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Israel: Palestinian held over deadly car‑ramming, stabbing Israel has launched a milltary operation in the alleged attacker’s West Bank hometown following a deadly series of assaults in northern Israel. Syria: At least 8 killed in first major mosque attack since Assad A deadly blast tore through an Alawite mosque during Friday prayers in the western city of Homs. A little-known militant group has claimed responsibility as Syria's sectarian tensions erupt again. Malaysia: Ex-PM Najib sentenced to 15 years on new charges Former prime minister Najib Razak had already been convicted for graft and money laundering linked to the 1MDB investment fund. The latest verdict, however, is likely to rock Malaysia's ruling coalition to the core. How C-drama streams from China hooked millions worldwide The popularity of Chinese dramas is exploding, creating a multibillion-dollar industry. Global viewers find themselves attracted to these "universal" stories and appreciate their glimpse at Chinese culture. How Africa is asserting itself globally — despite Trump 2025 was a year heavily dominated by US President Donald Trump's disruptive policies. While some of his actions caused harm, African governments also managed to improve their geo-political position. Brazil's Bolsonaro backs son in presidential race Jailed former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro used a hospital stay for surgery to formally endorse his son Flavio's 2026 presidential bid. US 'Powerball' lottery winner scoops $1.8 billion jackpot One very lucky lottery player from the US state of Arkansas hit the ultimate jackpot on Christmas Eve. Christmas will never be the same again! Israel says operative of Iran's Quds Force killed in Lebanon At a moment of regional tension and uncertainty, Israel reported the targeted killing of an Iranian agent in Lebanon. Testing times for India-Bangladesh ties amid deepening rifts Disputes over minority safety and diplomatic security have triggered retaliatory visa freezes between India and Bangladesh, disrupting medical travel and signaling a sharp deterioration in relations. Jews in Morocco: A small community, often overlooked Judaism in Morocco has a long history. Most Jews left the country for Israel after 1948. Today the small Jewish community and the Muslim population live side by side, despite the emotional fallout from the war in Gaza. Bangladesh election frontrunner returns home after 17 years Tarique Rahman, in pole position to become the next prime minister of Bangladesh, is back in the capital, Dhaka. Bangladesh goes to the polls on February 12.