Millions from Beijing to Bangkok celebrate Lunar New Year and welcome the rare Year of the Fire Horse with traditions, family gatherings, and cultural festivities.
Australia has announced it will not assist in repatriating 34 women and children linked to IS from Syria’s Roj camp, emphasizing security concerns and legal consequences if they return.
Brazil’s Carnival returns in vibrant photos, featuring dazzling floats, wild costumes, samba rhythms, and nonstop street parties — a vivid celebration of culture and joy.
Changes to West Bank governance spark fears of a gradual “silent transfer” toward Jordan as land registration and annexation moves deepen control, raising regional anxieties.
India’s Coast Guard seized three U.S.-sanctioned tankers linked to Iran’s “shadow fleet” near Mumbai, amid closer trade ties with the U.S. and heightened global sanctions enforcement.
At an AI summit in New Delhi, Prime Minister Narendra Modi positioned India as a rising tech power, using innovation diplomacy to signal renewed global ambition after a challenging year.
Donald Trump said he could end the Ukraine war in a day, but fighting has intensified, leaving Ukrainians facing ongoing strikes, uncertainty, and a distant path to peace.
Italy’s famed Lovers’ Arch on the southern coast collapsed on Valentine’s Day, marking the loss of a cherished natural landmark shaped by centuries of erosion.
Donald Trump and Kamala Harris led bipartisan tributes to civil rights leader Jesse Jackson, honoring his decades of activism and lasting influence on American politics.
A visual reflection on the life of Jesse Jackson, tracing his journey from civil rights marches to presidential campaigns through iconic photographs.
Tension lingers in Bangladesh as newly sworn‑in leaders herald a fresh era, while Jamaat‑led allies, after protests and standoffs over constitutional reforms, signal unresolved political rifts.
Civil rights leader Jesse Jackson leaves behind a decades-long legacy of activism, political engagement, and hope that reshaped American democracy.
A suspected Russian “shadow fleet” tanker was allowed to leave France after paying a fine, highlighting ongoing maritime enforcement tied to sanctions.
An abandoned baby monkey is being cared for by wildlife specialists, finding comfort in a plush toy as he begins a careful rehabilitation journey.
The U.S. Pentagon may declare AI company Anthropic a “supply chain risk” over disputes about how its Claude AI can be used by the military, highlighting tensions between innovation and defense priorities.
Multiple attacks in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa left at least 14 security personnel and three civilians, including a child, dead in bombings and clashes, highlighting persistent militant threats.
The U.S. Navy’s largest aircraft carrier, the USS Gerald R. Ford, is redeploying from the Caribbean toward the Middle East as U.S.–Iran tensions and nuclear negotiations continue.
Tata Advanced Systems and Airbus inaugurated India’s first private H125 helicopter assembly line in Karnataka, marking a milestone in the country’s aerospace manufacturing growth.
Authorities cleared Nancy Guthrie’s family as suspects while her sister Savannah made an emotional plea to the suspected abductor as the investigation continues.
As Iran conducts live‑fire drills and issues firm warnings, Iran–U.S. indirect nuclear talks in Geneva yield reported progress on guiding principles, bridging risk and restraint.
Iran and the U.S. agreed on a set of “guiding principles” in Geneva nuclear talks, offering a framework for further negotiation while noting that a final agreement remains distant.
Nepal plans to ban inexperienced climbers from Mount Everest, aiming to reduce overcrowding and improve safety amid rising “extreme tourism.”
The Year of the Horse in the Chinese zodiac symbolizes energy, independence, and forward movement, reflecting centuries of cultural tradition and lunar celebration.
Four new astronauts have joined the International Space Station, strengthening the crew and expanding capacity for biomedical, materials, and exploration-focused research.