US considering range of options to acquire Greenland, including military force, White House confirms
On January 6, 2026, the White House stated that President Donald Trump and his team are actively discussing "a range of options" to acquire Greenland, explicitly noting that utilising the US military remains "always an option at the Commander-in-Chief's disposal." White House Press Secretary Karoli»»»
Splash into fun! Aquarabia Water Park opens this Eid Al Fitr
Saudi Arabia’s entertainment hotspot is gearing up for a splashy debut. Qiddiya City will launch its Aquarabia Water Park during the Eid Al Fitr holidays, starting on March 19, 2026, an official announcement confirmed. As reported by Saudi Gazette, Aquarabia will be the city’s second major attracti»»»
Higher tax on condoms: China's birth-rate push sputters as couples stay child-free
Twenty-five-year-old Grace and her husband are set on staying child-free, resisting pressure from their parents and society to produce offspring, even as China strives to boost its flagging birth rate. A decade since China scrapped its stringent one-child policy and implemented a two-child policy i»»»
After 10 daughters, a son Is born — and a bigger conversation follows
Dubai: A 37-year-old woman in Haryana has given birth to a baby boy after having ten daughters, drawing renewed attention to maternal health risks and the enduring preference for male children in parts of the country, media reports said. Also Read: ‘We heard three heartbeats’: Indian nurse in Dubai»»»
Developer ordered to refund Dh516,872 after Riviera project delay
Dubai: The Dubai Real Estate Court has ordered the cancellation of a residential property sale contract in a Riviera-area development after finding that the developer failed to meet its contractual obligations and delayed completion and handover of the unit. In its ruling, the court directed the re»»»
An Indian state wants to tackle hate speech with a law - can it work?
Can a law help curb hate speech in India? That's what the southern state of Karnataka is betting on. Last month, legislators passed a bill which aims to prevent hate speech and hate crimes that fuel communal tension or target individuals and groups. Hate speech is not new in India, but it has inten»»»
UAE’s new sugar tax is already changing what residents pay for drinks
Dubai: Shoppers across the UAE are seeing a quiet but widespread reset in drink prices this month after the country overhauled how sweetened beverages are taxed, linking excise duty to sugar content rather than retail price for the first time. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Ba»»»
Elon Musk's xAI raises $20 billion in Nvidia-backed funding round
Elon Musk's artificial intelligence startup xAI announced Tuesday it has raised $20 billion in its latest funding round, surpassing its initial $15 billion target as the company accelerates development of its Grok AI models. Founded by Musk, xAI competes in an increasingly crowded generative AI mar»»»
Alaska Airlines pilot who safely landed plane after panel blew out says Boeing unfairly blamed him
The Alaska Airlines pilot who has been universally praised as a hero for safely landing a jet after a door plug panel flew off shortly after takeoff is suing Boeing because he believes the plane maker wrongly tried to blame him and the rest of the crew. Captain Brandon Fisher was commended by the h»»»
Capitol riot defendants honor Ashli Babbitt 5 years after her death - UPI.com
1 of 3 | Former Proud Boys leader Enrique Tarrio joins January 6 defendants and members of the Proud Boys as they hold a press conference ahead of Tuesday's memorial march on the five-year anniversary of the January 6, 2021, Capitol riot to honor Ashli Babbitt and others. Photo by Annabelle Gordon/»»»
Helicopter appears to crash into slackline in Arizona, killing all passengers
A helicopter appears to have crashed into a slackline strung across part of a remote Arizona canyon for an extreme tightrope-style activity, killing all four passengers. The slackline was "more than one kilometer long," according to the Pinal County Sheriff's Office in Arizona, which added that a w»»»
Earthquake of magnitude 4.5 strikes Tajikistan
Dushanbe, Tajikistan: An earthquake of magnitude 4.5 struck Tajikistan on Wednesday, as reported by the National Centre for Seismology (NCS). Tthe earthquake occurred at 00:47 hours IST at a depth of 170 kilometres. In a post on X, the NCS noted, "EQ of M: 4.5, On: 07/01/2026 00:47:15 IST, Lat: 37.»»»
Trump says Venezuela 'turning over' up to 50 million barrels of oil to US
US President Donald Trump said Tuesday that Venezuela's interim government will deliver up to 50 million barrels of oil to the United States, and that the proceeds "will be controlled by me" as president. Also Read: List: Top 10 countries with biggest confirmed oil reserves"The Interim Authorities »»»
600+ flights cancelled as cold snap hits Europe, winter travel chaos intensifies
At least six people have been reported killed in weather-related incidents across Europe amid a severe cold snap, with hundreds of flights cancelled and thousands of passengers left stranded at major airports including those in Paris and Amsterdam. At least 600 flights had been cancelled at Schipho»»»
Suspect in vandalism of Vice President JD Vance's Ohio home is behind bars
COLUMBUS, Ohio: An individual accused of vandalizing the Ohio home of Vice President JD Vance in the dark of night and causing other property damage was behind bars Tuesday, awaiting action in separate state and federal cases. William D. DeFoor, 26, appeared in two different courtrooms after being »»»
Winter storm coats Hawaiian mountains in snow - UPI.com
Hawaii's normally rocky mountain peaks were blanketed in snow after a winter storm brought a total of 8 inches to 10 inches in the mountains. Video filmed by Derek Petrowski, telescope operator at the W.M. Keck Observatory, showed the summit of Mauna Kea completely covered in snow. Snow is plowed n»»»
Hubble telescope spots 'failed' starless galaxy known as Cloud 9 - UPI.com
Astronomers say they have identified a new type of astronomical object that challenges traditional ideas about how galaxies form. Using data from NASA's Hubble Space Telescope, scientists studied a cloud of gas nicknamed Cloud-9. Located near the spiral galaxy Messier 94, about 14 million light-yea»»»
Brown University mass shooter admits crimes in clip, DOJ says
The self-described "animal" behind a mass shooting at Brown University and the killing of an MIT professor admitted to the crimes in a video made after the spree but gave no motive, authorities said Tuesday. Gunman Claudio Neves Valente killed two people and wounded nine at the Ivy League school be»»»
Texas teachers union sues state over Charlie Kirk investigations - UPI.com
A Texas teachers union on Tuesday asked a federal court to stop a state investigation of teachers accused of making disparaging comments about conservative activist Charlie Kirk's shooting death on September 10. File Photo by Eduardo Barraza/UPI | License Photo Jan. 6 (UPI) -- The Texas American Fe»»»
Qatar Philharmonic Orchestra all set to wow Doha with concerts
Tribune News Network Doha The Qatar Philharmonic Orchestra is set to enchant audiences with its upcoming concert ‘Mozart y Mambo’, prominently featuring Sarah Willis on the horn. Willis, a celebrated member of the Berlin Philharmonic, brings her extraordinary talent and classical finesse to Doha, f»»»
QF’s Multiversity Grants drive cross-universitycollaboration for student and societal impact
Tribune News Network Doha Qatar Foundation has announced the recipients of this year’s Multiversity Grants, awarding funding to seven cross-university projects at Education City that reflect a deliberate reimagining of how universities can operate as interconnected systems. Moving beyond institutio»»»
Pakistan Citrus Festival to kick off at Al Wakrah Old Souq on January 10
The Pakistan Citrus Festival is set to open at Al Wakrah Old Souq on January 10, offering residents and visitors a taste of farm-fresh citrus straight from Pakistan’s orchards. Organised by the Commercial Section of the Embassy of Pakistan in Doha in collaboration with the Souq Waqif Administration»»»
Dr Tabinda Dugal highlights importance of healthy lifestyle in preventing diabetes
Dr Tabinda Dugal, a renowned endocrinologist with extensive international training, has recently shared her expert insights on the latest developments in diabetes, obesity management, and gynaecological endocrinology. Dr Dugal, who relocated to Doha in 2024, brings a wealth of experience from the R»»»
Investment House provides support to QCS programmes through Al Beit Al Mali fund
Tribune News Network Doha In line with its commitment to corporate social responsibility and its dedication to supporting humanitarian and healthcare initiatives in the State of Qatar, Investment House has announced the provision of financial support to Qatar Cancer Society (QCS) in its capacity as»»»
Qatar supports Yemen’s legitimate government: Dr Al Ansari
Continued from page 1 Dr Al Ansari reiterated Qatar’s support for Yemen’s legitimate government, highlighting the continued flow of Qatari humanitarian assistance to Yemen through United Nations agencies and in coordination with partner countries. He also welcomed any international efforts that sup»»»
MoCI recalls several vehicle models
Tribune News Network Doha The Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MoCI), in cooperation with Almana Motors Company, Qatar’s Lincoln dealership, has announced the recall of Lincoln Aviator 2020-2025 Models. The recall is due to the possibility of wind and clicking noises occurring while driving, resu»»»
Qatar to organise GCC General Secretariat for Centers of Documents & Studies meeting today
QNA Doha Qatar will host the 38th meeting of the General Secretariat for Centers of Documents and Studies of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries today. The meeting will discuss the development of documentary work and the integration of efforts aimed at preserving the historical and cultura»»»
Qatar Scientific Excellence Award ceremony on Feb 15
Continued from page 1 She stressed that only candidates who achieved the required scores were selected, following a comprehensive assessment process that included file reviews and interviews, ensuring fairness, transparency and equal opportunities. Congratulating the winners, Al Muhannadi said this»»»
Hour and Hour program launches ‘Tourist Destinations’ initiative to explore tourist, cultural landmarks
Tribune News Network Doha The ‘Hour and Hour’ programme organised the ‘Tourist Destinations’ activity as part of the Qatar Heritage Festival. This was supported by Qatar Museums, Ain Mohammed Village, and in cooperation with the Youth Apparatus of Al Sailiya Sports Club. The activity was held in th»»»
INTBAU Qatar Winter School 2025 concludes with public expo at Heenat Salma Farm
Tribune News Network Doha The INTBAU Qatar Winter School 2025 successfully concluded on January 3 with a public exhibition held at Heenat Salma Farm, organised under the patronage of the Ministry of Social Development and Family. The closing exhibition was held in the presence of Minister of Social»»»
90,000 people benefit from Qatar Charity’s projects in The Gambia during 2025
Tribune News Network Doha Backed by the generosity of Qatar’s donors, Qatar Charity (QC) carried out 256 humanitarian and development projects across The Gambia in 2025, benefiting nearly 90,000 people. The initiatives span water, education, housing, health, food security, orphan care, and emergenc»»»
Building an Inclusive Future: Qatar Foundation’s Model for Autism Support
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) comprises a range of conditions affecting brain development and function, typically observed during early childhood, characterized by difficulties in social interaction, communication, and repetitive behaviors. In Qatar, the prevalence rate is approximately 1 in 87 ch»»»
CMU-Q, ME Council ink MoU to expand cooperation in research education
Tribune News Network Doha Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar (CMU-Q) and the Middle East Council on Global Affairs (ME Council) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish a comprehensive framework for cooperation in research, education and professional development across the region. T»»»
QC lays foundation stone for Sheikh Eid Al Thani Educational Complex in Sri Lanka
Tribune News Network Doha In a significant step to strengthen the education sector, Qatar Charity (QC), in collaboration with the Sheikh Eid Bin Mohammad Al Thani Charitable Foundation, has laid the foundation stone for the Sheikh Eid Bin Mohammad Al Thani Educational Complex in Trincomalee, Sri La»»»
Road accidents tripled: Extreme winter weather claims life of cyclist in Hungary
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Truth or Fake - ‘Thank you, Trump’: video of crying Venezuelans thanking the US is AI-generated
A video showing emotional Venezuelans celebrating the capture of Nicolas Maduro - and thanking Donald Trump - was widely shared on social media, and even reposted by Elon Musk. The clip however, is AI generated. It joins several other false videos claiming to show joy and celebrations in Venezuela,»»»
Armed police patrol streets of Caracas as CIA reportedly advises to keep Maduro loyalists in power
US President Donald Trump has been told by the CIA that Venezuelan now interim president Delcy Rodriguez and other senior officials from Maduro's government are the best bet to maintain stability, sources said. Interior Minister Diosdado Cabello has been on the streets patrolling with security forc»»»
BTA Presents LIK Magazine Issue Entitled "Bulgarian Money" after Bulgaria Joins Eurozone in 2026
On Tuesday, BTA press clubs both in Bulgaria and abroad held events to present the LIK magazine issue entitled "Bulgarian Money". On January 1, 2026, Bulgaria became the latest country to join the euro area. In Sofia, BTA Director General Kiril Valchev said that this issue of the magazine offers an»»»
Report: Law enforcement deaths in 2025 were the lowest since WWII - UPI.com
The number of law enforcement personnel who died in the line of duty in 2025 is the lowest since World War II, the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund announced on Tuesday. File Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo Jan. 6 (UPI) -- The number of U.S. law enforcement officers and agen»»»
UN highlights critical humanitarian needs in northern Syria
New York, Jan.6 (SANA) The United Nations reiterated the need for urgent humanitarian assistance to Syria to improve conditions for displaced people in northern camps, particularly amid harsh winter weather. The UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) reported that 90 displace»»»
US discussing options to acquire Greenland, including use of military, says White House
US President Donald Trump has been discussing "a range of options" to acquire Greenland, including use of the military, the White House said. In a statement, the White House told the BBC that acquiring Greenland was a "national security priority". It comes after Trump again said at the weekend that»»»
US operation in Venezuela marks a 'geopolitical shift'
European leaders have given a low-key response to US President Donald Trump's military intervention in Venezuela as they try to get Trump to help end Russia's war on Ukraine. Venezuela's traditional allies are also in a bind to criticise the US intervention: Russia has to way up the cost of losing »»»
Capture of Maduro by US means Russia, Iran and China lose key ally
Nicolas Maduro's allies have been particularly vocal in their condemnation of the US' capture of the deposed Venezuelan leader. Among them are Russia, Iran and China. US control of oil reserves in Venezuela would mean the United States could control the market, and therefore prices - something worr»»»
Last games of AFCON's round of 16 set to take place
As the AFCON4's round of 16 is set to end, Algeria and DR Congo are battling for a place in the quarterfinals in a highly-anticipated game on January 6. The Ivory Coast is also set to play Burkina Faso, with the former aiming to keep its title after winning the competition last year. FRANCE 24's Se»»»
Maduro's capture divides protesters in New York City
Outside the courthouse where deposed Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro was brought in on charges of drug trafficking, many protesters gathered - but not all with the same views. While some supported the US' military operation, others disagreed with it. FRANCE 24's Jessica Le Masurier was there and s»»»
Exiled Maduro opponent vows to return to Venezuela and slams interim leader
Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado said on January 6 she plans to return home "as soon as possible," and rejected the authority of the interim president who has replaced Nicolas Maduro in Caracas in an interview to US broadcaster Fox News. US President Donald Trump, however, has down»»»
Replay: Watch Trump's address to House republicans and our analysis
Rewatch US President Donald Trump's address to House republicans ahead of pivotal midterms and listen to the analysis of FRANCE 24's correspondent to Washington, Fraser Jackson.»»»
Maduro's legal team includes seasoned lawyer who defended WikiLeaks' Assange
The lawyer who will defend Venezuela's ousted leader Nicolas Maduro when he stands trial in the US on drug trafficking charges is Barry Pollack, also known for representing Wikileaks founder Julian Assange. Pollack secured Assange's release from a British prison in 2024 after negotiating a plea dea»»»
Exiled Maduro opponent lacks Trump support to lead in Venezuela
While seemingly endless questions remain about the future of Venezuela's government, popular opposition leader and Nobel Peace Prize winner Maria Corina Machado has vowed to return to her country. While many see Machado as having had the greatest popular legitimacy to lead Venezuela during the 2024»»»
Who is Delcy Rodriguez, Maduro's VP and now the acting president of Venezuela?
Nicolas Maduro once nicknamed his vice president, Delcy Rodriguez, "The Tigress" for her anti-imperialist rhetoric. Following Maduro's ouster, the Trump administration is hoping her pragmatism will make her a reliable partner to ensure a smooth political transition – and US access to Venezuelan oil»»»