Brown University gunman recorded videos saying attack was planned for months
A gunman who fatally shot two Brown University students before killing a professor in another state planned the attack for months and expressed no remorse, according to transcripts of confessional-style videos released by investigators. Transcripts of the clips show Claudio Manuel Neves Valente, 48»»»
President Ronald Reagan’s son, Michael Reagan, dies at age 80 - UPI.com
The oldest son of former President Ronald Reagan and Jane Wyman, Michael Reagan, died on Sunday at age 80 after battling cancer. File Photo by Archie Carpenter/UPI | License Photo Jan. 6 (UPI) -- Michael Reagan died on Sunday at age 80 while surrounded by his family at his Los Angeles home, his fam»»»
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»»»
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»»»
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»»»
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»»»
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»»»
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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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 »»»
Is U.S. military operation in Venezuela a 'return to 19th century gunboat diplomacy'?
The UN has condemned the US attack on Venezuela & the abduction of Nicolas Maduro. As the world body calls on the int'l community to "come together" & forcefully reject "undermining a fundamental principle of int'l law", Genie Godula welcomes Dr. Edward Blumenthal, Professor of Latin Americ»»»
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»»»
How AI-generated images contributed to the disinformation about Maduro's capture
Several images said to show the capture of Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro have been widely circulated on social media. They are, in fact, fake and were generated by artificial intelligence. It shows how AI is contributing to the spread of disinformation, especially as AI depictions become more re»»»
Trump administration sets meetings with oil companies over Venezuela: reports
US President Donald Trump said this Tuesday that he would be meeting with American oil executives, after last weekend’s stunning series of events in Venezuela. Meanwhile the Organization of American States held an emergency meeting where Brazil, Mexico and Colombia condemned the US military action »»»
Thailand says Cambodia violated 10-day-old ceasefire after cross-border 'accident'
Thailand accused Cambodia on Tuesday of cross-border fire that it said wounded a soldier and violated the fragile 10-day-old ceasefire between the bordering Southeast Asian nations. A truce was reached on December 27, ending three weeks of clashes that killed dozens of people and dis»»»
Iran security forces use tear gas on protesters in Tehran bazaar as toll rises
Iranian security forces used tear gas on protesters in Tehran's bazaar on Tuesday as the death toll from recent protests sparked by the rising cost of living rose to 27, according to a human rights group. Iranian authorities say security force members have also been killed. Iranian security forces »»»
US may intercept and seize oil tanker heading for Europe, reports say
The US may act to seize a Russian-flagged oil tanker heading across the Atlantic to Europe, CBS News, the BBC's media partner in the US, reported. Two US officials told the broadcaster that American forces plan to intercept the ship, which historically has carried Venezuelan crude oil and is though»»»
US envoys join in 'Coalition of the Willing' talks for first time
US President Donald Trump's special envoy Steve Witkoff and son-in-law Jared Kushner travelled to Paris for the meeting of the coalition, launched last year by France and Britain. They were welcomed at the Elysee Palace in Paris by French President Emmanuel Macron with Ukrainian President Volodymyr»»»
What is the "Coalition of the Willing" set to discuss with US envoys at key talks in Paris?
European allies of Ukraine and top US envoys are meeting President Volodymyr Zelensky in Paris on January 6, in their latest bid to agree security guarantees for any ceasefire in Russia's war against its neighbour. The summit of the so-called "Coalition of the Willing" comes despite no ease up in f»»»
Ukraine and top allies aim to make security pledges concrete
The summit of the so-called "Coalition of the Willing" is focused on security guarantees Ukraine requires in the event of a ceasefire to deter further Russian aggression. According to a draft statement before the talks started, Washington would commit to "support" a European-led multinational force»»»
Ukraine’s allies sign declaration on troop deployment after ceasefire
Ukraine’s key European allies on Tuesday signed security guarantees for Ukraine, including the deployment of a multinational military force in the event of a peace deal with Russia. French President Emmanuel Macron said the agreement was a "significant step” that would dissuade further aggressi»»»
Kyiv allies discussing 'what could be put in place after a ceasefire' at key talks in Paris
Volodymy Zelensky is meeting the "Coalition of the Willing", those European leaders who support Kyiv against Russia, as well as top US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner. The goal is to discuss what could happen in terms of security guarantees in case a ceasefire is put in place on the ground. »»»