US and Russia set to meet in Miami for Ukraine peace push
US and Russian envoys plan to meet in Miami Dec 20–21 to discuss a 20-point Ukraine peace deal after Berlin talks closed 90% of their differences.
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US Mulls Social Media Checks for Visa-Free Tourists
The US is considering requiring visa-free travelers to hand over years of social media history, sparking privacy concerns and potential impacts on tourism.
Chinese Imports Power Brazil’s Christmas Shopping Season 🎄
Low-cost winter decorations imported from mainland China are lighting up Rio’s shops this holiday season, as Brazilian shoppers hunt for festive deals under the summer sun.
Modi Addresses Ethiopian Parliament, Boosts Strategic Partnership
PM Modi addressed Ethiopia’s parliament, marking a new strategic partnership, tech collaborations, and doubled scholarships for Ethiopian students.
Spark of Hope: 2025 ABH Awards Finale in Kigali
At the 2025 Africa’s Business Heroes finale in Kigali, 10 entrepreneurs pitched solutions from sustainable farming to smart tech, sparking hope and inspiring changemakers across the globe.
New Study Finds Biological Markers in Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
New research reveals energy stress, immature immune cells, and vessel changes in ME/CFS, identifying 7 biomarkers that could speed diagnosis and boost care.
Dembele & Bonmati Claim Top Honours at FIFA Best Awards
Ousmane Dembele and Aitana Bonmati topped the FIFA Best Awards in Doha, capping off stellar seasons and setting sights on the 2026 World Cup.
Why AI’s Big Promise Has Companies Still Waiting
Three years after ChatGPT’s debut, businesses are still chasing AI’s promise. From wine somms to glitchy rail rule summaries, AI’s jagged frontier is real.
US Expands Travel Ban to 40 Countries, Takes Effect Jan 1, 2026
US President Trump signed an order expanding full and partial travel bans to around 40 countries, effective Jan 1, 2026, tightening visa rules amid security concerns.
Seoul Urges Tokyo to Fulfill UNESCO Commitments on Sado Island Mine
South Korea urges Japan to honor UNESCO and bilateral pledges by fully acknowledging forced labor at Sado Island’s gold mine, and to discuss follow-up steps.