The NBA and Abu Dhabi have renewed their partnership, bringing more pre-season games, a new academy, and expanded youth programs to the emirate. The agreement aims to boost basketball participation and establish Abu Dhabi as a regional basketball hub.

Turkey celebrates as the Syrian government defeats Kurdish-led forces in northern Syria, reshaping regional alliances. The United States shifted its support to the new Syrian administration, while Turkey played a key role in the transition. Analysts warn that stability in the region remains uncertain.

Minnesota is preparing for a major protest against immigration enforcement, with labor groups, businesses, and faith leaders calling for a statewide walkout on Friday. The action follows weeks of demonstrations after a fatal shooting by an immigration officer. Many businesses and schools will close in solidarity or due to extreme cold.

TikTok finalizes a deal to form a new US entity, avoiding a ban and allowing continued use for American users. The agreement includes major investors and new security measures. The Chinese government has not yet commented.

Jared Kushner's plan to rebuild Gaza envisions modern cities and infrastructure but faces major obstacles, including security concerns and political divisions. United Nations estimates suggest reconstruction will take years, and critics question the feasibility of the proposal.

Rescuers have found the bodies of all ten people aboard a surveillance plane that crashed in South Sulawesi. The investigation into the cause of the accident is ongoing. This is Indonesia's first deadly crash involving this aircraft model in more than a decade.

Activists say over 5,000 people have died in Iran's protest crackdown, with thousands more detained and an ongoing internet blackout. The United States has moved military forces closer to the region as tensions rise. Independent verification of casualties remains difficult due to restricted access.

European Union leaders say they are willing to work with United States President Donald Trump's Board of Peace if its efforts are limited to Gaza. Several countries have joined the Board, while Russia is considering participation and Canada has had its invitation withdrawn. The Board aims to oversee Gaza's reconstruction and governance after the recent ceasefire.

The United States is transferring thousands of Islamic State detainees from Syrian prisons to Iraq amid regional changes and security concerns. The move follows the collapse of Kurdish-led forces and a prison breakout in northeast Syria. Iraqi authorities will temporarily hold non-Iraqi detainees as the United States urges other countries to repatriate their citizens.

Donald Trump has revoked Canada's invitation to his Board of Peace after a public dispute with Prime Minister Mark Carney. The move comes amid European boycotts and skepticism about the board's aims and membership. Carney defended Canada's independence and called for multilateral cooperation.

Amy Klobuchar has filed to run for governor of Minnesota after Tim Walz announced he will not seek another term. Klobuchar enters the race amid heightened tensions over federal immigration enforcement and state welfare fraud allegations.

OneTable is restructuring its Shabbat dinner program amid layoffs and reduced funding, moving away from subsidizing home-hosted dinners and introducing new policies. The nonprofit is refocusing on young Jews and formalizing its stance on Israel while piloting alternative incentives for hosts.