Risk committee warns of unstable weather through Friday
Greece’s Risk Assessment Committee has warned that unstable weather with rain and thunderstorms will continue to affect large parts of the country through Friday as severe conditions that began earlier this week persist. Authorities said conditions had eased even in the eastern Aegean and Dodecanes»»»
GERB: Bulgaria Joining Board of Peace in No Way Contradicts Common European Consensus
The decision for Bulgaria to join the Board of Peace in no way contradicts the current general European consensus, GERB-UDF Deputy Floor Leader Denitsa Sacheva told reporters on Thursday. She was commenting on the news that outgoing Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov had signed US President Donald Tru»»»
Ukraine's Zelensky laments EU lack of 'political will' in dealing with Russia
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Thursday criticised what he called the EU’s lack of “political will” towards his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin at Davos. Meanwhile, Denmark said NATO chief Mark Rutte could not negotiate over Greenland after the head of the transatlantic alliance discu»»»
ICE detains 5-year-old, 3 other children in Minnesota school district - UPI.com
1 of 4 | Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers check the documentation of a construction worker during a random stop in Minneapolis on Jan. 9. ICE has detained four children from the same Minnesota school district this month, including a 5-year-old boy. Photo by Craig Lassig/UPI | License Ph»»»
Mawani Signs Agreement to Construct Offshore Structures at Ras Al-Khair Port
The Saudi Ports Authority (Mawani) has signed a contract with Singatac Arabia to establish a fabrication center for offshore structures and platforms at Ras Al-Khair Port. The contract supports the oil and gas industry and includes warehouses for prefabricated parts, specialized welding equipment, »»»
About 30 countries expected to join Trump's 'Board of Peace'
US President Donald Trump has unveiled his “Board of Peace,” a $1 billion initiative aimed at resolving international conflicts through permanent membership. Initially designed to oversee Gaza’s reconstruction, a draft of the board’s charter suggests its mandate could extend beyond the Palestinian »»»
Vampire film Sinners breaks Oscar nominations record
Vampire horror film Sinners has broken the record for the most Oscar nominations received by a single film, after being nominated for 16 of Hollywood's most coveted honours. The film beat the previous record of 14 nominations, and emerged ahead of its nearest rival this year, Leonardo DiCaprio's th»»»
Trump's Venezuela oil gambit: Constraints and global impact
Sarah KellyAs Trump vows to take control of Venezuela's vast oil reserves, is the move really about crude — or about curbing China and Russia? And what could it mean for global energy markets? Independent energy analyst Mikhail Krutikhin explains. https://p.dw.com/p/56L4uAdvertisementSarah Kelly An»»»
Trump to meet Zelensky as envoy heads to Moscow amid Ukraine peace efforts
US President Donald Trump is scheduled to meet Ukraine’s Volodymyr Zelensky in Davos, while his special envoy, Steve Witkoff, travels to Moscow for another meeting with Russia’s Vladimir Putin. Ahead of his departure, Witkoff stated that progress is being made toward ending the war in Ukraine. Dela»»»
Chilling parallels: Two young men vanish in Budapest 13 years apart
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One item left on Russia-Ukraine peace agenda – Witkoff
Only one item needs to be resolved in the Russia-Ukraine peace negotiations to end the war in Ukraine, Special Envoy Steve Witkoff said on January 22 following a meeting between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy and US President Donald Trump in Davos. »»»
One item left on Russia-Ukraine peace agenda – Witkoff
Only one item needs to be resolved in the Russia-Ukraine peace negotiations to end the war in Ukraine, Special Envoy Steve Witkoff said on January 22 following a meeting between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy and US President Donald Trump in Davos. »»»
Peevski Says Bulgaria Has Taken Decisive Step for Its Future
Movement for Rights and Freedoms – New Beginning Floor Leader Delyan Peevski said in a press release on Thursday that he welcomed outgoing Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov and the Bulgarian government for taking a decisive step for the country’s future by joining the Charter of the US President Dona»»»
Which Countries Have Signed US-led Gaza Peace Board Charter?
The charter for US President Donald Trump’s Board of Peace for Gaza was signed by 19 countries and the self-proclaimed state of Kosovo at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. The Board, announced by Trump on January 16, includes US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and special envoy Steve W»»»
DIMDEX 2026 concludes with signing of over 70 agreements at record value exceeding QR18.5 bn
DOHA: The ninth edition of the Doha International Maritime Defence Exhibition and Conference (DIMDEX 2026) concluded on Thursday, at the Qatar National Convention Centre, under the gracious patronage of His HighnesstheAmir of the State of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, the Supreme Commander»»»
Prime Minister signs document on Qatar's joining Board of Peace
Davos: Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani signed Thursday a document regarding the State of Qatar's joining of the Board of Peace, during the signing ceremony of the charter establishing the council in Davos, Switzerland, in the pre»»»
Japan records a 5th straight yearly trade deficit
Japan posted a trade deficit for the fifth straight year in 2025, according to government data released Thursday, as exports were hit by U.S. President Donald Trump's tariffs and a diplomatic rift with neighboring China. For the full year, Japan logged a 2.65 trillion yen ($17 billion) trade defici»»»
As Trump talks tariffs, his Argentine ally welcomes first shipload of Chinese EVs
The vast field of over 5,800 electric and hybrid vehicles gleamed on the cargo deck of the BYD Changzhou, an Chinese container vessel unloading Wednesday at a river port in eastern Argentina. In other places, such a scene would not be noteworthy. Chinese automaker BYD has sped up its exports and un»»»
Landslides in New Zealand kill 2, search for missing continues - UPI.com
Record-breaking torrential rain across the north island of New Zealand was being blamed for at least two deadly landlides that claimed the lives of two people on Thursday in one of the country's most popular holiday regions. File photo by New Zealand Police/EPA-EFE Jan. 22 (UPI) -- At least two peo»»»
Zelensky Says Meeting with Trump in Davos was 'Very Good'
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said he had a "very good" meeting with US President Donald Trump in Davos on Thursday. "We spoke about documents and about air defense," Zelensky told reporters briefly without elaborating before addressing the World Economic Forum in the Swiss ski resort. Zel»»»
Danish PM thanks Starmer for support over Greenland
Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen has thanked Sir Keir Starmer for his "strong support" over US President Donald Trump's threats to annex Greenland, as the pair met in the UK. Frederiksen said it was important to know "Europeans stand together" and "don't get divided" during what she describe»»»
Trump launches Board of Peace in Davos with over 20 countries signing charter
US President Donald Trump formally launched his Board of Peace initiative at a signing ceremony in Davos on January 22, with representatives from more than 20 countries endorsing the charter for an international organisation originally conceived to oversee Gaza reconstruction. »»»
Trump launches Board of Peace in Davos with over 20 countries signing charter
US President Donald Trump formally launched his Board of Peace initiative at a signing ceremony in Davos on January 22, with representatives from more than 20 countries endorsing the charter for an international organisation originally conceived to oversee Gaza reconstruction. »»»
Milei declares "world has begun to awaken" in Davos speech praising free markets
Argentine President Javier Milei declared on January 22 that "the world has begun to awaken" to free-market ideals, using his third consecutive speech at the World Economic Forum to champion capitalism whilst claiming the Americas would become "the beacon of light" for Western civilisation. »»»
Trump launches Board of Peace in Davos with over 20 countries signing charter
US President Donald Trump formally launched his Board of Peace initiative at a signing ceremony in Davos on January 22, with representatives from more than 20 countries endorsing the charter for an international organisation originally conceived to oversee Gaza reconstruction. »»»
Trump launches Board of Peace in Davos with over 20 countries signing charter
US President Donald Trump formally launched his Board of Peace initiative at a signing ceremony in Davos on January 22, with representatives from more than 20 countries endorsing the charter for an international organisation originally conceived to oversee Gaza reconstruction. »»»
Trump launches Board of Peace in Davos with over 20 countries signing charter
US President Donald Trump formally launched his Board of Peace initiative at a signing ceremony in Davos on January 22, with representatives from more than 20 countries endorsing the charter for an international organisation originally conceived to oversee Gaza reconstruction. »»»
Trump launches Board of Peace in Davos with over 20 countries signing charter
US President Donald Trump formally launched his Board of Peace initiative at a signing ceremony in Davos on January 22, with representatives from more than 20 countries endorsing the charter for an international organisation originally conceived to oversee Gaza reconstruction. »»»
Trump launches Board of Peace in Davos with over 20 countries signing charter
US President Donald Trump formally launched his Board of Peace initiative at a signing ceremony in Davos on January 22, with representatives from more than 20 countries endorsing the charter for an international organisation originally conceived to oversee Gaza reconstruction. »»»
Trump launches Board of Peace in Davos with over 20 countries signing charter
US President Donald Trump formally launched his Board of Peace initiative at a signing ceremony in Davos on January 22, with representatives from more than 20 countries endorsing the charter for an international organisation originally conceived to oversee Gaza reconstruction. »»»
Trump launches Board of Peace in Davos with over 20 countries signing charter
US President Donald Trump formally launched his Board of Peace initiative at a signing ceremony in Davos on January 22, with representatives from more than 20 countries endorsing the charter for an international organisation originally conceived to oversee Gaza reconstruction. »»»
Trump launches Board of Peace in Davos with over 20 countries signing charter
US President Donald Trump formally launched his Board of Peace initiative at a signing ceremony in Davos on January 22, with representatives from more than 20 countries endorsing the charter for an international organisation originally conceived to oversee Gaza reconstruction. »»»
Prime minister signs document regarding Qatar's accession to Peace Council
DAVOS: Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani has signed a document on the State of Qatar's accession to the Peace Council. This took place during the signing ceremony for the Council's charter, held in Davos, Switzerland, in the presen»»»
Trump launches Board of Peace in Davos with over 20 countries signing charter
US President Donald Trump formally launched his Board of Peace initiative at a signing ceremony in Davos on January 22, with representatives from more than 20 countries endorsing the charter for an international organisation originally conceived to oversee Gaza reconstruction. »»»
Trump launches Board of Peace in Davos with over 20 countries signing charter
US President Donald Trump formally launched his Board of Peace initiative at a signing ceremony in Davos on January 22, with representatives from more than 20 countries endorsing the charter for an international organisation originally conceived to oversee Gaza reconstruction. »»»
Trump's dispute with the Fed puts agency independence in question - UPI.com
1 of 3 | The conflict between President Donald Trump and Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell is raising urgent questions about the independence of the regulatory system. File Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo Jan. 22 (UPI) -- The conflict between President Donald Trump and Federal Reserve»»»
Kuwaiti woman gets 15 years in prison over cannabis cultivation
Dubai: Kuwait's Criminal Court sentenced a Kuwaiti woman to 15 years in prison and fined her KD10,000 after convicting her of cultivating, trafficking and using cannabis and psychotropic substances, following a security operation that led to the raid of her home. The ruling came after the General D»»»
Israel's destruction of Lebanon's environment raises international law questions
By Mireille Rebeiz, Dickinson College and Josiane Yazbeck, Université La Sagesse (THE CONVERSATION) More than a year after a ceasefire nominally ended active fighting, much of southern Lebanon bears the ecological scars of war. Avocado orchards are gone and beehives destroyed. So, too, are the live»»»
'Board of Peace' signed by Donald Trump: a $1bn price tag for permanent membership
US President Donald Trump has unveiled his “Board of Peace,” a $1 billion initiative aimed at resolving international conflicts through permanent membership. Initially designed to oversee Gaza’s reconstruction, a draft of the board’s charter suggests its mandate could extend beyond the Palestinian »»»
REPLAY: US President Trump speaks at Davos unveiling 'Board of Peace' project
This is a replay about US President Trump's speech at Davos unveiling 'Board of Peace' project.»»»
US begins transfer of up to 7,000 IS group detainees from Syria to Iraq
The US army has begun transferring up to 7,000 detained Islamic State (IS) group fighters from Syria to prison facilities in Iraq as the Kurdish-led, US-backed Syrian Democratic Forces start handing back Syrian prisons to the government. An initial group of around 150 detainees was moved on Wednesd»»»
Gaza’s Rafah crossing with Egypt to reopen ‘in both directions’ next week
The Rafah crossing, which links Egypt with the Gaza Strip, will be reopened in “both directions” next week, an administrator for the enclave said on Thursday. “Opening Rafah signals that Gaza is no longer closed to the future and the world,” he said. The Rafah border crossing between Egypt and the »»»
French dairy giant Lactalis recalls baby formula in 18 countries due to toxin
French dairy maker Lactalis has recalled baby formula in 18 countries after it was discovered that some batches may contain a dangerous toxin. Since the start of this year, three of the world’s biggest dairy companies, including also Nestlé and Danone, have issued recalls on baby milk due to contam»»»
Japan jails ex-PM Shinzo Abe assassin for life after guilty verdict in 2022 killing
The gunman charged with killing Japan’s former prime minister Shinzo Abe was found guilty and sentenced to life in prison on Wednesday, more than three years after the brazen daylight assassination shocked the country. Judge Shinichi Tanaka handed down the ruling at a court in the city of»»»
Middlesex University-owner eyes bigger growth in Saudi Arabia, UAE after listing
Dubai: Saudi Arabia-listed Almasar Alshamil Education has unveiled plans to expand its special needs education network across Saudi Arabia and bring international universities into the Kingdom, as it accelerates regional growth following its Tadawul listing. Sign up for our daily business newslette»»»
Truth or Fake - Greenland: Trump falsely claims the US 'gave back' territory to Denmark
In his lengthy speech at Davos, US President Donald Trump falsely claimed the US "gave back" Greenland to Denmark after World War II. In reality, Greenland has never been America's to give back at all. Vedika Bahl goes through the facts – and falsehoods – surrounding Greenland in this edi»»»
Live: NATO chief cannot negotiate Greenland on behalf of Denmark, govt says
NATO chief Mark Rutte cannot negotiate on behalf of Denmark over Greenland, the Danish defence minister said Thursday, a day after the head of the transatlantic alliance discussed a “framework” for the future of the autonomous Danish territory with US President Donald Trump. The talks, of which few»»»
The Debate - The Apprentice, Davos edition? Trump blasts Europe at World Economic Forum
From windmills to NATO, Donald Trump let the world have it from the podium of the World Economic Forum. For more than an hour, the president of the United States took on all-comers in his first return to Davos in six years. We ask about the latest threatening language on tariffs and grabbing Greenl»»»
Press Review - Maybe I will, maybe I won't: Trump U-turns on taking Greenland by force
PRESS REVIEW – Thursday, January 22: We look at reactions from the international press after US President Donald Trump's flip-flopping on taking Greenland by force. One analysis warns that Trump is undermining US diplomacy on the world stage. Elsewhere, French daily Libération looks at the gro»»»
UK's Starmer Welcomes Trump Move to Drop Greenland Tariff Threat
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer told his Danish counterpart on Thursday that US President Donald Trump's decision not to pursue tariffs on European countries who opposed his plans to take control of Greenland was a pragmatic and common sense step. Trump abruptly stepped back on Wednesday from»»»