US official cites seismic evidence suggesting 2020 explosion at China’s Lop Nor nuclear test site.

Tinubu pays tribute to Rev. Jesse Jackson, hailing him as a global civil rights leader and steadfast advocate for justice.

Jesse Jackson dies at 84, leaving behind a legacy of civil rights advocacy, justice, equality, and global impact.

Spanish prosecutors investigate major social media platforms over alleged spread of AI-generated child abuse material online.

Russia and Ukraine resume US- brokered Geneva peace talks as territorial disputes threaten prospects for breakthrough agreement.

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Hillary Clinton accuses Trump administration of “slow-walking” Epstein files release, calls for full public disclosure immediately.

Trump says he is indirectly involved as US and Iran resume high-stakes nuclear talks in Geneva.

ByteDance curbs AI video app Seedance after Disney threatens legal action, citing unauthorised use of Marvel and Star Wars characters.

Iran’s Araqchi meets UN nuclear chief as US warships deploy; Tehran demands sanctions relief, rejects zero enrichment.

Alibaba unveils Qwen 3.5, claiming cheaper, faster AI with independent action capabilities, challenging US rivals in benchmarks.

Japan’s economy grew a meagre 0.2% in Q4, highlighting weak recovery and pressuring PM Takaichi’s policies.

The UK government is considering a substantial rise in defence spending to address security challenges and meet long-term military commitments.

Iran to negotiate nuclear deal with US, offering economic cooperation in energy, mining, and aviation to secure sanctions relief.

US Secretary of State Rubio calls European report on Alexei Navalny’s death by dart frog toxin troubling.

FBI analyses DNA from glove near Nancy Guthrie’s home, seeking suspect match in abduction investigation.

Warner Bros. considers reopening Paramount talks while maintaining Netflix deal amid shareholder and regulatory pressure.

Lawmakers dispute DOJ’s claim of full Epstein files release, demanding internal memos and clearer disclosure standard.

US Democratic leaders reassure European allies in Munich, insisting transatlantic ties will endure beyond Trump presidency.

Officials say Pentagon readies sustained strikes on Iran as Trump weighs options and diplomacy continues in Geneva.