Omesh Abeysekera
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Denmark Bolsters Greenland Defense as Trump Pressures Intensify
Denmark’s troop deployment to Greenland marks a decisive response to Trump’s escalating pressure.
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Iran & US Tensions
Iran has vowed a “harsh response” if U.S. President Donald Trump orders military strikes
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Iran Protests & Connectivity
seen as a game changer, allowing activists to bypass government internet shutdowns and censorship
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Venezuela Political Developments
Prisoner releases have historically been used as bargaining chips in negotiations
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Thailand Train Disaster
At least 22 people were killed when a passenger train derailed after a crane collapsed onto it in central Thailand.
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Venezuela’s Power Puzzle
Senior officers’ control key ministries and state enterprises, ensuring the armed forces remain the backbone of Maduro’s rule.
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Iran Protests Intensify Amid U.S. Accusations
Tehran has accused U.S. President Donald Trump of actively encouraging political destabilisation.
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Iran Protests Death Toll Surpasses 500, Rights Group Warns
More than 500 people have been killed in Iran’s ongoing anti-government protests, marking one of the deadliest crackdowns in the country’s recent history.
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Denmark Vows to Defend Values Amid U.S. Threats
Frederiksen told political leaders and the public that “there is a conflict over Greenland,” stressing that the stakes extend beyond territorial claims to the defense of international law and self-determination.
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With tension high in Minnesota, border agent shoots two in Oregon traffic stop
On Thursday afternoon, a Border Patrol agent opened fire during a vehicle stop, wounding two occupants.
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Missed Call, Missed Deal
In August 2025, Trump doubled tariffs on Indian goods to 50%, citing India’s continued purchases of Russian oil.
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Ceasefire Declared in Aleppo After Deadly Clashes Leave 22 Dead
Kurdish-led fighters have agreed to halt hostilities in Aleppo following days of intense battles that killed at least 22 people and displaced thousands.
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Trump’s Greenland Gambit Sparks Global Alarm
Critics argue the move disregards Greenland’s autonomy and Denmark’s sovereignty, while sidelining Indigenous communities.
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Kanpur Horror Sparks Police Shake-Up
A schoolgirl in Kanpur was gangraped, leading to the arrest of a local YouTuber accused of involvement.
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U.S. Tightens Grip on Venezuela’s Oil
U.S. President Donald Trump announced that Venezuela will hand over 30–50 million barrels of oil currently locked in storage due to sanctions.
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U.S. Retreats from Global Institutions
Trump declared that the U.S. will no longer participate in a wide range of UN agencies, treaties, and international forums, citing “American sovereignty first.”
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Beijing’s Mediation Ambitions Collide with US Power in Maduro Seizure
US abduction of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro has become a litmus test for China’s growing diplomatic ambitions.
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Trump Brandishes ‘Make Iran Great Again’ Hat Amid Maduro Abduction Fallout
Iran “will not give in to the enemy,” framing Trump’s actions as proof of US hostility.
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Russia/Ukraine War: Fresh Strikes Hit Kyiv, 2 Civilians Killed
Local authorities confirmed two deaths and multiple injuries after residential areas were struck.
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Canada Eyes Arctic Security Amid Talk of a New ‘Cold’ War
Canada is moving to reinforce its Arctic defenses as global competition intensifies in the polar region.
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Venezuela’s Maduro to Face US Court
Maduro is set to appear in a US court after being seized in a dramatic military operation.
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Trump’s Abduction of Maduro Sparks Fears of Wider Conflict with Iran
Donald Trump’s decision to abduct Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro has reverberated far beyond Latin America.
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Kim Jong Un’s Daughter Makes First Public Visit to State Mausoleum, Fuels Succession Speculation
Kim Jong Un’s daughter, Kim Ju Ae, made her first public visit to the Kumsusan Palace of the Sun
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Swiss Ski Resort Inferno Claims 40 Lives, Injures 115
A devastating blaze tore through a popular bar in the luxury Alpine ski resort of Crans-Montana during New Year’s Eve.
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China’s Factory Activity Breaks Record Slump on Festive Stockpiling
modest rebound in factory output, driven largely by stockpiling ahead of Lunar New Year celebrations.
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Thieves Drill Into German Bank Vault, Steal Tens of Millions
a daring heist in which thieves drilled into a bank vault and escaped with tens of millions of euros in cash and valuables.
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UAE to Withdraw Forces from Yemen Amid Rising Pressure
United Arab Emirates announced plans to pull its forces out of Yemen following renewed calls for withdrawal
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Russia Launches Three Iranian Satellites into Orbit
Paya weighs 150 kg, the heaviest satellite Iran has ever deployed
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China Fires Rockets Toward Taiwan in Blockade War Games
Chinese forces fired multiple rockets into waters near Taiwan, framing the drills as a rehearsal for a full blockade.
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Uttarakhand Road Mishap, Bus Falls into Gorge, 6 Dead, Several Injured
Six passengers lost their lives in the crash, while many sustained serious injuries
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Trump Warns Hamas, Threatens Iran After Netanyahu Talks
Donald Trump issued sharp warnings to Hamas and Iran following high-profile talks with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at his Mar-a-Lago estate.
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AI Boom Creates More Than 50 New Billionaires in 2025
explosive growth of artificial intelligence in 2025 minted over 50 new billionaires worldwide, according to a report highlighted by Gizmodo
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U.S. Launches Strikes Against Islamic State in Nigeria After Attacks on Christians
United States military has carried out airstrikes against Islamic State (IS) targets in Nigeria, responding to a series of deadly assaults on Christian communities in the country’s northeast.
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Rabies Scare in Uttar Pradesh: Funeral Raita Sparks Panic, 200 Seek Shots
A funeral feast in Uttar Pradesh has triggered widespread panic after it was discovered that raita served to mourners was made using milk from a buffalo bitten by a rabid dog.
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China Launches War Games Around Taiwan as Island Vows to Defend Democracy
The war games follow recent U.S. congressional visits to Taipei and expanded security cooperation between Taiwan and Western allies.
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Trump and Zelenskyy Signal Breakthrough in Russia-Ukraine Peace Talks
The meeting comes amid continued Russian strikes on Kyiv, underscoring the urgency of a settlement. Analysts caution that while the rhetoric signals progress, territory and sovereignty questions remain the most difficult hurdles.
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ByteDance Strikes Joint Venture to Safeguard TikTok in U.S.
The move is designed to address longstanding fears about Chinese influence over user data.
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Bangladesh Media Houses Torched Amid Dhaka Protests
Staff were unable to escape as flames spread, with some sending desperate messages for help.
