6 tourists in Laos have died after drinking tainted alcohol

A woman who recently tattooed her face is unfazed by negative opinions, stating "I don't care what they think." She remains confident in her decision despite criticism from others. Despite facing backlash, she is unapologetic and stands by her choice to express herself through her tattoos. Full Article

Liverpool's Mohamed Salah scored his 50th European goal for the club, leading them to victory against Lille in the Champions League. Salah's goal involvements are the highest in Europe's top five leagues, with 22 goals and 17 assists in all competitions this season. Despite ongoing contract negotiations, Salah's elite mindset and goal-scoring prowess continue to make him a key player for Liverpool. Full Article

The TikTok ban was implemented due to concerns of Chinese government exploitation for spying or influencing US public opinion. Despite briefly shutting down, TikTok is back in service in the US with Oracle's support. While existing users can access the app, new downloads and updates are unavailable on Apple and Google stores due to the ban, with violators facing penalties. Full Article

U.S. President Donald Trump delivered remarks on AI infrastructure at the White House alongside Oracle co-founder Larry Ellison, SoftBank CEO Masayoshi Son, and OpenAI CEO Sam Altman. The event took place in the Roosevelt Room on January 21, 2025, with Trump emphasizing the importance of advancing AI technology. The presence of key industry leaders highlights the administration's focus on leveraging AI for economic growth and innovation. Full Article

A crash in Ponan-Ouinlo, Ivory Coast involving a freight truck and a passenger bus resulted in the death of 15 people and injuries to 23 others. The National Office for Civil Protection reported that the bus, carrying 70 passengers, had its roof completely caved in. Crashes are frequent in Ivory Coast due to poor road conditions and reckless driving, with over 1,000 fatalities annually. Full Article

Justin Baldoni's attorney released unedited footage from the set of "It Ends With Us" to refute Blake Lively's sexual harassment accusations. The video shows Baldoni directing a scene with Lively, where they engage in conversation and display mutual respect and professionalism. Lively's allegations include claims of harassment, retaliation, emotional distress, and negligence, which Baldoni and film producer Jamey Heath deny. Full Article