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Donald Trump withdraws National Guard from Chicago, LA and Portland

Donald Trump had earlier ordered the National Guard to Portland, Los Angeles, and Washington, DC

Even the sky may not be the limit as AI data centres prepare for orbit

Some tech leaders are concerned that AI race will exhaust available land, energy. The solution might lie in orbit

Neuralink plans 'high-volume' brain implant production by 2026, says Musk

The company began human trials of its brain implant in 2024 after addressing safety concerns raised by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration

Gen Z protests: Nepal probe panel to summon Oli over use of force

Oli has publicly stated that he would not appear before the commission, questioning its legitimacy and impartiality

US drew bulk of state-owned investments in 2025: Global SWF report

Funneling investments to the US came at the expense of emerging markets, however - despite their outsized performance in 2025

At least 24 killed in Ukraine drone attack in Kherson, says Russia

The claims couldn't be independently verified though Saldo later posted photos allegedly showing the aftermath

Why are China's restaurants struggling to recover from the slowdown?

Weak spending behaviour has become more common in China as households worry about income stability and falling asset values

Ukrainian drone trike on New Year party kills at least 24 in Russia

The air defence systems have intercepted and destroyed 168 Ukrainian UAVs over the regions during the New Year night, and many airports in south and central Russia

Several dead in fire at ski resort in Switzerland on New Year's Eve

Several people were killed and many injured after a fire broke out at a crowded bar in the Swiss ski resort of Crans-Montana during New Year's celebrations

Pakistan witnesses drop in terror attacks since Afghan border closure

CRSS data showed that terrorist attacks went down by almost 17% in December, preceded by 9% decline in November, while terrorism-linked fatalities also fell in the last quarter of 2025

Cities around world welcome 2026 with fireworks, heightened security

In New York City's Times Square, revellers braved frigid temperatures to celebrate with the famed New Year's Eve ball drop

France may follow Australia in banning social media for children under 15

The proposal follows a French parliamentary investigation that found platforms were deliberately exposing minors to harmful content, prompting calls for stricter online safeguards

Zohran Mamdani sworn in as New York City's youngest & first Muslim mayor

Zohran Mamdani takes oath as as New York City's mayor, becoming the first Muslim, South Asian, and youngest leader at 34; a public ceremony follows at City Hall

Why China plans to tighten silver exports from January 1 and why it matters

China will tighten controls on silver exports from January 1, raising concerns for global industries as prices hit record highs and the metal gains strategic importance in clean energy and defence

Former Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina urges unity in New Year message

Expressing hope for renewal, she added, May it wipe away the sorrows and afflictions of the past, correct mistakes and shortcomings, and become a memorable year for everyone

China's Xi hails nation's tech progress, renews pledge to take back Taiwan

China plans its economic development over periods of five years and is preparing to discuss its new five-year plan at the upcoming legislative session in March

China asks Netherlands to correct Nexperia 'mistakes', remove obstacles

Beijing said that Dutch decisions have disrupted the normal functioning of the semiconductor supply chain, which is affecting companies and markets around the world

CIA rejects Russia's claim of Ukraine targeting Putin's residence

Moscow alleged Kyiv targeted Putin's residence, a claim he raised with Donald Trump during a phone call. The CIA later briefed Trump that such an attack was unlikely to have occurred

Taiwan's President Lai pledges robust defence after China military drills

Since Lai took office in May 2024, China has escalated pressure on archipelago of 23 million people it regards as its territory

US sanctions 4 Venezuelan oil firms, 4 more tankers in Maduro crackdown

The latest sanctions from the Treasury Department's Office of Foreign Assets Control target ships called Nord Star, Lunar Tide, Rosalind and Della, and their registered ownership companies