Top News Headlines in world on January 18 2025 Latest Updates by vizzve

Top 30 News Stories from the World – January 18, 2025

Politics and Global Economy

1. 1.Global Economic Growth Forecast Lowered: IMF revises global GDP growth forecast to 2.9% for 2025 amid recession fears in major economies. (Source: IMF)
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3. 2.US House Approves AI Regulation Bill: Historic legislation seeks to ensure ethical AI deployment. (Source: Washington Post)
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5. 3.China’s Economy Slows Down: GDP growth slows to 4.3% in Q4 2024 due to declining exports. (Source: Bloomberg)
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7. 4.UN Warns of Rising Global Hunger: Over 828 million people face food insecurity, exacerbated by conflicts and climate change. (Source: UN)
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9. 5.UK Strikes Deal with EU on Northern Ireland Trade: Aims to stabilize post-Brexit trade relations. (Source: BBC)

Social and Humanitarian

6. 6.Massive Earthquake in Turkey and Syria: A 7.8 magnitude earthquake devastates cities, causing over 2,000 fatalities. (Source: Reuters)
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8. 7.Protests Erupt in France Over Pension Reforms: Thousands take to the streets opposing the increase in retirement age. (Source: AFP)
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10. 8.Sudan Conflict Intensifies: Fighting between rival factions displaces over 3 million people. (Source: Al Jazeera)
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12. 9.WHO Declares End of Cholera Epidemic in Haiti: Marks a significant public health achievement. (Source: WHO)
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14. 10.World Population Hits 8.2 Billion: New UN report highlights demographic shifts and aging populations. (Source: UN)
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Technology and Innovation

11. 11.SpaceX Successfully Tests Starship: Marks a step closer to Mars missions. (Source: SpaceX)
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13. 12.ChatGPT Surpasses 2 Billion Users Worldwide: AI adoption reaches new heights. (Source: OpenAI)
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15. 13.Breakthrough in Quantum Computing: Scientists achieve the first 1,000-qubit quantum processor. (Source: Nature)
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17. 14.Apple Launches Foldable iPhone: Sets new benchmarks in smartphone innovation. (Source: TechCrunch)
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19. 15.Global Cybersecurity Summit Concludes in Berlin: Experts stress on collaboration against cyber threats. (Source: Reuters)

Climate and Environment

16. 16.Global Carbon Emissions Reach Record High: Despite renewable energy efforts, emissions surge in 2024. (Source: IPCC)
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18. 17.Australia Faces Worst Bushfire Season in a Decade: Thousands evacuated as fires rage across New South Wales. (Source: The Guardian)
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20. 18.Antarctic Ice Loss Accelerates: Study warns of potential 2-meter sea-level rise by 2100. (Source: Nature)
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22. 19.Amazon Rainforest Sees 20-Year Deforestation Low: Brazil’s new policies yield positive results. (Source: BBC)
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24. 20.New Climate Treaty Signed in Paris: 150 nations commit to limiting global warming to 1.5°C. (Source: UNFCCC)

Business and Markets

21. 21.Global Oil Prices Surge: Prices climb to $95 per barrel amid geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. (Source: Financial Times)
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23. 22.Microsoft Acquires Major AI Startup for $30 Billion: Strengthens its position in generative AI. (Source: CNBC)
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25. 23.Tesla Posts Record Deliveries in Q4 2024: Reports 20% growth in electric vehicle sales. (Source: Bloomberg)
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27. 24.Cryptocurrency Market Shows Signs of Recovery: Bitcoin rebounds to $45,000 after 2024 slump. (Source: CoinDesk)
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29. 25.EU Implements Digital Services Act: Tech giants face stricter content and privacy regulations. (Source: Politico)

Entertainment and Culture

26. 26.Avatar 3 Becomes Highest-Grossing Film of All Time: James Cameron’s epic breaks records globally. (Source: Box Office Mojo)
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28. 27.Beyoncé Announces World Tour: The highly anticipated Renaissance Tour to begin in March 2025. (Source: Variety)
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30. 28.Berlin Hosts the World Cultural Festival: Celebrating global arts and traditions. (Source: DW)
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32. 29.2025 Oscar Nominations Announced: Diverse representation across categories applauded. (Source: Hollywood Reporter)
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34. 30.Harry Potter TV Series Begins Filming: Fans excited about a reboot of the beloved franchise. (Source: Entertainment Weekly)