How climate change is reshaping winter storms
World | Updated: Jan 27, 2026
- Climate change shifts long-term patterns, not eliminating cold or winter storms
- A warmer atmosphere holds more moisture, leading to heavier winter precipitation
- Extreme cold doesn't disprove climate change; weather is becoming more volatile.
Israel to reopen Rafah Crossing under ceasefire, European Union to oversee movement
World | Updated: Jan 31, 2026
- Israel to reopen Rafah Crossing for pedestrian movement on Sunday
- Entry and exit require prior security clearance and EU supervision
- Returnees from Egypt face additional Israeli screening before entering Gaza
Spanish PM Pedro Sanchez defends migration policy from criticism by Elon Musk
World | Updated: Jan 31, 2026
- Spain to grant legal status to 500,000 undocumented migrants
- Sanchez defends policy, says immigrants vital for economy and pensions
- Elon Musk criticizes plan, calls it "electoral engineering" on social media
Arab League chief backs US-led Gaza peace board, says we have to try
World | Updated: Jan 31, 2026
- Arab League supports US-led Gaza peace board, aiming for rare ceasefire opportunity
- Aboul Gheit warns military action against Iran would harm global peace.
- Arab-India foreign ministers’ meeting resumes after ten-year gap in New Delhi
Italy granted legal assistance in Swiss fire tragedy probe
World | Updated: Jan 31, 2026
- Italy granted access to Swiss bar fire case after six Italians died in blaze
- Italian, Swiss authorities to coordinate investigation; first meeting in February
- Four under criminal investigation, including bar co-owners and safety officials
Arab allies urge restraint from US and Iran as Trump demands deal on nuclear program
World | Updated: Jan 31, 2026
- Middle East allies urge US and Iran to avoid escalation and destabilization
- Saudi defense minister in Washington for talks on regional peace and stability
- US increases military presence; Trump urges Iran to negotiate on nuclear weapons
Trump predicts Iran will seek deal to avoid US strikes
World | Updated: Jan 31, 2026
- Trump predicts Iran will seek a deal to avoid US military action
- Iran insists its missile program is not open for negotiation
- Turkey offers to mediate talks to reduce tensions between Iran and the US
How far will he go? Trump's options for US action against Iran
World | Updated: Jan 30, 2026
- Trump threatens Iran with military action over protest crackdown
- US may target Iranian oil exports, similar to Venezuela strategy
- Potential strikes could hit IRGC and Basij bases involved in protest repression
WTO faults US in dispute brought by China over clean energy subsidies
World | Updated: Jan 30, 2026
- WTO criticizes US green energy subsidies after China's dispute over Biden's climate law.
- Panel: US tax credits violate WTO rules, must be withdrawn by Oct 2026
- China urges US to rectify violations and uphold global trade order after ruling
Yemen, oil and power: How 'iron brothers' Saudi Arabia and UAE turned into rivals | Explained
World | Updated: Jan 30, 2026
Saudi Arabia and the UAE, once close allies shaping Gulf politics, have become rivals due to economic competition, diverging security priorities, and clashing ambitions, with Yemen as a key battleground. Their split is reshaping alliances and the region’s balance of power.
Former CNN anchor Don Lemon arrested after Minnesota church protest
World | Updated: Jan 30, 2026
- Don Lemon arrested in LA for covering Minnesota protest against ICE
- US Attorney General cites "coordinated attack" on church, details not disclosed
- Lemon's lawyer vows to fight charges, citing First Amendment protections
Europe’s top economies all expand in defiance of trade turmoil
World | Updated: Jan 30, 2026
- Germany, Spain, France, and Italy saw GDP growth in Q4 despite trade tensions
- Spain led euro-zone growth with a 0.8% GDP rise, driven by household consumption
- Eurozone inflation steady near ECB's 2% target; interest rates unchanged
US judge tosses Luigi Mangione charge that could carry death penalty
World | Updated: Jan 30, 2026
- Federal judge dismissed murder charge, removing death penalty for Luigi Mangione
- Mangione still faces state murder charges and two federal stalking charges
- Prosecutors plan to appeal the ruling over the 2023 shooting of Brian Thompson
Dollar is set for best day since July on Trump's Fed pick
World | Updated: Jan 30, 2026
- Stocks fell and the dollar rose after Trump nominated Kevin Warsh as Fed Chair
- Warsh seen as less supportive of deep rate cuts, gold and silver prices plunged
- Warsh's nomination seen as safe, easing worries about Fed independence
India a two-stater, can act as bridge in peace efforts: Palestine amid rising regional tensions
World | Updated: Jan 30, 2026
Palestine’s Foreign Minister Varsen Aghabekian urged India to uphold international law and act as a diplomatic bridge in the Israel-Palestine conflict, highlighting India’s credibility, historic support, and humanitarian aid while stressing the need for a political solution.
Iran digs in to protect its ‘nuclear gold’. How Tehran is hiding its uranium amid fears of a US attack
World | Updated: Jan 30, 2026
Tensions between the US and Iran are rising, with both nations boosting military presence at sea and on land. Iran is fortifying nuclear sites and deploying naval assets near US forces, signaling readiness for confrontation amid recent strikes and ongoing reconstruction.
‘Who is that?’ Trump says he hired Doug Burgum after noticing his wife, sparks backlash | WATCH
World | Updated: Jan 30, 2026
Trump said he chose Doug Burgum as interior secretary partly because he was attracted to Burgum’s wife, Kathryn, after seeing them in a video. The comment drew criticism for prioritizing looks over qualifications, continuing Trump’s controversial behavior.
How is Wall Street reacting to Trump's new Fed chair pick Kevin Warsh
World | Updated: Jan 30, 2026
- Kevin Warsh picked to succeed Jerome Powell as Federal Reserve Chair in May
- Markets react to Warsh's hawkish reputation and concerns over Fed independence
- Investors await clarity on Warsh's policy stance and impact on interest rates
Russia agrees to Trump's request to halt strikes on Kyiv until February 1
World | Updated: Jan 30, 2026
Russia agreed to US President Trump’s request to pause strikes on Kyiv until February 1, citing extreme cold and humanitarian concerns. Moscow framed the move as a diplomatic gesture to enable negotiations, with attacks on Kyiv notably reduced this week.
US and Iran near military conflict: Key US bases in West Asia, why they matter and how they could be targeted
World | Updated: Jan 30, 2026
US-Iran tensions are rising, with threats of military action. Iran warns US bases in West Asia are within missile range. Key US military sites in Bahrain, Iraq, Kuwait, Qatar, Syria, and UAE could be targeted, risking rapid regional escalation.
Trump threatens tariffs on Cuba oil suppliers. Why Washington is escalating pressure | Explained
World | Updated: Jan 30, 2026
President Trump signed an executive order threatening new tariffs on countries supplying oil to Cuba, intensifying pressure on the island amid its worst economic crisis. The order targets oil providers and labels Cuba an "extraordinary threat" to US national security.
Chinese woman pierces her 10-month-old kid 600 times with needle as 'folk remedy' to cure fever
World | Updated: Jan 30, 2026
A mother in Yunnan, China, allegedly pierced her 10-month-old baby hundreds of times with needles, believing it was a folk remedy. The child survived emergency surgery and is recovering. The case sparked outrage and renewed debate on child protection and harmful practices.
Indonesian woman receives 140 lashes under Sharia Law for sex outside marriage, alcohol use
World | Updated: Jan 30, 2026
A man and woman in Aceh, Indonesia, were publicly caned 140 times for sex outside marriage and drinking alcohol, among the harshest punishments since sharia law began there. Six people were punished in total, drawing criticism from human rights groups.
What is the New START nuclear treaty and why does its expiry matter?
World | Updated: Jan 30, 2026
- New START treaty between US and Russia expires on February 5
- Treaty limits strategic nuclear warheads and launchers for both sides
- Expiry could end decades of nuclear arms control and raise global risks
Why the US is positioning warships and aircraft near Iran
World | Updated: Jan 30, 2026
- US increases military presence near Iran with ships, jets, and missile defenses
- White House says no decision on force; diplomacy remains an option
- Buildup aims to give US leverage and reassure allies, not signal imminent attack
Pakistan reviews EU–India FTA fallout; exporters warn: ‘Our advantage will vanish’ in EU textiles
World | Updated: Jan 30, 2026
- Pakistan fears losing export edge after India-EU free trade deal
- India gains duty-free access to EU, threatening Pakistan's textile exports
- Pakistan calls for urgent reforms to stay competitive in EU market
Early warning of 'Apocalyptic Wasteland' in Gaza blocked by US envoys to Israel
World | Updated: Jan 30, 2026
- USAID warned officials of "Apocalyptic Wasteland" in northern Gaza in early 2024.
- US embassy blocked cables detailing dire Gaza conditions, citing lack of balance
- Sensitive cables sidelined humanitarian expertise for limited release.
Low risk of Nipah virus spread beyond India, says WHO
World | Updated: Jan 30, 2026
- WHO says Nipah virus risk of further spread from India is low
- No travel or trade curbs recommended after two infections reported in India
- Nipah virus outbreaks are common in Kerala and West Bengal, India.
US lawmakers say Nvidia AI tech 'powering China's military'
World | Updated: Jan 30, 2026
- US lawmakers warn Nvidia's tech aided Chinese military via AI startup DeepSeek
- Committee urges tighter controls on Nvidia chip sales to China
- Nvidia denies claims, says China has enough domestic chips for military use
US President Donald Trump sues IRS, Treasury for $10 billion for tax-return leak
World | Updated: Jan 30, 2026
- Trump sues IRS and Treasury for $10 billion over leaked tax returns
- Lawsuit claims IRS failed to protect tax data, impacting 406,000 taxpayers.
- Ex-IRS contractor sentenced for leaking Trump and other wealthy Americans' tax records