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Airlines cancel more than 13,000 weekend flights as massive winter storm sweeps across the U.S.

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Airlines cancel more than 13,000 weekend flights as massive winter storm sweeps across the U.S.

Airplanes on the tarmac during a snow storm at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport in Arlington, Virginia, US, on Monday, Jan. 6, 2025. 

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Airlines canceled more than 13,000 U.S. flights this weekend as a massive winter storm swept across the country, bringing heavy snow, ice and sleet, followed by bitter cold.

More than 4,000 flights on Saturday were canceled, according to flight tracker FlightAware. Many of Saturday’s cancellations were in and out of Dallas Fort Worth International Airport, with nearly 1,500 scrubbed flights, and at Dallas Love Field, with 190 cancellations, the majority of the schedule at each airport.

American Airlines, based in Fort Worth, Texas, had canceled 1,056 Saturday flights, more than a third of its mainline schedule and Southwest Airlines canceled 579 flights, or 20%, according to FlightAware.

U.S. flight cancellations more than doubled to nearly 9,100 on Sunday when the storm is expected to hit the mid-Atlantic and Northeast U.S. As of Saturday afternoon, most flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport in North Carolina to Portland, Maine, were canceled. Major airline hubs were affected as far south as Atlanta, where Delta Air Lines is based.

Nearly 90% of Sunday flights were canceled at LaGuardia Airport in New York and 96% at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport. More than 70% of flights at Newark Liberty International Airport in New Jersey and New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport, which have more international flights, were also canceled for Sunday.

Airlines routinely cancel flights ahead of a major storm to prevent planes, passengers and crew from getting stranded, which can worsen disruptions after severe weather moves out. January is a low season for travel generally but the vast storm was set to snarl travel for hundreds of thousands of people for days.

American, Delta, JetBlue Airways, Southwest Airlines, United Airlines and other U.S. carriers said they are waiving change and cancellation fees as well as fare differences to rebook for customers with tickets to and from more than 40 airports around the country. The waivers include restrictive basic economy tickets.

American said it was repositioning its airplanes and increasing staffing at major airports to help soften the impact of the storm and to “set the stage for a fast, safe recovery once conditions improve.”

The National Weather Service is warning that the winter storm could affect hundreds of millions of people and is expected to “bring widespread heavy snow, sleet, and freezing rain from the Southern Rockies to New England through Monday.”

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‘Well-preserved’ 5,000-year-old dog buried with bone dagger unearthed in ancient bog

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‘Well-preserved’ 5,000-year-old dog buried with bone dagger unearthed in ancient bog

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Archaeologists have unearthed an “exceptionally well-preserved” dog skeleton from the Stone Age — laid to rest alongside a 5,000-year-old dagger.

The discovery, announced by Arkeologerna, a Swedish archaeological consultancy, occurred around a site near Järna, southwest of Stockholm.

Arkeologerna worked with its parent organization, Sweden’s National Historical Museums (SHM), during the excavation, which took place ahead of railway construction last fall.

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“Several thousand years ago, the 3,500-square-meter [37,700-square-feet] area looked very different,” the release said.

“At that time, the bog was a shimmering lake used for fishing.”

Man removing bone dagger from mud

Archaeologists in Sweden uncovered an exceptionally well-preserved Stone Age dog burial site — containing a finely polished bone dagger dating back roughly 5,000 years. (Arkeologerna, SHM)

The dog was “deliberately” deposited with the bone dagger, which officials said was just under 10 inches long and was finely polished. 

It was likely made from elk or red deer bone.

Officials described the dog as a “large and powerful male.” He was between three and six years old when he died.

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Archaeologists believe the dog was placed in a bag or container with stones and deposited about 100 to 130 feet out into the lake.

Linus Hagberg, project manager of the excavation, told Fox News Digital his team is still in the process of analyzing the remains, which they hoped would shed light on when the dog lived and what he ate.

Split image of archaeologists working, dog skull

Officials say the dog was deliberately deposited in a lake near present-day Jarna, southwest of Stockholm, during the early Neolithic period. (Arkeologerna, SHM)

“Dog burials from early Neolithic times are very rare,” said Hagberg. 

“A couple of thousand years earlier, during the Mesolithic, dog burials appear on burial grounds and on settlements, but they were not common in those days either.”

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Researchers believe that the dog’s skull was crushed when it died, as opposed to being crushed during the burial.

The bones survived the millennia because they were deposited in water — and Hagberg described their good condition as “rare as well.”

View of dog bones in bog

Officials said the waterlogged conditions helped preserve the dog’s bones for thousands of years. (Arkeologerna, SHM)

“The most surprising and unexpected event [of the excavation] was the finding of the deposited dog remains,” he said. “Without a doubt.”

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He also said that, while it’s impossible to describe the dog in terms of modern breeds, the dog was “relatively large, with broad jaws and big teeth.”

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An excavation image shows the Swedish wetland where a 5,000-year-old dog burial was discovered, alongside the Fossum rock carvings in Sweden depicting prehistoric humans and animals. (Arkeologerna, SHM; iStock)

The discovery comes less than a year after archaeologists found another well-preserved dog burial from ancient Rome.

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Archaeologist Arne Verbrugge told Fox News Digital that the burial, which was found in Belgium, was preserved “quite well,” thanks to the calcareous sandstone under which it was buried. 

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Much-loved Matildas veteran Chloe Logarzo forced into sad retirement after knee injury

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Much-loved Matildas veteran Chloe Logarzo forced into sad retirement after knee injury

Matildas veteran Chloe Logarzo Berryhill has been forced into early retirement after a horror knee injury shattered her dream of making the Asian Cup squad.

Logarzo Berryhill had flagged this season with Western Sydney Wanderers would be her last before retiring and starting a family.

But the 31-year-old’s hopes of ending her career on her own terms — pushing for Asian Cup selection after missing the 2023 Women’s World Cup and 2024 Olympics — were cruelly dashed.

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Logarzo went down screaming after her right knee was clattered when she and Brisbane’s Leia Varley contested a ball in last Friday’s A-League Women match and was stretchered off in tears.

The Wanderers confirmed on Saturday Logarzo had sustained an ACL, LCL and tendon avulsion injury — which prompted her immediate retirement.

Chloe Logarzo Berryhill can look back at a glittering career with the Matildas and in club football.
Chloe Logarzo Berryhill can look back at a glittering career with the Matildas and in club football. Credit: AAP

The 31-year-old previously tore the ACL in her right knee in 2021, which started her run of injury issues.

Before that, the popular midfielder had been a mainstay under Alen Stajcic, Ante Milicic and Tony Gustavsson.

Logarzo, an energetic, hard-running midfielder who could also play as a winger, scored eight goals in 59 caps, including representing Australia at the Brazil and Tokyo Olympics, the 2019 Women’s World Cup and the 2018 Asian Cup.

The midfielder was player of the match in Australia’s famous ‘Miracle of Montpellier’ 3-2 comeback win over Brazil that revived the Matildas’ 2019 World Cup campaign.

Logarzo also had an impressive club career, predominantly at Sydney FC with stints in Sweden, Norway, the USA and England, while she was Western United captain before joining the Wanderers.

“As I look back on the last decade, I feel nothing but extreme gratitude for the career I have had,” Logarzo said.

“Through all the challenges, heartbreak, success and suffering, there have been moments of pure happiness and pride. I accomplished my childhood dream, and along the way I pushed myself past what I thought was possible.

“None of those moments would have been as special without the people and coaches who have made seemingly small snippets of my life feel monumental. Thank you to my family and best friends for being my first and biggest supporters.

“Thank you, Mum and Dad, for countless sacrifices, sleepless nights and early mornings, for holding me while I cry, and for showing unconditional love and support.

“To my beautiful wife, thank you for allowing me to chase my dream for as many years as I wanted.

“Finally, thank you to the coaches who saw something in me and invested time and energy in making me a better person, which made me a better player.”

The Wanderers posted a heart-felt message on social media.

“The Wanderers extend their deepest gratitude to Chloe for her contributions to the club, the sport and the countless lives she has touched through her career. The club wishes Chloe every success and happiness as she begins the next chapter beyond the pitch,” they wrote.

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Major winter storm may affect over 170 million Americans — how much it could cost you

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Major winter storm may affect over 170 million Americans — how much it could cost you

Winter storm may impact more than 200 million Americans

A massive winter storm is threatening to wreak havoc across the U.S. in the days ahead — and potentially take a financial toll on households in its path.

The National Weather Service said Friday that it expects a “significant, long-duration winter storm” to bring heavy snow, sleet and freezing rain to a broad swath of the U.S., from the southern Rockies to New England, lasting from Friday through Monday.

Snowfall may exceed a foot in certain areas, while “locally catastrophic ice accumulations” and frigid temperatures may trigger long-term power outages, extensive tree damage and widespread travel disruptions, according to the weather service.

The storm may affect more than 170 million Americans, the weather service said early Friday.

Despite the financial costs of such storms, people can take steps to dampen the economic hit, financial experts said.

“A big cost of winter storms is the aftermath of home damage and accidents,” according to Carolyn McClanahan, a certified financial planner and founder of Life Planning Partners in Jacksonville, Florida. McClanahan is a member of CNBC’s Financial Advisor Council. “People should be preemptive in preparing for this storm. Make sure you cover pipes, bring in plants or cover them, and stock up on supplies so you don’t have to go out.”

Here’s what to know about the potential financial impacts and how to prepare.

Winter storm insurance claims average about $15,000

Winter storms can cause all sorts of damage to a home — from water damage caused by frozen, burst pipes to a roof wrecked by tree limbs that buckle under the weight of ice.

Fortunately, those with homeowners insurance can generally recoup costs for damage from wind, snow, severe cold and freezing rain, said Karen Collins, vice president of property and environmental at the American Property and Casualty Insurance Association, a trade group.

Shoppers carry snow shovels at a hardware store in Philadelphia, Jan. 23, 2026.

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The average insurance loss claimed for water damage and freezing was $15,400 from 2019 to 2023, according to the Insurance Information Institute. The average for wind and hail was about $14,700.

Consumers filed more than 20,000 claims for frozen pipes and winter water damage from January 2024 through June 2025, totaling over $628 million in paid losses, according to an analysis by insurer State Farm of its closed and paid homeowners claims. The average claim payment exceeded $30,000, it said.

Coverage for policyholders will depend on the fine print, however.

For example, most homeowners insurance covers “sudden and accidental” water damage from a burst pipe if the home was properly heated and wasn’t left unoccupied, according to the Massachusetts Division of Insurance.

Airlines cancel hundreds of flights as massive winter storm sweeps across the U.S.

Experts recommend keeping your home heated to at least 65 degrees Fahrenheit to help keep pipes from freezing.

“The temperature inside the walls where the pipes are located is substantially colder than the walls themselves,” according to the Insurance Information Institute. “A temperature lower than 65 degrees will not keep the inside walls from freezing.”

But keeping your home heated may not always be possible.

During the so-called “Texas Freeze” in 2021, the costliest winter freeze event in U.S. history, a cold spell led to widespread power outages that prevented people from heating their homes, ultimately leading to sizable insured losses from water damage and burst pipes, Collins said.

Homeowners can help by insulating interior and exterior pipes, opening the water faucets in sinks to allow a slow trickle of water and help prevent freezing, and identify the location of the main water shut-off valve in case a pipe bursts and they need to shut the water off, according to the American Property and Casualty Insurance Association.

The downside of stocking up

Across the country, consumers are stockpiling groceries ahead of the extreme cold snap.

While it may make sense to buy certain items as the weather worsens, stockpiling is rarely a good idea, experts said.

In many cases, “widespread stockpiling ahead of a winter storm generally does not make sense,” said Amir Mousavian, professor of supply chain management at the University of New England’s College of Business.

“Households should plan to have enough food and essential items to get through a few days in case travel is temporarily restricted, but there is little benefit to buying far beyond that,” he said.

Although there may be some savings benefits to buying in bulk, “there is also a real risk that households overbuy perishable items, leading to waste and lost money,” Mousavian said.

Often, this type of stockpiling can harm consumers in general, he said.

Empty shelves at a Wegman’s grocery store in Fairfax, Virginia, on Jan. 22, 2026, as a major winter storm is set to hit much of the United States.

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Prices go up when supply is limited but demand rises. Food prices — more than many other consumer goods — can be especially volatile due to supply-and-demand factors.

“Sudden surges in demand can strain supply chains,” as seen during the Covid pandemic, Mousavian said. “Modern supply chains are highly efficient, but they are not designed to absorb sharp, artificial spikes in demand, and those spikes can ultimately disadvantage consumers.”

Travel disruptions may come at a cost

Airlines have already canceled thousands of flights as the winter storm looms.

Several major airlines, including Delta and United, have already announced change fee waivers for travelers whose itineraries may be affected by the impending winter storm.

Taking advantage of those offers could be wise for some travelers, experts said.

For example, if you have a nonessential trip booked and you’re able to reschedule it for a week or so from now, it may be a good idea to go ahead and change your flight, said Nick Ewen, senior editorial director at The Points Guy.

A departures board shows delayed flights at Orlando International Airport in Orlando, Florida, Nov. 9, 2025.

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If an airline cancels your flight and you don’t accept any rebooking options, then you could get a full refund, Ewen said.

However, if you choose to cancel the flight yourself, you may only be entitled to a credit or voucher with the airline, unless you paid for a fully refundable flight. You’d also lose out on a full refund if your original flight is canceled, Ewen said.

“If you’ve already proactively changed it, you’re now on that new flight and that new itinerary, those new days, and then you’d be subject to whatever policy is in place for that new ticket,” he said.

Make sure you have your airline’s app downloaded and notifications turned on so you are informed about any changes to your flight, he said.

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For rental cars, most companies allow you to make changes or cancellations to your reservation up to the time of pickup, Ewen said. But that may not hold true if you booked through a third party, such as a travel website or your credit card company, where you typically pay upfront.

Hotels typically offer free cancellations up to 24 or 48 hours in advance of your stay, but it depends on your reservation. If you booked at a nonrefundable rate, you may not be entitled to a full refund, but it’s worth calling the hotel and explaining the situation, especially if it’s weather-related, Ewen said.

“It’s not a guarantee, but if you call [and] you explain the situation, you may be eligible for them to be a little bit more lenient,” he said.

Some credit cards offer trip interruption coverage, though, he said. If the hotel won’t refund you, you may still be able to file a claim with your credit card company and get your money back as long as you paid with that card.

A separate travel insurance policy may offer additional protections, too.

Prepare for a bigger heating bill

Many households can expect higher heating costs as temperatures dip and more power is needed to keep homes warm.

When cold weather hits, especially over a large swath of the country, there’s often increased energy demand for space heating, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration. That in turn raises demand for both electricity and natural gas. 

The spot price of natural gas has risen sharply over the last week to $8.15 per million British thermal units on Jan. 22 from $5.19 a week earlier. Higher wholesale natural gas prices generally contribute to higher wholesale electricity prices, according to the EIA.

Consumers have already felt the pinch of higher electricity costs. Some of that is attributed to the development of data centers, which power artificial intelligence and place extra demand on the electric grid.

According to the latest reading of the consumer price index, electricity prices were up 6.7% in December from a year earlier.

Meanwhile, for homes that use heating oil, the per-gallon cost was $3.66 as of Jan. 19, a drop from $3.93 a year earlier, according to the EIA.

Courtney Fieldman, utility program director for the Southwest Energy Efficiency Program, offered these tips for saving energy — and therefore money — during the frigid weather on its way:

  • Optimize your thermostat. During the day, when there is still warming sunlight, setting your home’s temperature a bit lower — to 65 to 68 degrees Fahrenheit — can keep you comfortable, as well as trim 10% off heating costs.
  • Block drafts. Use towels, blankets or even rolled-up clothes to seal gaps under doors and windows, and close off unused rooms by shutting doors and vents to keep heat where you need it. These air leaks around windows, doors and attics can waste up to 30% of heat.
  • Use natural heat and cut nonessentials. Open curtains on sunny sides of your house during the day and close them afterward to trap the heat in. Wear warm layers, turn off lights in empty rooms and use blankets instead of space heaters if possible to avoid extra draw during peak hours.

Correction: This story has been updated to reflect that the National Weather Service said the storm would affect more than 170 million Americans.

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Archaeologist believes he’s closing in on lost tomb of legendary Egyptian queen: ‘Could happen soon’

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An Egyptian archaeologist believes he’s narrowing in on the tomb of Queen Nefertiti, the legendary queen whose burial site has eluded historians for generations.

Zahi Hawass is the subject of a new documentary, “The Man with the Hat,” which premiered on streaming platforms Tuesday. He served as Egypt’s first Minister of Antiquities in 2011.

The film follows Hawass as he explores Egyptian history, including mysteries surrounding the deaths of Cleopatra and Tutankhamun — topics for which historians still lack clear answers.

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Hawass also discusses the prospect of finding the tomb of Queen Nefertiti, who lived from around 1370 B.C. to 1330 B.C.

“If I made this discovery, I think I would be happy to end my career with the most important discovery of the most important queen of Egypt,” Hawass declares in the documentary, according to Live Science.

Hawass in archaeologist gear

A new documentary follows archaeologist Zahi Hawass, shown here, as he investigates ancient mysteries tied to some of Egypt’s most famous rulers. (Ahmad Hasaballah/Getty Images)

Nefertiti was the principal wife of Pharaoh Akhenaten, the ruler who upended Egypt’s religious customs away from polytheism and toward Atenism.

She played a central role in promoting the worship of Aten, the sun god. She’s also known for being the subject of an elegant bust that was found in 1912.

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Hawass told Live Science he believes he’s narrowing in on the location of her tomb in the Valley of the Kings.

“There is one area now that we are working in the East Valley, near the tomb of Queen Hatshepsut,” Hawass said. 

Hawass standing in tomb next to bust of Nefertiti

Egyptian archaeologist Zahi Hawass says the long-lost tomb of Queen Nefertiti may soon be discovered. (Marc Deville/Getty Images; Fine Art Images/Heritage Images/Getty Images)

“I’m hoping that this could be the tomb of Queen Nefertiti. … This discovery could happen soon,” he said.

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In a trailer reviewed by Fox News Digital, Hawass notes that he wants his fellow Egyptians “to be proud of their civilization.”

“This will lead us to the greatest discovery of the century,” the archaeologist says. 

People looking at Nefertiti bust in 1950s

Queen Nefertiti’s tomb has long eluded historians, fueling decades of speculation among archaeologists and Egyptologists. (Wolff & Tritschler/ullstein bild via Getty Images)

“Before me, foreigners ruled antiquity. People tried to put me in jail, but they couldn’t,” he said.

“Egypt is, to me, everything.”

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CGTN Art Series | Digital expo China Crafted wins hearts at ART SG

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CGTN Art Series | Digital expo China Crafted wins hearts at ART SG

SINGAPORE, Jan. 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — CGTN launched China Crafted, the latest season of its CGTN Art Series, alongside a curated display of the previous three seasons of the series at ART SG 2026 in Singapore on Friday.

Notable personalities as well as a large number of art enthusiasts visited CGTN’s booth, themed “When Classics Inspire,” at the fair and appreciated ancient Chinese art and heritage.


China Crafted is a virtual exhibition that invites viewers to immerse in the beauty of ancient Chinese artifacts from four major Chinese dynasties: Shang, Han, Tang and Song.

The multimedia product features over 100 representative artifacts from more than 30 partner museums worldwide.

Through four interactive webpages and four original video productions featuring animations and expert interviews, the exhibition explores the intricate techniques behind the artifacts as well as the spiritual and cultural values embedded in them.

China Crafted uniquely blends historical storytelling with cutting-edge digital technology, creating an experience that is both educational and visually captivating.


CGTN Art Series – China Crafted. /CGTN

The exhibition unfolds through four sections:

“Sacred Shang” traces the ritual symbolism of Shang Dynasty jade, leading into the legendary story of Fu Hao, one of China’s earliest recorded female generals.

A screenshot from the virtual exhibition showing hairpins from Shang Dynasty. /CGTN
A screenshot from the virtual exhibition showing hairpins from Shang Dynasty. /CGTN

“Heavenly Han” draws from the Mawangdui Han tombs to reveal refined Han Dynasty lifestyles and the philosophical pursuit of longevity embodied in lacquerware and silk.

“Treasured Tang” captures the splendor of the Tang Dynasty through exquisite gold and silver ware objects once used in imperial banquets.

A screenshot from the virtual exhibition showing a gilded cup. /CGTN
A screenshot from the virtual exhibition showing a gilded cup. /CGTN

“Serene Song” focuses on the forms and textures of Song Dynasty ceramics, interpreting the poetic sensibility and Neo-Confucian ethos they convey.

With the launch of the global digital art tour, China Crafted aims to create a dynamic cultural ecosystem that connects online and offline experiences, linking past with the future through innovation, elegance and narrative-driven expression.

Cai Shandi, the cultural counsellor of the Chinese Embassy in Singapore, speaks at CGTN's exhibition at ART SG, Singapore, January 23, 2026. /CGTN
Cai Shandi, the cultural counsellor of the Chinese Embassy in Singapore, speaks at CGTN’s exhibition at ART SG, Singapore, January 23, 2026. /CGTN

Speaking at the exhibition’s opening, Cai Shandi, the cultural counsellor of the Chinese Embassy in Singapore, said that CGTN’s presentation marks an important milestone for the CGTN Art Series‘ international outreach.

The exhibition, he said, serves not only as a global platform for showcasing outstanding traditional Chinese culture, but also as a new opportunity for cultural exchange between China and Singapore.

Seng Yu Jin, director for curatorial, research and exhibitions at the National Gallery Singapore, speaks at CGTN's exhibition at ART SG, Singapore, January 23, 2026. /CGTN
Seng Yu Jin, director for curatorial, research and exhibitions at the National Gallery Singapore, speaks at CGTN’s exhibition at ART SG, Singapore, January 23, 2026. /CGTN

In his remarks, Seng Yu Jin, director for curatorial, research and exhibitions at the National Gallery Singapore, praised the CGTN Art Series as a compelling example of how media in the digital era can actively participate in the preservation and transmission of cultural heritage.

Now in its fourth edition, this year’s ART SG brings together 106 galleries and art institutions from over 30 countries and regions, attracting collectors, artists, curators, representatives of global brands, museum professionals, and academic communities.

As the official media partner of ART SG, CGTN is also presenting the previous three seasons of the CGTN Art Series: The Song, Painted – People, The Song Painted – Nature and Tang Architecture: Building Timeless Glory. These digital exhibitions have toured cities including Paris, Madrid, Malaga, Hong Kong and Osaka.

Art enthusiasts explore digital exhibitions of the CGTN Art Series at ART SG in Singapore, January 23, 2026. /CGTN
Art enthusiasts explore digital exhibitions of the CGTN Art Series at ART SG in Singapore, January 23, 2026. /CGTN

At CGTN’s booth, art lovers can explore all four seasons of the series, experience interactive digital installations and discover a wide range of cultural treasures.

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China Global Television Network (CGTN) is an international media organization committed to providing global audiences with accurate and timely news coverage as well as rich audiovisual services. Headquartered in Beijing, CGTN operates three production centers in Nairobi, Washington, D.C., and London, with its TV channels available in more than 160 countries and regions worldwide.

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Singapore Airshow 2026 to thrill audiences with spectacular line-up of international flying displays

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Singapore Airshow 2026 to thrill audiences with spectacular line-up of international flying displays

SINGAPORE, Jan. 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Singapore Airshow 2026, held at the Changi Exhibition Centre from 3–8 February, will feature a total of eight aerial displays by six air forces and two commercial aircraft manufacturers, promising a thrilling showcase of aerobatics and aerial capabilities for aviation fans.

This edition’s flying display line-up brings together an exciting mix of modern combat and commercial aircraft. Making its debut at Singapore Airshow 2026 is the Royal Australian Air Force’s F-35A Lightning II, an advanced fifth-generation fighter aircraft.

Returning to Singapore Airshow 2026 are several renowned military aerobatic teams known for their precision flying performances, including the Indian Air Force’s Sarang helicopter display team, the Indonesian Air Force’s Jupiter aerobatic team and the People’s Liberation Army Air Force’s Bayi aerobatic team. The Royal Malaysian Air Force’s Sukhoi Su-30MKM fighter jet which performed in the 2016 and 2018 editions will again be performing at Singapore Airshow 2026.

Representing the host nation, the Republic of Singapore Air Force will present its Integrated Display Team featuring the F-16C fighter jet and the AH-64D Apache attack helicopter, demonstrating the close coordination and precision of the pilots, and the dedication and professionalism of the ground crew to ensure that the aircraft are flight-ready.

Commercial aviation enthusiasts will not be disappointed, with two headline-making aircraft in the line-up. Airbus’ A350-1000 will return to the skies over Changi Exhibition Centre with its signature blend of elegance and power. COMAC’s C919 narrow-body airliner will also take to the air, reflecting the rapid advances in next-generation commercial aviation.

Mr Leck Chet Lam, Managing Director of Experia Events, organiser of the Singapore Airshow, said: “The flying displays are always among the most anticipated highlights of the Singapore Airshow and the 2026 line-up reflects the strong international support for the event. We are pleased to present a diverse mix of military and commercial aircraft that showcases both cutting-edge technology and the skill of aircrew from around the world. We look forward to welcoming industry professionals, aviation enthusiasts and the public to enjoy these spectacular aerial performances.”

The flying displays will be held once a day at 12:00pm on 3 February, 11:00am on 4 and 5 February; while during Weekend@Airshow, it will be twice a day at 11:00am and 3:30pm on 7 and 8 February. Please note that the schedule is subject to change, and attendees are advised to check the Singapore Airshow website for the latest updates.

In addition to the aerial performances, Singapore Airshow 2026 will feature an extensive static display comprising more than 35 aircraft spanning commercial, business, military and unmanned platforms from leading manufacturers and operators, including Airbus, Bombardier, COMAC, Dassault, Embraer, Gulfstream, Pilatus and Textron Aviation, alongside military assets from the Republic of Singapore Air Force, German Air Force, Royal Australian Air Force and United States Air Force.

Weekend@Airshow tickets can be purchased from SISTIC at the following prices: SGD 39 for adults, SGD 19 for children aged 3 to 12 years, and SGD 250 for the group package, which includes four tickets and one car park label.

About Singapore Airshow
The biennial Singapore Airshow is one of the most influential international aerospace and defence exhibition for stakeholders to forge strategic alliances, collaborate for change to shape the future of the global aviation industry. Organised and managed by Experia Events Pte Ltd, Singapore Airshow 2026 will take place from 3-8 February 2026. For more information on Singapore Airshow, visit www.singaporeairshow.com

About Experia Events Pte Ltd
Specialist in conceptualising, creating and curating trade events of strategic interest that spur industry development, Experia brings together captains of industries from all over the world to inspire ideas and influence decisions that move the needle in strategic issues for global, national and societal needs and progress. With its genesis in the Singapore Airshow, one of the most influential airshows globally, Experia’s portfolio of events has expanded to span aerospace, defence, government, lifestyle and space sectors today. Experia is certified with the Data Protection Trustmark issued by the Infocomm Media Development Authority of Singapore, ISO27001 Information Security Management System and the MICE Sustainability Certification. For more information, visit http://www.experiaevents.com

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GIBO.ai Articulates a Vision for AI as the Nervous System of Future Mobility Ecosystems

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GIBO.ai Articulates a Vision for AI as the Nervous System of Future Mobility Ecosystems

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, Jan. 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — GIBO Holdings Ltd. (NASDAQ: GIBO), Asia’s leading innovation-driven AI ecosystem, today outlined its long-term vision for GIBO.ai as a foundational intelligence layer designed to connect, coordinate, and evolve future mobility systems across air, ground, and digital infrastructure.

Rather than viewing mobility as a collection of independent vehicles, GIBO envisions a future where intelligence flows continuously across systems—where EV motorbikes, aerial platforms, logistics networks, and urban infrastructure operate as interconnected intelligence nodes within a single computational fabric.

From Vehicles to Intelligence Networks

As mobility platforms become increasingly electrified and connected, the defining challenge of the next decade will not be hardware capability, but how intelligence is shared, learned, and orchestrated across systems.

GIBO.ai is being architected to function as the computational nervous system of future mobility—enabling vehicles and infrastructure to sense their environment, exchange intelligence, and respond collectively to changing conditions. In this model, mobility assets no longer act in isolation; instead, they become participants in a living intelligence network that continuously adapts and improves.

This shift marks a fundamental transition from machine-centric mobility to system-level intelligence, where awareness, prediction, and coordination are embedded at the core of how movement is managed.

Intelligence That Moves Across Domains

The GIBO.ai Calculation Engine is designed to operate horizontally across multiple mobility domains, allowing intelligence developed in one context to inform others. Insights derived from ground mobility can enhance aerial operations; environmental data collected from the air can improve urban flow on the ground.

By enabling this cross-domain intelligence exchange, GIBO.ai lays the groundwork for mobility ecosystems that are not only connected, but contextually aware—capable of understanding how individual movements contribute to broader system behavior.

Over time, this architecture supports increasingly sophisticated coordination between air and ground mobility, logistics flows, and urban infrastructure, without requiring each system to be rebuilt from scratch.

A Foundation for Scalable, Responsible Mobility Intelligence

GIBO’s vision emphasizes that intelligence must scale responsibly. As systems become more autonomous and interconnected, the ability to manage complexity, ensure transparency, and maintain system-wide coherence becomes critical.

By positioning GIBO.ai as a centralized intelligence layer—rather than a collection of isolated features—the Company aims to support long-term scalability while preserving adaptability. This approach allows mobility ecosystems to evolve incrementally, integrating new platforms, sensors, and technologies without disrupting the underlying intelligence architecture.

“Mobility’s future will be defined by how intelligence flows, not how fast vehicles move.”

“Vehicles will continue to evolve, but intelligence architectures are what ultimately define eras,” said Zelt Kueh, CEO of GIBO Holdings Ltd.

“With GIBO.ai, we are focused on building the nervous system of future mobility—one that allows intelligence to move seamlessly across air and ground, enabling systems to learn collectively and operate as a unified whole.”

About GIBO Holdings Limited

GIBO Holdings Ltd. is a unique and integrated AIGC animation streaming platform with extensive functionalities provided to both viewers and creators that serves a broad community of young people across Asia to create, publish, share and enjoy AI-generated animation video content. With over 83 million registered users and advanced AI-powered tools, GIBO seeks to redefine the landscape of digital content creation.

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release includes “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the “safe harbor” provisions of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements may be identified by the use of words such as “estimate,” “plan,” “project,” “forecast,” “intend,” “will,” “expect,” “anticipate,” “believe,” “seek,” “target” or other similar expressions that predict or indicate future events or trends or that are not statements of historical matters. These forward-looking statements also include, but are not limited to, statements regarding projections, estimates and forecasts of revenue and other financial and performance metrics, projections of market opportunity and expectations, the Company’s ability to scale and grow its business, the Company’s advantages and expected growth, the Company’s ability to source and retain talent, and the Company’s cash position, as applicable. These statements are based on various assumptions, whether or not identified in this press release, and on the current expectations of the Company’s management and are not predictions of actual performance. These statements involve risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause the Company’s actual results, levels of activity, performance, or achievements to be materially different from those expressed or implied by these forward-looking statements. Although the Company believes that it has a reasonable basis for each forward-looking statement contained in this press release, the Company cautions you that these statements are based on a combination of facts and factors currently known and projections of the future, which are inherently uncertain. The forward-looking statements in this press release represent the views of the Company as of the date of this press release. Subsequent events and developments may cause those views to change. Except as may be required by law, the Company does not undertake any duty to update these forward-looking statements.

Contact Information

Investor Relations:
Bill Zima
ICR, Inc.
William.zima@icrinc.com 

Media Relations:
Edmond Lococo
ICR, Inc.
Edmond.Lococo@icrinc.com

For more information and the latest updates, please visit:
https://www.globalibo.com/

Source: GIBO Holdings Ltd.

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Ozelle Brings AI-Powered, Scenario-Ready Diagnostics to WHX Labs Dubai 2026

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Ozelle Brings AI-Powered, Scenario-Ready Diagnostics to WHX Labs Dubai 2026

DUBAI, UAE, Jan. 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Ozelle, a global innovator in intelligent diagnostics, will showcase its next-generation solution at WHX Labs Dubai 2026 (Feb 10–13, Booth S1.D58). Under the theme “AI × CBM: The Next-Generation of Complete Blood Morphology,” Ozelle will highlight how diagnostic testing can evolve beyond standalone analyzers toward intelligent, scenario-ready solutions designed to bridge the gap between lab-grade precision and real-world clinical environments.

WHX Dubai - Ozelle invitation-reshapes diagnostics
WHX Dubai – Ozelle invitation-reshapes diagnostics

AI × CBM: See More. Diagnose Smarter.

Ozelle’s AI-powered Complete Blood Morphology (CBM) redefines hematology diagnostics by combining high-resolution imaging with real-time algorithmic analysis. Moving beyond traditional numerical data, the system identifies multi-classified cells—including NST, NSG, ALY, and RET—enabling earlier detection and more informed clinical decisions from a single drop of blood.

All-in-One Testing: Scenario-Driven, Flexible Panels

The solution integrates hematology, biochemistry, and immunoassay into a single, maintenance-free workflow. Clinicians can build flexible, on-demand panels tailored to specific scenarios: Infection typing (CBC+CRP+SAA), Diabetes care (CBC+HbA1c), and Cardiac screening (CBC+NT-proBNP), among others. This versatility empowers primary care clinics and pharmacies to deliver comprehensive results with unmatched efficiency.

Intelligent AI Workbench: From Results to Diagnostic Guidance

A key highlight at WHX Labs Dubai will be Ozelle’s Intelligent AI Workbench (Open Dx), a unified diagnostic workbench built directly into the analyzer. The system seamlessly integrates test ordering, result review, and AI-assisted guidance into a single workflow, enabling clinicians to move efficiently from testing to interpretation with greater confidence.

The workbench transforms traditional static reports into interactive diagnostic insights by automatically identifying abnormal findings, flagging potential risks, and providing structured overview interpretations. Through conversational AI functionality, clinicians can further explore results via interactive report consultation. In veterinary applications, the AI Workbench also supports AI-assisted diagnostic guidance and medication references tailored specifically to animal care.

Global Scale, Validated Precision

Ozelle’s AI capabilities are anchored by 50,000+ installations worldwide, generating over 50 million cell images daily. This database, exceeding 100 billion real-world data points, ensures continuously refined algorithms validated through an industry-exclusive quality control system.

Ozelle invites all attendees to WHX Labs Dubai (Booth S1.D58) for live demonstrations and interactive sessions to experience how AI × CBM is shaping the future of diagnostic testing. Leave a message to secure your meeting and experience it live. 

Contact Ozelle

www.ozellemed.com

info@ozellepoct.com

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Famous from Thailand: The Danish Ambassador of Vietnam opened BARTELS new Flagship store in D1, HCMC

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Famous from Thailand: The Danish Ambassador of Vietnam opened BARTELS new Flagship store in D1, HCMC

HO CHI MINH CITY, Vietnam, Jan. 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The Nordic owned sourdough brand BARTELS has officially marked the opening of its new flagship branch at the Sonatus Building, District 1, celebrating the occasion alongside the Nordic KickOff 2026: New Year Networking event organised by NordCham Vietnam on January 22, 2026.

H.E. Nicolai Prytz, Ambassador of Denmark to Vietnam (left), joins the founders of BARTELS and the Chairman of NordCham Vietnam (right) in the ribbon-cutting ceremony.
H.E. Nicolai Prytz, Ambassador of Denmark to Vietnam (left), joins the founders of BARTELS and the Chairman of NordCham Vietnam (right) in the ribbon-cutting ceremony.

Amid growing Nordic foreign direct investment in Vietnam, with Denmark among the most active contributors across sectors including food & beverage, renewable energy, logistics and sustainable manufacturing, the expansion of BARTELS reflects a broader trend of Nordic businesses pursuing long-term, value-driven growth in Vietnam.

Founded on a simple yet uncompromising philosophy, “100% real. No cheating,” BARTELS has built a strong reputation in Bangkok, Phuket and Ho Chi Minh City for its naturally fermented bread, artisanal sandwiches and Nordic-inspired café experience. Rooted in Scandinavian baking traditions, the brand is committed to honest ingredients, slow fermentation and craftsmanship.

The new location at Sonatus Building represents BARTELS’s continued expansion in Vietnam, guided by the ambition to bring healthy, high-quality and responsibly made food closer to urban communities. Located in the heart of Ho Chi Minh City’s business district, the space is designed as a warm, minimalist setting that supports everyday dining and meaningful professional connections.

To celebrate the opening and welcome the new year, NordCham Vietnam hosted its Nordic KickOff New Year Networking on January 22, 2026, in collaboration with BARTELS at its newly opened Sonatus location, bringing together members and friends of the Nordic community while reinforcing shared values of collaboration, sustainability and trust.

Speaking at the Networking evening, the Ambassador of Denmark to Vietnam, H.E. Nicolai Prytz shared:

Nordic companies bring qualities that are highly valued in Vietnam today: A long-term approach, strong governance and responsible business practices, practical, high-quality solutions in sustainability and innovation. This evening also gives us a special moment to celebrate Nordic entrepreneurship in Vietnam. 

Representing BARTELS, Nicolai Bartels remarked:

The success of Bartels comes from sweating the details. From our bread to our coffee to the ambience in our cafés.

We believe that quality and consistency beats hype, and that is what has allowed Bartels to grow and become a genuine community hangout across Thailand and now Vietnam.

The evening marked not only the opening of a new BARTELS location, but also a confident start to another year of strong Nordic engagement and cooperation in Vietnam.

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