Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has announced his resignation as leader of the Liberal Party and as Prime Minister, following increasing internal dissent and declining public support. He will remain in office until a new leader is selected, with the Liberal Party planning to choose his successor before Parliament resumes
A surge in respiratory illnesses, including HMPV, influenza, and COVID-19, overwhelms Chinese hospitals. India reports no similar increase and advises standard precautions. China downplays the severity, while the WHO maintains close monitoring.
A 7.1 magnitude earthquake devastated Tibet's Shigatse region, causing over 126 deaths, hundreds of injuries, and widespread destruction. Rescue efforts are underway, hampered by terrain and aftershocks, with significant cultural heritage sites potentially damaged.
A 7.1 magnitude earthquake devastated Tibet's Shigatse region, causing over 126 deaths, hundreds of injuries, and widespread destruction. Rescue efforts are underway, hampered by terrain and aftershocks, with significant cultural heritage sites potentially damaged.
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has announced his resignation as leader of the Liberal Party and as Prime Minister, following increasing internal dissent and declining public support. He will remain in office until a new leader is selected, with the Liberal Party planning to choose his successor before Parliament resumes
A surge in respiratory illnesses, including HMPV, influenza, and COVID-19, overwhelms Chinese hospitals. India reports no similar increase and advises standard precautions. China downplays the severity, while the WHO maintains close monitoring.
China unveiled the CR450, a high-speed train prototype, exceeding current speeds and boasting enhanced comfort and safety. This expands China's already extensive high-speed rail network, solidifying its global leadership in rail technology.
Jimmy Carter, 39th U.S. President, died at 100. His presidency included the Camp David Accords and Iran hostage crisis. Post-presidency, he focused on humanitarian work, earning a Nobel Peace Prize. A national day of mourning was declared.
Koneru Humpy won the 2024 Women's World Rapid Chess Championship, defeating Irene Kharisma Sukandar in the final round. This is her second world rapid title, adding to her 2019 victory and continuing India's strong performance in international chess.
Magnus Carlsen withdrew from the World Rapid and Blitz Chess Championships in New York after FIDE fined him $200 for wearing jeans, a violation of the tournament's dress code. Offered the chance to change, Carlsen declined due to time constraints, leading to his exclusion from the event.
NASA's Parker Solar Probe has achieved a significant milestone by making its closest approach to the Sun, coming within 3.8 million miles of its surface on December 24, 2024. This marks the closest any human-made object has ever ventured toward the Sun.
During this close pass, the
