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China logs record trade surplus in 2025 amid Trump tariffs
China's trade has reached a "new historical high" in 2025 and Beijing plans to 'open more' in 2026 as Trump's tariffs force producers to push their products in alternative markets.
Deutsche Welle - Wednesday, January 14, 2026
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Thailand: Several killed as crane falls on passenger train
The high-speed train was travelling from Bangkok to northeast Thailand. At least 22 people have died in the accident.
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2025 was the third warmest year on record
Droughts, hurricanes and wildfires are becoming the new normal. Global temperatures have shattered records for more than a decade.
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Minnesota: Prosecutors reportedly resign over federal probe
Several state prosecutors have reportedly resigned over the lack of a civil rights investigation into the fatal shooting of a woman in Minneapolis by an ICE agent. The US Justice Department denies the two are linked.
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US lauds freeing of American prisoners in Venezuela
The US State Department hailed Venezuela's interim government for releasing American prisoners, calling it a "step in the right direction."
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Can EU exert more pressure on Iran with sanctions?
The European Union is contemplating more sanctions against Iran amid a deadly crackdown on anti-government protests that has killed thousands. But could the bloc apply more pressure on the Islamic Republic's regime?
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Should EU leaders sit on Trump's 'Board of Peace' for Gaza?
The next phase of the US-sponsored Gaza peace plan involves setting up a "Board of Peace." Trump wants to chair it and, even though it's been heavily criticized, Europeans also want a seat.
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Contempt threat after Clintons refuse Epstein testimony
Bill and Hillary Clinton have refused to comply with a Congressional subpoena to testify in a Jeffrey Epstein probe and could face contempt charges.
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Uganda: Crackdown, internet blackout ahead of vote
Uganda's authorities have shut down rights groups, arrested opponents and their supporters, now they've turned off the internet. After 40 years in office, President Yoweri Museveni has no intention of stepping down now.
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Germany: Gelsenkirchen bank thieves used 'manipulated' door
Police say a manipulated emergency exit, that shouldn't open from the outside, gave thieves access in last month's major bank heist in Gelsenkirchen. They warned customers that investigations would likely take months.