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China Exploits US Distractions to Push Global Leadership Ambitions
As the US focuses on Venezuela and Iran, China positions itself as a global stabilizer through economic partnerships, challenging US leadership.
Trump Threatens 100% Tariffs if Canada Strikes China Trade Deal
US President Donald Trump threatens 100% tariffs on Canadian goods if PM Mark Carney pursues a trade agreement with China, warning "China will eat Canada alive."
Trump's AI Penguins & Arctic Ambitions: Greenland Push Intensifies
White House shares AI images of Trump in Greenland as President renews assertive stance on territory, linking it to tariffs and military access.
China Seizes Catholic Clergy Passports, Imposes Strict Travel Controls
New rules force Chinese Catholic clergy to surrender passports for centralized control, requiring strict approval for all overseas travel.
Bangladesh Alarmed by Rising Use of Religion in Election Politics: Report
TIB report highlights a sharp rise in using religion for political gains in Bangladesh elections, with Islamist candidates at a 5-election high.
Ex-South Korean PM Lee Hae-chan in Critical Condition After Heart Attack in Vietnam
Former South Korean Prime Minister Lee Hae-chan is in critical condition after a heart attack during a Vietnam trip. Senior presidential aide dispatched.
Bangladesh Textile Shutdown Threatens RMG Exports, Jobs Ahead of Election
Indefinite textile mill shutdown in Bangladesh threatens $23B industry, 10 lakh jobs, and RMG exports ahead of national elections, sparking crisis.
5.1-Magnitude Earthquake Hits Western Turkey, No Casualties Reported
A 5.1-magnitude quake hits Balikesir, Turkey. Authorities report no casualties or damage. Field assessments are ongoing.
7 Dead, 82 Missing After Devastating Landslide Hits Indonesia's West Java
Heavy rainfall triggers a deadly landslide in West Java, Indonesia, leaving 7 dead and 82 missing as search and rescue efforts intensify.
S. Korea Urges US to Keep Coupang Probe Separate from Bilateral Trade Issues
South Korea's trade minister tells U.S. officials the Coupang data breach investigation is not discriminatory and should not become a trade dispute.
New Zealand Landslide Search Ends, Recovery Begins for Six Missing
Authorities shift to recovery after landslide at NZ holiday park. Human remains found, six unaccounted for. PM Luxon meets grieving families.
WEF 2026: World Leaders Tackle AI, Trade Tensions, and Gaza Peace
At Davos, global leaders from Trump to Georgieva convened to discuss AI's impact, US-China relations, and financial resilience in Gaza.
EU Pumps €10M Into Afghan Women's Business Empowerment Program
The EU allocates €10 million for Afghan women's economic empowerment, focusing on finance, skills, and market access in underserved provinces.
Taiwan Tracks 26 Chinese Military Sorties, 6 Warships in Latest Strait Tensions
Taiwan's defense ministry detected 26 Chinese military aircraft sorties and 6 naval vessels operating around the island, with most crossing the Taiwan Strait median line.
3.0 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Tibet, Highlighting Seismic Risk
A magnitude 3.0 earthquake struck Tibet at a shallow depth. Learn about the region's high seismic risk due to tectonic plate collisions.
Trump Warns Canada: China Will "Eat Them Up" Over Greenland Dome Rejection
Trump warns Canada that China will "eat them up" for rejecting the US "Golden Dome" missile defense project over Greenland in favor of a trade deal with Beijing.
Danish, Greenland PMs Meet After Trump Drops Arctic Takeover Threat
Danish PM Mette Frederiksen meets Greenland's leader in Nuuk to show support after US President Donald Trump withdraws takeover threats and tariffs.
Taiwan Spots 23 Chinese Military Sorties, 17 Cross Strait Median Line
Taiwan's defence ministry reports 23 PLA aircraft sorties, with 17 crossing the Taiwan Strait median line, amid ongoing regional tensions.
China's Persistent Cyber Threat Targets US Civilian Infrastructure, Alarms Officials
US lawmakers warn China is the top cyber threat targeting civilian power grids, elections, and transport, urging deeper cooperation with allies like India.
US Defense Official Visits South Korea, Japan to Boost Military Alliance
US Under Secretary Elbridge Colby will visit Seoul and Tokyo to discuss defense spending, nuclear submarines, and wartime operational control transfer.
Bangladesh Risks Locking Into China-Pakistan Military Ecosystem: Report
Report warns Bangladesh's military deals with China and Pakistan could compromise its sovereignty and shift regional power balance.
Lee Jae Myung Urges Public Backing for Regional Growth and AI Shift
President Lee Jae Myung stresses public support for balanced regional development and positioning Ulsan as a national AI hub to overcome Seoul's overconcentration.
Laos Intensifies Crackdown on Workplace Discrimination and Child Labor
Laos reviews training manual to eliminate workplace abuse, align with international labor standards, and modernize education for workforce development.
China's Fishing Fleet Called "Weapon" by US Lawmakers in IUU Probe
A US congressional investigation accuses China of using its massive fishing fleet for coercion, forced labor, and threatening global food security and US national security.
Pakistan's Exports Plunge 20.4%, Trade Deficit Widens Amid Crisis
Pakistan's exports fell 20.4% in Dec 2025, marking a fifth monthly decline as the trade deficit balloons 35% amid a deep economic crisis.