Venezuela’s Maduro Signals Openness to Talks With US on Drugs and Oil While Avoiding CIA Strike Claims

Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro has said his government is open to negotiating with the United States on cooperation against drug trafficking and on energy related matters, while remaining silent on allegations surrounding a recent CIA linked operation on Venezuelan territory. His comments were

Seven Killed After Saudi Air Strikes Hit UAE Backed Separatists During Yemen Operation

At least seven people have been killed after Saudi led air strikes targeted UAE backed separatist forces in southern Yemen, according to local officials, casting doubt over claims that a planned operation to retake military camps would be carried out peacefully. The strikes

Swiss Authorities Work to Identify Victims After Deadly New Year Fire in Alpine Resort

Swiss investigators have begun the difficult and emotional process of identifying victims following a devastating fire that swept through a packed bar during New Year celebrations in the alpine resort town of Crans-Montana. The blaze, which broke out late on New Year’s Eve,

Russia Claims Ukrainian Drone Strike Kills Dozens in Occupied Kherson Region

Russian officials have accused Ukraine of carrying out a deadly drone attack in the Russian-occupied part of the Kherson region, saying at least 24 people were killed and more than 50 wounded during New Year celebrations in a coastal village. The claim comes

China’s BYD Overtakes Tesla as Global EV Leader Amid Sales Pressure and Political Backlash

China’s electric vehicle giant BYD has overtaken Tesla to become the world’s largest electric vehicle producer, marking a major shift in the global auto industry as Tesla grapples with slowing sales, political controversy, and intensifying international competition. Tesla confirmed on Friday that it

Chinese Table Tennis Champion Says Police Detain User Over Threat Against His Family

Former world champion table tennis player Chen Qi has said that a social media user who sent him a message threatening to murder his entire family has been detained by police in China, bringing a swift conclusion to a case that shocked fans

Badminton Authorities Consider Shorter Scoring Format to Speed Up Matches

International badminton officials are considering a major change to the sport’s traditional scoring system as part of efforts to make matches shorter and more viewer friendly, a move that could significantly alter how the game is played at the highest level. The proposal,

China’s EV sector doubles down on discounts and cheap financing as growth cools

China’s electric vehicle industry has entered 2026 with another wave of aggressive discounts and cheap financing, as automakers struggle to sustain growth amid slowing demand and intensifying competition. Despite repeated calls from Beijing to curb excessive internal competition, often described as involution, companies

Malaysia Sees Cleaner New Year Celebrations as Stricter Littering Laws Take Effect

Malaysia welcomed the start of 2026 with noticeably cleaner New Year’s Eve celebrations, as tougher enforcement against littering helped reduce waste levels in key public areas, particularly in the capital. Authorities and waste management officials said the improvement reflected growing public awareness alongside

Netflix Warner Deal Raises Alarm Across India’s Entertainment Industry

Netflix’s proposed 72 billion US dollar takeover of Warner Bros. Discovery is triggering unease across India’s film and entertainment sector, where producers, distributors, and cinema operators fear the deal could accelerate audience migration away from theatres while intensifying competition in the already crowded