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.
Storm Chandra brought heavy rain and strong winds to the UK and Ireland, triggering flooding, rescues, school closures, flight and ferry cancellations, and widespread power outages.
USA Rare Earth shares jumped after the US backed a $1.6 billion funding package to build a Texas mine and US magnet facility, boosting Washington’s push to reduce dependence on China.
Sinochem has proposed a “structured solution” to resolve a governance dispute at Pirelli, as Camfin increases its stake and Italy weighs intervention under golden power rules.
Singapore is expected to keep monetary policy unchanged as growth strengthens and inflation remains contained, giving MAS room to maintain a stable exchange-rate stance.
Germany’s Ifo business climate index held steady in January at 87.6, showing cautious sentiment as expectations improved slightly while firms judged current conditions more negatively.
Storm Chandra is set to bring heavy rain, damaging winds and hill snow to the UK, with amber warnings issued for southwest England rainfall and Northern Ireland wind as flooding risk rises.
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.
China is expected to set a 2026 GDP growth target range of 4.5% to 5% to gain policy flexibility, while Beijing sets a similar growth goal for the next five years.
Finnish Prime Minister Petteri Orpo arrived in Beijing for a four-day official visit with a major business delegation, aiming to strengthen Finland-China trade ties and expand cooperation in key industries.
Trump threatened to impose a 100% tariff on Canadian goods if Canada moves ahead with a trade deal with China, warning Ottawa against becoming a “drop-off port” for Chinese exports.
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.
The US and Europe are increasing outreach to Brazil for critical minerals and rare earths, aiming to build alternative supply chains as competition for strategic resources intensifies.
