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United States & Canada
Canada models response to US invasion as Trump posts ‘takeover’ map: report
As Trump hints at making Canada the ‘51st state’, a report reveals a theoretical defence strategy to resist US forces if necessary.
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Greenland PM warns islanders to prepare for possible US invasion
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Macron urges Europe to hit back against Trump’s threats
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Middle East
Syria gives Kurds 4 days to accept integration, as US signals end of support
The government announced a new truce after seizing swathes of territory from the Syrian Democratic Forces.
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SDF fighters walk near an armoured vehicle in Hasakah, Syria, on Tuesday. Photo: Reuters
China
EU moves to force Huawei out of networks, opening door to wider China tech bans
European Commission plan would make vendor removals mandatory within three years and allow broader curbs if China is deemed a cyber risk.
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Bessent cites trade progress after meeting China’s He Lifeng in Davos
US Treasury chief says rare earths are flowing and China is buying soybeans as talks move towards an April Trump-Xi meeting.
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Russia & Central Asia
Is the Trump-Greenland dispute a win for Russia?
Russia eyes Trump’s Greenland bid straining Nato ties, and while the Kremlin mocks Europe’s dilemma, Moscow fears US unpredictability in the Arctic.
20 Jan 2026 - 5:30PM
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Protesters take part in a demonstration to show support for Greenland in Copenhagen, Denmark on January 17. Photo: Reuters
Europe
Almost half of Kyiv without heat, power after massive Russian strike
Over 5,600 buildings lose heat in sub-zero temperatures as Russia targets energy grids amid ongoing US-led peace negotiations.
20 Jan 2026 - 8:16PM
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Europe
Trump threatens 200% wine tariff to push France to join ‘Board of Peace’
US president targets France after it was lukewarm about the US$1 billion invitation to join his new global body.
20 Jan 2026 - 5:54PM
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Europe
Spain mourns as country seeks answers to deadly high-speed train collision
Investigators focus on part of track where a ‘practically new’ high-speed train derailed on a straight stretch as nation began three days of mourning.
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Middle East
Israel’s demolition of UN compound in East Jerusalem raises legal concerns
Israel banned UNRWA in October 2024 over alleged Hamas ties. The agency says demolition of sites that stored Gaza aid violates international law.
20 Jan 2026 - 6:09PM
Heavy machinery operates as Israeli forces dismantle UNRWA headquarters in East Jerusalem on Tuesday. Photo: Reuters
China
Explosion at Chinese restaurant in Afghan capital kills 7
The Afghan branch of Islamic State claimed responsibility for the Kabul attack, saying it was carried out by a suicide bomber.
20 Jan 2026 - 4:54PM
United States & Canada
Netflix wins Warner Bros board support over Paramount with amended all-cash offer
Switching to a 100 per cent cash offer, Netflix secures unanimous board backing for its US$82.7 billion deal over rival Paramount.
6 hours ago
Europe
Valentino, fashion designer to the jet set, stars and royalty, dead at 93
Adored by movie stars and first ladies alike, the Italian designer was a master of high glamour and timeless elegance.
20 Jan 2026 - 11:31AM
East Asia
How Project 2025 is reshaping immigration for Korean-Americans
Activist Kim Dong-seok warns lack of White House restraint has blurred immigration lines, leaving Korean-American residents in constant fear.
20 Jan 2026 - 4:51PM
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ICE federal agents conducting an enforcement operation at a Hyundai-LG electric vehicle battery plant in Ellabell, Georgia, on September 4, 2025. Photo: US Immigration and Customs Enforcement/AFP
Europe
Brooklyn Peltz Beckham says ‘I do not want to reconcile with my family’
Oldest son of David and Victoria Beckham takes to social media to dish on feud with his celebrity parents.
20 Jan 2026 - 10:02AM
United States & Canada
Allies tepid on joining Trump’s ‘Board of Peace’ as countries study invites
Some leaders sign on to the Trump-chaired body, but initial reaction from two key allies, France and Canada, was lukewarm.
20 Jan 2026 - 12:29PM
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Politics
The China-US face-off: a visual guide to Xi and Trump’s key people
Discover the power players in Xi and Trump’s teams; the key people setting the agenda on diplomacy, the military, the economy, security and science.
20 Mar 2025 - 2:37PM
United States & Canada
Power players: a visual guide to Trump’s team and their views on China
Discover who is in Donald Trump’s inner circle, their backgrounds, stances on China and the roles they will play in shaping the future of the US.
26 Aug 2025 - 10:25AM
United States & Canada
Trump hits 8 Nato allies with tariffs to force Greenland sale
The duties will start at 10 per cent in February and go up to 25 per cent in June if no deal is reached for the US to buy the island.
19 Jan 2026 - 3:35AM
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Americas
Venezuela’s Machado says she ‘presented’ her Nobel Peace Prize to Trump
US president praises Machado for her ‘wonderful’ gesture as he warms to Venezuela’s new leaders.
16 Jan 2026 - 3:48PM
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Open Questions series
Zheng Yongnian on what US’ ‘neocolonialism’, Venezuela operation mean for China
12 Jan 2026 - 10:06AM
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Liu Qian on Chinese innovation, the US rivalry and women holding up half the sky
20 Oct 2025 - 11:18AM
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Fuchsia Dunlop tells how she fell for China’s cuisine and names her perfect dish
5 Oct 2025 - 8:13AM
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80 years on from WWII, China’s interests lie in peaceful Asia-Pacific: Mitter
11 Aug 2025 - 9:13AM
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‘Delusional’: Jeffrey Sachs on why Western hegemony has ended
4 Aug 2025 - 11:00AM
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Scholar Jing Qian on right-sizing China’s economy in the age of Trump
10 Feb 2025 - 12:57PM
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Zheng Yongnian on what US’ ‘neocolonialism’, Venezuela operation mean for China
12 Jan 2026 - 10:06AM
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Liu Qian on Chinese innovation, the US rivalry and women holding up half the sky
20 Oct 2025 - 11:18AM
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Fuchsia Dunlop tells how she fell for China’s cuisine and names her perfect dish
5 Oct 2025 - 8:13AM
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80 years on from WWII, China’s interests lie in peaceful Asia-Pacific: Mitter
11 Aug 2025 - 9:13AM
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‘Delusional’: Jeffrey Sachs on why Western hegemony has ended
4 Aug 2025 - 11:00AM
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Scholar Jing Qian on right-sizing China’s economy in the age of Trump
10 Feb 2025 - 12:57PM
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