Blasts near Pakistan candidates’ offices kill at least 24 on eve of election
A series of bombings targeted political rallies in Pakistan, killing dozens of people and injuring hundreds more. The attacks came as the country prepares for a historic general election on Saturday.
Snow and ice disrupt trips home for millions ahead of Chinese New Year
The severe weather coincides with the biggest mass travel migration in the world as people across China visit their families for the holiday. Many flights, trains, and roads have been affected by the snow and ice, causing delays and cancellations.
A pod of killer whales trapped in drift ice off Japan appears to have safely escaped
Officials said they believe the 13 orcas, whose plight had raised concern from environmental groups, were able to free themselves from the drift ice as gaps between them grew. The whales were first spotted on Monday near the northern island of Hokkaido.
Nikki Haley loses to ‘none of these candidates’ in the Nevada GOP primary
NBC News projects that more voters chose not to pick a candidate at all than back Haley. Trump wasn’t on the ballot, since he’s participating in Thursday’s caucus, instead. Haley, the former U.S. ambassador to the United Nations, has been seen as a potential 2024 presidential contender.
Scientists discover new species of ‘chocolate frog’ in New Guinea
A team of researchers from Australia and the U.S. have identified a new species of tree frog that has a brown coloration resembling chocolate. The frog, named **Litoria mira**, belongs to a group of frogs that are known for their bright colors and loud calls. The new species was found in the lowland rainforests of New Guinea, one of the most biodiverse regions on Earth.
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