ROK President Lee Jae Myung Arrives in Beijing for Four-Day State Visit
ROK President Lee Jae Myung arrived in Beijing on Jan 4 for a four-day state visit to the Chinese mainland, aiming to boost bilateral ties and economic cooperation.
US Military Action in Venezuela Sparks White House Protest
Protesters gathered outside the White House to oppose US military action in Venezuela after Trump’s announcement of Maduro’s capture, highlighting debates over US foreign policy.
Stop-Motion Magic in Black Myth: Wukong’s ‘Deaf Ear’ Cutscene
Discover how a six-month stop-motion process breathed life into puppets in Black Myth: Wukong’s ‘Deaf Ear’ cutscene, blending art, patience, and tech magic.
Yemen’s Govt Retakes Oil-Rich Hadramout in Saudi-Backed Push
Yemen’s internationally recognized government retook full control of the oil-rich Hadramout province after a Saudi-backed operation, pushing out STC forces and paving way for dialogue.
US to Run Venezuela After Maduro’s Capture: What’s Next?
After the US military captured President Maduro, Washington says it will run Venezuela. Explore the implications for politics, oil, and regional stability in this dynamic breakdown.
Russia Denies Venezuela’s VP in Moscow as Power Shift Unfolds
Russia’s Foreign Ministry labels reports of Venezuelan VP Delcy Rodriguez in Moscow “fake news” amid conflicting accounts as she’s named acting president following a dramatic power shift.
Brazil Recognizes Delcy Rodriguez as Venezuela’s Head of State
Brazil’s interim Foreign Minister recognized Delcy Rodriguez as Venezuela’s head of state in Maduro’s absence; Lula condemns U.S. attack and Brazil bolsters Amazon security.
China’s Icebreaker Xuelong Heads to New Zealand for Resupply & Crew Rotation
China’s icebreaker Xuelong set sail for Lyttelton Port in New Zealand on January 3, 2026, for resupply, crew rotation and new scientific missions in the Amundsen Sea.
Grok AI Under Fire for ‘Undressing’ Minors in Image Edits
Grok’s new image-editing button sparked outrage after users tricked the AI into undressing minors. xAI says it’s urgently fixing safeguards amid probes in India and France.
British and French Jets Bomb Suspected IS Arms Depot Near Palmyra
British and French air forces bombed a suspected IS arms depot underground north of Palmyra, using precision bombs to hit tunnel entrances. UK vows to stand with allies against any IS comeback.