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Poland's leader accuses Russia of planning acts of terror against 'airlines over the world'
Jan 15, 2025 - World
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk has accused Russia of planning acts of sabotage worldwide that included “acts of air terror” against airlines
Pakistan's premier welcomes World Bank's 10-year funding plan of $20 billion
Jan 15, 2025 - World
Pakistan’s prime minister has welcomed the first-of-its-kind agreement with the World Bank under which his country will receive $20 billion in the next decade to invest in renewable energy, education, and social sectors
Timor-Leste freedom fighter, nation-builder Xanana Gusmao among those honored in Seoul
Jan 15, 2025 - World
Timor-Leste Prime Minister Xanana Gusmao, one of the 20th century's most notable freedom fighters and nation-builders, was honored Wednesday as the recipient of the Founder's Award of the 2025 Sunhak Peace Prize.
TikTok 'refugees' bolt to China's alternative as possible U.S. ban looms
Jan 15, 2025 - World
American users fearing a potential TikTok shutdown because of the popular video-sharing app's ties to Beijing are rushing to China's social media app Xiaohongshu as an alternative.
At least 78 dead at abandoned South Africa gold mine that was scene of a standoff
Jan 15, 2025 - World
Rescuers and volunteers have pulled at least 78 dead miners and more than 160 survivors from an abandoned South African gold mine