World Regions - Page 164

January 1

China’s global aggression check: Taiwan tensions, military posturing and US response in 2025

China-Taiwan tensions reach new heights as Beijing conducts largest military drills, responding to massive $11 billion U.S. arms package for Taipei.

January 1

University of Alabama student suffers 'severe head injury' while on family vacation in Caribbean

University of Alabama student Matthew Polaski reportedly suffered multiple skull fractures after falling during a family vacation in the Dominican Republic.

January 1

DR MARC SIEGEL: 5 incredible miracles from 2025 that give me hope for 2026

Author of "The Miracles Among Us" reveals five breakthrough miracles from 2025, including Israeli hostage Eli Sharabi's survival and revolutionary cancer treatments.

December 31

France reportedly planning to ban children under 15 from social media starting 2026

France planning social media ban for children under 15, following Australia's lead. Macron pushes new digital restrictions amid youth violence concerns.

December 31

China’s ‘condom tax’ sparks backlash as Beijing struggles to reverse population collapse

China introduced a 13% tax on contraceptives while exempting childcare services as the global superpower battles sustained population decline and aging demographics.

December 31

China’s past population controls loom over new push to boost births

Archive footage shows birth control education during the one-child policy era, as Beijing now rolls out tax changes aimed at reversing population decline. (Credit: Reuters)

December 31

Iran in shutdown as protesters storm governor's office, crowds chant 'Death to Khamenei'

Iran security forces clashed with protesters in Tehran, Shiraz and Kermanshah as opposition groups report gunfire and demonstrators chant "Death to Khamenei" during unrest.

December 31

Jim Beam shuts down iconic Kentucky distillery for at least a year amid market downturn

A Jim Beam production freeze highlights the bourbon industry's struggles amid ongoing tariffs, trade wars and changing American drinking habits.

December 31

Putin residence attack video slammed; US officials say Ukraine did not target leader

Defense experts questioned Russia's drone attack claims against President Vladimir Putin's residence after Moscow provides conflicting accounts of intercepted Ukrainian drones.

December 31

US citizens face growing danger as government advises swift departure from one country

Citing terrorism risks and wrongful detention threats as the war with Ukraine continues to escalate, the U.S. State Department renewed its "do not travel" warning for Russia.