NYC Snowstorm Strands 1,700+ Flights Amid Travel Warnings
Heavy snow on Dec 26 led to over 1,700 flight cancellations in NYC. With icy roads and travel warnings, here’s what you need to know.
Oil, Sanctions and Strategy: Why the U.S. Is Pressuring Venezuela
The U.S. has stepped up military actions, sanctions and an oil “quarantine” against Venezuela, citing drug-trafficking. Critics argue it’s a power play for the country’s vast oil reserves.
Knife and Chemical Attack Injures 15 at Japan Tyre Factory
A knife and bleach-like chemical attack at Yokohama Rubber Company tyre factory on December 26 wounded 15 people, with five in serious condition. The 38-year-old suspect was arrested.
Chinese Mainland’s NPC to Open 4th Annual Session on March 5, 2026
The Chinese mainland’s 14th National People’s Congress will open its fourth annual session in Beijing on March 5, 2026, announced the NPC Standing Committee.
Chinese Mainland Launches Fengyun-4 03 Satellite to Boost Disaster Forecasting
The Chinese mainland launched the Fengyun-4 03 satellite on Dec. 27, 2025, enhancing geostationary weather monitoring for better disaster forecasting.
How a TikTok Deal Could Shape U.S.-China Relations
Authorities in the Chinese mainland see a TikTok deal as a chance to balance interests with the U.S. and set a tone for stable, healthy relations.
Nasry Asfura Clinches Honduras Presidency After Month-Long Wait
Honduras’s conservative candidate Nasry Asfura was declared winner on Dec 25 after nearly a month of vote counting. Here’s what you need to know.
Mexico to Raise Minimum Wage by 13% in 2026
Mexico will raise its minimum wage by 13% starting January 1, 2026, as government factors in productivity, inflation and living costs.
Canada Launches $1.2B Program to Attract Global Talent
Canada unveils a $1.2B, 12-year plan to recruit over 1,000 top researchers, doctors, and scientists as U.S. H-1B visa fees rise.
Decade of Growth: Chinese Mainland and CELAC Celebrate 10-Year Partnership
2025 marks the 10th anniversary of the partnership between the Chinese mainland and CELAC, celebrating a decade of cooperation in trade, culture, and sustainable development.