
Behind Closed Doors in Beijing: When Silence Begins to Echo
Disappearances of senior Chinese officials point to internal tensions shaped by centralization, loyalty tests, and power consolidation under President Xi.

Disappearances of senior Chinese officials point to internal tensions shaped by centralization, loyalty tests, and power consolidation under President Xi.

Fourteen migrants died after a migrant boat collided with a Greek coastguard vessel, underscoring the ongoing dangers along Mediterranean migration routes.

South Sudan’s SSPDF says it has taken Motot town after clashes with SPLA-IO, highlighting continued tensions despite a fragile national peace process.

The World Bank says poor waste management costs MENA USD 7.2bn yearly, urging a shift toward circular economy models to reduce losses and environmental harm.

Uruguay’s President Orsi confirmed deeper cooperation with China after talks with Xi, continuing a pragmatic trade-driven path despite warnings from Donald Trump.

Record snowfall across Japan has killed at least 30 people, straining communities and highlighting the growing risks winter poses to an aging population.

Somali forces killed seven al-Shabaab militants in a Middle Shabelle operation, reflecting ongoing security efforts amid long-standing conflict and community aspirations for peace.

Elon Musk criticized Spain’s prime minister over proposed limits on under-16s using social media and tougher rules on hateful content, highlighting deep divisions over online regulation.

Ten years after the Brexit vote, the EU and UK plan to intensify talks on closer cooperation, signaling a pragmatic shift toward rebuilding working ties.

Saif al-Islam Gaddafi, son of Libya’s former leader, has been killed, marking another unresolved chapter in the country’s long and fragile post-Gaddafi era.

Scientists found abiotic sugar enantiomers in the Orgueil meteorite, suggesting key life-related molecules formed in space before reaching early Earth.

Gazans returning through Rafah describe additional checks by Palestinian militia, adding tension to an already fragile journey home after displacement.

An emergent count shows Iran’s killing of protesters has reached a level rarely seen, pointing to thousands of deaths and a deepening national trauma.

A mother asked her 13-year-old son to swim four hours to reach help after their family became stranded offshore, calling it one of the hardest decisions she has ever made.

French prosecutors raided offices linked to X as part of an investigation into child abuse imagery and deepfakes, reflecting growing scrutiny of platform responsibilities.

NASA paused Artemis II’s fueling test due to persistent hydrogen leaks, delaying the anticipated February launch to at least March while teams investigate and plan another rehearsal.

Perodua’s first electric vehicle, the QV-E, has received 205 bookings since its December 1 launch, reflecting early interest as production and localisation efforts continue.

Netflix’s proposed acquisition of Warner Bros faces rising scrutiny in the U.S. Senate and from regulators, as executives defend the deal against concerns over competition and market dominance.

Europe saw modest average food inflation in 2025, but select products like chocolate, frozen fruit, and beef experienced significant price rises, reflecting varied national experiences and broader economic forces.

Proton Saga MC3 sold 10,285 units in January 2026, delivered around 19,000 cars and amassed close to 100,000 bookings since its launch.

Astronomers completed the largest study of runaway stars, using precise motion data to reveal how stars are ejected and what their paths tell us about the Milky Way.

Trump’s push to tap Venezuela’s oil faces deep infrastructure decay, legal uncertainty, and market realities that complicate the strategy.

Elon Musk calls a French police raid on X offices a political attack, highlighting tensions between governments and global platforms.

Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia has begun CKD production of the new Xforce SUV at its Pekan plant and will open official bookings this week starting Feb. 5.