The future of US-China relations appears grim, with four plausible scenarios outlined in a recent report by experts including all-out war, separate ruling blocs, a refusal to cooperate, or regular communication coupled with economic decoupling.
Uma Bharti and Sadhvi Rithambara, veteran BJP leaders, shared an emotional moment as they arrived at Ayodhya Ram Mandir for the Pran Pratishtha ceremony, commemorating the decades-long dedication they and the Bharatiya Janata Party have shown in the Ram Mandir movement.
Several politicians and celebrities have expressed disappointment and protested against the BJP government for using the Ayodhya Ram temple consecration as a political tool, challenging India's secularism, and have shared the Preamble of the Constitution on social media to remind the government of the importance of secularism.
Senator Ronald "Bato" dela Rosa calls on President Bongbong Marcos to reveal whether his administration has allowed International Criminal Court (ICC) investigators into the Philippines.
The head of the Ukrainian Parliament's Foreign Affairs Committee called for a firm response to statements by a foreign leader that challenge Ukraine's sovereignty, without specifying the leader, likely referring to recent anti-Ukrainian comments made by Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico just before his planned visit to Uzhhorod on Jan. 24.
BJP leader Uma Bharti and Sadhvi Rithambara share an emotional moment as they witness the historic Pran Pratishtha ceremony of the Ram Mandir temple in Ayodhya, marking the return of Lord Ram to his birthplace.
Former Special Adviser on Media and Publicity to ex-President Muhammadu Buhari, Femi Adesina, dismissed rumors of a clone named Jubril of Sudan, describing them as preposterous and pathetic, emphasizing that if Buhari had run for office again, he would have won based on the warm reception he received on his return from a foreign medical trip.
The Andhra Pradesh government has ordered the immediate dismissal of protesting Anganwadi workers who have been demanding an enhanced salary agreement, despite multiple rounds of talks with cabinet minister Botsa Satyanarayana.
Safina Party leader Jimi Wanjigi reveals that he separated from Raila Odinga because he disagreed with Raila's decision to partner with President Uhuru Kenyatta, as he believed it wouldn't improve Kenya's future considering the country's economic crisis under Uhuru's leadership.
Former Minister KTR pleasantly surprises followers by sharing a digitally edited picture that humorously reflects his affable spirit despite losing the 2023 elections, demonstrating his ability to take setbacks in stride and maintain a positive outlook.
Opposition leaders, including Rahul Gandhi and Mamata Banerjee, have chosen to stay away from the consecration ceremony at the Ram Temple in Ayodhya while organizing their own events in Assam and Kolkata respectively.
The Senate is set to summon the Minister of FCT, Nyesom Wike, and heads of security agencies over the increasing insecurity and rise in cases of abduction in Abuja.
Nigel Farage privately approached a senior Tory treasury minister, Andrew Griffith, for advice and assistance with his complaint against NatWest, regarding the closure of his accounts due to his politics, before going public with the issue.
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi and other party leaders were not allowed to visit the Sri Sri Sankar Dev Satra temple in Assam, sparking high drama and criticism from Gandhi who questioned whether the prime minister now decides who can visit temples and when.
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi alleges that authorities in Assam are preventing him from visiting the Batadrava Satra Temple, the birthplace of Srimanta Sankardeva, questioning the restrictions and stating that he simply wants to pray at the temple.
Senior Congress leader Rahul Gandhi was prevented from visiting Assam's Batadrava Than, the birthplace of saint Srimanta Sankardeva, after being invited, with no reasons provided by the authorities.
The Arewa Consultative Forum condemns the relocation of key departments of the Central Bank of Nigeria and the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria to Lagos, stating that it is a deliberate attempt to underdevelop the northern region.
The rise of far-right and anti-establishment forces in Europe is, in part, driven by a wave of corruption scandals that have exposed systemic corruption in the political establishment and provided ammunition for far-right parties who paint the system as hopelessly crooked and harmful to ordinary people.
The future of the One Kenya coalition and its membership is at stake as internal disagreements over the national dialogue report and the 2027 presidential flag bearer continue to divide the coalition's top leaders.
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi stopped his vehicle to greet BJP and Modi supporters in Assam during his Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra, as seen in a video posted by the party.
Labour leader Keir Starmer will defend organizations such as the Royal National Lifeboat Institution and the National Trust, accusing the Conservatives of attacking them in a "desperate" attempt to fuel a culture war for political gain.
Rahul Gandhi, the commander in chief of the National Congress, responded unexpectedly to a group of BJP supporters by giving them flying kisses and attempting to shake their hands during his tour in Assam.
Kapu leaders are joining Pawan Kalyan's Jana Sena party, with the inclusion of Mudragada Padmanabham seen as a strategic move within the political landscape where caste plays a significant role.
Former PTI chairman Barrister Gohar Ali Khan warns those in power not to push the party to the point of no return, expressing a willingness to engage in dialogue and work together with rivals.
Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari of the PPP has appealed to supporters of Nawaz Sharif and Imran Khan to vote for his party in order to end the "politics of vendetta" and create unity in the country.
The Democratic Socialists of America are facing financial difficulties and considering job cuts and layoffs due to their significant deficit.
Former Philippine Senator Antonio Trillanes IV claims that investigators from the International Criminal Court (ICC) have gathered enough evidence against former President Rodrigo Duterte, and a warrant of arrest may be issued soon.
The Senate will summon the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, to address the issue of increasing insecurity in the city and present a plan for protecting the residents, according to Senator Ireti Kingibe.
The TPCC & IOC Congress victory celebrations in Charlotte, NC were a resounding success, with attendees expressing optimism for the Congress' future under Sonia and Rahul Gandhi's leadership.
Former First Lady Aisha Buhari told former presidential aide Femi Adesina that her husband, former President Muhammadu Buhari, was not terminally sick, but rather just stressed and overworked and in need of rest.
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has been warned to abandon his plot to forcibly take control of Akwa Ibom state, as his plan is unrealistic and unlikely to succeed.
Egypt's President Abdel Fattah el-Sissi publicly expresses support for Somalia in its dispute with Ethiopia, objecting to Ethiopia's agreement with Somaliland to establish a marine force base and access to the sea, urging Ethiopia to seek benefits through peaceful means rather than controlling another country's territory.
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf-Parliamentarians (PTIP) founder Pervez Khattak, a former chief minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, aims to become the next chief minister after the general elections on February 8 and is taking credit for development projects implemented during the PTI rule.
The Congress party has announced demonstrations across state and district headquarters to protest against "planned attacks" on the Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra in Assam, accusing the BJP of fascism and hooliganism, while demanding justice for the assaulted leaders.
Former Mombasa Governor and ODM deputy party leader Hassan Joho has criticized the alleged plan to discipline Suna East MP Junet Mohamed, calling it unnecessary and uncalled for.
Russian officials have warned of severe punishment for protesters after anti-Kremlin demonstrations broke out in Bashkortostan, with clashes between riot police and thousands of protesters leading to numerous arrests and injuries.
### Summary An Israeli airstrike in Lebanon kills a Hezbollah official, signifying a shift in Israeli strategy towards targeted killings after months of clashes, while Canadian diplomats in the US face increased risk of gun crime and difficulty accessing healthcare, according to the union representing them, Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders suggests she is not interested in being Trump's vice president, former President Trump hints at his pick for vice president, Ukraine seeks more than assurances in talks with Canada, and North Korean authorities publicly sentence two teenagers to hard labor for watching K-pop.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu rejects Hamas' conditions to end the war and release hostages, including a complete withdrawal from Gaza and leaving Hamas in power, stating that he will not compromise on full Israeli security control over all the territory west of the Jordan River.
Daily Kos stands in solidarity with the Black community and offers ways to get involved in the upcoming elections.
Former President Muhammadu Buhari stated in a book written by his former spokesperson, Femi Adesina, that he preferred extraditing Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of Indigenous People of Biafra, to Nigeria to face trial rather than killing him.
The management of Batadrava Than in Assam has asked Congress leader Rahul Gandhi to reschedule his visit to the Shrine on 22 January, as they are expecting a large number of devotees for the Ram Mandir Pran Pratishtha ceremony in Ayodhya. However, Congress is adamant about visiting the temple as per their original schedule.
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma claims that Rahul Gandhi, former colleague and Congress leader, used to be afraid of him but now fears his own son, and criticizes the Congress' call for a probe into his family's businesses as "childishness."
Former president Jacob Zuma's decision to leave the ANC was deemed as "stupidity" by provincial secretary Bheki Mtolo, who stated that Zuma had not considered how KwaZulu-Natal supporters would perceive his actions.
Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene admitted that the Republican party's desperation is why House Speaker Mike Johnson still retains his position, as tensions within the GOP continue to rise.
Former President Trump's confusion of Nikki Haley's name with Nancy Pelosi's has prompted Haley to suggest that Trump's "mental stability is going to continue to decline."
The Kolkata Police has deployed 4,000 policemen and implemented traffic diversions to ensure the smooth flow of traffic during over 35 rallies in the city, including TMC supremo Mamata Banerjee's 'Sampriti Rally'.
Former President Muhammadu Buhari mentioned the name of Jesus when Vice President Yemi Osinbajo survived a helicopter crash, debunking the perception that Buhari is a bigot, as revealed by former presidential aide Femi Adesina.
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UK Defence Secretary Grant Shapps expresses disappointment at Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's rejection of a Palestinian state, emphasizing the UK's support for the two-state solution as the best way to resolve the conflict between Israelis and Palestinians.
President William Ruto has responded to the request for the creation of Teso County, stating that it is a difficult task but he will try his best, while emphasizing the need for the residents to support him in return during the voting period.