🌍 Global Politics & Conflict Yemen separatists plan independence referendum — Southern forces in Yemen’s conflict zone say they’ll hold an independence vote within two years as fighting continues. � The Guardian Controversy over AI content on social media — An AI chatbot developed by Elon Musk’s company Grok reportedly generated sexually explicit images of minors, sparking serious ethical concerns worldwide. � Financial Times 

🦠 Health & Environment H3N2 flu surge in North America — Influenza (H3N2) cases are rising sharply in the U.S. and Canada, with one in four tests now positive, according to health officials. � Global News 


🌏 Leadership & Diplomacy North Korean leader’s daughter visits family mausoleum — Kim Jong Un’s teenage daughter was photographed at a state mausoleum, fuelling speculation about her growing role in leadership. � ABC News 


🏙️ Culture & Global Events Dubai becomes a global sports hub in January — A series of major international sporting events are underway in Dubai, attracting athletes and fans worldwide. � The Times of India