U.S. prosecutors have requested a pause in the criminal case against President-elect Donald Trump concerning classified documents, citing the need to assess how his recent election victory impacts the legal proceedings.

Meanwhile, in Brazil, two explosions outside the Supreme Court have tragically led to a man's death and an evacuation of the premises amid rising threats from far-right groups, as authorities, including President Lula, ramp up investigative efforts.

On a lighter note, Dogecoin's value has soared after Trump announced Elon Musk as a head of the new "Department of Government Efficiency," capitalizing on the crypto-friendly atmosphere post-election and boosting the market's excitement.

Adding to these developments, Republicans have secured control of both the U.S. House and Senate, facilitating the advancement of Trump's "America First" agenda and signaling a unified party keen to implement his policies with minimal obstruction.

Shifting focus to Southeast Asia, Indonesia navigates a delicate balance with its recent agreement with China concerning the South China Sea, as President Prabowo stresses the priority of sovereignty coupled with diplomatic relations.

Lastly, Turkey has been offered partner status by the BRICS nations as it seeks to balance East-West relations, though it hopes to advance towards full membership, marking an interesting pivot in its international strategy.