The Year of the Snake is underway with Lunar New Year festivities around the world

Sir Keir Starmer and Volodymyr Zelensky are pressuring Donald Trump to include European leaders in talks to end Vladimir Putin’s invasion of Ukraine. A rift has formed between Europe and the White House, with the prime minister and President Zelensky planning for an active week ahead. French president Emmanuel Macron and Sir Keir will meet with Mr Trump in Washington to discuss peace plans, amidst tensions over the handling of the conflict. Full Article

Celtics coach Joe Mazzulla welcomed Patriots coach Mike Vrabel to a practice session, highlighting the importance of support and camaraderie among Boston sports figures. The two coaches have previously crossed paths during training camp visits, with Mazzulla implementing lessons from the Patriots' defensive meetings into the Celtics' strategies. While Vrabel did not address the team, the interaction signifies a budding bond between the coaches as they aim to bring championships to the city. Full Article

In Guwahati, security forces arrested 26 militants and members of Meitei radical groups, leading to protests by women claiming those arrested were village volunteers protecting their territories, demanding the revocation of President's Rule in Manipur. Joint operations in Manipur's six districts by the Army, Assam Rifles, and Manipur Police resulted in the apprehension of 16 militants from different outfits and the recovery of 23 weapons and ammunition. Women's groups protested in various districts, forcing the...

In the quest to preserve the French language and culture in North America, the question arises about the extent to which non-francophones' rights and services should be compromised. This debate centers on finding a balance between cultural preservation and inclusivity within the shared space. As efforts continue to uphold French heritage, the challenge remains in navigating the delicate balance between cultural preservation and the rights of all inhabitants in the region. Full Article

Pope Francis remains in critical condition at Gemelli Hospital in Rome after suffering a respiratory crisis. The 88-year-old pontiff is receiving treatment for pneumonia in both lungs and required blood transfusions due to a low platelet count. Despite being alert and in an armchair, his prognosis is guarded and he is in need of a high flow of oxygen. Full Article

A knife attack in Mulhouse, eastern France, resulted in one dead and two injured, with a 37-year-old Algerian man arrested by the national anti-terrorism prosecutor’s office. French President Emmanuel Macron labeled the attacker as an Islamic extremist, emphasizing the government's commitment to responding to the incident. Interior Minister Bruno Retailleau was en route to the scene as France remains on high alert for extremist threats. Full Article