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South Korean Banks Join Gov't to Halt Won's Slide vs Dollar
Major South Korean banks are implementing measures, including cutting dollar deposit rates, to support the won after it neared 1,450 per USD.
South Korea's Free Economic Zones See 4.4% Rise in Firms, Boosting Jobs & Investment
Companies in S. Korea's free economic zones rose 4.4% in 2024, driving an 8.8% employment gain and a 14.4% investment increase.
Finland's Stubb Backs Denmark in Greenland Row, Warns Against US Tariffs
Finnish President Alexander Stubb urges allies to resolve disputes through dialogue, not pressure, amid Trump's tariff threats over Greenland.
Netherlands, UK Condemn Trump's Greenland Tariff Threats Over Arctic Security
Netherlands and UK criticize Trump's tariffs over Greenland, stressing Arctic security is a NATO concern and the island's status is for Denmark to decide.
Nobel Foundation Rejects Trump's Acceptance of Peace Prize Medal
The Nobel Foundation reiterates prizes cannot be passed on, following reports Maria Corina Machado gave her Peace Prize medal to Donald Trump.
Canada's China Pivot: Pragmatism in an Autocrat-Driven World Order
Veteran journalist Terry Milewski analyzes Canada's foreign policy recalibration towards China as a pragmatic necessity in an unstable global landscape.
103 Mosquito-Borne Deaths in Sindh: Hospital Data Exposes Official Under-Count
Hospital data reveals 103 mosquito-borne deaths in Sindh for 2025, starkly contradicting the official health department tally of 33 fatalities.
Portugal's Presidential Election Begins With Record 11 Candidates
Over 11 million voters in Portugal choose a president from 11 candidates. A second-round runoff is expected for the first time in 40 years.
Taliban Urges Pakistan to Halt Afghan Refugee Arrests, Respect Rights
Taliban calls on Pakistan to respect refugee rights and halt arrests of Afghan migrants and journalists, as UN reports an 18% increase in detentions.
Rapper-Turned-Mayor Balen Shah Resigns, Eyes PM Post in Nepal Polls
Kathmandu Mayor Balen Shah resigns to contest elections. The Rastriya Swatantra Party projects the former rapper as its prime ministerial candidate.
China Drone Intrusion Near Taiwan's Pratas Islands Escalates Tensions
Taiwan reports a Chinese military drone entered airspace near the Pratas Islands, calling it a reckless act that threatens regional peace and stability.
Kathmandu Mayor Balen Shah Resigns, Sets Sights on Nepal's Parliament
Kathmandu Mayor Balen Shah resigns to contest Nepal's House of Representatives election, potentially facing former PM KP Sharma Oli.
Invest in Women's STEM Careers for a Resilient, Future-Proof Economy
WEF's Ebru Ozdemir argues gender-focused reskilling and investing in women in STEM is crucial for a sustainable, resilient global economy.
Russian Drone Strikes Kill 2, Injure Dozens; Zelenskyy Pleads for Air Defense
Overnight Russian drone strikes across Ukraine kill two, injure dozens including a child, and cause widespread power outages amid freezing temperatures.
Debris Found in Indonesia Plane Crash; One Victim Recovered from Mount Bulusaraung
Indonesian rescuers find debris and one victim from crashed ATR 42-500 on Mount Bulusaraung. Search continues for others amid challenging terrain.
Pakistan Finds Poliovirus in 40 Environmental Samples in December
Pakistan's NIH reports 40 positive environmental samples for poliovirus in December 2025, highlighting gaps in vaccination coverage.
Poliovirus Found in 40 Pakistan Sewage Samples; Vaccination Drive Set
Poliovirus detected in 40 sewage samples across Pakistan in Dec 2025, though cases fell. New vaccination campaign aims for 45M children.
Wildfire Rages for 2 Days in Remote Chinese Village, 326 Rescuers Mobilized
A wildfire in remote Yunnan Province, China, has burned for nearly two days, mobilizing 326 rescuers. No casualties reported despite challenging terrain.
South Korea's Temple Stays Hit Record 350,000, While Monk Ordinations Plummet
A record 349,219 people joined temple stays in South Korea in 2025, even as monastic ordinations hit a critical low, threatening Buddhism's future.
Russia Plans "Dangerous Strikes" on Ukraine's Nuclear Plant Power Supply
Ukraine warns Russia is planning dangerous strikes on substations supplying nuclear plants, risking a catastrophic loss of power in winter.
Sydney Evacuations as Flash Floods, Landslides Hit Amid Torrential Rain
Life-threatening flash flooding and a landslide prompt evacuations in Sydney. Emergency services rescue dozens as intense rainfall batters New South Wales.
South Korea's President Lee Appoints Hong Ik-pyo as New Political Affairs Secretary
Former DP lawmaker Hong Ik-pyo appointed as President Lee Jae Myung's new secretary for political affairs, replacing Woo Sang-ho ahead of elections.
4.1 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Afghanistan at Shallow, Dangerous Depth
A shallow 4.1 magnitude earthquake struck Afghanistan, following recent tremors. Experts warn shallow quakes cause stronger shaking and more damage.
3.5 Magnitude Quake Hits Myanmar, Region Sees Multiple Tremors
A magnitude 3.5 earthquake struck Myanmar at 65 km depth, following recent tremors of 3.3 and 4.8 magnitude in the seismically active region.
EU Stands Firm: Greenland Not For Sale, Rejects Trump Tariff Threats
EU Parliament President Roberta Metsola declares Greenland's sovereignty must be respected, responding to Trump's tariff threats over a proposed purchase.