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Watch: How TikTok 'went dark' in the US
BBC Tech Correspondent Lily Jamali explains what happened and what it means for the popular platform.
ASEAN-wide digital payment system, regional power grid key amid geopolitical risks: Vivian Balakrishnan
Singapore’s foreign affairs minister was speaking after the ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Retreat in Langkawi on Jan 18 and 19, the first high-level meeting hosted by Malaysia as the bloc’s 2025 chair.
Hamas releases names of 3 captives as Israel delays Gaza truce
Hamas has released the names of three female captives to be released as Israel delays the ceasefire.
Despite truce, Israel has damaged or destroyed hundreds of buildings in Lebanon
The Israeli military also moved into dozens of new positions across southern Lebanon in the first 40 days of the ceasefire.
New products, new stores: China goes for novelty factor to boost consumption, but will it work?
Some say it's China’s latest desperate attempt to salvage its economy while others say too early to dismiss it.
Deadly Israel strikes on Gaza after Tel Aviv delays ceasefire
Gaza's civil defence rescuers said Israeli strikes killed eight people on Sunday after Israel delayed a ceasefire in its war on Gaza meant to take effect today
Three far-right ministers quit Israel's cabinet over ceasefire deal
Israel’s far-right National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir and two other ministers from the religious Jewish Power party have resigned.
Israeli forces recover body of soldier held in Gaza since 2014
The Israeli military says Oron Shaul's remains were found during a "covert, special operation" in Gaza.
TikTok ban begins in the US a day before Donald Trump's inauguration
When users opened the TikTok app on Saturday, they encountered a pop-up message that said, “Sorry, TikTok isn't available right now.”
What the North Koreans took into battle against Ukraine
Weapons and notes left on dead North Korean troops in Russia give Ukraine a glimpse into their mindset — and show how they are quickly adapting to modern war.
Elephant frightened by fireworks knocks down 5 people at Thai fair
The elephant's owner faces action for taking the animal to a fair without permission
‘SNL’: Watch GloRilla Perform ‘Yeah Glo!,’ Medley from ‘Glorious’ Album
Memphis rapper debuts on SNL with the Grammy-nominated track from her 2024 mixtape
‘Marvel Snap’ Game Also Goes Dark and Is Pulled From App Stores Because of TikTok Ban
Don’t blame Thanos: “Marvel Snap” is a casualty of the U.S. government’s move to ban TikTok over fears about its parent company’s Chinese ties. It’s not just TikTok that winked offline for U.S. users Saturday, just hours before the Jan. 19 deadline specified by the U.S.
Ceasefire delayed by Israel after Hamas failed to release hostages' names
But just hours after Israel said it would delay, Hamas then named the three hostages, potentially clearing the way for the ceasefire to go ahead after all.
JB police refute allegations of bribe-taking near Causeway, warn against false accusations
A photo captioned "Donation Day now happening on Causeway" had been posted online.
Asean tells Myanmar junta peace, not election, is priority
The regional bloc wants Yangon to focus on ending the civil war.
Suspected Bangladeshi arrested in stabbing of Bollywood star Saif Ali Khan
The suspect was working with a housekeeping agency after going to Mumbai five or six months ago.
‘SNL’ Weekend Update Rips Mark Zuckerberg Cozying Up to Trump
The Meta CEO "flew down to Mar-a-Lago to meet with Donald Trump, and boy are his knees tired," Colin Jost jokes
Dave Chappelle Revives ‘Chappelle’s Show’s Silky Johnson and Ashy Larry in ‘SNL’ ‘Pop the Balloon’ Sketch
Dave Chappelle brought back his infamous “Chappelle’s Show” character, Silky Johnson, the notorious player hater, while reenacting the viral YouTube speed dating show “Pop the Balloon.” In the sketch hosted by ‘SNL’ cast member Ego Nwodim, portraying real-life host Arlette
Protesters storm South Korea court after it extends Yoon’s detention
Hundreds of Yoon supporters stormed the Seoul Western District Court, which extended his detention.
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‘SNL’ Monologue: Dave Chappelle Takes On L.A. Wildfires, Trump, P Diddy
Comedian wishes president-elect good luck, urges empathy for displaced people--"whether they're in the Palisades or Palestine"
Philippines, U.S. hold joint maritime exercises in South China Sea
MANILA - The Philippines and the United States carried out joint maritime exercises for a fifth time in the South China Sea, Manila's armed forces said on Sunday, in a move that would likely irk China.
Dave Chappelle’s ‘SNL’ Monologue Wishes Trump Good Luck, Jokes about the LA Fires and Says He’s Tired of Being Controversial
Dave Chappelle took the stage at Studio 8H for the new year’s inaugural episode of “Saturday Night Live,” marking his fourth time hosting the show. He walked out onstage wearing a suit and smoking a cigarette and said, “Boy, I tell you something. I’m being very honest. I am
Live updates: Israel strikes Gaza as ceasefire is held up over hostage names
Gaza’s Civil Defense said ten people were killed after the ceasefire was set to take effect. Hamas said it was late on delivering a list of hostages’ names.
Huat ah: Malaysian Sports Toto’s $36m jackpot won by four punters
This is first time jackpot has gone over RM100 million.
‘SNL’ Cold Open Features Sarah Sherman as Rachel Maddow on the LA Wildfires, the TikTok Ban and Trump
Sarah Sherman opened the first “Saturday Night Live” episode of 2025 by portraying political commentator Rachel Maddow. In the sketch, Maddow hosted an MSNBC panel, which included Marcello Hernandez as Ari Melber, Ego Nwodim as Joy Reed, Heidi Gardner as Stephanie Ruhle and
TikTok goes offline in the US hours before ban due to come in
A message appearing for US users said a law banning TikTok had been enacted, meaning "you can't use TikTok for now".
EU assembles 100-strong observer mission for Kosovo elections scheduled for February
NATO-led international peacekeepers known as KFOR said their 4,300-strong force will be assisted by more than 200 Italian troops during the election period.
TikTok goes dark as U.S. ban begins — but Trump waits in the wings
TikTok’s time is up in the U.S. — at least for now. The popular social media app went dark late Saturday before a federal law to ban it took effect Sunday. But the possibility of at least a temporary reprieve from incoming President Donald Trump left TikTok’s ultimate fate up
Dead or Alive publisher requests between 2,000 and 3,000 takedowns on works of inappropriate fan art annually because it thinks of the game's characters 'like daughters'
Koei Tecmo knows about those pictures of Dead or Alive's fighters, and isn't happy about them.
Trump arrives in DC as organisers scramble to move inauguration indoors due to cold
Before the president-elect had arrived in the capital, groups of mostly female protesters began taking to the street to march for women’s rights which they believe are under threat from the incoming administration.
India's pioneering female anthropologist who challenged Nazi race theories
Irawati Karve, India's first female anthropologist, led a fascinating life that challenged patriarchal norms.
André Soltner, chef whose Lutèce became pacesetter, dies at 92
His Manhattan restaurant made him one of the most acclaimed French chefs outside of France.
Protesters in Kyiv demand answers about location of POWs and missing soldiers
Protesters have expressed their frustration over what they say is the government’s poor communication and lack of clarity regarding the fate of relatives who went missing while fighting off Russia’s full-scale invasion.
Trump's second presidency: How our deepest fears can shape political outcomes
Why do social injustices and ecological harms persist despite the powerful social movements that have arisen throughout history to counter them?
Pro-Palestine rallies take place in major European capitals ahead of Gaza ceasefire
Many European protesters hope the ceasefire, which Israel maintains is temporary, will lead to a lasting peace in the Middle East.
Israel-Hamas ceasefire delayed after PM demands hostage list
A long-awaited ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas war was delayed Sunday after Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said at the last minute that it would not take effect until the Palestinian militant group provided a list of the hostages to be released. Hamas, while "affirming its
Deadly strikes on Gaza after Israel says ceasefire delayed
Gaza's civil defence rescuers said Israeli strikes killed eight people on Sunday after Israel said a ceasefire in its war with Hamas was delayed at the last minute on orders of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. A statement from Netanyahu's office, issued less than an hour
Ceasefire in Israel-Hamas war to begin at 0630 GMT
A ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas war is to begin on Sunday at 0630 GMT, with three Israeli hostages to be released from captivity in return for a first group of Palestinian prisoners. If all goes to plan, a total of 33 hostages taken by militants during Hamas's October 7, 2023
TikTok no longer accessible in US
TikTok blocked access to American users late Saturday night, just hours before a law banning the popular video-sharing platform was set to go into effect. “A law banning TikTok has been enacted in the U.S. Unfortunately, that means you can’t use TikTok for now,” a message