Netflix added 18.9M subscribers, reaching 302M. Squid Game S2 and an NFL game with Beyoncé boosted growth. Revenue rose 16% to $10.2B, with ad-supported plans driving sign-ups. Stock surged 13%, adding $50B in value.
South Korea is improving airport safety after the Jeju Air crash at Muan Airport, which killed 179 people. Officials will remove a concrete embankment, adjust similar structures at other airports, and expand runway safety zones.
Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev and Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs met at the World Economic Forum in Davos to discuss bilateral ties. Rinkēvičs offered condolences for the recent plane crash, while Aliyev stressed the importance of continued cooperation.
At least four people sustained injuries and were hospitalised following overnight seismic activity near Tainan, southern Taiwan.
A 5.7-magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of the Philippines at 10:42 UTC, with its epicentre at a depth of 10 kilometres. No immediate reports of damage or casualties have been received as authorities continue to assess the situation.
Pakistan’s New Gwadar International Airport has officially commenced operations with the landing of its first commercial flight. As a key project under CPEC, the airport is expected to enhance trade, connectivity, and economic growth in the region.
Instagram has announced Edits, a new mobile-focused video editing platform set to launch in February. The app arrives as TikTok and CapCut face regulatory challenges in the U.S., positioning Instagram as a stronger competitor in the video creation market.
Eleven people were injured, one seriously, after a barge collided with a ferry on the Elbe River in Hamburg. The incident occurred at 06:43 with 25 passengers on board. Preliminary reports suggest the barge broke free from its mooring for reasons yet to be determined.
Donald Trump’s inauguration has set a record with $250 million raised, surpassing the $107 million from 2017. Major tech and cryptocurrency firms back the event as Trump and Vice President-elect J.D. Vance prepare to take office today.
A senior Taliban official has encouraged the leadership to reconsider restrictions on girls' education, highlighting differing perspectives within the administration. He emphasized that access to education aligns with Islamic principles and called for schools to reopen.
The German prosecutor investigating Madeleine McCann’s disappearance says no charges will be brought against suspect Christian Brueckner. Set for release in September, he denies involvement. Authorities may seek a new warrant, but his defence vows to oppose it.
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban has dismissed U.S. sanctions on his cabinet chief, Antal Rogan, as an attack on national sovereignty. Calling them "petty revenge," he defended Rogan and vowed to push back against foreign influence, particularly linked to George Soros.
David Lynch, the visionary filmmaker behind Blue Velvet, The Elephant Man, and Twin Peaks, has died at 78. Acclaimed for his surreal and unsettling style, Lynch’s work left an indelible mark on cinema and television, inspiring generations of artists.
Russian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova has criticized the EU's observation mission in Armenia
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy signed a landmark 100-year partnership to strengthen security ties and bilateral relations. The agreement reaffirms the UK’s long-term commitment to supporting Ukraine amid ongoing challenges.
Azerbaijani companies are the largest investors in Georgia’s economy, Foreign Minister Jeyhun Bayramov said, noting $3.6 billion in investments and $1 billion in trade turnover in 2024.
Up to 50 migrants are missing after a boat from West Africa to Spain was rescued by Moroccan authorities. Walking Borders had alerted officials earlier, and efforts continue to address migration challenges.
Russia has welcomed the ceasefire and hostage release deal between Israel and Hamas, with Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov stating that any settlement ensuring security in Gaza is a positive step. The agreement, brokered by Qatar, Egypt, and the US, follows 15 months of conflict.
Blue Origin successfully launched its New Glenn rocket early Thursday, marking a key milestone in the satellite launch industry. The rocket, featuring a reusable first stage, lifted off from Cape Canaveral, positioning Blue Origin as a competitor to SpaceX in commercial space exploration.
Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen called a meeting with business leaders after U.S. President-elect Donald Trump suggested military or economic measures to take control of Greenland. She reaffirmed Greenland’s autonomy and Denmark’s commitment to Arctic security and trade.
Bulgaria’s parliament has approved a new government led by Rosen Zhelyazkov, concluding months of negotiations following the October snap election. Zhelyazkov committed to strengthening the rule of law, enhancing economic stability, and advancing eurozone accession, underscoring the need
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