Liuyang Sets Guinness Record with 16,000-Drone Light Show
Liuyang in Hunan Province on the Chinese mainland set a Guinness World Record on October 17 with a 16,000-drone fireworks display forming a towering tree and giant flower.
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FIG President Watanabe Charts Gymnastics’ Next Leap at World Championships
FIG President Morinari Watanabe shares his vision for gymnastics’ future at the 53rd Artistic Gymnastics World Championships in Jakarta.
Milano-Cortina 2026 Opening Ceremony to Celebrate Italian Harmony
Get a sneak peek at the Milano-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics opening ceremony set for Feb 6 at San Siro, themed “harmony”, celebrating Italian excellence and honoring Armani.
Paris’ Louvre Museum Closes After Morning Robbery
Paris’ Louvre Museum was closed today after a morning robbery, prompting an investigation by French authorities and raising questions about security at major cultural sites.
Rafah Crossing Closed as Israel Blames Hamas for Body Handover Delays
Rafah crossing stays closed as Israel and Hamas clash over delayed body handovers, testing the fragile ceasefire in Gaza.
Takaichi’s Tightrope: Will Japan Get Its First Female PM?
Japan’s LDP leader Sanae Takaichi faces a challenging parliamentary vote for PM after Komeito’s exit. Can she secure support alone or with the Japan Innovation Party?
Pakistan and Afghanistan Strike Immediate Ceasefire in Doha
After intense border clashes, Pakistan and Afghanistan struck an immediate ceasefire deal in Doha, paving the way for sustainable peace and follow-up talks.
Lula Calls for a ‘Latin American Doctrine’ to Boost Regional Independence
Brazilian President Lula urged students to build a ‘Latin American doctrine’ to strengthen regional independence as Brazil and the U.S. prepare talks on recent tariffs.
US Repatriates Survivors After Strike on Alleged Drug-Smuggling Submarine
After a US military strike on a suspected drug-smuggling submarine in the Caribbean, two suspected traffickers will be repatriated to Ecuador and Colombia to face prosecution.
Japan’s LDP and Ishin Join Forces, Clearing Path for First Female PM
Japan’s LDP and Ishin plan a coalition to back Sanae Takaichi as the nation’s first female prime minister, marking a historic shift in Tokyo’s political landscape.