German Chancellor Merz met President Xi in Beijing to enhance Germany-China trade and diplomatic ties, focusing on cooperation, trade imbalances, Ukraine, and peaceful resolutions amid global shifts.
China's Spring Festival travel rush sets new records with billions of trips across rail, road, air, and waterways, highlighting a massive surge in domestic mobility.
President Xi Jinping extended Chinese New Year greetings for the Year of the Horse, reflecting on China's achievements in the past year and outlining future aspirations.
China releases new anti-monopoly guidelines for internet platforms, aiming to curb tech giant power and promote fair competition in the digital economy.
China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi is scheduled to attend the 62nd Munich Security Conference in Germany and visit Hungary, signaling China's engagement in global security dialogues.
The Supreme Court is reviewing a federal law that prohibits marijuana users from owning guns, raising questions about "unlawful user" definitions and Second Amendment rights.
OFAC issues new General Licenses expanding permitted activities in the Venezuelan energy sector, allowing for increased U.S. engagement in oil and gas operations.
The U.S. has ordered non-emergency embassy staff to leave Beirut as tensions rise with Iran, citing increased regional security risks and potential threats from Hezbollah.
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un re-elected as General Secretary of the Workers' Party, reaffirming his power amidst claims of nuclear advancements and a party leadership reshuffle.
Fujifilm Business Innovation acquires ETG Global to enhance its core system sales and implementation support, strengthening its IT talent and global expansion efforts.
California Water Service Group is acquiring Nexus Water Group's systems in Nevada and Oregon for $218 million, expanding its customer base and solidifying its position as the largest regulated water utility in the western U.S.
Enerflex Ltd. announces strong Q4 2025 financial results, including record free cash flow, and the strategic divestiture of its Asia Pacific operations. The company provides a positive outlook for 2026.
NORMA Group SE announces a public share buyback offer for up to 10% of its share capital at EUR 16.59 per share, as part of its strategy to return capital following the sale of its Water Management business.
Netherlands returns a 3,500-year-old Egyptian sculpture, looted during the Arab Spring, after an international investigation and cooperation with Spanish authorities.
China’s commercial space industry drew global attention at a major Beijing expo featuring reusable rockets, satellite manufacturing and space applications, highlighting rapid growth across the private aerospace sector.
Francesca Lollobrigida wins Italy's first gold at Milan Cortina 2026, breaking the Olympic record in women's 3,000m speed skating and ending Dutch dominance.
Team GB's appeal to use new aerodynamic skeleton helmets at the 2026 Winter Olympics has been denied by the Court of Arbitration for Sport, upholding the IBSF's ban.
Relive the dazzling opening ceremony of the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan and Cortina, featuring Mariah Carey, dual Olympic flames, and a celebration of Italian culture.
Hilary Knight ties the U.S. Olympic women's hockey scoring record as the USA defeats Finland 5-0 at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan. Read the full game recap and highlights.
Japan swept the top three spots in the men’s short program at the Four Continents Championships in Beijing, led by Kao Miura, setting up a tense free skate battle.
Fujifilm Business Innovation acquires ETG Global to enhance its core system sales and implementation support, strengthening its IT talent and global expansion efforts.
California Water Service Group is acquiring Nexus Water Group's systems in Nevada and Oregon for $218 million, expanding its customer base and solidifying its position as the largest regulated water utility in the western U.S.
Algeria has officially initiated the termination of its air services agreement with the UAE, citing national security concerns and diplomatic tensions. Learn more about the implications of this decision.
U.S. and Iran engage in crucial nuclear talks in Oman, seeking to de-escalate tensions amid military buildup and persistent disagreements on enrichment and missiles.
Former President Trump demands $1 billion in damages from Harvard University amid an escalating dispute over campus antisemitism and federal investigations.
China’s official PMIs slipped back into contraction in January, with manufacturing at 49.3 and non-manufacturing at 49.4, reflecting softer demand and holiday-season disruptions even as output stayed resilient.
Oil prices rebounded after a sharp drop as traders weighed Middle East maritime risks, renewed diplomatic signals, and supply concerns tied to Russia and OPEC+ policy.
Commodities slumped as gold and silver plunged from record highs, with margin hikes and a stronger dollar amplifying the selloff and dragging global stocks into a broader risk-off move.
Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei warned that any US attack would ignite a “regional war,” as military deployments and nuclear-related pressure raise the risk of escalation despite talk of renewed negotiations.
Russia’s Sergei Shoigu met China’s Wang Yi in Beijing and reiterated Moscow’s “consistent and unwavering” support for Beijing’s Taiwan position, as the two sides discussed regional and international security issues.
Washington Post journalists are appealing directly to owner Jeff Bezos to prevent newsroom cuts and layoffs, citing concerns about the paper's future and journalistic integrity.
Maersk will temporarily operate two Panama Canal ports after Panama’s Supreme Court ruled the previous concession unconstitutional, triggering a transition plan and renewed scrutiny of strategic canal-linked infrastructure.
The EU has formally designated Iran’s IRGC as a terrorist organisation, triggering asset freezes and support bans across the bloc as Europe escalates pressure over Iran’s protest crackdown.
Amazon confirmed about 16,000 corporate job cuts after an internal “Project Dawn” layoff message was sent accidentally, extending a broader push to reduce layers, boost efficiency and expand AI-driven automation.
South Korea’s former first lady Kim Keon Hee was sentenced to 20 months in prison after a court found she accepted luxury gifts as bribes tied to the Unification Church, while other major allegations were dismissed for lack of evidence.
UPS plans to cut up to 30,000 jobs and close 24 facilities in 2026 as it reduces Amazon delivery volume, even as the company beat earnings estimates and forecast higher revenue for the year.
