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Philippine authorities are investigating the discovery of a suspected Chinese underwater drone and the presence of one of the world’s largest Coast Guard vessels, developments that are adding to rising tensions in the South China Sea. The region is the focus of ongoing disputes over territorial claims between China and the Philippines.

Chinese Coast Guard ‘monster ship,’ underwater drone enter Philippine waters

China may be dealing with an outbreak of a relatively new virus known as HMPV, according to multiple reports on Friday, Jan. 3.

Amid claims of surging HMPV cases in China, health officials urge calm

In his New Year address, Chinese President Xi Jinping urged confidence in China’s economy and also warned of external uncertainties.

Xi Jinping urges confidence in China’s economy amid ‘uncertainties’

Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts is expressing concerns about the growing disregard for the U.S. Supreme Court.

A look at US Supreme Court 2025 docket and a warning from Chief Justice Roberts

The World Health Organization is asking China once again to share data on the origins of the Covid-19 virus that changed society.

WHO urges China to share COVID origin data 5 years since pandemic began

The U.S. Treasury Department says it was hacked by Chinese actors.

Chinese-sponsored hackers behind ‘major’ breach: Treasury Department

In 2024, the world’s population added 71 million people, meaning 8.09 billion people will call the planet home on Jan. 1, 2025.

World population increased 71M in 2024 to reach 8.09B for start of New Year

Chinese President Xi Jinping's alleged anti-corruption efforts across China are widening with more detention centers going up to hold suspects at the center of his crackdown.

China builds more detention centers as Xi Jinping ups anti-corruption drive

President-elect Trump signaled his opposition to a TikTok ban and asked that he have the opportunity to resolve the issues at hand.

Trump asks Supreme Court to pause potential US TikTok ban

The U.S. is condemning Hong Kong's government after it issued arrest warrants and bounties for six pro-democracy activists.

US condemns Hong Kong for issuing pro-democracy activist arrest warrants

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