Trump’s tariffs do bite, when he actually imposes them

World | Updated: Jan 23, 2026

• Trump has imposed many tariff threats but only a fraction have been implemented
• Greenland tariffs withdrawn after EU pushback and market turmoil
• Trump's tariffs lose impact as other countries adapt to his tactics

Trump praises British troops after backlash over Afghanistan remarks, says ‘love you all’

World | Updated: Jan 25, 2026

• Trump praised UK soldiers after backlash over his NATO Afghanistan remarks
• UK PM Starmer condemned Trump's initial comments as insulting to British troops
• Trump praised UK military and emphasized strong US-UK alliance.

US winter storm sets off power grid emergencies, travel chaos

World | Updated: Jan 25, 2026

• Winter storm grounds 14,500+ US flights, halts trains, and causes power outages
• Up to 12 inches of snow expected in NYC, Boston may get 21 inches with thunder
• Texas and Louisiana face outages; grid emergencies in several states.

"Conversations were constructive": Zelensky on Ukraine-Russia-US peace talks in Abu Dhabi

World | Updated: Jan 24, 2026

• Ukraine, Russia, and US held constructive trilateral peace talks in Abu Dhabi
• Talks focused on ending the war and security guarantees for future agreements
• Russian attacks on Ukraine continued during the negotiations

'US forces gave us 15 minutes or they'd kill us': Venezuela's acting Prez opens up about the capturing of Maduro

World | Updated: Jan 24, 2026

• Rodriguez claims US threatened Venezuelan leaders after Maduro's capture
• Leaked video shows Rodriguez aimed to preserve power amid US pressure
• Trump praised Rodriguez's compliance, linking it to US access to oil reserves

US pushes for quickest fixes to boost Venezuela oil output

World | Updated: Jan 24, 2026

• US negotiating with Chevron to rapidly increase Venezuela's oil production
• Priority is repairing equipment and reviving old drilling sites for quick gains.
• Chevron aims to increase joint venture output by 50% in 18-24 months

'I know who was behind Charlie Kirk's murder': Influencer Andrew Tate says he's finding words that will 'keep him alive'

World | Updated: Jan 24, 2026

• Andrew Tate claims to know who killed Charlie Kirk but won't share details.
• Tate alleges Candace Owens is dismissed and discredited for her public theories
• Tyler Robinson charged with Kirk's murder; Owens blames Turning Point USA leaders.

Trump threatens 100% tariff on Canada over potential China trade deal: 'Last thing the World needs'

World | Updated: Jan 24, 2026

• Trump threatens 100 percent tariff on Canadian goods over China trade concerns
• He warns Canada against acting as a transit point for Chinese goods to the US
• Trump claims China would devastate Canada's economy if such a deal is made

Why this weekend’s US winter storm is likely to be so widespread

World | Updated: Jan 24, 2026

• Major winter storm to hit eastern US, spanning from New Mexico to Maine
• Significant ice and snow may cause power outages and disrupt major airports
• Freezing temperatures will persist after the storm clears

Airlines on alert as rising US-Iran tensions trigger flight suspensions

World | Updated: Jan 24, 2026

• Air France and KLM halt Middle East flights over security concerns.
• KLM stops flights to Tel Aviv, Dubai, Dammam, Riyadh, and avoids key airspace.
• Flight disruptions may cause longer routes, higher costs, and pricier tickets worldwide.

US invites dozens of military chiefs to Americas defence summit

World | Updated: Jan 24, 2026

• US military leaders from 34 nations to meet in Washington on February 11
• Summit seeks to enhance cooperation against drug traffickers and criminal groups.
• Trump emphasizes Americas post-Venezuela raid amid regional tensions.

Trump lashes out at Canada for opposing Greenland Golden Dome: 'China will eat them up'

World | Updated: Jan 24, 2026

• Trump criticizes Canada for opposing US missile defense project over Greenland
• Trump warns Canada could suffer if it favors China over US-backed security
• Meanwhile, Canada announces $7B trade deal with China, cuts tariffs on electric cars

US airlines scrap thousands of flights ahead of winter storm

World | Updated: Jan 24, 2026

• Winter storm causes over 2,300 flight cancellations across the US.
• Dallas-Fort Worth Airport hit hardest, with 60% of flights canceled Saturday.
• Amtrak cancels trains and waives change fees as disruptions spread nationwide.

Goldman Sachs boosts CEO Solomon’s pay 21% to $47 million

World | Updated: Jan 24, 2026

• Goldman Sachs CEO David Solomon's pay rose to $47 million, a 21 percent increase
• Goldman posted record revenue; shares surged 54% under Solomon's leadership.
• Solomon and President Waldron got $80M retention awards vesting in 2030.

Intel suffers worst decline in 17 months after weak forecast

World | Updated: Jan 24, 2026

• Intel shares plunged 17% after weak forecast and manufacturing issues
• First-quarter revenue and earnings fell short of Wall Street estimates
• Intel expects supply boost by end of Q1, margins still below historic levels

Thousands join annual anti-abortion rally in Washington

World | Updated: Jan 24, 2026

• Thousands rallied in Washington for anti-abortion rights at March for Life event.
• VP JD Vance pledged White House support and addressed concerns over progress
• Around 20 US states have banned or limited abortion post-Roe v. Wade reversal.

Ukraine, Russia hold first direct talks on latest US peace plan

World | Updated: Jan 24, 2026

• Russia, Ukraine, and US met in Abu Dhabi for direct talks on ending the war
• Territory, especially Donbas, remains the main sticking point in negotiations
• Talks will continue Saturday as both sides seek a diplomatic solution

"Bangladesh will not become Pakistan, Afghanistan or Iran": Jamaat-e-Islami chief at election rally

World | Updated: Jan 24, 2026

• Jamaat-e-Islami vows Bangladesh will not become Pakistan, Afghanistan, or Iran
• Shafiqur Rahman promises justice, equal rights, and elimination of unemployment
• Teesta project and fair crop prices pledged for northern region development

Colombian President Petro optimistic about high-stakes White House meeting with Trump

World | Updated: Jan 24, 2026

• Petro optimistic ahead of Feb. 3 White House meeting with President Trump
• US reverses sanctions, grants Petro full diplomatic guarantees for visit
• Talks to focus on trade, security, and fighting transnational organized crime

Beckham family tensions put spotlight on celebrity trademark disputes

World | Updated: Jan 24, 2026

• Brooklyn Beckham claims parents pressured him to sign away rights to his name
• Beckham children's names are registered trademarks owned by Victoria Beckham
• Brooklyn may challenge renewal or seek independent trademark use of his name

Trump warns US watching Iran as armada heads to Gulf region

World | Updated: Jan 24, 2026

• US deploys naval fleet to Gulf region to deter Iran amid rising tensions
• Trump says US is monitoring Iran closely and hopes to avoid military conflict
• Iran warns it will respond forcefully to any attack on its territory

Danish PM visits Greenland for talks after Trump climbdown

World | Updated: Jan 24, 2026

• Danish PM Frederiksen visited Greenland for talks amid US threats over the island.
• Denmark and Greenland insist sovereignty is a "red line" in talks with the US
• US and Denmark to renegotiate a 1951 defence pact focusing on Arctic security

How Emmanuel Macron's Davos sunglasses spoke to the politics of friction with Trump

World | Updated: Jan 24, 2026

• Macron's sunglasses at Davos sparked memes and boosted sales for Henry Jullien
• The shades retail for 659 euros and caused iVision Tech shares to soar
• Macron wore them to hide a benign eye issue, drawing attention and commentary

UN rights council decries 'unprecedented' crackdown in Iran, deepens scrutiny

World | Updated: Jan 24, 2026

• UN Human Rights Council extends and broadens probe into Iran's protest crackdown
• Mandate for special rapporteur and fact-finding mission on Iran extended
• Thousands killed in protests; calls for accountability and end to repression

US imposes sanctions on Iran 'shadow fleet' over protest crackdown

World | Updated: Jan 23, 2026

• US sanctions target Iran's shadow fleet supporting oil exports
• Nine vessels and firms linked to Iranian oil exports were blacklisted
• Sanctions aim to curb funds used for repression and regional proxies

Italy's Giorgia Meloni hopes to nominate Donald Trump for Peace Prize

World | Updated: Jan 23, 2026

• Meloni hopes Trump ends Ukraine war to nominate him for Nobel Peace Prize
• Italy invited to Trump's "Board of Peace" but faces constitutional hurdles
• Meloni urges Trump to adapt board for broader European participation

Rusted nails, reused syringes and over 600,000 fake doctors: Why quacks are the first stop for Pakistan’s poor

World | Updated: Jan 23, 2026

Pakistan’s informal healthcare system is plagued by over 600,000 unqualified practitioners running roadside clinics, risking patient safety due to poor hygiene, misdiagnosis, and weak regulation, leaving poor communities vulnerable to severe health consequences.

‘He watched Dhurandhar’: Did Asim Munir wear a bulletproof jacket at Davos? Video sparks online ridicule

World | Updated: Jan 23, 2026

A video from Davos featuring Pakistan’s military chief Syed Asim Munir sparked online ridicule, with users speculating he wore a bulletproof vest at the event. The clip, shared by officials, was meant to show camaraderie but led to widespread mockery.

Freezers full, worries few: Why Greenlanders are not panicking over Trump’s remarks

World | Updated: Jan 23, 2026

Despite political tensions over US interest in Greenland, locals remain calm, relying on traditional self-sufficiency and stocked freezers. Food security is a way of life, not crisis preparation, as residents trust hunting and fishing to sustain them.

‘Aaja bhai India wapas’: Indian influencer’s Rs 1.5 lakh US hospital bill for 90 minutes goes viral

World | Updated: Jan 23, 2026

Indian influencer Parth Vijayvergiya shared his costly US healthcare experience after a minor knee injury, revealing a $1,800 bill despite insurance. His video sparked online debate about high American living costs and comparisons with India.