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Israel attacks Gaza ‘humanitarian zone’, killing at least 11, wounding 15

Around The Globe - Thu, 01/02/2025 - 05:08
Women, children among dead as Israel's military again attacks civilians sheltering in so-called humanitarian safe zone.

South Korean police raid airport, Jeju Air offices after deadly crash

Around The Globe - Thu, 01/02/2025 - 04:19
Police searches come as aviation authorities are probing the cause of the deadliest air disaster on South Korean soil.

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,043

Around The Globe - Thu, 01/02/2025 - 03:21
Here are the key developments on the 1,043rd day of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.

At least 10 killed in mass shooting in Montenegro, suspect kills himself

Around The Globe - Thu, 01/02/2025 - 01:59
Suspected gunman in shooting rampage in Cetinje town shoots himself in the head after being surrounded by police.

VOA Mandarin: What cards does China hold in US-China tech, trade battles?  

Technology - Thu, 01/02/2025 - 01:17
Beijing has launched a series of retaliatory actions against U.S. technological sanctions, including cutting off supplies of rare earth elements and punishing American companies operating in China. U.S. President-elect Donald Trump has repeatedly warned of additional tariffs on Chinese exports, and analysts believe he will further tighten technological restrictions on China. What other cards might Beijing play on the 2025 U.S.-China trade and technology battlefield?    Click here for the full story in Mandarin.

VOA Mandarin: Quantum technology a key battleground in US-China competition 

Technology - Thu, 01/02/2025 - 01:05
Quantum computing is emerging as a revolutionary technology capable of solving complex problems that traditional computers cannot address. The U.S. leads in quantum innovation, driven by companies like Google and IBM, robust government funding and top-tier research institutions. China, however, has rapidly advanced through massive state-led investments, dominating global quantum patents and establishing specialized research centers.    Click here for the full story in Mandarin.

Syria’s Foreign Minister: Rebuilding a nation after al-Assad’s fall

Around The Globe - Thu, 01/02/2025 - 00:30
Asaad al-Shaibani discusses Syria’s path to democracy, rebuilding trust, lifting sanctions, and avoiding new conflicts.

One dead after Tesla truck catches fire outside of Trump hotel in Las Vegas

Around The Globe - Thu, 01/02/2025 - 00:05
Authorities say they are investigating the incident, in which seven people sustained minor injuries.

Fireworks in Hawaii home spark deadly explosion, killing at least three

Around The Globe - Wed, 01/01/2025 - 23:16
Both the state governor and mayor of Honolulu pledged to crack down on illegal fireworks in the aftermath of the blast.

Palestinian Authority suspends Al Jazeera operations in the West Bank

Around The Globe - Wed, 01/01/2025 - 22:24
PA accuses network of broadcasting 'inciting material' and 'stirring strife' in the country.

At least 10 dead as a truck rams a New Year’s crowd in New Orleans

Around The Globe - Wed, 01/01/2025 - 20:59
FBI authorities are investigating the attack as an act of 'terrorism' and have identified the suspect as a US citizen.

Celebrating New Year on the streets of Damascus, Sarah in Syria

Around The Globe - Wed, 01/01/2025 - 20:06
Sarah Kassim celebrated a New Year “full of freedom” with thousands of other Syrians in Damascus.

Gaza population falls 6 percent since start of war, statistics agency says

Around The Globe - Wed, 01/01/2025 - 19:53
Population has declined by about 160,000 since Israel's assault on Gaza began, Palestinian statistics agency says.

Cybertruck bursts into flames outside Trump hotel

Around The Globe - Wed, 01/01/2025 - 19:37
A Tesla Cybertruck was filmed on fire at the entrance of the Trump International Hotel in Las Vegas on Wednesday.

Mitch McConnell’s legacy: A ‘grim reaper’ for US bipartisanship?

Around The Globe - Wed, 01/01/2025 - 19:21
McConnell is set to step down as the longest-serving Senate leader. Experts say he made the chamber into a battlefield.

Al-Shifa was a dream and a nightmare

Around The Globe - Wed, 01/01/2025 - 16:26
The hospital was my dream workplace, but it turned into a place of death and despair.

Russian gas flow to Europe via Ukraine stopped: Who does it hurt?

Around The Globe - Wed, 01/01/2025 - 15:41
Russia’s dominance of the EU energy market ends but it will likely cause energy crisis in several EU countries.

‘We are waging an existential war’: M23’s Bertrand Bisimwa on DRC conflict

Around The Globe - Wed, 01/01/2025 - 15:14
Leader of the M23 group says its rebellion in eastern DR Congo is a ‘defensive’ one, hopes for dialogue with Kinshasa.

Truck ramming attack kills at least 10 people in New Orleans

Around The Globe - Wed, 01/01/2025 - 15:13
An armed man in a truck has ploughed through a crowd in the US city of New Orleans, killing at least 10 people.

Israeli attacks kill at least 20 Palestinians across Gaza on New Year’s Day

Around The Globe - Wed, 01/01/2025 - 15:13
Attacks reported from Jabalia in the north, Bureij refugee camp in central Gaza and the southern city of Khan Younis.

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