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British Man Freed From Prison Over Video Misidentification

New York Times Ademola Adedeji was ensnared in a murder conspiracy case with no murder victim. Prosecutors labeled him a gang member and won a conviction and eight-year sentence. https://www.nytimes.com/2025/01/15/world/europe/uk-conspiracy-gang-video-misidentification-trial-overturned.html

North Korean nuclear weapons Kim Jong-un’s ‘insurance policy’ to stay in power, Rubio says

Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. Trump’s secretary of state pick said the incoming administration would consider ‘broader’ policies to deal with ‘dictator’ Kim. https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/east-asia/article/3294943/north-korean-nuclear-weapons-kim-jong-uns-insurance-policy-stay-power-rubio-says?utm_source=rss_feed

Biden and Trump Defy Their History of Animosity to Seal Gaza Cease-Fire

New York Times But the extraordinary collaboration between outgoing and incoming presidents did not stop both sides from claiming credit. https://www.nytimes.com/2025/01/15/us/politics/biden-and-trump-defy-their-history-of-animosity-to-seal-gaza-cease-fire.html

Philippines’ Marcos Jnr faces inner circle discord over Duterte-Carpio impeachment calls

Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. Marcos Jnr’s calls to dismiss impeachment proceedings against VP Duterte-Carpio have divided his inner circle and intensified political tensions and public rallies. https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/politics/article/3294926/philippines-marcos-jnr-faces-inner-circle-discord-over-duterte-carpio-impeachment-calls?utm_source=rss_feed

Canada Readies Billions of Dollars in Retaliatory Moves to Trump Tariff Threat

New York Times The government is preparing for the possibility that the incoming U.S. administration will impose high tariffs on Canadian goods, setting the close allies up for a showdown. https://www.nytimes.com/2025/01/15/world/canada/canada-trump-tariffs.html

Albania Gives Jared Kushner Hotel Project a Nod as Trump Returns

New York Times The project is one of several that family members of President-elect Donald J. Trump have with foreign countries that have pending policy matters with the United States. https://www.nytimes.com/2025/01/15/us/politics/albania-kushner-trump.html

Why Trump Wanted a Gaza Cease-Fire Deal Before He Took Office

New York Times The agreement removed one of the most vexing international conflicts that hovered over the start of his second term. https://www.nytimes.com/2025/01/15/us/politics/trump-mideast-cease-fire.html

Manila and Beijing can still choose cooperation over conflict

Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. While violent clashes and bilateral disputes between Manila and Beijing have reached new heights, so can economic engagement. https://www.scmp.com/opinion/asia-opinion/article/3294552/manila-and-beijing-can-still-choose-cooperation-over-conflict?utm_source=rss_feed

‘Capitulation’: Israeli officials and media concede Gaza defeat as truce unfolds

Disclaimer: PressTV is affiliated with the state broadcasting agency of the Islamic Republic of Iran, and is not a reliable news source. Reactions from Israeli regime officials and media to ceasefire deal in Gaza are a mix of outrage and disillusionment. https://presstv.ir/Detail/2025/01/15/740985/Israel-officials-reaction-Gaza-ceasefire

Thursday Briefing: A Gaza Cease-Fire Deal

New York Times Plus, ancient Celtic gender roles. https://www.nytimes.com/2025/01/15/briefing/israel-hamas-cease-fire-senate-hearings-yoon-detainment-korea.html