China signals readiness to mend ties with U.S. ahead of Trump inauguration

A suspect in a road rage incident involving Ohio Rep. Max Miller has turned himself in after Miller reported being threatened and run off the road by a man waving a Palestinian flag. The suspect, Feras Hamdan, faces charges including aggravated menacing, with the incident highlighting rising political violence amid recent threats against lawmakers. Need More Context? 🔎

A serious crash involving four cars on Auckland's Southern Motorway near the Highbrook offramp has caused significant traffic delays for northbound motorists. The collision occurred around 2:25 PM, resulting in two injuries—one moderate and one serious—as police urge drivers to be patient amid long queues at the scene. Need More Context? 🔎

More than 200 gunmen attacked a Niger army base in Banibangou, resulting in at least 34 soldiers killed and 14 injured, according to the defense ministry. The junta, which has expelled Western forces and sought alliances with Russia and Turkey for security, is under scrutiny for its inability to combat ongoing jihadist violence in the region. Need More Context? 🔎

German giants Bayern Munich beat Argentina’s Boca Juniors 2-1 to seal progress at FIFA Club World Cup.Bayern Munich secured a 2-1 victory over Boca Juniors in Miami, thanks to Michael Olise's 84th-minute goal, ensuring their advancement in the Club World Cup. After Harry Kane’s first-half opener and Boca's equalizer from Miguel Merentiel, Olise sealed the win, leaving Boca needing a significant victory in their next match to advance. Need More Context? 🔎

Former West Coast coach Adam Simpson hailed Jeremy McGovern as a “modern day great” following his medical retirement due to concussion issues after 197 games. A pivotal player in the Eagles' success, McGovern was a five-time All-Australian and instrumental in their 2018 premiership, with Simpson noting his significant contributions both on and off the field. Need More Context? 🔎

As the Israel-Iran war reached its second week, Tehran intensified its diplomatic efforts to prevent U.S. involvement and secure a ceasefire, as the ongoing conflict severely diminished its defensive capabilities. The situation underscores the escalating tensions and the urgent need for resolution amid mounting pressures on Iran. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Iran is trying really hard to talk to the U.S. so they won't join the fight with Israel, and they just...