Hamas has released a list of 34 hostages, including children, amid ongoing negotiations for a potential ceasefire with Israel.

EXCERPT: The US plans to ease humanitarian aid restrictions to Syria, enabling essential services while maintaining strict sanctions.

A powerful winter storm is impacting the US, prompting emergency declarations across multiple states due to snow and ice.

Indonesia has launched a free meals initiative aimed at addressing stunting by supporting children and pregnant women’s nutrition.

Israel has reportedly helped a former soldier leave Brazil as authorities investigate alleged war crimes committed in Gaza.

Melania Trump has executive produced a new Amazon documentary, release set for second half of 2025

Ukrainian forces has engaged Russian troops with artillery and air support, as President Zelensky seeks security guarantees from the US

Elon Musk has criticised Nigel Farage’s leadership of Reform UK, sparking tensions over support for Tommy Robinson.

The FBI has revealed that the suspect in the New Year’s attack recorded footage with smart glasses during a prior New Orleans visit.

A lawsuit has accused a former Fox Sports host of sexual harassment and proposing $1.5 million to a hairstylist for sex.

South Korean authorities seek to extend the arrest warrant for impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol amid political turmoil. 

Three Chinese nationals were arrested in Congo with 12 gold bars and $800,000 cash concealed under their vehicle seats

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is likely to resign after nine years in office, amid growing internal pressure.

North Korea has fired its first ballistic missile in two months, escalating tensions amid South Korea’s ongoing political crisis.

Austrian Chancellor Karl Nehammer resigns after coalition talks fail, leaving Austria at a political crossroads amid far-right gains. 

Over 70 Palestinians have been killed in Gaza within 24 hours, medics report, as ceasefire talks intensify. 

Dame Anna Wintour, Bono, George Soros, and 16 others received America’s highest civilian honour from President Joe Biden. 

Tomiko Itooka, recognised as the world’s oldest person, has passed away in Japan at age 116. 

A polar vortex is set to unleash dangerous cold, record snow, and travel chaos across millions of Americans. 

Taiwan has accused China of escalating disinformation campaigns and military threats to undermine its democracy and US alliance.