Malaysia lifts ban on Elon Musk’s Grok AI chatbot after X adds safety measures
Malaysia blocked access to Grok earlier in January.
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To Lam wins second term to rule Vietnam through 2030
HANOI, Jan 23 - Vietnam's top leader To Lam was appointed on Friday as head of the ruling Communist Party for the next five years, state media reported, as he pledged to turbocharge growth in the export-reliant nation.
Africa: The Somaliland Paradox - Why the World Can No Longer Afford to Ignore Africa's Most Successful State
[Addis Standard] Addis Abeba -- For more than three decades, Somaliland has occupied a peculiar and increasingly indefensible position in international politics. It fulfills every empirical and legal criterion of statehood: clearly defined borders rooted in colonial
Africa: Ethiopia Ratifies Prisoner Transfer and Extradition Agreements With China, Brazil, and South Africa
[Addis Standard] Addis Abeba -- The Ethiopian House of Peoples' Representatives (HoPR) has ratified proclamations approving prisoner transfer agreements with the People's Republic of China and the Federal Republic of Brazil, as well as a criminal extradition agreement with the
Commission announces members of third Platform on Sustainable Finance
The European Commission has published the list of members for the third mandate of the Platform on Sustainable Finance. The Platform will advise the Commission on topics related to the EU Taxonomy and the EU sustainable finance framework at large. Following a call for
Vietnam's leader returns to power with bold promises. Can he deliver?
To Lam resumes the role of communist party chief, the post he currently holds, for the next five years.
Lawyer claims Julio Iglesias may face further sex abuse allegations from former employees'
In an interview with Euronews, the lawyer representing the two women who allege to have been sexually harassed by Julio Iglesias says other former workers have come forward with additional claims.
Japan's central bank holds rates steady after bond sell-off and ahead of elections
The Bank of Japan announced this Friday that its policy interest rate remains unchanged at 0.75%. The decision comes after a huge sell-off in Japanese bonds this week, triggered by Prime Minister Takaichi's call for snap elections, and unfunded tax cuts that fuelled inflation
Inside the digital caste system Iran is building
The regime is testing a two-tier internet where access becomes a vetted privilege. Its economic cost could be staggering.
Vietnam Communist Party confirms To Lam as leader for next 5 years
HANOI, Jan 23 - Vietnam's top leader To Lam was confirmed on Friday as head of the ruling Communist Party for the next five years, according to the title under his name at a press conference which will conclude a party congress.
Senior US defence official Colby to visit South Korea and Japan next week, Yonhap says
SEOUL, Jan 23 - U.S. Under Secretary of Defense for policy Elbridge Colby will visit South Korea from Sunday to Tuesday and discuss military alliance issues before travelling on to Japan, South Korea's Yonhap News Agency reported on Friday.
Pakistan battles legions of fake doctors
Unlicensed clinics are often the first, and sometimes the only, point of care for poor communities.
Europe Today: Greek PM joins as emergency EU Summit on Greenland and Trump resumes today
Tune in to Euronews' new flagship morning programme, Europe Today, at 8 am Brussels time. In just 15 minutes, we bring you up to speed on the biggest news of the day.
‘The History of Concrete’ Review: John Wilson Constructs an Entire Film Around a Subject No One Cares About
With “The History of Concrete,” John Wilson takes the least interesting subject imaginable — the dull gray composite used for sidewalks, overpasses and pretentious art films like “The Brutalist” — and crafts what’s likely to be the most entertaining documentary of the 2026
Farewell to ESDE quarterly, welcome quarterly EESO: Quarterly European Employment and Social Outlook published
This week signs the launch of the new publication, the Quarterly European Employment and Social Outlook. New features The new quarterly presents a much shorter and condensed part I on recent developments, a new visual identity used for all our future publication products and,
Five South Korean airlines to ban in-flight use of portable batteries from Jan 26
They will be banned due to concerns over lithium-ion battery fires.
Award-winning restaurant to close amid rising costs
The Ollerod will close its kitchen from March, blaming rising costs for food, staff and utilities.
Two foreigners first to be charged for littering under Malaysia’s new law
One of the accused pleaded guilty to throwing a cigarette butt and a drink bottle onto the pavement.
How much does Venezuela owe China, and why is oil involved?
LONDON, Jan 23 - The U.S. takeover of Venezuela's oil exports has re-routed crude barrels that were being used to service debt owed to China.
Former Indonesian first lady Madame Dewi allegedly assaulted former manager, referred to prosecutors
The TV personality allegedly beat and kicked a woman who worked as her manager.
Fastest-growing tourism destinations revealed in new UN report – and one is in Europe
According to UN Tourism’s latest World Tourism Barometer, Iceland, Brazil and Egypt are among those seeing double-digit growth in arrivals in 2025.
New diets, bubble tricks and learning to share: The fascinating ways whales adapt to climate change
Scientists have analysed almost 30 years of data to discover how whales in the North Atlantic Ocean are learning to co-exist in a warming world.
Tech workers poached by rival countries as race for talent intensifies
More than one in three STEM professionals are approached by rival companies about overseas roles, according to a global survey by SThree. Better quality of life and higher pay are the main reasons they consider relocating.
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This robotic hand crawls away, grabs objects and reattaches
In tests, the hand was able to detach from its arm, crawl like a small multi-legged robot, and retrieve up to three objects in sequence before reattaching.
The United States has officially left WHO, ending a year of controversial health reforms
22 January 2026 was the United States’ final day as a member of the World Health Organization (WHO) after a year of polemic health policy decisions.
Water-related violence almost doubled globally in two years, thinktank says
Experts say climate crisis, corruption and lack or misuse of infrastructure among factors driving water conflicts Water-related violence has almost doubled since 2022 and little is being done to understand and address the trend and prevent new and escalating risks, experts have
Uzbekistan sees lower shadow economy share as cashless payments rise
Official data shows that economic activities hidden from authorities accounted for 33% of GDP in 2025, down from 45–50% in 2019.
MEPs tell EU: Do not be 'vulnerable to coercion'
MEPs say that the EU needs to “strengthen its global partnerships and enhance its threat deterrence”. The message comes in the wake of the ongoing bitter row between Europe and the US over Greenland. MEPs issued the message in their annual reports on the EU’s common foreign,
Dubai chewy cookie giveaways boost blood donations in South Korea
The giveaway events came amid a winter blood shortage in South Korea.
Nvidia’s Huang to visit China as AI chip sales stall
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang plans to visit China ahead of the mid-February Lunar New Year, two people familiar with the matter told CNBC.
Indian security forces kill 16 Maoist rebels
India has launched an all-out campaign against the insurgents and vowed to end the rebellion by March.
Sundance: Chris Pine, Jenny Slate and Judd Apatow Kick Off Bittersweet Opening Night of Final Park City Edition
“We are sad it’s the last Sundance in Park City, but we will see what Colorado is all about,” Judd Apatow said at Thursday’s opening night premiere of the documentary “Paralyzed by Hope: The Maria Bamford Story.” The director vocalized the uneasy feeling that many
TikTok closes deal to split US app from global business. Here's what to know
The app was due to be banned in the US a year ago if its Chinese owner didn't sell its business in America.
TikTok closes deal to split US app from global business
The app was due to be banned in the US a year ago if its Chinese owner didn't sell its business in America.
S’porean woman, Malaysian motorcyclist die after being run over by trailer in Johor Bahru
The accident took place on Malaysia's North-South expressway.
China's Xi urges Brazil's Lula to jointly protect Global South interests
BEIJING, Jan 23 - China and Brazil should safeguard the shared interests of the Global South and jointly maintain the United Nations' core role, Chinese President Xi Jinping told his Brazilian counterpart on Friday, state news agency Xinhua said.
Trump withdraws 'Board of Peace' invitation to Carney in widening rift with Canada
Trump said he has withdrawn the invitation to Canada to join the new Board of Peace, days after Carney warned against economic coercion by superpowers.
Trump dominated Davos. But Canada’s Carney was the star.
Carney delivered an address that squarely confronted the world wrought by Trump’s presidency. Davos’s attendees — including Trump — took notice.
Indonesia takes action against mining firms after floods devastate population of world’s rarest ape
Conservationists hail the ‘desperately needed’ measures and urge greater protection after up to 11% of endangered Tapanuli orangutans wiped out The floods and landslides that tore through Indonesia’s fragile Batang Toru ecosystem in November 2024 – killing up to 11% of the
Whales may divide resources to co-exist under pressures from climate change
The North Atlantic Ocean is warming up. Higher temperatures and increased human activity in the region can trigger abrupt changes in marine ecosystems, for example, how species are distributed and what they eat.
Ukraine peace deal hinges on territory, Kremlin says after Putin meets US envoys in Moscow
Russian President Vladimir Putin discussed the settlement in Ukraine with US President Donald Trump’s envoys during marathon overnight talks, and the Kremlin insisted that the territorial issue needs to be resolved to reach a peace deal.
This new antibody may stop one of the deadliest breast cancers
Researchers have identified a promising new weapon against triple-negative breast cancer, one of the most aggressive forms of the disease. An experimental antibody targets a protein that fuels tumor growth and shuts down immune defenses, effectively turning the immune system
Wonder Man review: A Marvel must-watch for everyone but MCU fans
The Marvel Spotlight banner gets its second ground-level series in this winning MCU comedy-drama about an actor with superpowers trying to land a gig.