South Korea's top court upholds 20-year prison sentence for ex-president Park
The Supreme Court of South Korea upheld a 20-year prison sentence for a corruption conviction of ex-president Park, which leads much of her remaining years in prison.
India weather forecast latest, January 15: Scattered Rains, thunderstorms in Tamil Nadu, Kerala while isolated showers to cover Karnataka, Andhra
Cold wave and intense fog are forecasted to continue in North Indiaa while a cyclonic system is visible over the Comorin region and adjacent parts.
UK and Europe weather forecast latest, January 15: Snow warnings issued as icy blast sweep the UK
The UK is forecasted to cope with heavy snow covering many parts and a rare amber alert was issued. Meanwhile, cold weather is expected in Mediterranean and eastern Europe, drier conditions set to cover the west.
Comics in Vietnam provides an abundant source for entertainment industry
The entertainment in Vietnam is mining an abundant source of comics with enormous potential to hit the big screen.
World breaking news today (January 14): New York City cancels all contracts with Trump Organization
World breaking news today (January 14): New York City cancels all contracts with Trump Organization. Meanwhile, Italy's political crisis, Hong Kong police arrest 11 suspected of aiding activists' escape attempt and gold price also make headlines today.
First act of bloodshed in 45 years caused India - China's ties to be "profoundly disturbed"
Foreign minister Subrahmanya Jaishanka said that trust with China has been damaged after China - India border clash, causing first deaths in 45 years, and U.S - India's relationship was on upswing under the incoming Biden administration.
Who is Sheldon Adelson, a billionaire mogul and power broker dies
Casino magnate Sheldon Adelson, one of the most prolific donors in conservative politics, died Monday night at the age of 87 due to complications from treatment for non-Hodgkin's lymphoma, according to a statement from Las Vegas Sands, the company he founded.
India weather forecast latest, January 14: Rain covers south India while western states to bear dry and windy conditions
On Thursday, Tamil Nadu is largely expected to experience light to moderate rains, with isolated heavy showers predicted in just four districts—Pudukkoitai, Ramanathapuram, Thoothukudi, and Tirunelveli.
UK and Europe weather forecast latest, January 14: Ferocious deep freeze hits with snow and wintry conditions
The UK is forecasted to cope with 14 inches of snow to fall as well as wintry conditions. Meanwhile, cold sets to batter in northern and eastern Europe, fair conditions will cover across Iberia.
Indian all women crew sets record by flying over world’s longest air route
The historic flight with an all-women crew operating Air India's longest flight from San Francisco to Bengaluru successfully landed Monday in the city, covering a distance of 13,993 km. The journey set a new record of an all-women cockpit crew flying the longest distance over the North pole.
5 notable world events to know for January 2021
Capitol riot, fundraising, Covid, death row, Cuba - Here's what you need to know to Get Up to Speed and On with Your Day.
Malaysia announced emergency coronavirus lockdown amid political crisis
Malaysia has declared national state of emergency before strict lockdown over millions of people to control the spread of coronavirus, a decision that critics say will allow the country's unstable gorvenment stay in power and worsen the crisis.
Poll: Vietnam, China and India most positive about coronavirus vaccine
According to a 32-nation study in December Vietnam, China and India had the highest levels of Covid-19 vaccine acceptance.
World breaking news today (January 13): US State Department cancels all scheduled trips amid presidential transition
World breaking news today (January 13): US State Department cancels all scheduled trips amid presidential transition. Meanwhile, Biden to mobilize National Guard to distribute Covid-19 vaccine, Kim Jong Un urges stronger military capabilities, strong cold spell in Spain and gold prices also make headlines today.
UK and Europe weather forecast latest, January 13: Low pressure brings extreme wintry conditions and heavy snow
The UK is forecasted to bear extreme wintry conditions and heavy snow to much of the country. Meanwhile, windy, snow are expected in Scandinavia, rain across southern Italy, Greece and Turkey.
India weather forecast latest, January 13: Widespread rain covers Tamil Nadu, Kerala as the country braces for cold wave
India is forecasted to bear a cold wave declared along the plains when the minimum temperatures fall by 5 to 6 degrees Celsius from the normal.
What remains after Trump’s last assault with the Capitol attack
Last week’s events showcased not only a crisis of U.S. democracy, but also a crisis of U.S. power, said NYT.
World breaking news today (January 12): Trump declares state emergency in D.C for Biden's inauguration
World breaking news today (January 12): William Burns is Biden’s pick to lead CIA. Meanwhile, armed protests being planned at all 50 state capitols, two Malaysian ministers quarantined over fear of COVID-19, China's Xi congratulates North Korea's Kim on new title and gold price also make headlines today.
U.S. House Democrats to pursue impeachment toward Trump
House Democrats plan to vote Wednesday to impeach President Donald Trump for his role in the issue of Capitol.
World Covid-19 updates: Malaysia imposes targeted lockdowns
World Covid-19 updates: Malaysia imposes targeted lockdowns to battle virus wave, Germany imposes tougher restrictions as deaths surge, the US has recorded more than 100,000 Covid hospitalizations for 40 days in a row, etc.