Mint, the daughter of tech figures Stewart Butterfield and Caterina Fake, was found in the Tenderloin district of San Francisco after being reported missing. The area is known for high crime and drug abuse, particularly fentanyl. Mint was located in a van driven by Christopher 'Kio' Dizefalo, who has a criminal record and is now accused of kidnapping. Her parents, who are low-profile philanthropists, expressed gratitude to law enforcement and the community for their help in the rescue.

A decade after the Euromaidan protests, Ukraine's future in the European Union remains uncertain, with a decision expected at an upcoming Brussels summit. The 2013 protests were sparked by then-President Viktor Yanukovych's pivot towards Russia, leading to a revolution and subsequent Russian aggression, including the annexation of Crimea and a separatist war. Ukraine, now led by a pro-Western government, has paid a high price for its European aspirations, facing a full-scale war with Russia. European leaders will soon decide on initiating formal EU accession negotiations, a move supported by Ukraine's President Zelenskyy and European Council President Charles Michel. Analyst Olga Tokariuk emphasizes the importance of integrating Ukraine into the EU and NATO for peace in Europe.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy called on leaders at the World Economic Forum in Davos to increase military aid to Ukraine, warning of the risk of Russia extending aggression to other nations. Kyiv is concerned that the war in Ukraine is losing prominence on the global stage.

Human Rights Watch's annual report describes 2023 as a difficult year marked by human rights oppression, particularly highlighting the suffering in Ukraine and Gaza. The organization criticizes selective outrage by countries, alleging war crimes by Israel in Gaza, and collective punishment by the Israel Defense Forces. It also addresses conflicts in Sudan, Myanmar's military junta's campaign against ethnic minorities, and atrocities in the Sahel region of Africa. The report condemns the persecution of women under the Taliban and accuses some countries, including India, Rwanda, and China, of targeting their citizens abroad. It praises institutions like the ICC for issuing an arrest warrant for Russian President Vladimir Putin and the Brazilian Supreme Court's decision affirming indigenous land rights.

More than 60 world leaders, along with hundreds of business executives and campaigners, will gather at the Swiss ski resort of Davos for the five-day annual meeting of the World Economic Forum. This year's agenda includes addressing some of the biggest global challenges, with a particular focus on the impact of disinformation worldwide.

Human Rights Watch, in its annual report, has accused Israel of war crimes and noted that many governments express 'selective outrage' over crimes committed in the Gaza conflict.

Explores the potential developments in 2024, including global elections, possible conflicts, and significant technological advancements, highlighting both the promise and anxiety these events may bring.

Delegates at the World Economic Forum in Davos face daunting global challenges such as worsening conflicts and climate change, a weak global economy, concerns over artificial intelligence technology, and attacks on commercial shipping in the Red Sea. The greatest short-term risk identified is disinformation, which could impact global elections and threaten democratic processes, leading to further social polarization and potential unrest. The summit occurs against the backdrop of major wars in Ukraine and Gaza, with key political and business leaders in attendance. Critics highlight the growing wealth gap, while organizers emphasize the importance of dialogue between political and business leaders to find solutions to global challenges.

Maersk group has halted all cargo shipments through the Red Sea due to increased attacks by Iranian-backed Houthi militants. These attacks are part of the Houthis' efforts to support Hamas in its conflict with Israel.

In 2023, NATO welcomed Finland as its 31st member following Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine. While Sweden's application is pending, Ukraine faces significant challenges in its bid to join the Western military alliance.