strong></a></p><h2><strong>‘Make America Go Away’ hats sold out</strong></h2><p>Talking to The Guardian, Tonnesen revealed that the demand for the hats has jumped almost overnight. What had been a slow trickle of sales turned into a sell-out in a single weekend. He said that he has now ordered several thousand more.</p><p>One of the earliest designs played on a Danish phrase, “Nu det nok” meaning “Now it’s enough,” reworked as “Nu det NUUK!” — a nod to Nuuk, Greenland’s capital.</p><p>At Saturday’s rally, protesters waved Danish and Greenlandic flags and held handmade signs mocking US claims. “No Means No,” read one. Another said, “Make America Smart Again.” Greenland insists that Trump’s tariff threats made no difference to the island. "We will not be pressured," Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen said in a Facebook post, adding that the autonomous territory "is a democratic society with the right to make its own decisions".</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

As Donald Trump keeps pushing for US control of Greenland, Denmark and Greenland have found a sharp, sarcastic way to push back: red baseball caps reading “Make America Go Away.”

As US President Donald Trump continues to push for US acquisition of Greenland, the citizens of the frozen territory and Denmark have come up with a new way to show their defiance against the POTUS' plan: 'Make America Go Away' caps. As per reports, red baseball caps spoofing Donald Trump's signature MAGA hat have turned into a quiet but unmistakable symbol of resistance in Denmark and Greenland, as anger grows over Trump's threats to take control of the Arctic island. Make America Go Away The caps in Trump's signature red, read "Make America Go Away," a pointed parody of Trump's "Make America Great Again" slogan. Over the past week, the MAGA 2.0 caps have started surfacing across social media and at public demonstrations, including a weekend protest held in freezing conditions outside Copenhagen city hall. Also read | $1 billion for ‘peace’? Confusion and panic as Trump forces Gaza ‘Peace Board’ event on Davos 2026 European governments have closed ranks behind Denmark and Greenland, warning that Trump’s rhetoric undermines western security and destabilises the Arctic at a moment of heightened geopolitical tension. The man behind 'Make America Go Away' The hats were created by Jesper Rabe Tonnesen, a vintage clothing store owner in Copenhagen. As per reports, he first produced a small batch in 2024, when they drew little interest. That changed abruptly as Washington escalated its push for Greenland. “When a delegation from America went up to Greenland, we started to realise this probably wasn’t a joke,” Tonnesen said. “It’s not reality TV, it’s actually reality.” This, he said made him wonder, “‘OK, what can I do?’ Can I communicate in a funny way with a good message and unite the Danes to show that Danish people support the people of Greenland?” and thus the hats made a comeback. Also read | Norway PM confirms Trump sent ‘chilling’ text linking Nobel snub to Greenland control, says told POTUS 'not our fault' ‘Make America Go Away’ hats sold out Talking to The Guardian, Tonnesen revealed that the demand for the hats has jumped almost overnight. What had been a slow trickle of sales turned into a sell-out in a single weekend. He said that he has now ordered several thousand more. One of the earliest designs played on a Danish phrase, “Nu det nok” meaning “Now it’s enough,” reworked as “Nu det NUUK!” — a nod to Nuuk, Greenland’s capital. At Saturday’s rally, protesters waved Danish and Greenlandic flags and held handmade signs mocking US claims. “No Means No,” read one. Another said, “Make America Smart Again.” Greenland insists that Trump’s tariff threats made no difference to the island. "We will not be pressured," Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen said in a Facebook post, adding that the autonomous territory "is a democratic society with the right to make its own decisions".

<p>As Donald Trump keeps pushing for US control of Greenland, Denmark and Greenland have found a sharp, sarcastic way to push back: red baseball caps reading “Make America Go Away.”</p>

‘Make America Go Away’: Danes troll Trump’s Greenland dream with MAGA spoof caps

<p>India's passport has risen from the 85th spot in 2025 to 80th in the Henley Passport Index 2026, reflecting an improvement in global mobility. However, despite the higher ranking, the number of destinations Indian passport holders can enter without a prior visa has dropped from 57 to 55. This shift is due to updated entry rules in two countries that previously offered easier access, which include Iran and Bolivia.</p><h3>Why has Iran ended Visa-free entry for Indians?</h3><p>Indian citizens travelling to Iran are now required to obtain a visa in advance. Earlier, Visa-free travel was allowed for short stays without applying for a visa beforehand based on bilateral agreements between India and Iran. On 17 November 2025, India’s Ministry of External Affairs revealed that some Indians were lured into travelling to Iran under the visa waiver scheme with false promises of jobs or onward journeys. Several of these travellers were later abducted and held for ransom after arrival.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>In response, Iran withdrew visa-free access for holders of ordinary Indian passports, effective 22 November 2025. Visitors and transit passengers must now secure a visa before entering the country. Indian authorities have also warned against agents promoting visa-free transit through Iran.</p><h3>Bolivia introduces e-Visa requirement for Indians in 2026</h3><p>Similar to Iran, Bolivia was also offering Indians a Visa On Arrival, which allowed travel without any pre-approval. But Indian passport holders will now have to acquire an e-Visa to travel to Bolivia. The process is completed online and involves filling out an application form, uploading required documents, and paying the fee electronically.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Once approved, the visa is issued digitally and must be presented during arrival checks. Under the Henley Passport Index, both regular visas and e-Visas are classified as “visa required” because travellers must receive approval before departure.</p><p>Travellers could complete paperwork and pay the fee at the airport, offering convenience close to visa-free travel. A visa on arrival is rated 1 on the Henley Index, as it permits entry without advance documentation.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>With Iran and Bolivia ending visa-free or visa-on-arrival access, India now has 55 destinations offering easy entry in 2026. While India’s global passport ranking has improved, travellers to these countries must now plan their visas well ahead of time.</p>

On 17 November 2025, India’s Ministry of External Affairs revealed that some Indians were lured into travelling to Iran under the visa waiver scheme with false promises of jobs or onward journeys. Several of these travellers were later abducted and held for ransom after arrival.

India's passport has risen from the 85th spot in 2025 to 80th in the Henley Passport Index 2026, reflecting an improvement in global mobility. However, despite the higher ranking, the number of destinations Indian passport holders can enter without a prior visa has dropped from 57 to 55. This shift is due to updated entry rules in two countries that previously offered easier access, which include Iran and Bolivia. Why has Iran ended Visa-free entry for Indians? Indian citizens travelling to Iran are now required to obtain a visa in advance. Earlier, Visa-free travel was allowed for short stays without applying for a visa beforehand based on bilateral agreements between India and Iran. On 17 November 2025, India’s Ministry of External Affairs revealed that some Indians were lured into travelling to Iran under the visa waiver scheme with false promises of jobs or onward journeys. Several of these travellers were later abducted and held for ransom after arrival. In response, Iran withdrew visa-free access for holders of ordinary Indian passports, effective 22 November 2025. Visitors and transit passengers must now secure a visa before entering the country. Indian authorities have also warned against agents promoting visa-free transit through Iran. Bolivia introduces e-Visa requirement for Indians in 2026 Similar to Iran, Bolivia was also offering Indians a Visa On Arrival, which allowed travel without any pre-approval. But Indian passport holders will now have to acquire an e-Visa to travel to Bolivia. The process is completed online and involves filling out an application form, uploading required documents, and paying the fee electronically. Once approved, the visa is issued digitally and must be presented during arrival checks. Under the Henley Passport Index, both regular visas and e-Visas are classified as “visa required” because travellers must receive approval before departure. Travellers could complete paperwork and pay the fee at the airport, offering convenience close to visa-free travel. A visa on arrival is rated 1 on the Henley Index, as it permits entry without advance documentation. With Iran and Bolivia ending visa-free or visa-on-arrival access, India now has 55 destinations offering easy entry in 2026. While India’s global passport ranking has improved, travellers to these countries must now plan their visas well ahead of time.

<p>On 17 November 2025, India’s Ministry of External Affairs revealed that some Indians were lured into travelling to Iran under the visa waiver scheme with false promises of jobs or onward journeys. Several of these travellers were later abducted and held for ransom after arrival.</p>

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<p>If no deal is struck between US President Donald Trump and the governments of Denmark and its semi-autonomous region Greenland, a limited armed confrontation is likely to follow. Both sides have ramped up their troop deployment or readiness. For a peaceful region, the current levels of committed troops or planned deployments are unusual. NORAD is sending troops, Danish military has send reinformcements, and NATO is getting involved more. An all-out war is highly unlikely if a stopgap arrangement is reached at Davos or afterwards on Trump's desire to control Greenland. But at the time of writing, practically all sides appear to be preparing for war while denying that anything is out of the ordinary. Here is a roundup.</p><h2>For Minnesota or Arctic? Pentagon has placed 1,500 active-duty solders on standby</h2><p><br>The US defence department has given 'prepare-to-deploy' orders to 1,500 active-duty soldiers from two infantry battalions of the 11th Airborne Division. &nbsp;The Arctic-warfare trained soldiers are based at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson and Fort Wainwright in Alaska. The 11th Airborne Division is the US Army’s primary Arctic and cold-weather formation. While the official version is for possible domestic deployment to Minnesota amid fighting between locals and immigration officials of ICE, there are doubts in defence news outlets that the standby could be for Greenland. The stated mission is to back federal authorities and protect federal facilities if unrest escalates in Minnesota, but note that such duties are usually handled by the National Guard.&nbsp;</p><p>The Insurrection Act of 1807 could be invoked if state authorities are deemed unable to restore order. Pentagon spokespeople insisted there is no connection between the standby order and any overseas military operation, but it could also be a pressure tactic by the US on Greenland.</p><p>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-stop-using-so-called-threat-russia-china-lash-out-at-trump-over-greenland-text-to-norway-pm-1768883597880">'Stop using so-called threat...’: Russia, China lash out at Trump over 'Greenland' text to Norway PM</a></p><h2>Danish authorities increase military presence and readiness</h2><p>Denmark has dispatched more than 100 combat soldiers to Greenland, with the chief of the Royal Danish Army, Peter Boysen, leading a "substantial contribution" of troops landing in Kangerlussuaq. At least 58 Danish troops have joined about 60 others already there to participate in Operation Arctic Endurance exercise. This includes guarding critical infrastructure and providing assistance to local authorities.<br>The Danish military deployments include personnel, patrol assets, and airfield security elements. These so-called ‘defensive’ deployments are focused on sovereignty and surveillance. &nbsp;</p><p>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/can-25th-amendment-be-used-against-trump-over-greenland-letter-to-norway-pm-here-s-what-we-know-1768886121162">Can 25th Amendment be used against Trump over Greenland letter to Norway PM? Here's what we know</a></p><h2>NORAD arrives amid NATO's increased involvement in Arctic defence</h2><p>NATO allies are conducting or have planned Arctic exercises involving cold-weather operations, air defence, and logistics. European NATO countries, such as Germany, Sweden, France, Norway, the Netherlands, Finland, and the UK, are deploying small numbers of military personnel to Greenland for joint exercises with Denmark. This is largely to show solidarity with Greenald, moslty described as reconnaissance and preparatory missions.</p><p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/us-greenland-takeover-trump-says-he-feels-no-obligation-to-pursue-peace-after-nobel-snub-1768884641639/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/us-greenland-takeover-trump-says-he-feels-no-obligation-to-pursue-peace-after-nobel-snub-1768884641639/embed</a></p><p>Meanwhile, NORAD, the North American Aerospace Defense Command, has continued its 'routine' operations in Greenland from Pituffik Space Base. These ops include air defence, missile warning, and surveillance missions. &nbsp;NORAD exercises are also being described as planned and recurring. NORAD Aircraft are arriving to support 'long-planned activities' coordinated with Denmark.</p><p>The US already maintains about 200 troops in Pituffik permanently. It also has a plan for airfield upgrades worth up to $25 million.</p><p>All this military buildup is unusual for a so-far peaceful region, while everyone is insisting that it is 'routine' or 'planned/scheduled'.</p>

US, Danish, NATO and NORAD forces are increasing readiness in Greenland amid rising tensions over Trump's ambitions to take over or control the semi-autonomous region of Denmark. Officials call the moves routine, but the unusual troop buildups raise fears of limited conflict if talks fail

If no deal is struck between US President Donald Trump and the governments of Denmark and its semi-autonomous region Greenland, a limited armed confrontation is likely to follow. Both sides have ramped up their troop deployment or readiness. For a peaceful region, the current levels of committed troops or planned deployments are unusual. NORAD is sending troops, Danish military has send reinformcements, and NATO is getting involved more. An all-out war is highly unlikely if a stopgap arrangement is reached at Davos or afterwards on Trump's desire to control Greenland. But at the time of writing, practically all sides appear to be preparing for war while denying that anything is out of the ordinary. Here is a roundup. For Minnesota or Arctic? Pentagon has placed 1,500 active-duty solders on standby The US defence department has given 'prepare-to-deploy' orders to 1,500 active-duty soldiers from two infantry battalions of the 11th Airborne Division. The Arctic-warfare trained soldiers are based at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson and Fort Wainwright in Alaska. The 11th Airborne Division is the US Army’s primary Arctic and cold-weather formation. While the official version is for possible domestic deployment to Minnesota amid fighting between locals and immigration officials of ICE, there are doubts in defence news outlets that the standby could be for Greenland. The stated mission is to back federal authorities and protect federal facilities if unrest escalates in Minnesota, but note that such duties are usually handled by the National Guard. The Insurrection Act of 1807 could be invoked if state authorities are deemed unable to restore order. Pentagon spokespeople insisted there is no connection between the standby order and any overseas military operation, but it could also be a pressure tactic by the US on Greenland. Also read: 'Stop using so-called threat...’: Russia, China lash out at Trump over 'Greenland' text to Norway PM Danish authorities increase military presence and readiness Denmark has dispatched more than 100 combat soldiers to Greenland, with the chief of the Royal Danish Army, Peter Boysen, leading a "substantial contribution" of troops landing in Kangerlussuaq. At least 58 Danish troops have joined about 60 others already there to participate in Operation Arctic Endurance exercise. This includes guarding critical infrastructure and providing assistance to local authorities. The Danish military deployments include personnel, patrol assets, and airfield security elements. These so-called ‘defensive’ deployments are focused on sovereignty and surveillance. Also read: Can 25th Amendment be used against Trump over Greenland letter to Norway PM? Here's what we know NORAD arrives amid NATO's increased involvement in Arctic defence NATO allies are conducting or have planned Arctic exercises involving cold-weather operations, air defence, and logistics. European NATO countries, such as Germany, Sweden, France, Norway, the Netherlands, Finland, and the UK, are deploying small numbers of military personnel to Greenland for joint exercises with Denmark. This is largely to show solidarity with Greenald, moslty described as reconnaissance and preparatory missions. https://www.wionews.com/videos/us-greenland-takeover-trump-says-he-feels-no-obligation-to-pursue-peace-after-nobel-snub-1768884641639/embed Meanwhile, NORAD, the North American Aerospace Defense Command, has continued its 'routine' operations in Greenland from Pituffik Space Base. These ops include air defence, missile warning, and surveillance missions. NORAD exercises are also being described as planned and recurring. NORAD Aircraft are arriving to support 'long-planned activities' coordinated with Denmark. The US already maintains about 200 troops in Pituffik permanently. It also has a plan for airfield upgrades worth up to $25 million. All this military buildup is unusual for a so-far peaceful region, while everyone is insisting that it is 'routine' or 'planned/scheduled'.

<p>US, Danish, NATO and NORAD forces are increasing readiness in Greenland amid rising tensions over Trump's ambitions to take over or control the semi-autonomous region of Denmark. Officials call the moves routine, but the unusual troop buildups raise fears of limited conflict if talks fail</p>

War over Greenland soon? America's Arctic-trained 11th airborne division on standby as more Danish troops arrive

<p>US President Donald Trump on Monday (Jan 19) said that he had a "very good" phone call with NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte, with Greenland once again at the center of the discussion. Posting on his Truth Social platform, Trump said the conversation led to an agreement to hold a meeting involving "the various parties" on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland.</p><p>"I agreed to a meeting of the various parties in Davos, Switzerland," Trump wrote. “As I expressed to everyone, very plainly, Greenland is imperative for National and World Security. There can be no going back — On that, everyone agrees!”</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/norway-pm-confirms-trump-sent-chilling-text-linking-nobel-snub-to-greenland-control-says-told-potus-not-our-fault-1768873546072"><strong>Norway PM confirms Trump sent ‘chilling’ text linking Nobel snub to Greenland</strong></a></p>

<h2><strong>‘US territory, est. 2026.’</strong></h2><p>Just minutes later, the POTUS shared an AI-generated image that shows him driving a US flag into the ground alongside US Vice President JD Vance, and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio. The trio is pictured standing next to a board that reads "GREENLAND - US TERRITORY EST. 2026".</p>

<p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-1-billion-for-peace-confusion-and-panic-as-trump-forces-gaza-peace-board-event-on-davos-2026-1768882863505"><strong>Davos 2026: Confusion and panic as Trump forces Gaza ‘Peace Board’ event on WEF</strong></a></p><h2><strong>Tariff threats rattle allies</strong></h2><p>This comes just days after Trump threatened sweeping new tariffs on European allies who oppose his Greenland plan. He warned that several countries could face a 10 per cent duty on all exports to the United States from February 1.</p><p>German and French leaders condemned the move as "blackmail," with Paris insisting that Europe must be ready to hit back. The rhetoric sent markets sliding when they opened on Monday, with stocks falling across Europe and investors rushing into precious metals.&nbsp;</p><p>The European Union said it would hold an emergency summit on Thursday (Jan 22), stressing that its preference was to "engage not escalate", but warning it was prepared to act. However, when asked by a reporter what he planned to say to European leaders who opposed his plans to buy Greenland, Trump said: "I don't think they're gonna push back too much. We have to have it. They have to have this done".</p>

Trump says a “very good” call with NATO chief Mark Rutte led to plans for a Greenland meeting at Davos. Posting on Truth Social, he insisted Greenland is “imperative” for global security, then shared an AI image declaring it “US territory, est. 2026.”

US President Donald Trump on Monday (Jan 19) said that he had a "very good" phone call with NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte, with Greenland once again at the center of the discussion. Posting on his Truth Social platform, Trump said the conversation led to an agreement to hold a meeting involving "the various parties" on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. "I agreed to a meeting of the various parties in Davos, Switzerland," Trump wrote. “As I expressed to everyone, very plainly, Greenland is imperative for National and World Security. There can be no going back — On that, everyone agrees!” Also read | Norway PM confirms Trump sent ‘chilling’ text linking Nobel snub to Greenland

<p>Trump says a “very good” call with NATO chief Mark Rutte led to plans for a Greenland meeting at Davos. Posting on Truth Social, he insisted Greenland is “imperative” for global security, then shared an AI image declaring it “US territory, est. 2026.”</p>

‘There can be no going back’: Trump insists Greenland is ‘imperative,’ after 'very good' call with NATO chief

<p>A divorced Malaysian couple hoping to rekindle their relationship have found themselves behind bars after the country's religious enforcement officers raided their hotel room in the southern state of Johor. The couple has been arrested for an Islamic moral offence called "Khalwat". Here's all you need to know.</p><h2><strong>Late-night raid in Kluang</strong></h2><p>Early on Sunday (Jan 18) officers of the Johor's Islamic Religious Department, known as JAINJ, detained a couple at around 1.15am in a hotel in Kluang. The raid followed a tip-off alleging immoral behaviour. Authorities said the couple were suspected of Khalwat, an Islamic moral offence under Malaysia’s state-level sharia laws.</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-1-billion-for-peace-confusion-and-panic-as-trump-forces-gaza-peace-board-event-on-davos-2026-1768882863505"><strong>Davos 2026: Confusion and panic as Trump forces Gaza ‘Peace Board’ event on WEF</strong></a></p><h2><strong>What is Khalwat?</strong></h2><p>Khalwat, is a moral offence under Islamic laws and prohibits unrelated men and women from being alone together in private spaces where sexual misconduct might be suspected. Similar laws are in place in Muslim-majority Brunei and Indonesia's Aceh province. The law is enforced through routine raids and surveillance, reports South China Morning Post.</p><p>In Malaysia, Khalwat offences typically carry fines, short jail terms, or both. In more conservative states governed by the Pan-Malaysian Islamic Party, caning is also possible. The country operates under a dual legal system, with Islamic law applied to Muslims alongside civil law.</p><h2><strong>‘Nervous and trembling’</strong></h2><p>According to a JAINJ Facebook post, officers had to knock on the hotel room door several times before it was opened six to seven minutes later by a man wearing a T-shirt and trousers. Inside, they found a woman fully clothed, 'still shaking with the spirit of trembling lust' standing next to an unmade bed. "The condition of the beds, sheets, duvets and pillows, looks half alive," reads the Facebook post, written in Malay.</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/elon-musk-asks-users-if-they-can-break-grok-ai-moderation-x-responds-by-putting-him-in-bikinis-and-more-1768467434756"><strong>Elon Musk asks internet to test Grok's moderation, X chooses violence — and bikinis</strong></a></p><p>The couple initially told officers they were married, but failed to produce a marriage certificate when asked. JAINJ said both appeared nervous and agitated, raising doubts about their claim.</p><p>Investigators later confirmed that the two, both in their twenties, had been divorced for three to four years. They told officers they had recently reconciled and were planning to remarry. JAINJ shared a video clip of the raid on social media, set to the melancholic Malay love song Rindu Bayangan (Yearning for Shadows), which speaks of longing and missed chances. Watch it here:</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

A divorced Malaysian couple trying to rekindle their relationship has landed in jail after religious enforcement officers raided their hotel room in Johor, arresting them for an Islamic moral offence known as khalwat. Here is what happened.

A divorced Malaysian couple hoping to rekindle their relationship have found themselves behind bars after the country's religious enforcement officers raided their hotel room in the southern state of Johor. The couple has been arrested for an Islamic moral offence called "Khalwat". Here's all you need to know. Late-night raid in Kluang Early on Sunday (Jan 18) officers of the Johor's Islamic Religious Department, known as JAINJ, detained a couple at around 1.15am in a hotel in Kluang. The raid followed a tip-off alleging immoral behaviour. Authorities said the couple were suspected of Khalwat, an Islamic moral offence under Malaysia’s state-level sharia laws. Also read | Davos 2026: Confusion and panic as Trump forces Gaza ‘Peace Board’ event on WEF What is Khalwat? Khalwat, is a moral offence under Islamic laws and prohibits unrelated men and women from being alone together in private spaces where sexual misconduct might be suspected. Similar laws are in place in Muslim-majority Brunei and Indonesia's Aceh province. The law is enforced through routine raids and surveillance, reports South China Morning Post. In Malaysia, Khalwat offences typically carry fines, short jail terms, or both. In more conservative states governed by the Pan-Malaysian Islamic Party, caning is also possible. The country operates under a dual legal system, with Islamic law applied to Muslims alongside civil law. ‘Nervous and trembling’ According to a JAINJ Facebook post, officers had to knock on the hotel room door several times before it was opened six to seven minutes later by a man wearing a T-shirt and trousers. Inside, they found a woman fully clothed, 'still shaking with the spirit of trembling lust' standing next to an unmade bed. "The condition of the beds, sheets, duvets and pillows, looks half alive," reads the Facebook post, written in Malay. Also read | Elon Musk asks internet to test Grok's moderation, X chooses violence — and bikinis The couple initially told officers they were married, but failed to produce a marriage certificate when asked. JAINJ said both appeared nervous and agitated, raising doubts about their claim. Investigators later confirmed that the two, both in their twenties, had been divorced for three to four years. They told officers they had recently reconciled and were planning to remarry. JAINJ shared a video clip of the raid on social media, set to the melancholic Malay love song Rindu Bayangan (Yearning for Shadows), which speaks of longing and missed chances. Watch it here:

<p>A divorced Malaysian couple trying to rekindle their relationship has landed in jail after religious enforcement officers raided their hotel room in Johor, arresting them for an Islamic moral offence known as khalwat. Here is what happened.</p>

Malaysia’s morality police arrest divorced couple for trying to get back together. Why is that a crime?

<p>The 7-second gravity loss scare on August 12 has gone viral. People are panicking at the thought of what could happen on this day ever since social media was set abuzz with rumours that Earth's gravity could collapse on this day in 2026. While several people have dismissed it as a mere conspiracy theory, stating that it is impossible to happen, others are scared and wondering about it. NASA's name has been dragged into it as posts claim that the space agency has known about it for years and has been working on Project Anchor in preparation for this day. While NASA hasn't officially commented on the reports, a spokesman told fact–checking website Snopes, "The Earth will not lose gravity on August 12, 2026." The person explained why this cannot happen, especially because the reason being cited could never affect the planet's gravity. "Earth's gravity, or total gravitational force, is determined by its mass. The only way for the Earth to lose gravity would be for the Earth system, the combined mass of its core, mantle, crust, ocean, terrestrial water, and atmosphere, to lose mass."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The rumours of Earth losing its gravity have been doing the rounds on social media for a few days now. According to them, two black holes will collide and emit gravitational waves, which will cause Earth to lose gravity. It is not clear from where these reports first emerged, although now there are tons of them talking about this alleged incident. It is being said that on August 12, 2026, Earth will lose gravity for exactly seven seconds at 14:33 UTC (8:03 pm IST).&nbsp;</p><p>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/earth-to-lose-gravity-for-7-seconds-in-august-wild-claims-blame-two-black-holes-1768448696209"><strong>Earth to lose gravity for 7 seconds in August? Wild claims blame two black holes for alleged glitch</strong></a></p><h2><strong>Social media posts on Earth's gravity loss in August</strong></h2><p>Chaos will ensue as everything that is not tied down will rise up, float for seven seconds and then crash down. The posts say NASA has known about it for years and started "Project Anchor" in 2014. A budget of $89 billion has been allocated to ensure survival. The posts further claim that 40-60 million could die when this happens. Bunkers are reportedly being built to keep "essential personnel" safe.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The wild claims have no backing, and no one in an official capacity has confirmed it. Gravity is created by mass - the more mass an object has, the stronger the gravitational pull. This is why Jupiter has a stronger pull, and so does Sun. Earth's gravity is what keeps Moon in orbit around it and everything and everyone grounded on the planet. A black hole interaction, or any other cosmic event, can have no impact on Earth's gravity.&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;</p>

Earth gravity loss rumours have gone viral on the internet. Claims are being made that two black holes will cause a collapse on August 12. However, it is a scientific improbability and can only happen if the entire Earth system loses mass. 

The 7-second gravity loss scare on August 12 has gone viral. People are panicking at the thought of what could happen on this day ever since social media was set abuzz with rumours that Earth's gravity could collapse on this day in 2026. While several people have dismissed it as a mere conspiracy theory, stating that it is impossible to happen, others are scared and wondering about it. NASA's name has been dragged into it as posts claim that the space agency has known about it for years and has been working on Project Anchor in preparation for this day. While NASA hasn't officially commented on the reports, a spokesman told fact–checking website Snopes, "The Earth will not lose gravity on August 12, 2026." The person explained why this cannot happen, especially because the reason being cited could never affect the planet's gravity. "Earth's gravity, or total gravitational force, is determined by its mass. The only way for the Earth to lose gravity would be for the Earth system, the combined mass of its core, mantle, crust, ocean, terrestrial water, and atmosphere, to lose mass." The rumours of Earth losing its gravity have been doing the rounds on social media for a few days now. According to them, two black holes will collide and emit gravitational waves, which will cause Earth to lose gravity. It is not clear from where these reports first emerged, although now there are tons of them talking about this alleged incident. It is being said that on August 12, 2026, Earth will lose gravity for exactly seven seconds at 14:33 UTC (8:03 pm IST). Also Read: Earth to lose gravity for 7 seconds in August? Wild claims blame two black holes for alleged glitch Social media posts on Earth's gravity loss in August Chaos will ensue as everything that is not tied down will rise up, float for seven seconds and then crash down. The posts say NASA has known about it for years and started "Project Anchor" in 2014. A budget of $89 billion has been allocated to ensure survival. The posts further claim that 40-60 million could die when this happens. Bunkers are reportedly being built to keep "essential personnel" safe. The wild claims have no backing, and no one in an official capacity has confirmed it. Gravity is created by mass - the more mass an object has, the stronger the gravitational pull. This is why Jupiter has a stronger pull, and so does Sun. Earth's gravity is what keeps Moon in orbit around it and everything and everyone grounded on the planet. A black hole interaction, or any other cosmic event, can have no impact on Earth's gravity.

<p>Earth gravity loss rumours have gone viral on the internet. Claims are being made that two black holes will cause a collapse on August 12. However, it is a scientific improbability and can only happen if the entire Earth system loses mass.&nbsp;</p>

7-second gravity collapse on Earth could never happen, unless...

<p>US President Donald Trump is planning on staging a high-profile signing "ceremony" for his controversial Gaza 'Board of Peace' at the World Economic Forum in Davos. The ceremony will pay homage to Trump's 'peace' efforts comes with a whopping $1 billion "contribution" for nations looking to be a par of the peacekeeping efforts. Trump administration's invites to world leaders as per reports has left diplomats and organisers scrambling behind the scenes.</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-links-nobel-snub-to-greenland-push-says-no-longer-bound-to-think-peace-1768871744420"><strong>US Treasury Chief says it would be ‘very unwise’ for Europe to escalate after Trump's 'no Nobel, no peace' remark</strong></a></p><h2><strong>Confusion reigns behind the scenes</strong></h2><p>According to a Bloomberg report, confusion has spread among officials as Trump presses for a last-minute event to showcase his newly announced "Board of Peace," a body the White House unveiled only days ago. Trump wants the board formally launched on the sidelines of the world's most prestigious economic gathering, thrusting it into the spotlight as global leaders arrive in Switzerland.</p><p>The WEF forum schedule published online lists a “Special Address by Donald J. Trump, President of the United States of America” for January 21, 2026 (14:30–15:15 CET) but has no mention of a charter signing on Jan 22.</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">🚨Trump&#39;s Board of Peace charter signing ceremony: Thursday 10:30am in Davos <a href="https://t.co/vm0yT88Qam">pic.twitter.com/vm0yT88Qam</a></p>&mdash; Maga New York (@Maganewy) <a href="https://twitter.com/Maganewy/status/2013333592718405660?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 19, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>The Board of Peace has been presented as a mechanism to guide Gaza's post-war reconstruction and was endorsed by the UN Security Council last November. Yet its charter makes no explicit reference to Gaza. As more details emerge, attention has shifted to the board's reported $1 billion buy-in fee and what that money would actually fund.</p><h2><strong>Peacekeeping grift?</strong></h2><p>Over the weekend, Trump's administration sent a wave of invitations to world leaders including India, to join what was described as a "one of a kind" board. Other leaders that made the list of invitees were Russian President Vladimir Putin and Belarusian leader Alexander Lukashenko, both long isolated from Western forums.</p><p>While Moscow and Minsk appeared receptive, many European officials were stunned by the steep price tag of the "buy-in" and the lack of clarity around how funds would be managed.</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/norway-pm-confirms-trump-sent-chilling-text-linking-nobel-snub-to-greenland-control-says-told-potus-not-our-fault-1768873546072"><strong>Norway PM confirms Trump sent ‘chilling’ text linking Nobel snub to Greenland</strong></a></p><h2><strong>Davos braces for disruption</strong></h2><p>In Davos, thousands of delegates are gathering for the four-day forum, to discuss "improving the state of the world." In the middle of world's foremost economic meeting, Trump's apparent scheming to inject his trademark defunction and self-promotion has triggered panic.</p><p>Bloomberg reports that European governments are now scrambling to revisit the board's terms. A central concern is where the permanent membership fee would go, and what safeguards would ensure the money is used for rebuilding Gaza, an unnamed US official told Associated Press.</p><p>Trump's decision to chair the board has only deepened unease. European officials are reportedly worried that this leaves decision-making power in the hands of a leader who is not only openly threatening to seize Greenland, but has now confessed that he no longer feels obliged to think "purely of peace" after a Nobel Peace Prize snub.</p><p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/israel-gaza-war-trump-s-gaza-board-of-peace-faces-hesitation-from-key-allies-1768879281368/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/israel-gaza-war-trump-s-gaza-board-of-peace-faces-hesitation-from-key-allies-1768879281368/embed</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p>

US President Donald Trump, as per reports, is planning a high-profile signing ceremony for his controversial Gaza “Board of Peace” at the World Economic Forum in Davos, complete with a reported $1 billion buy-in for participating countries. All details here.

US President Donald Trump is planning on staging a high-profile signing "ceremony" for his controversial Gaza 'Board of Peace' at the World Economic Forum in Davos. The ceremony will pay homage to Trump's 'peace' efforts comes with a whopping $1 billion "contribution" for nations looking to be a par of the peacekeeping efforts. Trump administration's invites to world leaders as per reports has left diplomats and organisers scrambling behind the scenes. Also read | US Treasury Chief says it would be ‘very unwise’ for Europe to escalate after Trump's 'no Nobel, no peace' remark Confusion reigns behind the scenes According to a Bloomberg report, confusion has spread among officials as Trump presses for a last-minute event to showcase his newly announced "Board of Peace," a body the White House unveiled only days ago. Trump wants the board formally launched on the sidelines of the world's most prestigious economic gathering, thrusting it into the spotlight as global leaders arrive in Switzerland. The WEF forum schedule published online lists a “Special Address by Donald J. Trump, President of the United States of America” for January 21, 2026 (14:30–15:15 CET) but has no mention of a charter signing on Jan 22.

<p>US President Donald Trump, as per reports, is planning a high-profile signing ceremony for his controversial Gaza “Board of Peace” at the World Economic Forum in Davos, complete with a reported $1 billion buy-in for participating countries. All details here.</p>

$1 billion for ‘peace’? Confusion and panic as Trump forces Gaza ‘Peace Board’ event on Davos 2026

<p>A terrifying 100-car pileup was reported in Michigan as a powerful Arctic storm blasts through parts of the United States. Six inches of snow fell across New England, leading to icy conditions on roads. Heavy snowfall accompanied by strong winds on Monday morning triggered a major pile-up on Interstate 196 in Michigan. As several vehicles collided with one another, others behind veered off the road to avoid crashing into the cars in front of them. The Michigan State Police said that 30-40 semi-trucks were involved in the pile-up, making the situation even more terrifying. Videos of the crash on the Michigan interstate show vehicles strewn around in unbelievably snowy conditions. The Ottawa County Sheriff's Office said those stranded on the Michigan interstate would be removed to Hudsonville High School on buses. &nbsp;All those in the pile-up have been advised to remain in their vehicles. No fatalities were reported in the incident, although police said minor injuries did happen.</p><h2><strong>Michigan interstate 100-vehicle pile up video</strong></h2>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">BREAKING NEWS 📰<br>Vehicles continued to slam into each other until there were over 100+ in a pile up in Michigan with multiple injuries reported.<br><br>Footage shows a vehicle ramming into others despite traffic, semi-trucks, FedEx trucks, and cars obviously halted in the snow<br><br>Watch⏬ <a href="https://t.co/nEuv4y3MDr">pic.twitter.com/nEuv4y3MDr</a></p>&mdash; Free the World 🇺🇲🌏🦅 (@PatriotVerity) <a href="https://twitter.com/PatriotVerity/status/2013328685894426956?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 19, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>Pedro Mata Jr, one of the drivers caught in the accident, recalled hearing "bangs and booms" behind him while he managed to safely remove his pickup from the road to avoid being hit from behind. According to the sheriff's office, lake-effect snow triggered the chain reaction at 10:20 am. Heavy snow blew across the roads with winds of up to 40mph, which affected visibility, leading to the pile-up. The police have warned people of treacherous road conditions, urging drivers to keep the speed down as "blowing winds and blinding snow are creating dangerous travel conditions." The freezing temperatures have also caused similar conditions in other parts of the US. In New York, a 30-car pileup was reported on Interstate 81 on Friday, leaving seven people injured. On Wednesday, around 30 vehicles were involved in a pileup in Indiana. A truck got so badly trapped that it could not be removed for several hours.</p><h2><strong>Arctic storm in US</strong></h2><p>New England witnessed one of the biggest snowstorms of the season on Sunday night, as around six inches of snow fell. Temperatures will plummet significantly on Monday night and barely rise by Tuesday morning across southern New England. More storms are forecasted from northern Minnesota through to Wisconsin, Indiana, Ohio, Pennsylvania and New York.</p>

A scary pile-up on an interstate in Michigan involving over 100 vehicles was caused by the Arctic storm. Strong winds and snow reduced visibility, causing a chain reaction that caused collisions. Those on the scene recalled hearing loud noises around them.

A terrifying 100-car pileup was reported in Michigan as a powerful Arctic storm blasts through parts of the United States. Six inches of snow fell across New England, leading to icy conditions on roads. Heavy snowfall accompanied by strong winds on Monday morning triggered a major pile-up on Interstate 196 in Michigan. As several vehicles collided with one another, others behind veered off the road to avoid crashing into the cars in front of them. The Michigan State Police said that 30-40 semi-trucks were involved in the pile-up, making the situation even more terrifying. Videos of the crash on the Michigan interstate show vehicles strewn around in unbelievably snowy conditions. The Ottawa County Sheriff's Office said those stranded on the Michigan interstate would be removed to Hudsonville High School on buses. All those in the pile-up have been advised to remain in their vehicles. No fatalities were reported in the incident, although police said minor injuries did happen. Michigan interstate 100-vehicle pile up video

<p>A scary pile-up on an interstate in Michigan involving over 100 vehicles was caused by the Arctic storm. Strong winds and snow reduced visibility, causing a chain reaction that caused collisions. Those on the scene recalled hearing loud noises around them.</p>

'Bangs and booms': Over 100 vehicles crash into each other in terrifying Michigan pile-up amid Arctic storm | VIDEO

<p>The strongest solar radiation storm in over two decades was recorded on Monday (January 19), which will not only bring beautiful auroras but also disrupt communication networks in affected regions. The Space Weather Prediction Center (SWPC) announced on Monday that this storm is currently in progress and is classified as an “S4” – the second-highest possible level. It added that such a solar storm is incredibly rare, and the last time something like this was seen was in October 2003. Forecasters say that it has triggered a severe geomagnetic storm, which has intensified to a G4 by the afternoon of Monday. “We reached nearly 20 times what’s normal background level for magnetic energy out in space with that arrival here at Earth,” Shawn Dahl, a service coordinator with the SWPC, was quoted as saying by WPRI News. The high-intensity storm is expected to last for days and bring severe consequences.</p><h2><strong>Where will northern lights be visible in the US?</strong></h2><p><br>According to officials, high-frequency communications could be completely cut off in the polar regions. The radiation is also likely to pose a health hazard for those flying on aeroplanes at high altitudes. The strong geomagnetic storm will bring auroras to several places in the United States, especially those further north. According to forecasters, the northern lights are expected to put up a show in Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana, Wyoming, northern Utah, northern Colorado, North Dakota, South Dakota, Nebraska, northern Kansas, Minnesota, Iowa, northern Missouri, Wisconsin, Michigan, Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, Pennsylvania, New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Rhode Island, Massachusetts, Vermont, New Hampshire, Maine and Alaska. If the intensity of the geomagnetic storm grows to G4 again, places as far as Alabama and California could also see auroras, SWPC said.</p><p>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/scientists-reveal-some-asteroids-could-become-even-more-lethal-as-they-enter-earth-1768826705999"><strong>Scientists reveal some asteroids could become even more lethal as they enter Earth</strong></a></p><h2><strong>Solar storm impact on satellites, astronauts and health</strong></h2><p><br>The storm could disrupt pipelines and rail services because of the electrical current induced by the storm. Coronal Mass Ejections (CMEs) come with their own magnetic field that causes this current, which can wreak havoc on power grids, radio communications and GPS, Robert Steenburgh, a space scientist at SWPC, said. However, phones and ATMs should work fine unless there is a power outage. When a similar solar storm occurred in October 2003, spacecraft and satellites were hit. Scientists in Antarctica lost communications for five days, and astronauts on the International Space Station implemented measures to shield themselves from the radiation. This time as well, those aboard the ISS will have to protect themselves, and SWPC is working with NASA to ensure they remain safe.</p>

The strongest solar storm in the past 20 years was recorded on January 19. The “S4” storm is in progress and will last for several days. It has also triggered a G4 geomagnetic storm that will disrupt satellites and bring auroras. NASA is working to protect astronauts from radiation.

The strongest solar radiation storm in over two decades was recorded on Monday (January 19), which will not only bring beautiful auroras but also disrupt communication networks in affected regions. The Space Weather Prediction Center (SWPC) announced on Monday that this storm is currently in progress and is classified as an “S4” – the second-highest possible level. It added that such a solar storm is incredibly rare, and the last time something like this was seen was in October 2003. Forecasters say that it has triggered a severe geomagnetic storm, which has intensified to a G4 by the afternoon of Monday. “We reached nearly 20 times what’s normal background level for magnetic energy out in space with that arrival here at Earth,” Shawn Dahl, a service coordinator with the SWPC, was quoted as saying by WPRI News. The high-intensity storm is expected to last for days and bring severe consequences. Where will northern lights be visible in the US? According to officials, high-frequency communications could be completely cut off in the polar regions. The radiation is also likely to pose a health hazard for those flying on aeroplanes at high altitudes. The strong geomagnetic storm will bring auroras to several places in the United States, especially those further north. According to forecasters, the northern lights are expected to put up a show in Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana, Wyoming, northern Utah, northern Colorado, North Dakota, South Dakota, Nebraska, northern Kansas, Minnesota, Iowa, northern Missouri, Wisconsin, Michigan, Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, Pennsylvania, New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Rhode Island, Massachusetts, Vermont, New Hampshire, Maine and Alaska. If the intensity of the geomagnetic storm grows to G4 again, places as far as Alabama and California could also see auroras, SWPC said. Also Read: Scientists reveal some asteroids could become even more lethal as they enter Earth Solar storm impact on satellites, astronauts and health The storm could disrupt pipelines and rail services because of the electrical current induced by the storm. Coronal Mass Ejections (CMEs) come with their own magnetic field that causes this current, which can wreak havoc on power grids, radio communications and GPS, Robert Steenburgh, a space scientist at SWPC, said. However, phones and ATMs should work fine unless there is a power outage. When a similar solar storm occurred in October 2003, spacecraft and satellites were hit. Scientists in Antarctica lost communications for five days, and astronauts on the International Space Station implemented measures to shield themselves from the radiation. This time as well, those aboard the ISS will have to protect themselves, and SWPC is working with NASA to ensure they remain safe.

<p>The strongest solar storm in the past 20 years was recorded on January 19. The “S4” storm is in progress and will last for several days. It has also triggered a G4 geomagnetic storm that will disrupt satellites and bring auroras. NASA is working to protect astronauts from radiation.</p>

Strongest solar storm radiation in over 20 years slams Earth: Where to see auroras?

<p>Iron-rich asteroids and meteorites can pose a larger risk to Earth as compared to other space rocks, a new study by a team of international scientists has revealed. There are innumerable bodies inside our solar system, and some of them come in close proximity to Earth. The Near-Earth Asteroids (NEAs) are 37,000 at the moment, while 120 short-period near-Earth comets (NECs) are known to humans. Asteroid warning systems are in place to monitor these rocks. NASA and other space agencies keep a close watch on them to be aware if any of them could pose a danger to Earth. Scientists say that Earth is completely safe from Potentially Hazardous Objects (PHOs) for at least the next 100 years. However, studies on these rocks are an ongoing process. A team of international scientists studied how a paritcualr type of asteroids could threaten Earth and found something shocking.</p><h2><strong>How iron meteorites react to stress of entering Earth</strong></h2><p>They conducted a simulation that showed M-type asteroids, or those rich in metals, can absorb significantly more energy without breaking apart and may even become tougher in the process. The study was published in Nature Communications. Using CERN's High Radiation to Materials (HiRadMat) facility, they irradiated a sample of an iron meteorite to see how much stress metal-rich asteroids (M-type) can withstand as they enter Earth's atmosphere. They subjected a sample of the Campo del Cielo iron meteorite to extremely energetic 440 GeV proton beams. They captured real-time data using Doppler vibrometry on how the material responded as the stress increased.</p><p>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/4-25bn-years-ago-an-impact-gave-a-dramatic-makeover-to-the-far-side-of-moon-1768823215663"><strong>4.25bn years ago, an impact gave a dramatic makeover to the far side of Moon</strong></a></p><h2><strong>Iron meteorites grow stronger</strong></h2><p>They noted that as stress levels increased, the meteorite gave away more energy. The researchers say that their findings show that energy likely travels deep inside an asteroid, and the internal structure of asteroids changes to amplify the stress. Study co-author Professor Gianluca Gregori (Department of Physics, University of Oxford) said, “This is the first time we have been able to observe, non-destructively and in real time, how an actual meteorite sample deforms, strengthens, and adapts under extreme conditions.”</p><p>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/2-300-foot-asteroid-spinning-every-1-88-minutes-leaves-scientists-stunned-1767961166669"><strong>Why this asteroid discovered by Vera Rubin is giving scientists a headache</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>This finding can have major implications for asteroid deflection missions if certain types of asteroids grow stronger under stress instead of splitting up. This means that if such an asteroid were to hit Earth, we cannot rely on it to fragment when it enters the atmosphere. Instead, there is a chance that it might become stronger under stress.</p>

An asteroid impact would be devastating for Earth, but certain types of space rocks can be even more damaging, as, instead of breaking apart, they could become stronger. Scientists say this could have major implications for asteroid deflection missions.

Iron-rich asteroids and meteorites can pose a larger risk to Earth as compared to other space rocks, a new study by a team of international scientists has revealed. There are innumerable bodies inside our solar system, and some of them come in close proximity to Earth. The Near-Earth Asteroids (NEAs) are 37,000 at the moment, while 120 short-period near-Earth comets (NECs) are known to humans. Asteroid warning systems are in place to monitor these rocks. NASA and other space agencies keep a close watch on them to be aware if any of them could pose a danger to Earth. Scientists say that Earth is completely safe from Potentially Hazardous Objects (PHOs) for at least the next 100 years. However, studies on these rocks are an ongoing process. A team of international scientists studied how a paritcualr type of asteroids could threaten Earth and found something shocking. How iron meteorites react to stress of entering Earth They conducted a simulation that showed M-type asteroids, or those rich in metals, can absorb significantly more energy without breaking apart and may even become tougher in the process. The study was published in Nature Communications. Using CERN's High Radiation to Materials (HiRadMat) facility, they irradiated a sample of an iron meteorite to see how much stress metal-rich asteroids (M-type) can withstand as they enter Earth's atmosphere. They subjected a sample of the Campo del Cielo iron meteorite to extremely energetic 440 GeV proton beams. They captured real-time data using Doppler vibrometry on how the material responded as the stress increased. Also Read: 4.25bn years ago, an impact gave a dramatic makeover to the far side of Moon Iron meteorites grow stronger They noted that as stress levels increased, the meteorite gave away more energy. The researchers say that their findings show that energy likely travels deep inside an asteroid, and the internal structure of asteroids changes to amplify the stress. Study co-author Professor Gianluca Gregori (Department of Physics, University of Oxford) said, “This is the first time we have been able to observe, non-destructively and in real time, how an actual meteorite sample deforms, strengthens, and adapts under extreme conditions.” Also Read: Why this asteroid discovered by Vera Rubin is giving scientists a headache This finding can have major implications for asteroid deflection missions if certain types of asteroids grow stronger under stress instead of splitting up. This means that if such an asteroid were to hit Earth, we cannot rely on it to fragment when it enters the atmosphere. Instead, there is a chance that it might become stronger under stress.

<p>An asteroid impact would be devastating for Earth, but certain types of space rocks can be even more damaging, as, instead of breaking apart, they could become stronger. Scientists say this could have major implications for asteroid deflection missions.</p>

Scientists reveal some asteroids could become even more lethal as they enter Earth

<p>Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Store has confirmed that he received a threatening text message from US President Donald Trump, in which the POTUS complained about not receiving the Nobel Peace Prize and suggested the snub had changed his "peaceful" outlook on global affairs and alliances. Store said the message was sent directly to him and followed earlier communication from Norway and Finland opposing Washington's tariff threats linked to Greenland.</p><h2><strong>Norway pushes back on Trump' Nobel claim</strong></h2><p>In a statement, Store said he made it clear to Trump that the Norwegian government has no role in awarding the Nobel Peace Prize.</p><p>"I have clearly explained, including to President Trump, what is well known, the prize is awarded by an independent Nobel Committee and not the Norwegian Government," he said.</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-links-nobel-snub-to-greenland-push-says-no-longer-bound-to-think-peace-1768871744420"><strong>Trump links Nobel snub to Greenland push, says no longer bound to think 'peace'</strong></a></p><p>Store added that Trump’s message came in response to a joint note sent earlier in the day by himself and Finnish President Alexander Stubb. That message conveyed their opposition to proposed US tariff hikes targeting Norway, Finland and other European countries. The two leaders also urged de-escalation and suggested a phone call with Trump. According to Store, Trump responded shortly afterwards and later chose to share his message with other NATO leaders.</p><p>"I can confirm that this is a text message that I received yesterday afternoon from President Trump. It came in response to a short text message from me to President Trump sent earlier on the same day, on behalf of myself and the President of Finland, Alexander Stubb. In our message to Trump, we conveyed our opposition to his announced tariff increases against Norway, Finland and select other countries," he said.</p><h2><strong>Trump links Nobel prize snub to Greenland acquisition push</strong></h2><p>In the text, Trump argued that Norway’s failure to award him the Nobel Peace Prize had altered his outlook. "Considering your Country decided not to give me the Nobel Peace Prize for having stopped 8 Wars PLUS, I no longer feel an obligation to think purely of Peace," Trump wrote. He went on to argue that Denmark could not protect Greenland from Russia or China, and claimed there were no written documents proving Danish ownership.</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-he-deserves-it-machado-trying-to-win-over-potus-finally-trump-gets-nobel-peace-medal-1768544304581"><strong>'He deserves it': Machado trying to win over POTUS? FINALLY Trump gets ‘Nobel Peace’ medal</strong></a></p><p>"Denmark cannot protect that land from Russia or China, and why do they have a ‘right of ownership’ anyway? There are no written documents." He then claimed that the "World is not secure unless we have Complete and Total Control of Greenland."</p><h2><strong>Norway backs Denmark and NATO</strong></h2><p>Store firmly rejected that position, reiterating Norway’s support for Denmark’s sovereignty over Greenland. He said security in the Arctic should be handled through NATO, not unilateral action.</p><p>"Norway's position on Greenland is clear. Greenland is a part of the Kingdom of Denmark, and Norway fully supports the Kingdom of Denmark on this matter. We also support that NATO, in a responsible way, is taking steps to strengthen security and stability in the Arctic," he said.</p><p>Trump has threatened to impose 10 per cent tariffs on the UK and EU countries if they refuse to agree to a US takeover of Greenland, a move that has further strained relations with European allies.<br>&nbsp;</p>

In a statement, Store said he made it clear to Trump that the Norwegian government has no role in awarding the Nobel Peace Prize.

Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Store has confirmed that he received a threatening text message from US President Donald Trump, in which the POTUS complained about not receiving the Nobel Peace Prize and suggested the snub had changed his "peaceful" outlook on global affairs and alliances. Store said the message was sent directly to him and followed earlier communication from Norway and Finland opposing Washington's tariff threats linked to Greenland. Norway pushes back on Trump' Nobel claim In a statement, Store said he made it clear to Trump that the Norwegian government has no role in awarding the Nobel Peace Prize. "I have clearly explained, including to President Trump, what is well known, the prize is awarded by an independent Nobel Committee and not the Norwegian Government," he said. Also read | Trump links Nobel snub to Greenland push, says no longer bound to think 'peace' Store added that Trump’s message came in response to a joint note sent earlier in the day by himself and Finnish President Alexander Stubb. That message conveyed their opposition to proposed US tariff hikes targeting Norway, Finland and other European countries. The two leaders also urged de-escalation and suggested a phone call with Trump. According to Store, Trump responded shortly afterwards and later chose to share his message with other NATO leaders. "I can confirm that this is a text message that I received yesterday afternoon from President Trump. It came in response to a short text message from me to President Trump sent earlier on the same day, on behalf of myself and the President of Finland, Alexander Stubb. In our message to Trump, we conveyed our opposition to his announced tariff increases against Norway, Finland and select other countries," he said. Trump links Nobel prize snub to Greenland acquisition push In the text, Trump argued that Norway’s failure to award him the Nobel Peace Prize had altered his outlook. "Considering your Country decided not to give me the Nobel Peace Prize for having stopped 8 Wars PLUS, I no longer feel an obligation to think purely of Peace," Trump wrote. He went on to argue that Denmark could not protect Greenland from Russia or China, and claimed there were no written documents proving Danish ownership. Also read | 'He deserves it': Machado trying to win over POTUS? FINALLY Trump gets ‘Nobel Peace’ medal "Denmark cannot protect that land from Russia or China, and why do they have a ‘right of ownership’ anyway? There are no written documents." He then claimed that the "World is not secure unless we have Complete and Total Control of Greenland." Norway backs Denmark and NATO Store firmly rejected that position, reiterating Norway’s support for Denmark’s sovereignty over Greenland. He said security in the Arctic should be handled through NATO, not unilateral action. "Norway's position on Greenland is clear. Greenland is a part of the Kingdom of Denmark, and Norway fully supports the Kingdom of Denmark on this matter. We also support that NATO, in a responsible way, is taking steps to strengthen security and stability in the Arctic," he said. Trump has threatened to impose 10 per cent tariffs on the UK and EU countries if they refuse to agree to a US takeover of Greenland, a move that has further strained relations with European allies.

<p>In a statement, Store said he made it clear to Trump that the Norwegian government has no role in awarding the Nobel Peace Prize.</p>

Norway PM confirms Trump sent ‘chilling’ text linking Nobel snub to Greenland control, says told POTUS 'not our fault'

<p>US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on Monday (Jan 19) sought to play down the fallout from US President's 'No Nobel, No Peace' comment and insisted it would be "very unwise" for Europe to escalate. Speaking in Davos, he dismissed any suggestion that Trump’s Greenland push was tied to the Nobel Prize. Previously, Trump had warned that he no longer feels bound to think "purely of peace" after being snubbed for a Nobel Peace Prize, as he intensified his campaign to take control of Greenland. The shocking remark appeared in a text message Trump sent to Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Store, published on Monday. In it, Trump questioned Denmark’s right to Greenland and said the United States needed "complete and total control" of the vast Arctic island.</p><h2><strong>No Nobel, No Peace?</strong></h2><p>In what is nothing short of an extraordinary conversation, Trump questioned Denmark's right to Greenland and said that, given that Denmark did not give him a Nobel, he was no longer bound to think of peace.&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/opinions/under-trump-2-0-us-slides-back-to-the-19th-century-1768871337913"><strong>Under Trump 2.0, US slides back to the 19th century</strong></a><br>"Considering your Country decided not to give me the Nobel Peace Prize for having stopped 8 Wars PLUS, I no longer feel an obligation to think purely of Peace," Trump wrote. He went on to argue that Denmark could not protect Greenland from Russia or China, and claimed there were no written documents proving Danish ownership.</p><p>"Denmark cannot protect that land from Russia or China, and why do they have a ‘right of ownership’ anyway? There are no written documents." He then claimed that the "World is not secure unless we have Complete and Total Control of Greenland."</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-he-deserves-it-machado-trying-to-win-over-potus-finally-trump-gets-nobel-peace-medal-1768544304581"><strong>'He deserves it': Machado trying to win over POTUS? FINALLY Trump gets ‘Nobel Peace’ medal</strong></a></p><h2><strong>Tariff threats rattle allies</strong></h2><p>The message surfaced just days after Trump threatened sweeping new tariffs on European allies who oppose his Greenland plan. He warned that several countries could face a 10 per cent duty on all exports to the United States from February 1.</p><p>German and French leaders condemned the move as "blackmail," with Paris insisting that Europe must be ready to hit back. The rhetoric sent markets sliding when they opened on Monday, with stocks falling across Europe and investors rushing into precious metals.</p><p>The European Union said it would hold an emergency summit on Thursday (Jan 22), stressing that its preference was to "engage not escalate", but warning it was prepared to act.</p>

"Considering your Country decided not to give me the Nobel Peace Prize for having stopped 8 Wars PLUS, I no longer feel an obligation to think purely of Peace," Trump wrote.

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on Monday (Jan 19) sought to play down the fallout from US President's 'No Nobel, No Peace' comment and insisted it would be "very unwise" for Europe to escalate. Speaking in Davos, he dismissed any suggestion that Trump’s Greenland push was tied to the Nobel Prize. Previously, Trump had warned that he no longer feels bound to think "purely of peace" after being snubbed for a Nobel Peace Prize, as he intensified his campaign to take control of Greenland. The shocking remark appeared in a text message Trump sent to Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Store, published on Monday. In it, Trump questioned Denmark’s right to Greenland and said the United States needed "complete and total control" of the vast Arctic island. No Nobel, No Peace? In what is nothing short of an extraordinary conversation, Trump questioned Denmark's right to Greenland and said that, given that Denmark did not give him a Nobel, he was no longer bound to think of peace. Also read | Under Trump 2.0, US slides back to the 19th century "Considering your Country decided not to give me the Nobel Peace Prize for having stopped 8 Wars PLUS, I no longer feel an obligation to think purely of Peace," Trump wrote. He went on to argue that Denmark could not protect Greenland from Russia or China, and claimed there were no written documents proving Danish ownership. "Denmark cannot protect that land from Russia or China, and why do they have a ‘right of ownership’ anyway? There are no written documents." He then claimed that the "World is not secure unless we have Complete and Total Control of Greenland." Also read | 'He deserves it': Machado trying to win over POTUS? FINALLY Trump gets ‘Nobel Peace’ medal Tariff threats rattle allies The message surfaced just days after Trump threatened sweeping new tariffs on European allies who oppose his Greenland plan. He warned that several countries could face a 10 per cent duty on all exports to the United States from February 1. German and French leaders condemned the move as "blackmail," with Paris insisting that Europe must be ready to hit back. The rhetoric sent markets sliding when they opened on Monday, with stocks falling across Europe and investors rushing into precious metals. The European Union said it would hold an emergency summit on Thursday (Jan 22), stressing that its preference was to "engage not escalate", but warning it was prepared to act.

<p>"Considering your Country decided not to give me the Nobel Peace Prize for having stopped 8 Wars PLUS, I no longer feel an obligation to think purely of Peace," Trump wrote.</p>

US Treasury Chief says it would be ‘very unwise’ for Europe to escalate after Trump's 'no Nobel, no peace' remark

<p>Former Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif’s grandson Junaid Safdar married Shanzay Ali Rohail in a grand wedding ceremony in Lahore. The celebrations ran for multiple days and included a nikaah ceremony and a mehendi ceremony. While the photos hint at dreamy celebrations, the wedding is in the news for other reasons. For the wedding celebrations, Shanzay the bride, wore two ensembles by Indian designers, which have triggered mixed reactions online.&nbsp;</p><h2>Pakistani bride wears Sabyasachi, Tarun Tahiliani</h2><p>For her mehendi ceremony, Shanzeh Ali chose a lehenga by renowned Indian designer Sabyasachi Mukherjee. The heavy embroidered lehenga was in hues of green and red. Shanzeh is the granddaughter of Nawaz Sharif's longtime ally Rohail Asghar.</p>

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<p>Not just Sabyasachi, but the bride also wore a Tarun Tahiliani creation for her wedding ceremony. She paired the elaborate saree with a diamond necklace featuring a massive emerald at the centre.</p>

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<p> </p><p>While the bride looked breathtaking in both ensembles, her choice of designers triggered a debate on social media in Pakistan.</p><p> </p><h2>About the groom</h2><p>The groom Muhammad Junaid Safdar is the son of Maryam Nawaz Sharif and Muhammad Safdar Awan. Maryam Nawaz Sharif is the chief minister of Pakistan's Punjab, and she is the first woman in the country to hold the office of a chief minister in the country.</p><p> </p><p>This is Junaid's second wedding. He married Ayesha Saif Khan, daughter of Saifur Rehman Khan, a former chairman of the National Accountability Bureau, in 2021. The couple announced their divorce on Instagram in October 2023.</p><p> </p><h2>Pakistani internet reacts</h2><p>“Very mid. I’m sure Pakistani designers could have made her something more Pakistani, but well…” read one comment on Instagram.</p><p> </p><p>“Shame on giving taxes to India,” said another person.</p><p> </p><p>Some questioned Pakistan’s obsession for Indian designers. “What’s this obsession with Indian designers? They drool over our Pakistani clothes and look at this!”</p><p> </p><p>“Always picking ordinary Indian designs over our own absolutely amazing designers,” another commented.</p><p> </p><p>There were others who spoke in defence of the bride.</p><p> </p><p>“Indians wear Pakistani designers and vice versa. Why can’t we appreciate and promote our designers,” said one person.</p><p> </p><p>“To everyone criticizing her choice - I'm sure the outfit you chose for yourself at your wedding or in daily life isn't liked by everyone. It's 2026, can we all grow up and stop criticizing brides for wearing whatever they want at their own wedding, paid for by themselves/their family?” another asked.</p><p> </p>

Social media users in Pakistan seem to be divided over Shanzay Ali Rohail's choice of designers as she married Nawaz Sharif's grandson, Junaid Safdar, in a grand ceremony recently. Shanzay chose Sabyasachi and Tarun Tahiliani creations for her special day.

Former Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif’s grandson Junaid Safdar married Shanzay Ali Rohail in a grand wedding ceremony in Lahore. The celebrations ran for multiple days and included a nikaah ceremony and a mehendi ceremony. While the photos hint at dreamy celebrations, the wedding is in the news for other reasons. For the wedding celebrations, Shanzay the bride, wore two ensembles by Indian designers, which have triggered mixed reactions online. Pakistani bride wears Sabyasachi, Tarun Tahiliani For her mehendi ceremony, Shanzeh Ali chose a lehenga by renowned Indian designer Sabyasachi Mukherjee. The heavy embroidered lehenga was in hues of green and red. Shanzeh is the granddaughter of Nawaz Sharif's longtime ally Rohail Asghar.

<p>Social media users in Pakistan seem to be divided over Shanzay Ali Rohail's choice of designers as she married Nawaz Sharif's grandson, Junaid Safdar, in a grand ceremony recently. Shanzay chose Sabyasachi and Tarun Tahiliani creations for her special day.</p>

Nawaz Sharif’s granddaughter-in-law chooses Indian designers for her wedding, divides the Internet

<p>Could getting married ease your tax burden? It can. as the Modi government is planning a major relief for married couples ahead of the Union Budget 2026. According to reports, the Finance Ministry is considering a proposal to introduce joint income tax filing ahead of the upcoming budget. The proposed reform would enable couples to submit a combined tax return aimed at providing relief to families relied on a single source of income.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>At present, such families which have are dependent on a single income are not allowed to utilise the tax exemption and slab benefit of the non-earning spouse fully, leading to higher tax liabilities.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Under the proposed system, married couples may be allowed to combine their incomes and file a single income tax return. The joint taxation option would not be mandatory. Couples could choose between the existing individual filing system and the new joint filing method. However, both spouses would need to have Permanent Account Numbers (PAN) to opt for joint filing.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/uae-president-mohamed-bin-zayed-al-nahyan-arrives-in-delhi-holds-talks-with-pm-narendra-modi-amid-regional-tensions-1768825203903"><strong>UAE President Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan arrives in Delhi, holds talks with PM Narendra Modi amid regional tensions</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Under this model, the total household income would be taxed under a separate slab structure. This could reduce the tax burden for families where one spouse earns significantly more than the other. Joint filing may also help couples better utilise deductions on housing loans, medical insurance premiums and other tax-saving investments.</p><h2><strong>What may change in tax slabs and surcharge?</strong></h2><p>The government is also considering changes to exemption limits and tax slabs for joint filers. For example, if the current basic exemption limit for an individual is Rs 3 lakh, the threshold for joint taxation could be doubled or adjusted accordingly. Such a move could bring substantial relief to middle-income households.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>There is also a discussion on revising surcharge limits. At present, a surcharge applies to incomes above Rs 50 lakh. Experts have suggested raising this limit to Rs 75 lakh, with suitable adjustments for joint filers. If both spouses earn, each would continue to receive their individual standard deduction under the proposed framework.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Several developed countries already treat married couples as a single financial unit for tax purposes. Introducing a similar system in India could simplify tax compliance and modernise the country’s taxation structure.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The Budget Session of Parliament is expected to begin on January 28 and continue until April 2. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present the Union Budget 2026–27 on Sunday, February 1, when more clarity on this proposal is likely to emerge.</p>

Under the proposed system, married couples may be allowed to combine their incomes and file a single income tax return. The joint taxation option would not be mandatory.

Could getting married ease your tax burden? It can. as the Modi government is planning a major relief for married couples ahead of the Union Budget 2026. According to reports, the Finance Ministry is considering a proposal to introduce joint income tax filing ahead of the upcoming budget. The proposed reform would enable couples to submit a combined tax return aimed at providing relief to families relied on a single source of income. At present, such families which have are dependent on a single income are not allowed to utilise the tax exemption and slab benefit of the non-earning spouse fully, leading to higher tax liabilities. Under the proposed system, married couples may be allowed to combine their incomes and file a single income tax return. The joint taxation option would not be mandatory. Couples could choose between the existing individual filing system and the new joint filing method. However, both spouses would need to have Permanent Account Numbers (PAN) to opt for joint filing. Also Read: UAE President Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan arrives in Delhi, holds talks with PM Narendra Modi amid regional tensions Under this model, the total household income would be taxed under a separate slab structure. This could reduce the tax burden for families where one spouse earns significantly more than the other. Joint filing may also help couples better utilise deductions on housing loans, medical insurance premiums and other tax-saving investments. What may change in tax slabs and surcharge? The government is also considering changes to exemption limits and tax slabs for joint filers. For example, if the current basic exemption limit for an individual is Rs 3 lakh, the threshold for joint taxation could be doubled or adjusted accordingly. Such a move could bring substantial relief to middle-income households. There is also a discussion on revising surcharge limits. At present, a surcharge applies to incomes above Rs 50 lakh. Experts have suggested raising this limit to Rs 75 lakh, with suitable adjustments for joint filers. If both spouses earn, each would continue to receive their individual standard deduction under the proposed framework. Several developed countries already treat married couples as a single financial unit for tax purposes. Introducing a similar system in India could simplify tax compliance and modernise the country’s taxation structure. The Budget Session of Parliament is expected to begin on January 28 and continue until April 2. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present the Union Budget 2026–27 on Sunday, February 1, when more clarity on this proposal is likely to emerge.

<p>Under the proposed system, married couples may be allowed to combine their incomes and file a single income tax return. The joint taxation option would not be mandatory.</p>

Does marriage mean lower taxes? Modi government may offer major tax relief to married couples in upcoming Budget

<p>China's Chang'e-6 mission brought back lunar samples from the Moon for the first time in 2024, and this regolith has now revealed something. Around 1,935.3 grams of lunar soil reached Earth in June of the year. Chinese scientists say that an analysis has shed light on the Moon's composition and geological history, and reveals the clear difference between the far and near sides. The researchers say that they finally know how a massive impact in the South Pole-Aitken Basin 4.25 billion years ago shaped the Moon's deep interior and reshaped the surface. NASA, ESA and China are exploring using this region as a potential building site since it has permanently shadowed regions (PSRs) that contain vast amounts of water ice. The latest findings can help provide crucial data in the quest to do so. Chinese scientists from the Institute of Geology and Geophysics (IGG) of the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS) studied the basalt samples returned by the Chang'e-6 lander.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>They say that the impact not only created the basin, but also caused materials seated deep inside the moon to lose certain volatile elements. High-precision isotope analysis helped them detect minute variations in isotope ratios and showed what was left behind after the impact. On the Moon, impacts are what shape the surface over several years, contrary to the tectonic movements on Earth. They say that the impact altered the potassium isotope composition in the deep lunar mantle. &nbsp;</p><p>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/half-of-mars-was-covered-with-an-ocean-as-big-as-the-arctic-3-billion-years-ago-1768566494909"><strong>3 billion years ago, Mars had a huge ocean that covered half the planet</strong></a></p><h2><strong>How loss of elements stopped volcanoes on Moon</strong></h2><p>The high-temperature environment had an impact on moderately volatile elements like potassium, zinc, and gallium. The extreme heat generated by the event created extreme conditions that led to the loss of the lighter potassium-39 isotope and the enrichment of the heavier potassium-41 isotope. Besides, this loss also suppressed volcanic activity on the Moon's far side.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>They also noted that the samples obtained by the Chang'e-6 mission were different from those brought back by Apollo astronauts from the near-side of the Moon. The basalt sample on the far side had a higher proportion of the heavier potassium-41 isotope, which they say could have been caused by factors like cosmic rays, volcanic activity, and impactor deposition. Scientists now know that the two sides of the Moon had a different evolutionary histories.&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;</p>

The Moon's far side and near side are different from each other. China's Chang'e-6 mission has revealed how an ancient impact changed the far side of the Moon, and how its composition varies from the near side.

China's Chang'e-6 mission brought back lunar samples from the Moon for the first time in 2024, and this regolith has now revealed something. Around 1,935.3 grams of lunar soil reached Earth in June of the year. Chinese scientists say that an analysis has shed light on the Moon's composition and geological history, and reveals the clear difference between the far and near sides. The researchers say that they finally know how a massive impact in the South Pole-Aitken Basin 4.25 billion years ago shaped the Moon's deep interior and reshaped the surface. NASA, ESA and China are exploring using this region as a potential building site since it has permanently shadowed regions (PSRs) that contain vast amounts of water ice. The latest findings can help provide crucial data in the quest to do so. Chinese scientists from the Institute of Geology and Geophysics (IGG) of the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS) studied the basalt samples returned by the Chang'e-6 lander. They say that the impact not only created the basin, but also caused materials seated deep inside the moon to lose certain volatile elements. High-precision isotope analysis helped them detect minute variations in isotope ratios and showed what was left behind after the impact. On the Moon, impacts are what shape the surface over several years, contrary to the tectonic movements on Earth. They say that the impact altered the potassium isotope composition in the deep lunar mantle. Also Read: 3 billion years ago, Mars had a huge ocean that covered half the planet How loss of elements stopped volcanoes on Moon The high-temperature environment had an impact on moderately volatile elements like potassium, zinc, and gallium. The extreme heat generated by the event created extreme conditions that led to the loss of the lighter potassium-39 isotope and the enrichment of the heavier potassium-41 isotope. Besides, this loss also suppressed volcanic activity on the Moon's far side. They also noted that the samples obtained by the Chang'e-6 mission were different from those brought back by Apollo astronauts from the near-side of the Moon. The basalt sample on the far side had a higher proportion of the heavier potassium-41 isotope, which they say could have been caused by factors like cosmic rays, volcanic activity, and impactor deposition. Scientists now know that the two sides of the Moon had a different evolutionary histories.

<p>The Moon's far side and near side are different from each other. China's Chang'e-6 mission has revealed how an ancient impact changed the far side of the Moon, and how its composition varies from the near side.</p>

4.25bn years ago, an impact gave a dramatic makeover to the far side of Moon

<p>In a surprising turn of events, devotees at a village temple in Uttar Pradesh were seen worshipping a stray dog suffering from a medical condition, mistaking it as a divine sign. The development unfolded after the dig made repetitive movements around idols drew attention both locally and on social media.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The scene captured on the phone went viral on social media, triggering intense debate online. The incident took place at an ancient Hanuman temple in Nandpur village of the state, located in the Nagina area.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The video surfaced online on Thursday shows several devotees kneeling before the dog, touching its feet, and offering prayers. A priest sitting beside the dog is also spotted asking devotees not get close to the dog, placed on a mattress. In the video, people were reportedly seen lined up to seek blessings, believing the animal to be a spiritual reincarnation.</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="hi" dir="ltr">यूपी, बिजनौर<br><br>नंदपुर गांव मे एक कुत्ता मंदिर मे हनुमान जी की मूर्ति के चारो ओर चक्कर लगाते हुए दिखा!<br><br>इसके बाद भक्त लोग कुत्ता की पूजा करना शुरू कर दिए!<br><br>कुत्ता मंदिर मे ही पुजारी के बगल मे बैठता है!<br><br>वीडियो देखे<br>श्रद्धालु लोग कुत्ते के आगे माथा टेक रहे है <a href="https://t.co/iZyqL7K5xm">pic.twitter.com/iZyqL7K5xm</a></p>&mdash; Sadaf Afreen صدف (@s_afreen7) <a href="https://twitter.com/s_afreen7/status/2012160412352225284?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 16, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h3>The dog’s unusual behaviour</h3><p>Locals said the dog was first spotted at the temple early on Monday, where it began repeatedly circling the idol of Lord Hanuman. The behaviour reportedly continued for several hours, with the animal neither eating nor drinking, according to a report in the Tripura Chronicle.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>By the third day, the dog moved to the idol of Maa Durga and resumed the same circular motion. Witnesses said the animal appeared visibly fatigued, at times limping and lifting one leg while continuing to walk.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Alarmed residents alerted the authorities, after which a veterinary team examined the dog. Officials said no external injuries or immediate life-threatening issues were found, although the animal appeared unwell and needed observation.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Veterinary specialists said repetitive circling in dogs is commonly linked to neurological conditions, inner ear infections, head injuries or disorders such as canine vestibular disease. Such conditions can lead to disorientation, balance problems and repetitive or compulsive movements.<br>&nbsp;</p>

The scene captured on the phone went viral on social media, triggering intense debate online. The incident took place at an ancient Hanuman temple in Nandpur village of the state, located in the Nagina area.

In a surprising turn of events, devotees at a village temple in Uttar Pradesh were seen worshipping a stray dog suffering from a medical condition, mistaking it as a divine sign. The development unfolded after the dig made repetitive movements around idols drew attention both locally and on social media. The scene captured on the phone went viral on social media, triggering intense debate online. The incident took place at an ancient Hanuman temple in Nandpur village of the state, located in the Nagina area. The video surfaced online on Thursday shows several devotees kneeling before the dog, touching its feet, and offering prayers. A priest sitting beside the dog is also spotted asking devotees not get close to the dog, placed on a mattress. In the video, people were reportedly seen lined up to seek blessings, believing the animal to be a spiritual reincarnation.

<p>The scene captured on the phone went viral on social media, triggering intense debate online. The incident took place at an ancient Hanuman temple in Nandpur village of the state, located in the Nagina area.</p>

Stray dog or divine sign? Devotees begin worshipping dog circling Hanuman idol in Uttar Pradesh: VIDEO

<p>Despite the recent thaw in US-Canada ties since Mike Carney became Canadian prime minister after the disastrous show of Justin Trudeau, President Donald Trump has still not fully abandoned ambitions of making Canada the 51st state of the US, something he had threatened for months. If new reports are to be believed, there is still a 'secret plan' for a Canada land grab, with officials citing the same reasons attributed to Trump's moves for 'acquiring' Greenland: Arctic security, Russia and China. Citing officials, NBC News and other outlets reported that discussions on Canada gathered steam amid the recent visit of Carney to China. Will Trump act on his threat to take over its northern neighbour, or station US troops along its Arctic region?</p><h2>What US officials said about Canada and Arctic security</h2><p>Several unnamed current and former American officials told NBC News New York that Trump has privately ‘expressed concern’ to his aides about Canada’s ability to defend its northern border (in the Arctic region) against Russia and China. In the article titled <i>Trump's latest Western Hemisphere fixation: Canada</i>, NBC said Trump is "privately ramping up his focus on another target in the Western Hemisphere", Canada.</p><h2>Canada’s northern border, a key part of Trump’s vision of “solidifying” the Western Hemisphere</h2><p>Trump's push on Greenland has increased internal discussions about a broader 'Arctic strategy' that also includes Canada. The worry among American officials appears to be that, like Denmark—whose autonomous territory is Greenland—Canada would be unable to defend its borders against encroachment from Russia or China.</p><p>Specific arguments include that Canada needs to spend more on defence. "The world doesn’t see Canada as a major force when it comes to defence,” one official told NBC.</p><p>Addressing this gap could include potentially reaching an agreement with Canada to fortify its northern border, said the report.</p><p>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-and-canada-bat-for-new-world-order-announce-mutual-tariffs-relief-1768571722417">China and Canada bat for ‘new world order’, announce mutual tariffs relief</a></p><h2>But will Trump actually invade Canada over Arctic security?</h2><p>The objective discussed by officials cited in the NBC report is more about strengthening the focus on Arctic defences and cooperation, not annexation or takeover of Canada.<br>But extrapolating from the NBC news report, Trump-aligned media went on to claim that the president may be planning a 'land grab' in Canada. The Daily Beast, for instance, said in a report: "With 3.85 million square miles and 40 million residents, Canada is the largest target on Trump’s growing list of potential land grabs."</p><h2>Countering Russia and China: The US Arctic strategy</h2><p>NBC quoted an official as saying that Canada stands to benefit from the US having Greenland, adding: “At the end of the day, this is to stop Russia and China from having a further presence in the Arctic.”&nbsp;</p><p>The reports came as Canadian PM Carney said on Friday (Jan 16) that Canada stands behind Denmark as a NATO ally over the Greenland dispute.</p><p>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-turning-point-canada-s-mark-carney-meets-xi-jinping-for-top-level-talks-in-beijing-after-eight-year-freeze-1768533653920">‘Turning point’: Canada's Mark Carney meets Xi Jinping for top level talks in Beijing after eight-year freeze</a></p><h2>Trump's longstanding desire for Canada</h2><p>At least since 2024, Trump often threatened to use economic force against Canada and joked about making it the 51st state of the US. In fact, the last general election was won by Carney partly on a campaign focused against these moves by Trump. For much of 2025, Trump engaged in a tariff and trade war with Canada, openly sparring with its government and leaders.</p><p>Behind the scenes meanwhile, US officials have been holding talks with Canadian counterparts on how to increase defence cooperation in the Arctic.</p><p>The NBC report said the discussions do not include stationing US troops on Canadian soil.</p><p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/canada-china-trade-deal-slashes-canola-tariffs-1768629050473/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/canada-china-trade-deal-slashes-canola-tariffs-1768629050473/embed</a></p><h2>Carney's China play is adding to the tensions</h2><p>Carney, for his part, received a red carpet welcome in China on Friday. This is an effort to improve ties which went south since the arrest of Huawei CFO’s daughter, Meng Wanzhou, and further strains over the jailing of Canadian citizens in China. Carney, who met with President Xi Jinping in Beijing, became the first Canadian leader to visit China since 2017.</p><h2>Will Trump really invade Canada or deploy American military there?</h2><p>Trump himself had said earlier that it’s highly unlikely he would use military force against Canada. But now we have the case of Venezuela, which US forces attacked to extract its then-president Nicolás Maduro on January 3. Besides the threats to Greenland, Trump has also not ruled out US military deployment in Colombia and Mexico.&nbsp;</p><p>So one cannot predict what will happen to Canada.</p>

Trump has privately expressed concerns about Canada’s ability to provide Arctic security amid China and Russia threats. But is this a precursor to a “land grab” of America's northern neighbour?

Despite the recent thaw in US-Canada ties since Mike Carney became Canadian prime minister after the disastrous show of Justin Trudeau, President Donald Trump has still not fully abandoned ambitions of making Canada the 51st state of the US, something he had threatened for months. If new reports are to be believed, there is still a 'secret plan' for a Canada land grab, with officials citing the same reasons attributed to Trump's moves for 'acquiring' Greenland: Arctic security, Russia and China. Citing officials, NBC News and other outlets reported that discussions on Canada gathered steam amid the recent visit of Carney to China. Will Trump act on his threat to take over its northern neighbour, or station US troops along its Arctic region? What US officials said about Canada and Arctic security Several unnamed current and former American officials told NBC News New York that Trump has privately ‘expressed concern’ to his aides about Canada’s ability to defend its northern border (in the Arctic region) against Russia and China. In the article titled Trump's latest Western Hemisphere fixation: Canada, NBC said Trump is "privately ramping up his focus on another target in the Western Hemisphere", Canada. Canada’s northern border, a key part of Trump’s vision of “solidifying” the Western Hemisphere Trump's push on Greenland has increased internal discussions about a broader 'Arctic strategy' that also includes Canada. The worry among American officials appears to be that, like Denmark—whose autonomous territory is Greenland—Canada would be unable to defend its borders against encroachment from Russia or China. Specific arguments include that Canada needs to spend more on defence. "The world doesn’t see Canada as a major force when it comes to defence,” one official told NBC. Addressing this gap could include potentially reaching an agreement with Canada to fortify its northern border, said the report. Also read: China and Canada bat for ‘new world order’, announce mutual tariffs relief But will Trump actually invade Canada over Arctic security? The objective discussed by officials cited in the NBC report is more about strengthening the focus on Arctic defences and cooperation, not annexation or takeover of Canada. But extrapolating from the NBC news report, Trump-aligned media went on to claim that the president may be planning a 'land grab' in Canada. The Daily Beast, for instance, said in a report: "With 3.85 million square miles and 40 million residents, Canada is the largest target on Trump’s growing list of potential land grabs." Countering Russia and China: The US Arctic strategy NBC quoted an official as saying that Canada stands to benefit from the US having Greenland, adding: “At the end of the day, this is to stop Russia and China from having a further presence in the Arctic.” The reports came as Canadian PM Carney said on Friday (Jan 16) that Canada stands behind Denmark as a NATO ally over the Greenland dispute. Also read: ‘Turning point’: Canada's Mark Carney meets Xi Jinping for top level talks in Beijing after eight-year freeze Trump's longstanding desire for Canada At least since 2024, Trump often threatened to use economic force against Canada and joked about making it the 51st state of the US. In fact, the last general election was won by Carney partly on a campaign focused against these moves by Trump. For much of 2025, Trump engaged in a tariff and trade war with Canada, openly sparring with its government and leaders. Behind the scenes meanwhile, US officials have been holding talks with Canadian counterparts on how to increase defence cooperation in the Arctic. The NBC report said the discussions do not include stationing US troops on Canadian soil. https://www.wionews.com/videos/canada-china-trade-deal-slashes-canola-tariffs-1768629050473/embed Carney's China play is adding to the tensions Carney, for his part, received a red carpet welcome in China on Friday. This is an effort to improve ties which went south since the arrest of Huawei CFO’s daughter, Meng Wanzhou, and further strains over the jailing of Canadian citizens in China. Carney, who met with President Xi Jinping in Beijing, became the first Canadian leader to visit China since 2017. Will Trump really invade Canada or deploy American military there? Trump himself had said earlier that it’s highly unlikely he would use military force against Canada. But now we have the case of Venezuela, which US forces attacked to extract its then-president Nicolás Maduro on January 3. Besides the threats to Greenland, Trump has also not ruled out US military deployment in Colombia and Mexico. So one cannot predict what will happen to Canada.

<p>Trump has privately expressed concerns about Canada’s ability to provide Arctic security amid China and Russia threats. But is this a precursor to a “land grab” of America's northern neighbour?</p>

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<p>An iceberg that has been on a journey for 40 years, drifting away in the cold waters, getting stuck, freeing itself and then threatening an entire island as it reached its end time. Latest images of A23a, formerly the world's largest iceberg, show that it has turned into a blob of "blue mush" with stripes on it, signalling that it will soon vanish. The iceberg broke off from Antarctica's Filchner-Ronne Ice Sheet in the summer of 1986. It was three times larger than New York City, and was dubbed the "queen of icebergs." But now, it is on the verge of disappearing forever as it travels through the warmer waters of the Atlantic Ocean. After A23a started floating freely in 1986, it got stuck on the ocean floor and remained there till 2020. After breaking free, it once again set out on an unknown trip and kept moving farther away from Antarctica. However, it got caught in a massive ocean current, or gyre, and kept spinning in one place before finally breaking free in December 2024.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>In 2025, it threatened to crash into the island of South Georgia. Thankfully, it broke apart before it could reach the island. As it moved towards South America, the warmer Atlantic waters have led to it melting away. NASA's Terra satellite captured new images of iceberg A23a on December 26, looking nothing like its former self. The startling images show that it is only around a third of its original size and is covered with pools of blue water. Thick borders of white ice, dubbed "ramparts", surround the waters around the iceberg. A pool of grey sludge, known as ice melange, seems to have leaked from under the iceberg and can be seen in the images. Hundreds of smaller bergs have broken off its edges and can be seen in the waters.</p><p>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/major-catastrophe-unfolding-in-antarctica-as-hundreds-of-earthquakes-slam-doomsday-glacier-1767680441864"><strong>Major catastrophe unfolding in Antarctica as hundreds of earthquakes slam Doomsday Glacier</strong></a><br>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/doomsday-gets-closer-cracks-on-thwaites-glacier-have-doubled-in-two-decades-1766981007538"><strong>Doomsday gets closer: Cracks on Thwaites Glacier have doubled in two decades</strong></a></p><h2><strong>What is blue mush seen on A23a iceberg?</strong></h2><p>The "blue mush" is evidence that the iceberg is nearing its death. When surface ice loses its structural integrity, melt ponds form, which is what the blue mush is, according to Ted Scambos, a climate scientist at the University of Colorado Boulder. He added in a NASA statement that the streaks are likely caused by the "weight of the water sitting inside cracks in the ice and forcing them open." The underside of the iceberg has grooves carved over several hundred years as it moved over the ground while still attached to the Filchner-Ronne Ice Sheet. A23a has been named the "world's largest iceberg" throughout its lifespan, and as recently as 2023.&nbsp;</p>

Iceberg A23a could die any time now, as the latest photos from NASA show it covered with a blue mush that forms from meltwater. Once the world's largest iceberg, it has been moving for 40 years after breaking away from Antarctica.

An iceberg that has been on a journey for 40 years, drifting away in the cold waters, getting stuck, freeing itself and then threatening an entire island as it reached its end time. Latest images of A23a, formerly the world's largest iceberg, show that it has turned into a blob of "blue mush" with stripes on it, signalling that it will soon vanish. The iceberg broke off from Antarctica's Filchner-Ronne Ice Sheet in the summer of 1986. It was three times larger than New York City, and was dubbed the "queen of icebergs." But now, it is on the verge of disappearing forever as it travels through the warmer waters of the Atlantic Ocean. After A23a started floating freely in 1986, it got stuck on the ocean floor and remained there till 2020. After breaking free, it once again set out on an unknown trip and kept moving farther away from Antarctica. However, it got caught in a massive ocean current, or gyre, and kept spinning in one place before finally breaking free in December 2024. In 2025, it threatened to crash into the island of South Georgia. Thankfully, it broke apart before it could reach the island. As it moved towards South America, the warmer Atlantic waters have led to it melting away. NASA's Terra satellite captured new images of iceberg A23a on December 26, looking nothing like its former self. The startling images show that it is only around a third of its original size and is covered with pools of blue water. Thick borders of white ice, dubbed "ramparts", surround the waters around the iceberg. A pool of grey sludge, known as ice melange, seems to have leaked from under the iceberg and can be seen in the images. Hundreds of smaller bergs have broken off its edges and can be seen in the waters. Also Read: Major catastrophe unfolding in Antarctica as hundreds of earthquakes slam Doomsday Glacier Also Read: Doomsday gets closer: Cracks on Thwaites Glacier have doubled in two decades What is blue mush seen on A23a iceberg? The "blue mush" is evidence that the iceberg is nearing its death. When surface ice loses its structural integrity, melt ponds form, which is what the blue mush is, according to Ted Scambos, a climate scientist at the University of Colorado Boulder. He added in a NASA statement that the streaks are likely caused by the "weight of the water sitting inside cracks in the ice and forcing them open." The underside of the iceberg has grooves carved over several hundred years as it moved over the ground while still attached to the Filchner-Ronne Ice Sheet. A23a has been named the "world's largest iceberg" throughout its lifespan, and as recently as 2023.

<p>Iceberg A23a could die any time now, as the latest photos from NASA show it covered with a blue mush that forms from meltwater. Once the world's largest iceberg, it has been moving for 40 years after breaking away from Antarctica.</p>

NASA images show world's largest iceberg, on the move for 40 years, on the verge of vanishing

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<p>Britain's Rendlesham Forest became the centre of an unexplained incident when the United States Air Force (USAF) officials claimed to have seen strange lights in the sky in December 1980. Also known as "Britain's Roswell", the personnel claimed they saw a UFO which supposedly landed in the wooded area. The incident is well-known across the world, and is now once again being talked about for a claim made by a US Army sergeant that he received cryptic binary messages linked to the spacecraft. Staff Sergeant Jim Penniston says that he mentally received a strange code after seeing the UFO land in Rendlesham. The cryptic message was decoded and was revealed to contain terms like "EXPLORATION [OF] HUMANITY CONTINUOUS BEYOND 8100", "WE RETURNED TO WARN" and "ADVANCE OR PERISH THE CHOICE IS NOW." The 1980 incident happened near two air bases in Suffolk that were used by the US Air Force during the Cold War.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Several US military personnel at the RAF Bentwaters and RAF Woodbridge claimed they saw strange lights moving through the forest. They said they saw a spacecraft land in official recordings made to document the event. Several senior officers are on tape talking about the spacecraft. However, Penniston said something more happened with him. The US Air Force security policeman said that he walked up to the UFO and examined it. It was "about nine feet tall and about nine feet wide at the base", triangular and metallic, and a surface unlike anything ever seen on an aircraft. "The fabric of the shell was more like a smooth, opaque, black glass," Penniston said, adding that it stood on fixed legs. What adds to the intrigue is that RAF Bentwaters is believed to have housed tactical nuclear weapons during the Cold War.</p><p>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/aliens-turned-soldiers-in-siberia-to-stone-after-their-ufo-was-shot-down-8927828"><strong>In Siberia, aliens turned 23 soldiers into stone, remains of spacecraft are at a secret research base near Moscow</strong></a></p><h2><strong>The coded cryptic message from UFO in Rendlesham Forest</strong></h2><p>Talking about the incident later, he revealed that long after what happened in the forest, he received a stream of binary code connected to the craft. He jotted down the cryptic message on 16 pages, which was in the form of ones and zeros. Penniston claimed the binary text was transmitted to him mentally. It was decoded and read, "EXPLORATION [OF] HUMANITY CONTINUOUS BEYOND 8100. EVOLUTION NOT OPTIONAL FOR PLANETARY SURVIVAL THE GREAT AWAKENING NEARS CONSCIOUSNESS MUST EXPAND OR THE CHAIN FRACTURES...WE RETURNED TO WARN FROM WHERE YOU WILL BE IF YOU CHOOSE THE PATH ORIGIN YEAR 8100 RETURN COORDINATES SEALED IN ANCIENT STONES ADVANCE OR PERISH THE CHOICE IS NOW.'</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>It also contained geographic coordinates that apparently pointed to ancient sites around the world. Several interpretations of the message have happened over the years, and some say that it does not seem to be coming from aliens but humans from a distant future who likely time-travelled.&nbsp;</p>

A UFO landed in Britain's Rendlesham Forest in 1980 and apparently transmitted a coded message to a US personnel who was stationed at the base at the time. The message was decoded and appears to be a warning from humans in the future.

Britain's Rendlesham Forest became the centre of an unexplained incident when the United States Air Force (USAF) officials claimed to have seen strange lights in the sky in December 1980. Also known as "Britain's Roswell", the personnel claimed they saw a UFO which supposedly landed in the wooded area. The incident is well-known across the world, and is now once again being talked about for a claim made by a US Army sergeant that he received cryptic binary messages linked to the spacecraft. Staff Sergeant Jim Penniston says that he mentally received a strange code after seeing the UFO land in Rendlesham. The cryptic message was decoded and was revealed to contain terms like "EXPLORATION [OF] HUMANITY CONTINUOUS BEYOND 8100", "WE RETURNED TO WARN" and "ADVANCE OR PERISH THE CHOICE IS NOW." The 1980 incident happened near two air bases in Suffolk that were used by the US Air Force during the Cold War. Several US military personnel at the RAF Bentwaters and RAF Woodbridge claimed they saw strange lights moving through the forest. They said they saw a spacecraft land in official recordings made to document the event. Several senior officers are on tape talking about the spacecraft. However, Penniston said something more happened with him. The US Air Force security policeman said that he walked up to the UFO and examined it. It was "about nine feet tall and about nine feet wide at the base", triangular and metallic, and a surface unlike anything ever seen on an aircraft. "The fabric of the shell was more like a smooth, opaque, black glass," Penniston said, adding that it stood on fixed legs. What adds to the intrigue is that RAF Bentwaters is believed to have housed tactical nuclear weapons during the Cold War. Also Read: In Siberia, aliens turned 23 soldiers into stone, remains of spacecraft are at a secret research base near Moscow The coded cryptic message from UFO in Rendlesham Forest Talking about the incident later, he revealed that long after what happened in the forest, he received a stream of binary code connected to the craft. He jotted down the cryptic message on 16 pages, which was in the form of ones and zeros. Penniston claimed the binary text was transmitted to him mentally. It was decoded and read, "EXPLORATION [OF] HUMANITY CONTINUOUS BEYOND 8100. EVOLUTION NOT OPTIONAL FOR PLANETARY SURVIVAL THE GREAT AWAKENING NEARS CONSCIOUSNESS MUST EXPAND OR THE CHAIN FRACTURES...WE RETURNED TO WARN FROM WHERE YOU WILL BE IF YOU CHOOSE THE PATH ORIGIN YEAR 8100 RETURN COORDINATES SEALED IN ANCIENT STONES ADVANCE OR PERISH THE CHOICE IS NOW.' It also contained geographic coordinates that apparently pointed to ancient sites around the world. Several interpretations of the message have happened over the years, and some say that it does not seem to be coming from aliens but humans from a distant future who likely time-travelled.

<p>A UFO landed in Britain's Rendlesham Forest in 1980 and apparently transmitted a coded message to a US personnel who was stationed at the base at the time. The message was decoded and appears to be a warning from humans in the future.</p>

'WE RETURNED TO WARN...': US personnel says he got a cryptic message from the future

<p>The European Union is planning countermeasures worth €93 billion (around $100 billion) of American goods in retaliation for US President Donald Trump’s threatened tariffs on European nations supporting Greenland, over his alleged plans to take control of the Danish autonomous territory. According to reports in Western media, EU officials drew up the measures to provide leverage ahead of meetings with Trump during the World Economic Forum in Davos starting on Monday (Jan 19). There could be more, as there's talk of EU invoking the Anti-Coercion Instrument against the US. Here is what you should know:</p><h2>Trump plan to impose EU tariffs</h2><p>Over the weekend, the Trump administration announced plans to impose tariffs on imports from Denmark, Norway, Sweden, France, Germany, the UK, the Netherlands and Finland over their support for Greenland, which the US seeks to annex, citing national security concerns. The tariffs would go into effect on 1 February unless progress is made towards an agreement on Greenland transferring to US control.</p><p>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/so-much-for-greenland-defence-by-nato-german-soldiers-quietly-exit-territory-amid-trump-invasion-talk-claims-report-1768805096468">So much for Greenland defence by NATO: German soldiers quietly exit territory amid Trump invasion talk, claims report</a></p><h2>Going beyond tariffs? European Union might invoke the Anti-Coercion Instrument</h2><p>The EU is also mulling to invoke its Anti-Coercion Instrument which had been established in 2023. The instrument allows EU to respond to economic coercion by third countries through measures including tariffs, restrictions on public procurement, limits on services and investment, and curbs on intellectual property rights. Some EU governments are seeking to delay such a retaliation and instead allow for more negotiations. Others, including France, advocate immediate countermeasures if the US acts on its tariff threats.</p><p>The US appears to be calibrating the tariff punishment, with a 10 per cent rate starting from February 1. If no agreement is reached, the rates could go up to 25 per cent by June.</p><p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/us-greenland-dispute-deepens-as-trump-threatens-europe-with-tariffs-1768708241266/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/us-greenland-dispute-deepens-as-trump-threatens-europe-with-tariffs-1768708241266/embed</a></p><h2>Clear retaliation measures at hand: EU responds to Trump tariff theats over Greenland</h2><p>A EU diplomat cited in the Financial Times said the bloc has “clear retaliation instruments at hand if this continues”.</p><p>Calling the Trump administration’s threats “pure mafioso methods”, the diplomat said European leaders still wanted to give the US president “an opportunity to climb down the ladder”.</p><p>A joint statement from the affected countries said the US tariff threat “undermines transatlantic relations and risks a dangerous downward spiral.”&nbsp;</p><p>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-now-it-is-time-trump-s-fresh-warning-to-denmark-greenland-over-russian-threat-1768800160244">‘Now it is time…’: Trump’s fresh warning to Denmark, Greenland over ‘Russian threat’</a></p><h2>What is the Greenland puzzle roiling transatlantic unity?</h2><p>Trump is seeking greater US leverage over Greenland, a semi-autonomous territory of Denmark with strategic importance in the Arctic amid the growing military presence of Russia and the rising influence of China.</p><p>Several European NATO members – of which the US is a prominent partner – have participated in symbolic military deployments to Greenland under Operation Arctic Endurance. The confrontation is one of the most serious transatlantic disputes in decades. It raises concerns about the future of EU–US trade ties and cohesion within the NATO defence alliance.</p>

European Union is reportedly preparing tariffs worth $100 billion on US goods in retaliation for Trump’s Greenland tariff threat. There could be more, as there's talk of EU invoking the Anti-Coercion Instrument against the US

The European Union is planning countermeasures worth €93 billion (around $100 billion) of American goods in retaliation for US President Donald Trump’s threatened tariffs on European nations supporting Greenland, over his alleged plans to take control of the Danish autonomous territory. According to reports in Western media, EU officials drew up the measures to provide leverage ahead of meetings with Trump during the World Economic Forum in Davos starting on Monday (Jan 19). There could be more, as there's talk of EU invoking the Anti-Coercion Instrument against the US. Here is what you should know: Trump plan to impose EU tariffs Over the weekend, the Trump administration announced plans to impose tariffs on imports from Denmark, Norway, Sweden, France, Germany, the UK, the Netherlands and Finland over their support for Greenland, which the US seeks to annex, citing national security concerns. The tariffs would go into effect on 1 February unless progress is made towards an agreement on Greenland transferring to US control. Also read: So much for Greenland defence by NATO: German soldiers quietly exit territory amid Trump invasion talk, claims report Going beyond tariffs? European Union might invoke the Anti-Coercion Instrument The EU is also mulling to invoke its Anti-Coercion Instrument which had been established in 2023. The instrument allows EU to respond to economic coercion by third countries through measures including tariffs, restrictions on public procurement, limits on services and investment, and curbs on intellectual property rights. Some EU governments are seeking to delay such a retaliation and instead allow for more negotiations. Others, including France, advocate immediate countermeasures if the US acts on its tariff threats. The US appears to be calibrating the tariff punishment, with a 10 per cent rate starting from February 1. If no agreement is reached, the rates could go up to 25 per cent by June. https://www.wionews.com/videos/us-greenland-dispute-deepens-as-trump-threatens-europe-with-tariffs-1768708241266/embed Clear retaliation measures at hand: EU responds to Trump tariff theats over Greenland A EU diplomat cited in the Financial Times said the bloc has “clear retaliation instruments at hand if this continues”. Calling the Trump administration’s threats “pure mafioso methods”, the diplomat said European leaders still wanted to give the US president “an opportunity to climb down the ladder”. A joint statement from the affected countries said the US tariff threat “undermines transatlantic relations and risks a dangerous downward spiral.” Also read: ‘Now it is time…’: Trump’s fresh warning to Denmark, Greenland over ‘Russian threat’ What is the Greenland puzzle roiling transatlantic unity? Trump is seeking greater US leverage over Greenland, a semi-autonomous territory of Denmark with strategic importance in the Arctic amid the growing military presence of Russia and the rising influence of China. Several European NATO members – of which the US is a prominent partner – have participated in symbolic military deployments to Greenland under Operation Arctic Endurance. The confrontation is one of the most serious transatlantic disputes in decades. It raises concerns about the future of EU–US trade ties and cohesion within the NATO defence alliance.

<p>European Union is reportedly preparing tariffs worth $100 billion on US goods in retaliation for Trump’s Greenland tariff threat. There could be more, as there's talk of EU invoking the Anti-Coercion Instrument against the US</p>

$100 billion tariffs on US goods: That’s what Europe is planning in retaliation for Trump's Greenland tariff threat. There could be more...

<p>A reconnaissance team of Bundeswehr, the German Armed forces, departed from Greenland over the weekend after their reconnaissance mission was cancelled, the newspaper BILD claimed. The report came amid US President Donald Trump’s continuous public threats to Greenland, hinting at invading the territory due to its ‘national security’ importance and threat posed by Russia.&nbsp;</p><h2>NATO wobbling on Greenland defence</h2><p>Some NATO nations are being mocked for having sent only small contingents, sometimes just one or two soldiers, to support Greenland, an autonomous territory within the Kingdom of Denmark, which is covered under NATO defence obligations of ‘one for all, all for one’. The situation is panning out to be a case of ‘ally versus ally’ within the Western defence bloc, of which the US is a prominent member.&nbsp;</p><p>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-now-it-is-time-trump-s-fresh-warning-to-denmark-greenland-over-russian-threat-1768800160244">‘Now it is time…’: Trump’s fresh warning to Denmark, Greenland over ‘Russian threat’</a></p><h2>German federal defence's reconnaissance team leaves Greenland</h2><p>The 15 soldiers from Bundeswehr's Army, Air Force and Navy had arrived in Greenland on Friday as part of a reconnaissance mission by NATO states at Denmark’s invitation. The aim was to conduct an exercise and to explore possible future training and stationing options. The deployment was launched after the collapse of a planned meeting of top foreign officials of the US, Denmark and Greenlandin Washington.</p><p>The BILD report claimed that the Bundeswehr reconnaissance team departed Greenland after just two days there. It said the soldiers, led by Rear Admiral Stefan Pauly, Inspector of the German Navy, left on Sunday afternoon (Jan18), shortly before departure at Nuuk Airport.&nbsp;</p><p>The order to pull out was reportedly sent from Berlin early that morning. The departure aircraft had to be de-iced before take-off, causing a delay.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/-star-wars-why-a-us-takeover-of-greenland-saves-europe-from-china-1768771288821">'Star Wars': Why a US takeover of Greenland saves Europe from China</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Earlier, the German Defence Ministry said that a flight had originally been planned to the Danish military base at Kangilinnguit, where reconnaissance activities were scheduled. These plans were affected by poor weather conditions and were subsequently changed, leading to the decision to depart Greenland, as per the report.</p><p>On Friday, a Defence Ministry spokesperson, Michael Stempfle, said he did not want to go into detail about the departure date.</p><p>The soldiers had landed in Greenland a day later than originally planned. They were initially scheduled to fly directly to Greenland aboard a Bundeswehr Airbus A400M between 15 and 17 January. Instead, they travelled via Denmark and only reached Greenland on 16 January using a Danish aircraft, the report said.</p><p>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/why-us-lawmakers-now-call-greenland-a-national-security-asset-1768769129607">Why US lawmakers now call Greenland a national security asset</a></p><h2>Is Berlin reacting to Trump’s tariff and takeover rhetoric?</h2><p>On Saturday, Rear Admiral Pauly said that discussions had been held with Danish forces and other allies about possibilities for further cooperation on the island, including the option of a larger joint military exercise. He said they were awaiting approval from Berlin on what activities would be authorised. Within only a few hours of those remarks, Bundeswehr personnel were already at the airport with all their equipment, preparing to depart. Coincidentally, Trump warned of tariff hikes of up to 25 per cent on countries defending Greenland, which appears to have created a change of heart in some European defence headquarters.&nbsp;</p><p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/france-s-future-in-nato-under-scanner-as-greenland-crisis-fuels-divisions-within-1768746988178/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/france-s-future-in-nato-under-scanner-as-greenland-crisis-fuels-divisions-within-1768746988178/embed</a></p><h2>Why is Greenland pitting NATO allies US against Europe?</h2><p>Greenland, a self-governing territory within the Kingdom of Denmark. Denmark is a NATO member state. Greenland’s defence falls under NATO’s collective defence framework. Greenland’s government has repeatedly rejected any notion of a US takeover, insisting that Greenlanders would decide its future.</p><p>Trump reiterated his view that Greenland is of major strategic importance to the US, citing Arctic security, Russian military positioning and rising Chinese influence in the region.&nbsp;</p><h2>Small troop size in Greenland exercises raise criticism</h2><p>Over the past few days, several NATO countries, including Germany, the UK and France, &nbsp;participated in Arctic and Greenland-related exercises under Danish leadership. But they often deployed very small units focused on reconnaissance, logistics and cooperation rather than permanent stationing. Reports of some of these nations sending only one or two soldiers each caused widespread mockery.</p><p>Germany’s defence ministry, meanwhile, insisted that the departure of its reconnaissance team from Greenland was carried out according to revised operational planning, and bad weather. It maintained that the exit does not signal a withdrawal from NATO’s broader commitment to Arctic security.</p>

German Bundeswehr troops on a NATO recon mission reportedly left Greenland abruptly. Bad weather is being blamed, but could it be because Trump is raising invasion rhetoric and slapping tariffs on European nations backing the territory? 

A reconnaissance team of Bundeswehr, the German Armed forces, departed from Greenland over the weekend after their reconnaissance mission was cancelled, the newspaper BILD claimed. The report came amid US President Donald Trump’s continuous public threats to Greenland, hinting at invading the territory due to its ‘national security’ importance and threat posed by Russia. NATO wobbling on Greenland defence Some NATO nations are being mocked for having sent only small contingents, sometimes just one or two soldiers, to support Greenland, an autonomous territory within the Kingdom of Denmark, which is covered under NATO defence obligations of ‘one for all, all for one’. The situation is panning out to be a case of ‘ally versus ally’ within the Western defence bloc, of which the US is a prominent member. Also read: ‘Now it is time…’: Trump’s fresh warning to Denmark, Greenland over ‘Russian threat’ German federal defence's reconnaissance team leaves Greenland The 15 soldiers from Bundeswehr's Army, Air Force and Navy had arrived in Greenland on Friday as part of a reconnaissance mission by NATO states at Denmark’s invitation. The aim was to conduct an exercise and to explore possible future training and stationing options. The deployment was launched after the collapse of a planned meeting of top foreign officials of the US, Denmark and Greenlandin Washington. The BILD report claimed that the Bundeswehr reconnaissance team departed Greenland after just two days there. It said the soldiers, led by Rear Admiral Stefan Pauly, Inspector of the German Navy, left on Sunday afternoon (Jan18), shortly before departure at Nuuk Airport. The order to pull out was reportedly sent from Berlin early that morning. The departure aircraft had to be de-iced before take-off, causing a delay. Also read: 'Star Wars': Why a US takeover of Greenland saves Europe from China Earlier, the German Defence Ministry said that a flight had originally been planned to the Danish military base at Kangilinnguit, where reconnaissance activities were scheduled. These plans were affected by poor weather conditions and were subsequently changed, leading to the decision to depart Greenland, as per the report. On Friday, a Defence Ministry spokesperson, Michael Stempfle, said he did not want to go into detail about the departure date. The soldiers had landed in Greenland a day later than originally planned. They were initially scheduled to fly directly to Greenland aboard a Bundeswehr Airbus A400M between 15 and 17 January. Instead, they travelled via Denmark and only reached Greenland on 16 January using a Danish aircraft, the report said. Also read: Why US lawmakers now call Greenland a national security asset Is Berlin reacting to Trump’s tariff and takeover rhetoric? On Saturday, Rear Admiral Pauly said that discussions had been held with Danish forces and other allies about possibilities for further cooperation on the island, including the option of a larger joint military exercise. He said they were awaiting approval from Berlin on what activities would be authorised. Within only a few hours of those remarks, Bundeswehr personnel were already at the airport with all their equipment, preparing to depart. Coincidentally, Trump warned of tariff hikes of up to 25 per cent on countries defending Greenland, which appears to have created a change of heart in some European defence headquarters. https://www.wionews.com/videos/france-s-future-in-nato-under-scanner-as-greenland-crisis-fuels-divisions-within-1768746988178/embed Why is Greenland pitting NATO allies US against Europe? Greenland, a self-governing territory within the Kingdom of Denmark. Denmark is a NATO member state. Greenland’s defence falls under NATO’s collective defence framework. Greenland’s government has repeatedly rejected any notion of a US takeover, insisting that Greenlanders would decide its future. Trump reiterated his view that Greenland is of major strategic importance to the US, citing Arctic security, Russian military positioning and rising Chinese influence in the region. Small troop size in Greenland exercises raise criticism Over the past few days, several NATO countries, including Germany, the UK and France, participated in Arctic and Greenland-related exercises under Danish leadership. But they often deployed very small units focused on reconnaissance, logistics and cooperation rather than permanent stationing. Reports of some of these nations sending only one or two soldiers each caused widespread mockery. Germany’s defence ministry, meanwhile, insisted that the departure of its reconnaissance team from Greenland was carried out according to revised operational planning, and bad weather. It maintained that the exit does not signal a withdrawal from NATO’s broader commitment to Arctic security.

<p>German Bundeswehr troops on a NATO recon mission reportedly left Greenland abruptly. Bad weather is being blamed, but could it be because Trump is raising invasion rhetoric and slapping tariffs on European nations backing the territory?&nbsp;</p>

So much for Greenland defence by NATO: German soldiers quietly exit territory amid Trump invasion talk, claims report

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