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The United States has suggested that military action could be used to acquire Greenland, reigniting tensions with Europe. Leaders across the continent have firmly stated that Greenland “belongs to its people” and rejected any U.S. threats. The White House said President Donald Trump views acquiring Greenland, part of Denmark, as essential to “deter our adversaries in the Arctic region.” “The president and his team are discussing a range of options to pursue this important foreign policy goal, and of course, utilizing the US military is always an option at the commander-in-chief’s disposal,” the statement added. Observers note that such a…

Venezuela and the United States have reached a deal to export up to $2 billion worth of Venezuelan crude to U.S. ports, U.S. President Donald Trump announced on Tuesday. The agreement could redirect oil previously destined for China while helping Venezuela maintain production levels despite sanctions. President Trump said the deal would see Venezuela turning over 30 to 50 million barrels of sanctioned oil to the U.S., sold at market prices with proceeds controlled by the U.S. government to benefit both nations. “This oil will be sold at its market price, and that money will be controlled by me, as…

Meghan Markle’s lifestyle brand As Ever is under scrutiny, as experts question its identity and future. Critics say the product lineup—from jams and candles to wine and chocolates—fails to define a cohesive brand message. Since its launch, As Ever has faced skepticism regarding what the brand actually represents. Commentators point out that despite months of marketing, the purpose and identity of the luxury label remain vague. Daily Mail columnist Jan Moir noted that much of the brand’s offerings are “relatively cheap to produce” and resemble items typically found in tourist gift shops, raising questions about its positioning in the luxury market. Comparisons with royal…

hen Akshaye Khanna’s entry in Dhurandhar was backed by the haunting track Fa9la, the moment instantly stood out. Months later, the song’s creator, Bahrain-based rapper Flipperachi, is hinting that his journey with the franchise may not be over. The moment Akshaye Khanna appeared on screen in Dhurandhar, accompanied by Fa9la, it felt different from a routine villain introduction. The music stayed with audiences long after the credits rolled. Within days, the track spread across Instagram reels, reaction videos, and dance clips filmed everywhere from living rooms to parking lots. Surprise breakthrough for Flipperachi For singer-producer Flipperachi, whose real name is Hussam Aseem, the sudden popularity…

Meta used CES 2026 to outline a major shift in its wearable strategy, positioning AI glasses as everyday tools rather than experimental gadgets. New features focus on hands-free reading, writing, and navigation—reducing the need to constantly check a smartphone. Meta announced a significant evolution of its wearable ecosystem at CES 2026, moving the Meta Ray-Ban Display and Meta Neural Band beyond novelty use cases. The company is now pushing toward “head-up” computing, where glasses function as a screen and the wrist becomes the primary input device. This approach aims to make AI glasses more practical for work, travel, and accessibility.…

The federal government has granted approval for lithium-iron-phosphate (LFP) battery technology for initial localisation. Under the chairmanship of special assistant to the prime minister on Industries and Production, Haroon Akhtar, a policy dialogue on lithium-ion batteries was held, during which approval was granted for lithium-iron-phosphate battery technology for initial localisation. Haroon Akhtar said that partnerships with the private sector and international investors represent the future of sustainable energy. At the meeting chaired by Haroon Akhtar, a detailed review was conducted of the National Lithium-Iron Battery Manufacturing Policy for the period 2026 to 2031. An approval was granted for lithium-iron-phosphate battery…

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi will visit Ethiopia, Somalia, Tanzania and Lesotho upon invitation from January 7 to 12, a Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson announced on Wednesday. Africa has been the destination for a Chinese foreign minister’s first overseas trip of the year for 36 consecutive years. Wang, also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, will also attend the launch ceremony for the China-Africa Year of People-to-People Exchanges at the African Union Headquarters, according to the Chinese Foreign Ministry.

Chinese researchers have systematically resolved key challenges in efficiency and stability for flexible tandem solar cells, achieving a milestone breakthrough in silicon-based flexible photovoltaics, China Science Daily reported on Monday. Led by researchers from Soochow University, the study was published in the journal Nature on Thursday last week. The commercialization of flexible crystalline silicon/perovskite tandem solar cells faces two major bottlenecks: their efficiency still lags behind that of rigid devices, and their interfaces are susceptible to delamination and degradation under repeated bending or harsh conditions. To address these challenges, the research team designed a dual-layer buffer featuring a “loose-tight” structure,…

A Chinese mainland spokesperson on Wednesday announced that Liu Shih-fang and Cheng Ying-yao have been listed as die-hard “Taiwan independence” secessionists. Chen Binhua, a spokesperson for the State Council Taiwan Affairs Office, said at a press conference in Beijing that the number of individuals on the list of die-hard “Taiwan independence” secessionists has now reached 14. “Taiwan independence” secessionists are lawbreakers and criminals bent on splitting the country and sabotaging the development of cross-Strait relations, and are traitors to the Chinese nation who damage the interests of their fellow Chinese, Chen said. “We will take all necessary measures to punish…

Cooperation should be the defining feature of China-EU relations, with partnership being their proper positioning, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said on Tuesday. Wang, also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, made the remarks in a phone conversation with Finnish Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen. Noting that China and Finland jointly celebrated the 75th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations over the past year, Wang said that bilateral ties have achieved new development, and cooperation across various fields has yielded fresh outcomes. This fully demonstrates the traditional friendship, mutual benefit and forward-looking…