Chinese authorities are investigating a major scandal at a state-run museum where staff allegedly sold cultural treasures. The case, involving a 16th-century painting, raises questions about institutional corruption and governance in China.

Deadly clashes erupt in Aleppo, Syria, as Russia launches new missile strikes on Ukraine's energy grid. An analysis of how these escalating conflicts signal growing global geopolitical instability.

President Donald Trump has declared Greenland essential for U.S. national security and appointed a special envoy, drawing a fierce rebuke from Denmark and Greenland, who called the move a violation of sovereignty.

Deadly clashes between the Syrian army and the Kurdish-led SDF in Aleppo have been followed by a temporary ceasefire agreement. The incident highlights the fragile power dynamics in northern Syria.

Russia is escalating its attacks on the Ukrainian port of Odesa, targeting infrastructure and shipping in a bid to choke its economic lifeline. The strategy aims to cut Ukraine off from the Black Sea, retaliate for strikes on Russia's 'shadow fleet,' and gain leverage in the ongoing war.

Israel's parliament extends the 'Al Jazeera Law' for two years, allowing the shutdown of foreign media, while the cabinet moves to close the independent Army Radio by 2026, fueling concerns over press freedom.

Russia has launched a massive pre-Christmas missile and drone attack across Ukraine, killing at least three people, including a child, and causing widespread power outages amid freezing temperatures.

President Trump has announced a plan to build a new U.S. Navy fleet, while a federal judge has ruled that the deportation of over 100 Venezuelan men to El Salvador was illegal.

As Russia's war in Ukraine continues, its key ally Belarus is making overtures to the U.S., releasing political prisoners in exchange for potential sanctions relief. The move signals a high-stakes attempt by President Lukashenko to reduce dependence on Moscow.

The US escalates its tech crackdown by blacklisting drone maker DJI, citing national security risks. Meanwhile, China suffers a major setback in its space program with a second failed reusable rocket recovery, highlighting the intensifying rivalry.

The U.S. FCC has banned new drones from Chinese makers like DJI, citing national security risks. The move is seen as a key milestone in the deepening tech decoupling between the two countries.

Analyzing how the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco functions as more than a football tournament, serving as a platform for diplomacy, continental unity, and connection with the global diaspora.