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»»»
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»»»
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»»»
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»»»
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»»»
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»»»
Road accidents tripled: Extreme winter weather claims life of cyclist in Hungary
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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»»»
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»»»
Questions raised over legality of US operation in Venezuela
In an address to House republicans ahead of the midterms, US President Donald Trump spoke of the 'amazing military achievement' in Venezuela following the US operation that led to the arrest of Nicola Maduro on January 3. But dissenting voices are raising questions about the legality of that operat»»»
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»»»
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»»»
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’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»»»
Business - French farmers pile on pressure as Italy reportedly backs Mercosur trade pact
French farmers are continuing their protests across the country this Tuesday, in a bid to raise awareness about the difficult financial situation they face and the threat posed by the EU-Mercosur trade pact. This as Italy has reportedly planned to support the deal when EU ambassadors vote on the me»»»
China acts to end debilitating battle for market share in Central Asia’s auto market
Central Asia A Chinese government regulatory agency has issued draft guidelines for the automotive industry that are expected to increase the cost of Chinese autos imported by Central Asian states, according»»»
China acts to end debilitating battle for market share in Central Asia’s auto market
Central Asia A Chinese government regulatory agency has issued draft guidelines for the automotive industry that are expected to increase the cost of Chinese autos imported by Central Asian states, according»»»
18 companies raised TRY 44bn via Istanbul IPOs in 2025
Eighteen companies raised a combined sum of Turkish lira (TRY) 44bn ($1bn) via Borsa Istanbul initial public offerings (IPOs) in 2025, according to data compiled by bne IntelliNews. In 2024, 34 companies raised TRY 60bn ($»»»
18 companies raised TRY 44bn via Istanbul IPOs in 2025
Eighteen companies raised a combined sum of Turkish lira (TRY) 44bn ($1bn) via Borsa Istanbul initial public offerings (IPOs) in 2025, according to data compiled by bne IntelliNews. In 2024, 34 companies raised TRY 60bn ($»»»
China acts to end debilitating battle for market share in Central Asia’s auto market
Central Asia A Chinese government regulatory agency has issued draft guidelines for the automotive industry that are expected to increase the cost of Chinese autos imported by Central Asian states, according»»»
China acts to end debilitating battle for market share in Central Asia’s auto market
Central Asia A Chinese government regulatory agency has issued draft guidelines for the automotive industry that are expected to increase the cost of Chinese autos imported by Central Asian states, according»»»
China acts to end debilitating battle for market share in Central Asia’s auto market
Central Asia A Chinese government regulatory agency has issued draft guidelines for the automotive industry that are expected to increase the cost of Chinese autos imported by Central Asian states, according»»»
China acts to end debilitating battle for market share in Central Asia’s auto market
Central Asia A Chinese government regulatory agency has issued draft guidelines for the automotive industry that are expected to increase the cost of Chinese autos imported by Central Asian states, according»»»
China acts to end debilitating battle for market share in Central Asia’s auto market
Central Asia A Chinese government regulatory agency has issued draft guidelines for the automotive industry that are expected to increase the cost of Chinese autos imported by Central Asian states, according»»»
Russia’s borscht vegetables set to fall in price in 2025 after strong harvest
Vegetables that make up Russia’s traditional “borscht set” used to calculate the Borscht index – Russia’s answer to the Big Mac index that tracks real inflation -- are expected to become significantly cheaper in 2025 following a strong harvest and efforts by producers to contain prices, TASS report»»»
Roma move back fourth in Serie A as Como lurk
Rome: Attacking duo Evan Ferguson and Artem Dovbyk scored as Roma outclassed Lecce 2-0 to reclaim fourth spot in Serie A on Tuesday from Como who had earlier swept aside struggling Pisa. Roma secured their first away win since November 23 thanks to on-loan Irish forward Ferguson who scored his thir»»»
Somalia condemns Israeli minister's entry into Hargeisa, affirms sovereignty
Mogadishu: Somalia on Tuesday strongly condemned the entry of the Israeli Foreign Minister into Hargeisa, a city that is an integral part of Somalia's sovereign territories. In a statement on Tuesday, the Somali Ministry of Foreign Affairs considered this action a blatant violation of the country's»»»
Boulbina extra-time stunner takes Algeria through to AFCON quarter-finals
Rabat: A thunderous strike by substitute Adil Boulbina deep in extra time settled a tense encounter as Algeria beat the Democratic Republic of Congo 1-0 in their Africa Cup of Nations last-16 tie on Tuesday. The game at the Moulay El Hassan Stadium in Rabat was edging towards a penalty shoot-out wh»»»
Wyoming Supreme Court rules anti-abortion laws unconstitutional - UPI.com
Wyoming's supreme court ruled Tuesday that anti-abortion laws in the state are unconstitutional. File Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo Jan. 6 (UPI) -- The Wyoming Supreme Court ruled Tuesday that two laws banning abortion in the state are unconstitutional because they conflict with a 2012 l»»»
Greek PM Assures Bulgaria that Border Blockade by Farmers Will Be Resolved Soon
During a meeting between Bulgaria's outgoing Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov and Greece's Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis that took place in Paris on Tuesday, Zhelyazkov was assured that the matter of the border blockade organized by protesting Greek farmers will be resolved in the coming days. »»»
Escaped emu captured after three days on the loose in Arizona - UPI.com
An Arizona couple's pet emu was captured a few days after escaping from her owners' home amid New Year's fireworks that apparently spooked the bird. File Photo by Raul Martinez/EPA Jan. 5 (UPI) -- A pet emu was captured in Arizona a few days after escaping from her owners' home amid New Year's Day »»»
Abortion stays legal in Wyoming after state's top court strikes down bans
Abortion will stay legal in Wyoming after the state's top court struck down laws imposing a near-total ban on the procedures. The court ruled that Wyoming's anti-abortion legislation, including the nation's first ban on abortion pills, were in violation of the state's constitution. "A woman has a f»»»
Ferretti yachts set sail in UAE and Oman with new exclusive partner
AAA Marine, formed through the strategic merger of Al Otaiba Investment and RIC Holding, has been appointed the authorised exclusive dealer for Ferretti Group in the UAE and Oman. The partnership spans some of the world’s most prestigious luxury yacht brands, including Ferretti Yachts, Riva, Pershi»»»
UK and France to send troops to Ukraine if peace deal agreed
The UK and France have signed a declaration of intent on deploying troops in Ukraine if there is a peace deal with Russia, UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has said. After talks with Ukraine's allies from more than 30 nations in Paris, he said: "Following a ceasefire, the UK and France will estab»»»
Brits to X: Stop allowing Grok to digitally undress women and girls - UPI.com
Elon Musk's X and its AI platform Grok are in hot water in the United Kingdom over non-consensual AI-generated images of women and girls. File Photo by Francis Chung/UPI | License Photo Jan. 6 (UPI) -- British Technology Secretary Liz Kendall said Elon Musk must deal with "appalling and unacceptabl»»»
China bans military exports to Japan amid Taiwan tension - UPI.com
Chinese officials on Tuesday banned the export of goods to Japan that might have military use in retaliation for Japan's support of Taiwan's status as an independent nation. File Photo courtesy of the Kremlin Press Office | License Photo Jan. 6 (UPI) -- Chinese officials on Tuesday banned the expor»»»
Petro calls on Colombians to defend sovereignty amid Trump threats - UPI.com
Colombian President Gustavo Petro called for a nationwide mobilization Wednesday and urged citizens to “defend sovereignty,” in response to statements by U.S. President Donald Trump that left open the possibility of military intervention. Photo by Carlos Ortega/EPA Jan. 6 (UPI) -- Colombian Preside»»»
Qatar engaged with mediators to reach second phase of Gaza agreement: Advisor to Prime Minister and Spokesperson for Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Doha: Advisor to the Prime Minister and Official Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Dr. Majid bin Mohammed Al Ansari has reaffirmed Qatar's engagement, in cooperation with its mediation partners - the Arab Republic of Egypt, the Republic of Turkiye, and the United States of America - »»»
Rep. Jim Baird of Indiana hospitalized after car crash - UPI.com
Rep. Jim Baird, R-Ind., is expected to make a full recovery after a car crash that injured him and his wife, Danise Baird. File Photo courtesy of House.gov Jan. 6 (UPI) -- Rep. Jim Baird, a Republican who has represented Indiana's 4th Congressional District in Congress since 2019, was hospitalized »»»
Hungarian filmmaker Bela Tarr dies at 70
Budapest: Renowned Hungarian filmmaker Bela Tarr died on Tuesday at the age of 70, the Hungarian news agency MTI reported, citing film director Benedek Fliegauf, who spoke on behalf of Tarr's family. The Hungarian Filmmakers' Association confirmed in a statement that Tarr passed away in the early h»»»