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Two officials say Hamas has accepted a draft agreement that would halt its war with Israel after more than 15 months of fighting. AP Images

Hamas accepts draft deal for fragile Gaza ceasefire: Officials

The arrest follows a period of instability after Yoon briefly declared martial law, prompting the country's parliament to impeach him. Getty Images

South Korean police arrest President Yoon after weekslong showdown

Biden will drop Cuba from the U.S. list of state sponsors of terrorism and asked Congress to back deals with three Asia-Pacific allies. Getty Images

Biden makes late foreign policy moves on Cuba and Asia-Pacific nations

Olympians report damaged medals months after games Getty Images

Olympians say medals from Paris 2024 games deteriorating

Poor wind energy conditions and increased heating demand due to cold weather are driving up power prices in Europe. Getty Images

European power prices jump amid decrease in wind energy generation

Both Ukraine and Iran are offering the U.S. help to combat the deadly wildfires in Los Angeles that have burned tens of thousands of acres. Getty Images

Iran and Ukraine offering US help to put out wildfires in Los Angeles

The second most valuable company in the world, Nvidia, is taking aim at President Joe Biden, while praising President-elect Donald Trump. Getty Images

Nvidia criticizes Biden over his new AI chip rules, praises Trump

Venezuelan President sparks alarm with calls to "liberate" Puerto Rico, prompting Governor Jenniffer González-Colón to urge swift US action. Getty Images

Puerto Rico governor calls on Trump over Venezuela’s threat to security

A bill to allow President-elect Donald Trump to talk with Denmark about the acquisition of Greenland has been introduced in the U.S. House. Getty Images

US House bill OKs Trump talks with Denmark over Greenland purchase

Spain's prime minister has proposed a 100% tax on non-EU home buyers. AP Images

Spain proposes 100% tax on non-EU homebuyers to tackle housing crisis

Ukraine has carried out one of its largest drone and missile attacks against Russia, targeting industrial and strategic locations across multiple regions. The strikes, which took place overnight Monday, Jan. 13, reportedly caused significant damage to facilities and prompted school closures and flight restrictions in parts of southern Russia. Reuters

Ukraine’s largest drone strike hits Russia, targets key industrial sites

Chinese officials are working on options for TikTok to continue operating in the U.S., including Elon Musk taking control of the app. Getty Images

China floats Elon Musk as possible future owner of US TikTok: Report

More than 500 miners reportedly remain trapped amid rescue efforts and following the deaths of at least 100 workers in South Africa. AP Images

Rescue efforts continue for more than 500 miners trapped in South Africa

Strong winds are threatening firefighters' progress in the Los Angeles area. AP Images

Strong winds return to Los Angeles, threatening firefighters’ progress

Outgoing FBI Director Christopher Wray called China’s cyber capabilities “the defining threat of our generation” during a recent interview. Getty Images

‘In position to wreak havoc’: FBI director warns of China threat before retirement

U.S. relations with Greenland under the second term of President Donald Trump is already taking a new shape. Getty Images

Denmark, Greenland call for meeting with Trump to strengthen US ties

Mexico has a new initiative offering cash to people who turn in their guns in an effort to bring down violent crime in the country. Reuters

Mexico’s president launches cash for guns initiative to fight crime

China's Solar Great Wall aims to generate 100 gigawatts of solar power by 2030 while supporting ecological restoration. Reuters

China’s Solar Great Wall aims to power millions of homes, combat desertification

The Maha Kumbh Mela, the festival of the sacred pitcher, which began Monday, Jan. 13, is touted as the world’s largest religious gathering. Getty Images

India’s Mahu Kumbh Mela festival expects 400 million people

Climate activists vandalized the grave of British naturalist Charles Darwin. Just Stop Oil is demanding the government act on climate change. Jamie Lowe

Just Stop Oil targets Charles Darwin’s grave over climate change inaction

China’s military developments are under scrutiny as satellite imagery and intelligence reports reveal the construction of new amphibious landing barges and advancements in its aircraft carrier program. These developments raise concerns about Beijing’s military capabilities and intentions in the Taiwan Strait. Reuters

China building barges that can transport troops, equipment to Taiwan

The Biden administration has proposed new rules for exporting AI chips. Getty Images

Biden administration proposes new rules limiting AI chip exports

Russian hackers have gotten the location data of millions of people across the world. Getty Images

Millions of Americans’ location data compromised in apparent hack

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced the capture of two North Korean soldiers in Russia’s Kursk region, marking the first time Ukraine has detained North Korean troops since their deployment to the conflict. Zelenskyy shared a video showing interrogators questioning the wounded prisoners. Ukrainian Presidential Press

Ukraine captures North Korean soldiers fighting for Russia