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Gaza ceasefire deadline passes as Hamas fails to provide hostages' names

Hamas blamed the delay in handing over the names on technical field reasons

S Korea president arrested over martial law decree, his supporters riot

Yoon's arrest could mark the beginning of an extended period in custody for him, lasting months or more

Trump-aligned group hints at blueprint to target 'sanctuary' jurisdictions

They threatened criminal prosecutions and lawsuits going after officials' personal finances

Southeast Asian nations seek breakthrough in South China Sea disputes

The retreat on the idyllic northern resort island of Langkawi was the first major meeting of the 10-member Association of Southeast Asian Nations hosted by Malaysia

Trump in Washington for inaugural celebrations; to sign 100 orders on day 1

Trump said he is planning to sign a record-setting number of executive actions on day one

Most likely will give TikTok 90-day extension to avoid ban, says Trump

Trump said in an NBC News interview that he had not decided what to do but was considering granting TikTok a reprieve after he is sworn into office on Monday

Palestinians prepare to welcome relatives to be released from Israel

Israel's justice ministry has published a list of 95 Palestinian prisoners set to be released on Sunday. Most of them are accused of crimes such as incitement, vandalism, supporting terror activities

As Trump returns to White House, his family circle has a different look

Family members can provide presidents with a ready source of moral and sounding-board support, companionship and even relief from the world's problems

How TikTok grew from a fun app to potential national security threat in US

Starting in 2017, when the Chinese social video app merged with its competitor Musical.ly, TikTok has grown from a niche teen app into a global trendsetter

Impeached South Korean President Yoon argues for release before court

Yoon, who has been in detention since he was apprehended on Wednesday in a massive law enforcement operation at residence, faces potential rebellion charges linked to his declaration of martial law

Israel releases list of over 700 Palestinian prisoners to be released

The list includes members of Hamas and Islamic militant groups, some of whom are serving life sentences and are convicted of serious offences such as murder

Qatar says Israel-Hamas ceasefire to go into effect at 8:30 am on Jan 19

Under the deal, 33 hostages are set to be released over the next six weeks, in exchange for hundreds of Palestinians imprisoned by Israel

UN announces new plan to counter surge in antisemitism, hate crimes

Outside the UN, the plan encourages governments and organisations to denounce antisemitism swiftly and enhance education about the Holocaust and antisemitism

Manchester United and Scotland football legend Denis Law dies aged 84

The death of Law, the only Scottish player to win the Ballon d'Or, was announced by his family through United on Friday. In 2021 he was diagnosed with dementia.

Transfer news: Khvicha Kvaratskhelia signs with French club PSG until 2029

Khvicha Kvaratskhelia completed his expected move from Napoli to Paris Saint-Germain when he signed a deal until 2029 with the record 12-time French champion.

Will 'go dark' unless Biden gives clarity following SC ruling, says TikTok

Supreme Court in its ruling held that the risk to national security posed by TikTok's ties to China overcomes concerns about limiting speech by the app or its 170 million users in the United States

Court rules against policy to shield immigrants who came to US as children

Trump sought to end DACA during his first term, but he also occasionally expressed wishes that beneficiaries be allowed to stay

German Lufthansa seals deal to get 41% of ITA Airways, full control by 2033

Under the deal, the merged company must make it possible for rival airlines to launch non-stop flights between Rome or Milan and central European airports, where competition is limited

US lawsuit accuses Pepsi of favouring Walmart over smaller stores

PepsiCo said the lawsuit is wrong on the facts and the law and misunderstands the way consumer product companies help retailers provide lower prices

Mexico, EU revamp trade deal before Trump takes office with tariff threats

The updated deal, which first entered into force 25 years ago, also seeks to facilitate strategic cooperation on key geopolitical issues, the European Union said in a statement