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A Chinese artificial intelligence startup has unveiled an advanced open-source image generation model, marking a pivotal advancement in China's drive for technological self-reliance amid ongoing U.S. export restrictions. Zhipu AI introduced GLM-Image, the first top-tier multimodal AI model fully trained on domestically produced hardware,......

President Donald Trump dismissed Greenland's leader with a stark warning after the territory's prime minister firmly chose to remain under Danish sovereignty rather than align with the United States. Speaking to reporters at Joint Base Andrews, Trump stated bluntly that he knew nothing of Jens-Frederik Nielsen but predicted it would......

China has intensified diplomatic efforts to isolate Taiwan on the international stage, urging European governments to deny entry to high-ranking Taiwanese officials. Between November and December 2025, Chinese diplomats delivered formal notes and made direct appeals at European embassies in Beijing and in European capitals. These communications......

Russian crude-loaded tankers are stacking up at sea, unable to offload cargo, as Moscow struggles to revive its Indian market lifeline that rescued its oil trade after European buyers pulled back following the Ukraine invasion. Russia shipped 3.42 million barrels per day over the four weeks ending January 11, 2026, per Bloomberg-compiled vessel......

Iranian authorities have for the first time acknowledged the scale of the deadly crackdown on nationwide protests, confirming that around 2,000 people were killed during two weeks of unrest. The admission comes as former United States president Donald Trump signals he is prepared to use military force against Iran, escalating tensions already......

Japan and South Korea have agreed to deepen their cooperation as regional tensions rise and diplomatic relations between Tokyo and Beijing remain strained. The announcement followed talks held on Tuesday between Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi and South Korean President Lee Jae Myung in the historic city of Nara. Both leaders emphasized......

China has stated that it will firmly defend its legitimate interests following remarks by U.S. President Donald Trump threatening new trade sanctions linked to Iran. The announcement comes amid rising tensions surrounding Iran, which is currently facing widespread domestic unrest. Speaking at a regular press briefing, a spokesperson for China’s......

Copper prices approached record levels on January 12, 2026, fueled by a weaker US dollar and anticipation of fresh Chinese policies to spur consumer spending. This industrial metal, vital for global electrification, saw three-month contracts on the London Metal Exchange climb 1.9% to $12,964 per metric ton, while Shanghai Futures Exchange......

Former U.S. President Donald Trump has reiterated that the United States will acquire Greenland “one way or another,” arguing that Washington must act to prevent Russia or China from gaining influence over the strategically important Arctic territory. Speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One, Trump dismissed the idea of a short-term......

China has reaffirmed its support for Somalia’s sovereignty and territorial integrity following the postponement of a planned diplomatic visit, signaling Beijing’s continued engagement in the Horn of Africa. According to a statement from China’s foreign ministry, Foreign Minister Wang Yi held a phone call with his Somali......

Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson on Sunday criticized what he described as the “threatening rhetoric” of the United States toward Greenland and Denmark, calling Copenhagen a loyal ally that deserves respect rather than pressure. Washington has repeatedly argued that the United States must take control of Greenland, an autonomous......

Villagers in northern China’s Hebei province are facing harsh winters as gas subsidies for clean heating disappear, leaving many unable to afford adequate warmth. Nearly a decade after Beijing began phasing out coal stoves to reduce winter smog, households now struggle with high costs for natural gas and electricity. In 2017, the Chinese......

Silver prices climbed above $79 per ounce on Friday, recovering from a sharp midweek pullback as traders grapple with tightening global supply pressures from new Chinese export restrictions that took effect on January 1. The white metal traded around $79.79 per ounce as of January 10, 2026, reflecting a staggering more than 150% gain over......