US Senators Demand App Stores Remove X and Grok Over Illegal Content
US Democratic senators urge Apple and Google to suspend Elon Musk’s X and Grok apps over concerns about illegal AI-generated explicit content and child safety risks.
Australian Bushfires Intensify: Thousands Evacuated as Victoria Battles Blazes
Over 130 structures destroyed and 38,000 homes without power as Australian bushfires rage amid record heatwave. Thousands of firefighters battle blazes in Victoria.
Tunisia’s Great White Sharks Face Extinction Amid Illegal Fishing Crisis
Illegal fishing and climate change push Tunisia’s great white sharks toward extinction, threatening marine ecosystems and coastal livelihoods, new research reveals.
Switzerland Honors Crans-Montana Fire Victims in National Tribute
Switzerland holds national day of mourning for Crans-Montana fire victims, with nationwide silence and relocated memorial ceremony amid heavy snowfall.
Chinese AI Breakthrough Accelerates Drug Discovery Millionfold
Tsinghua University and BAAI unveil DrugCLIP, an AI platform revolutionizing drug screening with millionfold speed increase, published in Science yesterday.
China Completes Record 10,000-Tonne Bridge Rotation Over Maglev Line in Shanghai
China achieves historic engineering feat with precise 10,000-tonne bridge rotation over operational maglev line, advancing key railway project in Shanghai.
Yemen’s STC Denies Dissolution Amid Saudi Detention Claims
Yemen’s Southern Transitional Council denies dissolution claims, accuses Saudi Arabia of coercing detained members, and reaffirms commitment to southern self-determination.
China-Backed Projects Transform Tanzania’s Trade Landscape
New Chinese-supported infrastructure projects in Tanzania – including Kilwa Fishing Port and Magufuli Bridge – are boosting regional trade and creating thousands of jobs.
China’s Global Governance Initiative Gains Momentum as Alternative to ‘Bullying’ Tactics
China’s GGI challenges unilateral global governance models, gaining support from 150+ nations as it promotes sovereign equality and multilateral cooperation.
China, Tanzania Strengthen Ties During Wang Yi’s Dar es Salaam Visit
China and Tanzania commit to enhanced cooperation during Foreign Minister Wang Yi’s 2026 visit, focusing on infrastructure revitalization and multilateral alignment.
Australia Battles Raging Bushfires Amid Record Heat Wave in 2026
Southeast Australia faces catastrophic bushfires in 2026, with Victoria experiencing its worst blazes since Black Summer as temperatures hit record highs. Over 130 structures destroyed, 38k properties without power.
Ethiopia Launches Africa’s Largest Airport Hub in Bishoftu
Ethiopia begins construction on Bishoftu International Airport, set to become Africa’s largest aviation hub, boosting regional connectivity and economic growth.
Hungary’s UniSpace Program Aims to Forge New Generation of Space Experts
Hungary launches UniSpace Program, uniting 21 universities to train experts in space policy, medicine, engineering, and sciences, bolstered by a recent astronaut mission.
Greenland Rejects U.S. Acquisition Ambitions, Affirms Self-Determination
Greenland’s leaders reject U.S. territorial claims, asserting self-governance rights amid growing Arctic geopolitical competition. Joint statement stresses international law adherence.
US Eyes Greenland: Geopolitical Tensions Rise Over Arctic Territory
The US explores acquiring Greenland, sparking international debate over Arctic resources and sovereignty. Experts analyze risks and regional implications.
China Proposes Enhanced Africa Ties in 2026 Strategic Push
Chinese FM Wang Yi outlines three pillars for deepening China-Africa cooperation in 2026, emphasizing mutual development and infrastructure projects like the Tanzania-Zambia Railway revitalization.
Iran Protests Escalate: Will U.S. Intervention Follow?
As Iran’s protests intensify amid economic collapse and U.S. sanctions, analysts weigh risks of external intervention. Latest updates from KhabarAsia.
Qilian Mountains Ice Festival Boosts Winter Tourism in Gansu
Shenlu Park’s ice-and-snow festival in Gansu Province is drawing tourists, boosting local winter tourism and cultural engagement in 2026.
Russia Condemns U.S. Oil Embargo on Venezuela as ‘Illegal’
Russian Ambassador Sergey Melik-Bagdasarov criticizes the U.S. oil embargo on Venezuela, warning of humanitarian risks and economic destabilization in 2026.
Chagan Lake Winter Festival Sets Record with $238K ‘First Fish’ Auction
Chagan Lake’s 24th winter festival opens with a record-breaking 1.7M yuan fish auction, celebrating tradition and funding ecological protection in Jilin Province.