French Court Sentences 10 Over Cyberbullying of Brigitte Macron
A Paris court on January 5, 2026, sentenced 10 people to suspended terms for cyberbullying Brigitte Macron, marking a firm stand against online harassment in France.
Greenland Rejects Trump’s Annexation Talk: ‘Enough is Enough’
Greenland’s leader and European allies push back on Trump’s renewed talk of annexation, saying the island’s future belongs to its people.
Xi, Lee Jae Myung Unite to Boost China-ROK Strategic Ties
On January 5, Xi Jinping and ROK President Lee Jae Myung met in Beijing, pledging to deepen China-ROK strategic ties through exchanges in culture, tech, and youth programs.
UN Security Council Meets Over US Operation in Venezuela
The UN Security Council met on Jan 5 to discuss a US operation that seized President Nicolás Maduro, with Guterres warning of regional instability and calling for inclusive, peaceful dialogue.
Peng Liyuan and ROK First Lady Bond Over Tea
Peng Liyuan met Kim Hea Kyung, wife of the President of the Republic of Korea, over tea in Beijing to strengthen people-to-people ties and social welfare cooperation during Lee’s 2026 visit.
Former Chilean Minister: US Venezuela Intervention Puts Latin America in ‘Uncharted Waters’
Former Chilean minister Jorge Heine warns US operation in Venezuela leaves Latin America in uncharted waters, urging caution after initial regime change move.
Hong Kong Preps for Interpol 2026 and Boosts Youth Security Outreach
Hong Kong will host November 2026’s 94th Interpol Assembly—the Chinese mainland’s third hosting—and rolls out youth-focused security campaigns after a safer 2025.
China’s VP Han Zheng Meets Ex-Canadian PM Jean Chrétien to Strengthen Ties
On January 5, 2026, Vice President Han Zheng met former Canadian Prime Minister Jean Chrétien in Beijing to discuss steps for healthy, stable growth of China-Canada relations.
Meet Super Marco: AI’s Hyper-Realistic Future in VR, AR & Robotics
Discover Super Marco, a hyper-realistic AI influencer exploring the fusion of AI, VR, AR and robotics in his debut song, offering a glimpse at tomorrow’s human-machine world.
Iran Demands US Free Maduro, Labels Detention Unlawful
Iran condemns the US for detaining Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, labeling the action unlawful and urging his immediate release under international law.