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Iran begins cloud seeding to induce rain amid historic drought
Iran’s largest lake has largely dried out and people are resorting to praying for rain in some areas Source link
YouTuber Jack Doherty arrested in Miami on drug possession charges
The influencer, who has over 15 million subscribers on YouTube, is known for filming provocative videos involving pranks and stunts. Source link
'We're just going to go through this again': Americans fear second government shutdown
With the funding deal due to expire at the end of January, Americans are saving up to cope with no income again. Source link
Nine injured after car rams into crowd at Australia demolition derby
The car was taking part in the race in New South Wales when it drove through a fence and hit the grandstand, police said. Source link
Why India caps pollution reading at 500 when the air is far more toxic
India’s air quality framework hasn’t been comprehensively revised since 2009 and needs an update, say experts. Source link
Thousands protest against government in Mexico over violent crime
The protest comes weeks after the murder of Carlos Manzo, the mayor of Uruapan. Source link
The US will help South Korea build nuclear 'attack' submarines – here's what that means
The agreement comes amid a period of growing geopolitical tensions on the Korean Peninsula. Source link
Zelensky vows energy sector overhaul after $100m corruption scandal
State-owned energy firms will be fully audited and new management brought in, the Ukrainian PM says. Source link
DR Congo and M23 rebels sign framework for peace in Qatar
Building on previous deals it covers humanitarian access, the return of displaced people and more. Source link
Pope Leo welcomes Hollywood stars to the Vatican
Pope Leo spoke to stars including Cate Blanchett, Spike Lee and Viggo Mortensen at the event for global cinema. Source link