Nigerian Airstrikes Hit 40+ Militants Near Lake Chad
On Jan 15-16, Nigerian Air Force jets struck militant hideouts near Lake Chad, neutralising over 40 Boko Haram and ISWAP fighters in Musarram and Azir.
China Posts 5% GDP Growth in 2025: A Sign of Economic Resilience
China’s economy grew 5% in 2025, meeting government targets. NBS head Kang Yi says this reflects strong resilience amid global uncertainties.
Sanaenomics: Japan’s Bold Gamble on Growth & Security
Japan’s new PM Takaichi rolls out ‘Sanaenomics’: tax cuts, subsidies & big defense spending. But with record debt, who pays and what gets squeezed? Find out why it’s a high-stakes game.
200+ Sanxingdui & Jinsha Treasures Shine in Beijing Exhibit
Beijing’s National Museum recently unveiled an exhibition of over 200 Sanxingdui and Jinsha relics, offering a window into the ancient Shu people’s life, beliefs, and regional links.
50% Surge in Foreign-Related Cases Signals China’s Legal Shift
In 2025, China’s courts saw a 50% surge in foreign-related civil and commercial cases, part of a broader shift towards innovation, environmental protection, and a stable business environment.
Trump Threatens EU with New Tariffs over Greenland Standoff
Trump threatens 10% tariffs on EU goods over his Greenland land push, EU readies countermeasures, and markets brace for renewed trade war jitters.
Deadly Blast in Kabul Kills Afghan Officer, Injures 2 Chinese Citizens
On January 19, 2026, an explosion at a restaurant in Kabul’s Shahr-e-Naw killed an Afghan security officer and critically injured two Chinese citizens. Authorities are investigating.
Rescue Underway After Deadly High-Speed Train Crash Near Cordoba
Rescue operations continue after high-speed trains collide near Cordoba on January 18, 2026, killing 39 and injuring over 100.
Beijing’s New E-Bike Rules: What to Know Before May 2026
Beijing will roll out updated e-bike and non-motor vehicle rules on May 1, 2026, tightening helmet mandates, registration and road behavior for safer streets.
Greenland PM Stands Firm on Sovereignty After US Threats
Greenland’s PM Jens-Frederik Nielsen refuses to bow to US tariff threats, hails mass protests in Denmark and Nuuk as activists unite for sovereignty.