BBC 1m

Actor Kiefer Sutherland arrested over alleged assault of ride-share driver

Canadian actor Kiefer Sutherland has been arrested after allegedly assaulting and threatening a ride-share driver in Hollywood, police have said. Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) said Sutherland "entered a ride-share vehicle, physically assaulted the driver (the victim), and made criminal threa»»»

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BBC 14m

US Supreme Court appears likely to uphold restrictions on transgender athletes

A majority of the nine justices on the US Supreme Court appear inclined to uphold state bans on transgender women and girls competing in female school sports. During oral arguments on Tuesday, the court considered cases from students in two different states who are challenging bans on participation»»»

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BBC 30m

'Welcome to 2976' - North Africa's Amazigh people ring in the new year

Across North Africa, the Amazigh people have been coming together to usher in the year 2976. They have, unfortunately, not cracked time travel. Rather, they are almost a thousand years ahead of much of the world because they follow a calendar that starts at 950 BC, when King Sheshonq ascended the t»»»

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UPI 38m

DHS disputes NYC officials' account of council staffer detained by ICE - UPI.com

The Department of Homeland Security, Secretary Kristi Noem, has refuted New York City officials' description of a council employee detained by ICE earlier this week, arguing that he was in the country illegally. Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo Jan. 13 (UPI) -- The New York City Council emp»»»

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RT 42m

‘A jellyfish has more spine than Europeans’ – professor on Trump’s plans to annex Greenland

Europe is too weak to stand up to US President Donald Trump’s ambitions to bring Greenland under American control, journalism professor Greg Simons has said. Trump stated last week that the US must annex Greenland – a Danish self-governing island – to contain Russia and China, claiming the two coun»»»

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Gulf News 43m

Saudi Arabia braces for sharp cold snap as temperatures dip below freezing

Dubai: Saudi Arabia will see a sharp drop in temperatures as a cold wave is set to sweep across large parts of the Kingdom from today, with some areas expected to record temperatures below zero. The National Centre of Meteorology has warned that the cold spell will bring a noticeable fall in temper»»»

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Gulf News 43m

UAE braces for cooler temperatures and strong winds amid fluctuating weather

Dubai: Fluctuating weather conditions continue to affect the UAE over the coming days, with cooler temperatures, periods of mist and strengthening winds expected across several parts of the country, the National Centre of Meteorology said on Wednesday. The NCM said the country is being influenced b»»»

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Gulf News 58m

Lionsoul Global announces strategic partnership with ALTNovel

Lionsoul Global (“Lionsoul”) is pleased to announce a new strategic partnership with ALTNovel Capital Ltd (“ALTNovel”), an Abu Dhabi Global Market (“ADGM”)–based investment platform focused on private capital opportunities, data-driven research, and ethical impact investing. Through this partnershi»»»

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France24 1h

Iran protests death toll tops 2,000, activists say, in worst upheaval since 1979 revolution

US-based activists said the death toll in the Iranian government's crackdown on the largest protest movement since the 1979 revolution had passed 2,000. While an enduring internet blackout has made it impossible to know the full scale of the violence, some Iranians have been able to report what the»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Trump warns of 'very strong action' if Iran hangs protesters

US President Donald Trump warned Tuesday of unspecified "very strong action" if Iranian authorities go ahead with threatened hangings of some protesters, with Tehran calling American warnings a "pretext for military intervention". International outrage has built over the crackdown that a rights gro»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Iran calls on UN chief, Security Council to condemn US for inciting violence

United Nations: Iranian UN ambassador Amir Saeid Iravani asked the UN secretary-general and the Security Council to condemn the United States for inciting violence and threatening to use force against his country. In a letter addressed to UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres and Somali UN ambassad»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Why countries change their currency — and what Syria’s move really means

Money is a tool for citizens, institutions, and governments. It facilitates buying and selling within a country and enables transactions in foreign markets. However, it may fail to perform this role when its value collapses and people turn to stronger, more widely accepted currencies in internation»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Visa-free travel for Indian passport holders in 2026: Complete list of 55 destinations

India has risen to 80th place in the Henley Passport Index 2026, tied with Algeria, granting passport holders visa-free access to 55 countries. The jump from 85th last year reflects steady progress in diplomatic outreach and expanding international travel opportunities. With this access, Indian tra»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Multiple Americans detained in Venezuela have been released, Trump administration says

WASHINGTON: Multiple Americans who were detained in Venezuela have been released, the Trump administration said Tuesday. “We welcome the release of detained Americans in Venezuela,” the State Department said. Also Read: Hundreds more in Venezuela say their loved ones are political prisonersAlso Rea»»»

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Gulf News 2h

Hundreds more in Venezuela say their loved ones are political prisoners

GUANARE, Venezuela: Freedom came too late for Edilson Torres. The police officer was buried Tuesday in his humble, rural hometown following his death in a Venezuelan prison, where he was held incommunicado since his December detention on what his family said were politically motivated accusations. »»»

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Gulf News 2h

Philippines: Passport power rises to 68th globally, economy 9th in Asia

Manila: The Philippine passport now ranks 68th globally, with a world reach of 39%, the latest Passport Index shows. This means Filipinos can access about two-fifths of the world's countries with relative ease. With a population of over 116 million, these metrics highlight both the opportunities – »»»

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Gulf News 2h

Iran says US seeking 'pretext for military intervention'

Iran's government on Tuesday accused the United States of seeking to manufacture a pretext for military intervention, after US President Donald Trump threatened "strong action" over the deadly crackdown on mass protests. "US fantasies and policy toward Iran are rooted in regime change, with sanctio»»»

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BNE 2h

ASIA BLOG: How Asia’s leading powers would view US or Israeli action against Iran

If and when Washington and / or Israel strike Iran in response to the increasing death toll following days of anti-establishment demonstrations – official figures currently put the number around 2,000 - the bombs dropped would send shockwaves far beyond the Middle East. In East and South Asia, wher»»»

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BNE 2h

ASIA BLOG: How Asia’s leading powers would view US or Israeli action against Iran

If and when Washington and / or Israel strike Iran in response to the increasing death toll following days of anti-establishment demonstrations – official figures currently put the number around 2,000 - the bombs dropped would send shockwaves far beyond the Middle East. In East and South Asia, wher»»»

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BNE 2h

ASIA BLOG: How Asia’s leading powers would view US or Israeli action against Iran

If and when Washington and / or Israel strike Iran in response to the increasing death toll following days of anti-establishment demonstrations – official figures currently put the number around 2,000 - the bombs dropped would send shockwaves far beyond the Middle East. In East and South Asia, wher»»»

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BNE 2h

ASIA BLOG: How Asia’s leading powers would view US or Israeli action against Iran

If and when Washington and / or Israel strike Iran in response to the increasing death toll following days of anti-establishment demonstrations – official figures currently put the number around 2,000 - the bombs dropped would send shockwaves far beyond the Middle East. In East and South Asia, wher»»»

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BNE 2h

ASIA BLOG: How Asia’s leading powers would view US or Israeli action against Iran

If and when Washington and / or Israel strike Iran in response to the increasing death toll following days of anti-establishment demonstrations – official figures currently put the number around 2,000 - the bombs dropped would send shockwaves far beyond the Middle East. In East and South Asia, wher»»»

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BNE 2h

ASIA BLOG: How Asia’s leading powers would view US or Israeli action against Iran

If and when Washington and / or Israel strike Iran in response to the increasing death toll following days of anti-establishment demonstrations – official figures currently put the number around 2,000 - the bombs dropped would send shockwaves far beyond the Middle East. In East and South Asia, wher»»»

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BNE 2h

ASIA BLOG: How Asia’s leading powers would view US or Israeli action against Iran

If and when Washington and / or Israel strike Iran in response to the increasing death toll following days of anti-establishment demonstrations – official figures currently put the number around 2,000 - the bombs dropped would send shockwaves far beyond the Middle East. In East and South Asia, wher»»»

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BNE 2h

ASIA BLOG: How Asia’s leading powers would view US or Israeli action against Iran

If and when Washington and / or Israel strike Iran in response to the increasing death toll following days of anti-establishment demonstrations – official figures currently put the number around 2,000 - the bombs dropped would send shockwaves far beyond the Middle East. In East and South Asia, wher»»»

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BNE 2h

ASIA BLOG: How Asia’s leading powers would view US or Israeli action against Iran

If and when Washington and / or Israel strike Iran in response to the increasing death toll following days of anti-establishment demonstrations – official figures currently put the number around 2,000 - the bombs dropped would send shockwaves far beyond the Middle East. In East and South Asia, wher»»»

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BNE 2h

ASIA BLOG: How Asia’s leading powers would view US or Israeli action against Iran

If and when Washington and / or Israel strike Iran in response to the increasing death toll following days of anti-establishment demonstrations – official figures currently put the number around 2,000 - the bombs dropped would send shockwaves far beyond the Middle East. In East and South Asia, wher»»»

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BNE 2h

ASIA BLOG: How Asia’s leading powers would view US or Israeli action against Iran

If and when Washington and / or Israel strike Iran in response to the increasing death toll following days of anti-establishment demonstrations – official figures currently put the number around 2,000 - the bombs dropped would send shockwaves far beyond the Middle East. In East and South Asia, wher»»»

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BNE 2h

ASIA BLOG: How Asia’s leading powers would view US or Israeli action against Iran

If and when Washington and / or Israel strike Iran in response to the increasing death toll following days of anti-establishment demonstrations – official figures currently put the number around 2,000 - the bombs dropped would send shockwaves far beyond the Middle East. In East and South Asia, wher»»»

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BNE 2h

ASIA BLOG: How Asia’s leading powers would view US or Israeli action against Iran

If and when Washington and / or Israel strike Iran in response to the increasing death toll following days of anti-establishment demonstrations – official figures currently put the number around 2,000 - the bombs dropped would send shockwaves far beyond the Middle East. In East and South Asia, wher»»»

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BNE 2h

ASIA BLOG: How Asia’s leading powers would view US or Israeli action against Iran

If and when Washington and / or Israel strike Iran in response to the increasing death toll following days of anti-establishment demonstrations – official figures currently put the number around 2,000 - the bombs dropped would send shockwaves far beyond the Middle East. In East and South Asia, wher»»»

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BNE 2h

Yen set for limited rebound after a bruising year

The Japanese yen is expected to stage a modest recovery in 2026, though it is likely to remain weak by historical standards after a volatile and punishing year, according to analysts at Fitch Ratings. By the end of 2025 th»»»

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BNE 2h

ASIA BLOG: How Asia’s leading powers would view US or Israeli action against Iran

If and when Washington and / or Israel strike Iran in response to the increasing death toll following days of anti-establishment demonstrations – official figures currently put the number around 2,000 - the bombs dropped would send shockwaves far beyond the Middle East. In East and South Asia, wher»»»

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BNE 2h

ASIA BLOG: How Asia’s leading powers would view US or Israeli action against Iran

If and when Washington and / or Israel strike Iran in response to the increasing death toll following days of anti-establishment demonstrations – official figures currently put the number around 2,000 - the bombs dropped would send shockwaves far beyond the Middle East. In East and South Asia, wher»»»

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BNE 2h

ASIA BLOG: How Asia’s leading powers would view US or Israeli action against Iran

If and when Washington and / or Israel strike Iran in response to the increasing death toll following days of anti-establishment demonstrations – official figures currently put the number around 2,000 - the bombs dropped would send shockwaves far beyond the Middle East. In East and South Asia, wher»»»

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BNE 2h

ASIA BLOG: How Asia’s leading powers would view US or Israeli action against Iran

If and when Washington and / or Israel strike Iran in response to the increasing death toll following days of anti-establishment demonstrations – official figures currently put the number around 2,000 - the bombs dropped would send shockwaves far beyond the Middle East. In East and South Asia, wher»»»

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BNE 2h

ASIA BLOG: How Asia’s leading powers would view US or Israeli action against Iran

If and when Washington and / or Israel strike Iran in response to the increasing death toll following days of anti-establishment demonstrations – official figures currently put the number around 2,000 - the bombs dropped would send shockwaves far beyond the Middle East. In East and South Asia, wher»»»

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BNE 2h

ASIA BLOG: How Asia’s leading powers would view US or Israeli action against Iran

If and when Washington and / or Israel strike Iran in response to the increasing death toll following days of anti-establishment demonstrations – official figures currently put the number around 2,000 - the bombs dropped would send shockwaves far beyond the Middle East. In East and South Asia, wher»»»

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BNE 2h

Chinese company poised to expand production at massive Turkmen gas field

China’s National Petroleum Co (CNPC) is set to begin work on a sector, dubbed Phase Four, of Turkmenistan’s massive Galkynysh gas field, according to a Turkmen government report. The sector, once pumping at »»»

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BNE 2h

ASIA BLOG: How Asia’s leading powers would view US or Israeli action against Iran

If and when Washington and / or Israel strike Iran in response to the increasing death toll following days of anti-establishment demonstrations – official figures currently put the number around 2,000 - the bombs dropped would send shockwaves far beyond the Middle East. In East and South Asia, wher»»»

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BNE 2h

ASIA BLOG: How Asia’s leading powers would view US or Israeli action against Iran

If and when Washington and / or Israel strike Iran in response to the increasing death toll following days of anti-establishment demonstrations – official figures currently put the number around 2,000 - the bombs dropped would send shockwaves far beyond the Middle East. In East and South Asia, wher»»»

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BNE 2h

ASIA BLOG: How Asia’s leading powers would view US or Israeli action against Iran

If and when Washington and / or Israel strike Iran in response to the increasing death toll following days of anti-establishment demonstrations – official figures currently put the number around 2,000 - the bombs dropped would send shockwaves far beyond the Middle East. In East and South Asia, wher»»»

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BNE 2h

ASIA BLOG: How Asia’s leading powers would view US or Israeli action against Iran

If and when Washington and / or Israel strike Iran in response to the increasing death toll following days of anti-establishment demonstrations – official figures currently put the number around 2,000 - the bombs dropped would send shockwaves far beyond the Middle East. In East and South Asia, wher»»»

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BNE 2h

ASIA BLOG: How Asia’s leading powers would view US or Israeli action against Iran

If and when Washington and / or Israel strike Iran in response to the increasing death toll following days of anti-establishment demonstrations – official figures currently put the number around 2,000 - the bombs dropped would send shockwaves far beyond the Middle East. In East and South Asia, wher»»»

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BNE 2h

Chinese company poised to expand production at massive Turkmen gas field

China’s National Petroleum Co (CNPC) is set to begin work on a sector, dubbed Phase Four, of Turkmenistan’s massive Galkynysh gas field, according to a Turkmen government report. The sector, once pumping at »»»

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BNE 2h

ASIA BLOG: How Asia’s leading powers would view US or Israeli action against Iran

If and when Washington and / or Israel strike Iran in response to the increasing death toll following days of anti-establishment demonstrations – official figures currently put the number around 2,000 - the bombs dropped would send shockwaves far beyond the Middle East. In East and South Asia, wher»»»

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BNE 2h

ASIA BLOG: How Asia’s leading powers would view US or Israeli action against Iran

If and when Washington and / or Israel strike Iran in response to the increasing death toll following days of anti-establishment demonstrations – official figures currently put the number around 2,000 - the bombs dropped would send shockwaves far beyond the Middle East. In East and South Asia, wher»»»

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BNE 2h

Chinese company poised to expand production at massive Turkmen gas field

China’s National Petroleum Co (CNPC) is set to begin work on a sector, dubbed Phase Four, of Turkmenistan’s massive Galkynysh gas field, according to a Turkmen government report. The sector, once pumping at »»»

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BNE 2h

Ukraine destroys key Russian drone factory, but is losing the drone and missile war

Ukraine has stepped up its campaign against Russia’s defence-industrial base with a strike on a key drone-production facility in the southern city of Taganrog, underscoring Kyiv’s growing focus on disrupting Moscow’s ability to wage long-range warfare. »»»

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