Bulgarian News Agency 17m

NSI President Warns of Significant Risk of Deceased People Featuring in Voter Rolls If Last Population Census Is Used for Upcoming Elections

The last population census was conducted in September 2021 and, according to a rough estimate, the number of people who will have died by the time of the elections will exceed half a million, meaning there is a significant risk that deceased individuals could be included in the voter rolls, Nationa»»»

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BBC 29m

Second lady Usha Vance announces she is pregnant with fourth child

Usha Vance, the wife of Vice-President JD Vance, has announced she is pregnant with her fourth child. In a post on X, the second lady said she is looking forward to welcoming a boy in late July. "Usha and the baby are doing well," a statement posted on Tuesday to the second lady's social media acco»»»

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UPI 36m

Trump: 'You'll find out' how far he'll go to take Greenland - UPI.com

President Donald Trump speaks during the White House press briefing in the James S. Brady Press Briefing Room of the White House on Tuesday. Trump discussed Immigration and Customs Enforcement arrests in Minnesota, as well as his administration's accomplishments on the one-year anniversary of Trump»»»

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RT 40m

NATO chief likened to ‘McDonald’s employee of the month’

NATO chief Mark Rutte has been branded a groveling “McDonald’s employee of the month” by a senior EU politician, in a brutal critique of his fawning message to US President Donald Trump. The jab, posted on X by French MEP and former chair of the European Parliament’s defense subcommittee Nathalie L»»»

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Sana 57m

Syrian government keen to achieve stability, build unified state – Ambassador Olabi

New York, Jan.20 (SANA) – Syria’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Ambassador Ibrahim Olabi, said that the Syrian government has granted the Syrian Democratic Forces a four-day deadline for internal consultations and the submission of a clear action plan, stressing that Syrian forces»»»

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The Peninsula 1h

Qatar condemns explosion in Kabul

Doha, Qatar: The State of Qatar on Tuesday expressed its condemnation and denunciation of the explosion that occurred in the Afghan capital, Kabul, which resulted in the deaths and injuries of Afghan and Chinese citizens. In a statement shared by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, it reiterated the S»»»

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BBC 1h

US justice department subpoenas Minnesota officials in alleged immigration obstruction probe

The US justice department has served subpoenas to Democratic Minnesota officials alleging that they conspired to impede federal immigration officers in the state, the officials said. Governor Tim Walz, along with Attorney General Keith Ellison and Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey, are among those who w»»»

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BBC 1h

Father 'haunted' that son's body lay in morgue for over a year

The father of a Belfast man whose body lay unidentified in a Dublin morgue for more than a year has said the family are haunted by the thought that they were living their lives while he was "lying there in a refrigerator". The remains of James 'Jim' O'Neill, 43, from Belfast, were discovered in Pho»»»

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BBC 1h

Lyse Doucet: Trump is shaking the world order more than any president since WW2

On day one, he put the world on notice. "Nothing will stand in our way," President Donald Trump declared, to thunderous applause, as he ended his inauguration speech in a cold Washington winter on this day last year, at the start of his second term. Did the world fail to take enough notice? Tucked »»»

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Jordan Times 1h

Jordan, Japan Convene 8th dialogue on economic development policy

AMMAN — The Governments of Jordan and Japan held on Tuesday the eighth meeting of the Jordan–Japan Policy Dialogue on Economic Development.The dialogue was attended by Director General of the International Cooperation Bureau, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan Hideo Ishizuki, officials from the J»»»

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Gulf News 1h

UAE condemns terrorist attack in Kabul

Abu Dhabi: The United Arab Emirates has condemned in the strongest terms the terrorist attack that occurred in central Kabul, Afghanistan, which resulted in a number of deaths and injuries. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) affirmed that the UAE expresses its strong condemnatio»»»

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UPI 2h

Guatemala’s Congress OKs state of siege to respond to gang violence - UPI.com

Guatemala's minister of the interior, Marco Antonio Villeda presents a flag to the family member of a slain police officer at the Ministry of the Interior in Guatemala City, Guatemala, on Monday. Guatemala is under a state of siege decreed by the government of President Bernardo Arevalo de Leon aft»»»

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Gulf News 2h

Global capital is shifting — Investopia explains why

Davos: For the first time, Investopia took part in the World Economic Forum 2026 in Davos through “Investopia-Davos”, marked by a high-level panel discussion entitled: “Where Will Global Capital Move Next? Platforms, Policies, and Partnerships Shaping the New Economy.” The session was attended by A»»»

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Gulf News 2h

Trust, reputation and resilience: UAE’s message from Davos

Davos: The United Arab Emirates participated in a high-level dialogue session that discussed the role of soft power in strengthening economic resilience and rebuilding trust in a world experiencing increasing volatility, as part of the 2026 Annual Meeting of the World Economic Forum in Davos. The s»»»

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UPI 2h

Jury selection begins in rape, trafficking trial of 3 Alexander brothers - UPI.com

Alon Alexander, 37, (R) and his twin brother, Oren (C) attend a bond hearing in Miami in December 2024. According to a federal indictment, Oren, along with his brothers Alon and Tal, are alleged to have "repeatedly and violently drug, sexually assault, and rape dozens of victims." File Photo by Mat»»»

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UPI 2h

Trump-backed Rep. Julia Letlow seeks to unseat Sen. Bill Cassidy - UPI.com

1 of 2 | Rep. Julia Letlow, R-La., on Tuesday announced she will challenge incumbent Sen. Bill Cassidy, R-La., in the Louisiana Republican primary in May. File Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo Jan. 20 (UPI) -- Rep. Julia Letlow, R-La., on Tuesday announced her candidacy to challenge incumbe»»»

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The Peninsula 2h

NHRC Chairperson meets UK Special Envoy for Women and Girls

Doha, Qatar: The Chairperson of the National Human Rights Committee (NHRC) HE Maryam bint Abdullah Al Attiyah met on Tuesday with United Kingdom Special Envoy for Women and Girls, HE Baroness Harriet Harman, on the sidelines of the 4th National Human Rights Forum in Doha. The meeting addressed a nu»»»

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Gulf News 2h

Trust, reputation and resilience: UAE’s message from Davos

Davos: The United Arab Emirates participated in a high-level dialogue session that discussed the role of soft power in strengthening economic resilience and rebuilding trust in a world experiencing increasing volatility, as part of the 2026 Annual Meeting of the World Economic Forum in Davos. The s»»»

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Gulf News 2h

Why showing up matters: Trudeau on the UAE’s global impact

Dubai: Former Canadian prime minister Justin Trudeau has praised the UAE for its distinctive and increasingly influential approach to global engagement, saying the country has set itself apart by showing up not only with capital, but with commitment, partnership and long-term vision. Speaking on th»»»

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Sputnik 2h

‘Macron Is Trapped’: Double Standards in French President’s Davos Speech

François Asselineau, leader of French opposition party the Union Populaire Republicaine, points out that President Macron backed the US's illegal military operation in Venezuela, but is now talking about 'international law' when it comes to Greenland. "He approved Trump asserting the law of the str»»»

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Qatar Tribune 2h

Qatar working closely with US, Egypt and Turkiye to support the technocratic government in Gaza: PM

DAVOS: Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani on Tuesday underscored the importance of coordinated international efforts, restraint and wisdom in addressing the multiple crises facing the Middle East. In a Discussion Panel at the World »»»

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The Peninsula 2h

Qatar's commitment to Palestinians won't be affected by any Israeli stances: Advisor to PM and Spokesperson for Foreign Ministry

Doha, Qatar: Advisor to the Prime Minister and Official Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Dr. Majid bin Mohammed Al Ansari emphasised that the State of Qatar's commitment to the Palestinian people will not be affected by any media statements, polarisation, or political stances from a»»»

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BBC 2h

Carney says old world order 'is not coming back'

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said the "old order is not coming back" and urged fellow middle powers to come together in a speech at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. "Middle powers must act together because if we're not at the table, we're on the menu," Carney said on Tuesday, »»»

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The Peninsula 3h

Alexandria leads 2025 safety index for African cities 

Cairo: Alexandria was ranked the safest African city for 2025, claiming the top spot in Numbeo’s Safety Index for Africa. With an overall score of 54.6, Egypt’s coastal city claimed the “safest African city” distinction, beating Tunisia’s capital Tunis, and Egypt's own capital Cairo. The regional t»»»

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Gulf News 3h

A hotel on the Moon? Company says you can book a million-dollar stay for 2032

A stay on the Moon may soon move from science fiction to ultra-luxury travel. US company GRU Space has announced plans to build what it says will be the world’s first permanent hotel on the Moon, aiming to welcome guests as early as 2032. If realised, the project would mark the first human-designed»»»

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Al Majalla 3h