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Zohran Mamdani sworn in as New York mayor with historic Quran
The incoming mayor will use two family Qurans and a historic edition that symbolises New York City history.
China’s Xi says ‘reunification’ with Taiwan ‘unstoppable’
Taiwan's Lai pledges to defend national sovereignty after Beijing holds live-fire drills around island.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,407
These are the key developments from day 1,407 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.
‘We’re not scared’: Life in Taiwan goes on amid major Chinese war games
People on the island have grown so accustomed to Chinese displays of power that life continues as usual.
Bangladesh’s big question: Will Khaleda Zia’s son build on her legacy?
Khaleda's death marks the end of an era. But will it be the start of a new one under Khaleda's son Tarique Rahman?
US kills three in attack on alleged drug boats, searches for survivors
Latest attacks bring total number of boat strikes to 33 and the number of people killed to at least 110 since September.
US imposes more sanctions on tankers transporting Venezuelan oil
The sanctions come amid President Trump's pressure campaign that critics say is aimed at toppling Nicolas Maduro.
Trump says ‘removing’ National Guard from Chicago, Los Angeles and Portland
US president backs away from troop deployment to US cities amid legal setbacks, vows return when crime 'begins to soar'.
New Year’s Eve celebrations as the world welcomes 2026
As the world enters 2026, cities celebrate with fireworks, concerts and gatherings across different time zones.
Palestinians in Gaza say ‘lives will be destroyed’ by Israel’s NGO ban
Displaced people in Gaza warn new restrictions on aid group will 'lead to catastrophe' in devastated enclave.