Denmark warns of severe consequences, Deepseek's advanced thinking, Canada's generic alternatives to Wegovy and Ozempic

The US and 130 countries agreed on a 15% global corporate tax via the OECD, but exempted large US-based multinationals, sparking criticism over fairness and equality in the global tax system. (Fortune - The Associated Press)

The Guardian: The US is exempt from a global tax deal targeting large multinationals, sparking criticism from tax transparency groups, after OECD negotiations resulted in a 15% global minimum tax excluding US-based corporations.

Denmark's Prime Minister warns of severe consequences if the US invades Greenland, potentially dismantling NATO, amid Trump's renewed interest in acquiring the territory. (ΤΟ ΒΗΜΑ )

The Independent: Icelandic singer Björk backs Greenland's independence amid reported US interest in acquiring the territory, sparked by former President Trump's previous takeover comments.

The Latest News from the UK and Around the World | Sky News: Donald Trump renews interest in purchasing Greenland, despite warnings it may strain NATO relations and face strong opposition from Denmark and Greenland's government.

Colombian President Gustavo Petro denies allegations and vows to defend his country, amid rising diplomatic tensions with the US sparked by former President Donald Trump's threat of force, Petro threatens to take up arms if necessary. (NYT > World News - Genevieve Glatsky)

Noticias de Colombia | El Colombiano: Colombian President Gustavo Petro responds to US President Trump's comments, denies being illegitimate or involved in narcotics, and threatens to take up arms if necessary

DeepSeek's chatbot now features advanced thinking capabilities, resulting in a 90% increase in monthly active users, significantly enhancing user engagement and interaction. (News - South China Morning Post - Vincent Chow)

Canada considers approving affordable generic alternatives to obesity medications Ozempic and Wegovy, potentially increasing accessibility for patients. (CBC | Top Stories News )

Benin has closed its embassy in Niger, citing deteriorating relations between the two West African nations, amid rising diplomatic tensions and security concerns. (BBC News Hausa )

Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaibani holds talks with Israel, marking a significant development in potential peace negotiations after months of diplomatic silence. (Iran Front Page - IFP Media Wire)

David Miliband warns of global democracy in retreat amid rising conflicts and aid cuts, citing 59 ongoing conflicts and a decline in international law, with 91 countries now considered autocratic. (Yahoo News Canada - Sam Kiley)

India and Bangladesh experience heightened tensions following a mass uprising that led to the downfall of the government, sparking regional instability concerns. (The Independent - Shweta Sharma)

Trump's Venezuela economic plans may spark US-China conflict, straining bilateral relations and potentially destabilizing global trade dynamics between the two nations. (The Globe and Mail )

US considers seizing Venezuelan Bitcoin assets, citing sanctions and alleged links to the country's crypto oil trade, in a bid to increase economic pressure on the regime. (HOKANEWS.COM )

Botswana and Russia explore potential rare earth investment partnership, aiming to strengthen cooperation and boost mineral production in 2026, diversifying their economies and increasing global market presence. (Discovery Alert )

Elon Musk's AI chatbot, Grok, faces global criticism and regulatory scrutiny over its "spicy mode" allowing explicit content, prompting European investigations into X platform's distribution of illegal images. (Yahoo - Ja'han Jones)

TECHi: European regulators investigate Elon Musk's X platform over Grok AI's distribution of illegal, sexualized images of women and children, sparking global backlash and demands for accountability.

Palantir CTO emphasizes the need for accelerated AI manufacturing in the US to stay ahead of adversaries and maintain a competitive edge in emerging technologies. (Fox Business )

Meta's AI integration in private messaging raises concerns among users and regulators, sparking debates over data protection and privacy rights. (Arabian Post - Arabian Post)

Nvidia partners with Hesai to integrate lidar sensors into its Hyperion autonomous driving platform, enhancing vehicle perception and safety capabilities. (News - South China Morning Post - Daniel Ren)

Telegram may face a $500 million bond freeze due to US sanctions imposed on Russian companies, potentially impacting the messaging app's funding and operations. (World )

US stocks remain unchanged despite Trump's Venezuela sanctions, as investors maintain a bullish outlook on the market, unfazed by geopolitical developments. (CNBC )

Investors may seek value in 2026 as AI-driven market growth stabilizes, potentially leading to new opportunities and a more predictable investment landscape. (Business Reporter )

Hang Seng Index surges, fueled by strong financial sector performance and overall economic growth, indicating a positive market trend in Hong Kong's stock exchange. (Dimsum Daily )

Chinese stocks reach decade-high record, driven by strong performance in metals and financials sectors, fueling market growth and investor optimism. (Devdiscourse )

DAX hits record high, sparking anticipation of a potential breakout in the German stock market, driven by strong economic indicators and investor confidence. (investingLive )

US dollar strengthens amid rising geopolitical tensions and European political uncertainty, influencing foreign exchange markets and investor sentiment. (Investing.com )

USA Rare Earth's stock jumps 14% amid rising geopolitical tensions, significantly impacting the global rare earth market and investor sentiment. (NAI500 )

Copper prices reach a new record high amid concerns over potential supply disruptions and US tariffs imposed by the Trump administration, driving market volatility and uncertainty. (World )

Historic voter turnout: 90% of voters participated in the nation's first election 80 years ago, setting a high standard for civic engagement and democratic participation. (Thời sự - VnExpress RSS )

A 6.2-magnitude earthquake struck Japan's Chugoku region, causing no reported injuries or tsunami risk. Aftershocks and damage assessments are ongoing, with a local nuclear plant undergoing safety checks amid potential evacuation preparations. (The Hindu )

Mehr News Agency: A magnitude-6.2 earthquake struck Japan's western Chugoku region, followed by aftershocks, with officials assessing damage and impact on local communities.

اطلاعات آنلاین: A 6.2 magnitude earthquake struck Japan's Chugoku region, prompting assessments of damage and potential aftershocks, with authorities monitoring the situation for further developments and potential evacuations.

ΤΑ ΝΕΑ: A 6.2 magnitude earthquake hits Japan's Chugoku region, causing disturbance and shaking a local nuclear plant, prompting safety assessments.

US federal health officials reduce recommended childhood vaccines from 17 to 11 diseases, streamlining immunization schedules for kids. (NYT > Top Stories - Apoorva Mandavilli)