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Pakistans Foreign Ministry summoned Britains deputy high commissioner following a viral video from a Bradford rally, where a woman threatened Pakistans army chief with a car bombing. The rally supported jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan, who was sentenced to seventeen years for corruption. Pakistans deputy interior minister condemned the remarks, urging the UK to investigate. Tensions between Khans supporters and the military have escalated, with Khan accusing the military of a US-backed coup and the military calling Khan mentally ill. This incident highlights the deep divide between Khans supporters and the establishment.

Lebanons Cabinet Approves Plan to Return Depositors Money: A Step Towards Economic Recovery Lebanons Cabinet has taken a significant step towards resolving the countrys banking crisis by approving a draft law to address losses from the 2019 financial meltdown and establish a mechanism to repay depositors whose savings vanished when banks froze accounts. The plan, which passed with a narrow vote of thirteen in favor and nine against, aims to return money to everyday people who have been disproportionately affected by the crisis. Under the new law, smaller depositors, who make up eighty-five percent of account holders, will receive their full amounts back over four years. Larger accounts will receive up to one hundred thousand dollars in cash first, with the remaining balance converted into tradable bonds backed by the central banks fifty billion dollars in assets. The approval of the law comes amidst protests outside the government building, with citizens demanding action and expressing skepticism about the plans effectiveness. The banking crisis has been marked by a long-standing blame game, with banks accusing the government of corruption and critics alleging that banks operated a Ponzi scheme by paying old deposits with new money instead of maintaining reserves. The new law aligns with demands from the International Monetary Fund, which has been waiting for over five years for Lebanon to implement economic reforms. The Lebanese pound has lost more than ninety percent of its value against the dollar, pushing over half the population into poverty and forcing a cash-only lifestyle with zero trust in banks. With new leaders like President Joseph Aoun and Prime Minister Salam promising real change and committing to tackle the crisis head-on, the approval of the law could potentially restart Lebanons stalled recovery and restore some investor confidence.

Discover the vibrant celebration of Kwanzaa, a seven-day holiday honoring African culture and community, created in 1966 by Maulana Karenga. Celebrated from December 26th to New Years Day, Kwanzaa promotes unity, self-determination, and hope. With seven principles, or Nguzo Saba, families light candles, share stories, and feast on traditional dishes. Today, Kwanzaa is celebrated by three percent of Americans, with presidential recognition and special stamps. From home gatherings to city events, Kwanzaa fosters stronger bonds and a brighter future.

In a surprising turn, Ewa Sokola, a cardiologist from Poland, is suing her sister Kaja for defamation. Kaja, who testified against Harvey Weinstein, allegedly made false claims about Ewa, damaging her reputation and business. The lawsuit comes as Weinsteins own case remains unresolved, with a judge set to rule on January eighth about the jurys verdict.

In a shocking turn of events, Pastor Raymond Koh was abducted in 2017, with his wife, Susanna Liew, recently winning a court case against Malaysias Special Branch police unit. The family believes the unit carried out the countrys first enforced disappearance, with the government held responsible. Susanna, once a quiet housewife, transformed into a fierce campaigner, selling handmade jewelry to support her family and fund the fight. A breakthrough came in 2018 when a police sergeant confessed to an activists wife that Special Branch took both men over religious fears. Now, Susanna trains as a counselor, has forgiven her husbands captors, but pushes for a full inquiry, arrests, and closure, hoping for truth and justice, finally learning where Raymond Koh is.

Myanmars first election in nearly five years is underway, but its marred by fear and uncertainty. The military-backed USDP is the frontrunner, but the vote is widely seen as a sham due to the dissolution of the popular NLD and the imprisonment of Aung San Suu Kyi. The junta is cracking down hard, with new laws jailing anyone urging boycotts or protests. Despite the risks, many will still vote out of necessity, as the country remains gripped by fear and exhaustion from the ongoing civil war.

Alaa Abd El-Fattah, a British-Egyptian pro-democracy activist, returns to the UK after six years in Egyptian prison. Known for his activism, he was released on presidential pardon but kept under travel ban. Reunited with his mother and soon to see his son, his homecoming is a bittersweet victory for human rights advocates.

Jazz musician Chuck Redd cancels Kennedy Center performance over Trumps name on building, sparking controversy and legal debate over renaming.