World News
Stay informed with latest World news updates from across the globe. Comprehensive coverage of international events, politics, economics, conflicts, and diplomatic relations. Breaking news and in-depth analysis of major world events. Your trusted source for World News.
Japan's Historic Election: First Woman PM Takaichi Seeks Mandate Amid Snowfall
Japan votes Sunday as PM Sanae Takaichi's coalition eyes majority. Opposition criticizes weak yen stance and snap election timing amid heavy snowfall forecast.
Veteran Actor Sunil Thapa of 'Mary Kom' & 'The Family Man' Fame Dies at 68
Nepali cinema veteran & Bollywood actor Sunil Thapa, known for 'Mary Kom' & 'The Family Man', dies at 68 in Kathmandu. CM Prem Singh Tamang pays tribute.
China's Military Purge Sparks War-Readiness Fears, US Dialogue Collapses
Sweeping PLA purge removes top commanders, cripples US-China military dialogue, and raises critical questions about Beijing's readiness for Taiwan conflict.
800 Dancers Set Malaysian Record Welcoming PM Modi with Indian Dance
Over 800 dancers set a Malaysia Book of Records entry with a traditional Indian dance performance during PM Narendra Modi's visit to Kuala Lumpur.
China Tightens Grip on Tibetan Religion, Bans Minors From Monasteries
China enforces ban on children under 18 entering Tibetan monasteries during holidays, part of wider cultural assimilation policies, reports say.
Pakistan Taxes Productive Few to Fund Bloated Bureaucracy, Report Says
Report reveals Pakistan's tax burden falls on 4% of workforce, funding bureaucracy and driving skilled professionals into exile by 2025.
Pakistan's Job Crisis Fuels "Twin Dangers" of Unrest and Mass Exodus
Report warns Pakistan faces domestic unrest and accelerating outward migration as it fails to create millions of needed jobs for its youth.
Veteran Actor Sunil Thapa, Iconic Villain of Nepali Cinema, Dies at 68
Veteran Nepali actor Sunil Thapa, famed for 'Rate Kaila' and role in 'Mary Kom', dies at 68 in Kathmandu after cardiac arrest.
Mariah Carey Stuns at 2026 Winter Olympics Opening with Italian Classic
Mariah Carey dazzled at the 2026 Winter Olympics opening in Milan, performing "Volare" and her hit "Nothing Is Impossible" in a sparkling gown.
Taiwan Tracks Chinese Military Sorties Amid Trump-Xi Call on Ties
Taiwan reports Chinese military activity near its air defense zone. The incursions come as former US President Trump details a positive call with China's Xi Jinping.
Addis Ababa Welcomes 700,000 Tourists, Boosts Revenue to $1 Billion
Addis Ababa sees 700,000 international tourist arrivals in six months, generating $1 billion in revenue and hosting 150 major events.
South Africa Launches First Locally-Made FMD Vaccine in 20 Years
South Africa produces its first local foot-and-mouth disease vaccine in 20 years, aiming for proactive disease control and reduced import reliance.
Charlize Theron Channels Mandela in Powerful Olympic Peace Plea
At the 2026 Winter Olympics opening, UN ambassador Charlize Theron delivered a powerful message of peace, quoting Nelson Mandela to a global audience.
US Lifts 25% Tariff on India After Oil Deal, Boosts Defence Ties
US President Donald Trump lifts 25% penalty tariff on Indian imports after India halts Russian oil purchases and agrees to a 10-year defence framework.
Trump Lifts 25% Tariff on India After Oil, Security Pledges
President Trump removes tariffs after India commits to stop buying Russian oil and deepens US security & economic ties. Refunds to be issued.
US Joins APEC 2026 Talks in Guangzhou to Push "America First" Trade
The US delegation at the APEC 2026 Senior Officials' Meeting in Guangzhou aims to open Asian markets for exports and combat illegal fishing and timber trade.
ISIS Exploits Social Media to Radicalize Southeast Asian Youth Online
Report warns ISIS uses TikTok, Telegram to spread propaganda and fundraise in Philippines, Indonesia, Malaysia, creating lone wolf threats.
US Calls for New Nuclear Arms Control Era as New START Expires
Secretary Marco Rubio outlines US push for multilateral nuclear arms control involving Russia and China after New START treaty expiration.
US Reverses China's Latin America Gains: Ports, Military Deals Lost
Report details China losing strategic ports in Panama, military contracts, and influence across Latin America as US strategy under Trump gains ground.
Turkmenistan's New Motorway to Boost Regional Trade and Transit Potential
A new private investment motorway in Turkmenistan aims to connect major global transport corridors, boosting regional trade and logistics efficiency.
Romania Issues Red Flood Alert as Heavy Rains Isolate Villages
Romania issues a red flood alert for the Niscov River after heavy rainfall, isolating a village. Authorities also issue orange and yellow alerts across several counties.
France Opens First EU Consulate in Greenland Amid Arctic Geopolitical Shift
France establishes its first consulate in Greenland, signaling strengthened Arctic presence amid NATO planning and ongoing US interest in the territory.
800 Dancers Aim for Record as Modi Visits Malaysia in Diaspora Spectacle
Indian diaspora in Malaysia to attempt a record with 800 dancers performing classical and folk forms during PM Modi's visit for bilateral talks.
Russia, US Agree to Start New Nuclear Treaty Talks Amid Strategic Void
Kremlin confirms US and Russia recognize urgent need for new nuclear arms treaty talks after New START expires, amid geopolitical tensions.
Pakistan's Debt Crisis Deepens: 70.7% of GDP Breaches Legal Limit
Pakistan's public debt soared to 70.7% of GDP, far exceeding the legal limit, with half the federal budget now consumed by debt servicing.