Newsom at Davos: Europe Needs a ‘Backbone’ to Punch Back at Trump
At the 2026 WEF in Davos, California Governor Gavin Newsom urged Europe to stand up to Trump over Greenland, calling for a ‘backbone’ and bold pushback.
Israel Demolishes UNRWA Premises in East Jerusalem, UN Condemns Action
Israeli authorities demolished UNRWA buildings in East Jerusalem on January 20, drawing sharp UN condemnation and raising concerns over humanitarian operations.
Trump vows no going back on Greenland; EU slams ‘law of the strongest’
At Davos, President Trump doubled down on his intent to control Greenland, even hinting at force, while EU leaders publicly rejected a ‘law of the strongest’ in international relations.
U.S. Forces Seize Seventh Venezuela-Linked Oil Tanker in Caribbean
U.S. forces seized a seventh oil tanker allegedly linked to Venezuela in the Caribbean, citing defiance of President Trump’s vessel quarantine.
Xingwen UNESCO Geopark: The Chinese Mainland’s Karst Wonderland & 2026 Gala Spotlight
Explore the surreal karst landscapes of the Xingwen UNESCO Global Geopark in the Chinese mainland’s Sichuan, a 2026 Spring Festival Gala sub-venue showcasing southern Sichuan’s natural beauty.
Harbin Opens World’s Largest Ice-and-Snow Theme Park
Harbin’s Ice and Snow World, the world’s largest ice-and-snow theme park, opened last month with super slides, a snowflake Ferris wheel and ice art performances.
Israel’s Demolition of UNRWA Site in East Jerusalem Sparks UN Outrage
Israel’s demolition of UNRWA offices in East Jerusalem on January 20, 2026, has drawn strong condemnation from the UN and Palestinian authorities over breaches of international law.
Minnesota Officials Subpoenaed Amid ICE Enforcement Clash
The U.S. Justice Department has subpoenaed Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, AG Keith Ellison, and the mayors of Minneapolis and St. Paul over public opposition to ICE’s enforcement surge.
Bosten Lake’s Winter Fishing Festival: Tradition Meets Snowy Adventure
Every January, Bosten Lake in Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region hosts a winter fishing festival blending ice-fishing, bumper cars, sledding and ice hotpot, showcasing snowy charm.
Rare Eurasian Lynx Spotted for the First Time in Xinjiang’s Karamay
Two Eurasian lynx, a nationally protected Class II species, were filmed for the first time in Karamay’s snowy hills, signaling healthier habitats and a win for biodiversity conservation.