Drugs, Scams and Sin: Myanmar’s War Has Made It the Global Crime Capital
The chaotic country is now a magnet for criminal syndicates, particularly from China, destabilizing law enforcement across much of Asia.
‘You Were Taken!’: Don Lemon Gloats Over ‘Dumb F**king Idiots’ Conned By Trump
The former CNN host mocked the president-elect's supporters over a "MAGA civil war."
FBI to sports leagues: Star athletes’ social media bling may attract cross-border burglary crews
The bureau sent a best-practices memo to sports leagues so athletes can avoid becoming victims, a source said. South American visitors may be involved in some break-ins.
Northern lights could be visible in upper fringes of the US this New Year’s Eve
Solar storms may bring northern lights to several states in the northern U.S in time for the new year. Minor disruptions to radio communications are also possible.
Hydropower Was Ecuador’s Answer to Climate Change. Until the Drought Hit.
An extraordinary drought has drained Ecuador’s rivers and reservoirs, leading to power outages of up to 14 hours. Some fear this is the beginning of a larger global crisis.
Azerbaijan Blames Russia for Plane Crash and Rebukes Kremlin
The leader of Azerbaijan criticized the Russian response to the crash of a passenger jet that Azerbaijani officials said had most likely been hit by Russian air defenses.
Jeju Air: Moment South Korea plane skids along runway before fiery crash
A Jeju Air passenger plane carrying 181 people skidded down the runway at Muan International Airport in South Korea on Sunday, December 29, before crashing. Yonhap news agency, citing firefighting…
How world leaders are reacting to Jimmy Carter’s death
World leaders have offered their condolences following the death of former US President Jimmy Carter, who passed away Sunday at the age of 100.
If interest rates remain ‘higher for longer,’ the winners are those with cash accounts
The Federal Reserve indicated a slower pace of interest rate cuts in 2025. Savers with high-yield savings and other cash-like accounts should benefit.
South Korean Opposition Party Moves to Impeach Acting President
As the nation’s president awaits an impeachment trial over an ill-fated martial law bid, its prime minister and interim leader may face an ousting of his own.
Parlamento surcoreano, controlado por la oposición, vota para destituir al líder interino Han
SEÚL, Corea del Sur (AP) — La Asamblea Nacional de Corea del Sur, controlada por la oposición, votó el viernes a favor de la destitución del líder interino del país,…