MOSCOW, Feb 2 - Dmitry Medvedev, a senior Kremlin security official, said in remarks released for publication on Monday that the world was getting very dangerous, but that Russia did not want a global conflict.
It was a “spread the love” kind of Grammys, with hardly any sweeps to speak of, the closest obviously being Kendrick Lamar winning in five out of nine categories. His strength at the 2026 Grammys, primarily in the rap categories, plus a key score for record of the year, hardly
China sought to prove its capabilities through major projects in South Asia, but those same projects now challenge its image as a rising power. Over the past two decades, China has expanded its footprint across South Asia, presenting itself as a reliable provider of
Precious metals hit record highs in late January as investors flocked to the so-called safe haven assets.
The formation of the Bundeswehr's brigade in Lithuania moved into a new phase on 29 January, with two combat battalions subordinated to the brigade as part of Germany's gradual force build-up in Lithuania.
Companies face fines of A$49.5 million if they fail to stop underage users.
Feb 2 - Thailand is holding a general election on February 8 with three parties expected to dominate the contest to decide which will lead the Southeast Asian country's next government.
Pheu Thai's grip on rural provinces is weakening and voters are switching allegiance to powerful individual candidates.
UBON RATCHATHANI, Thailand, Feb 2 - Rubber farmer Pinittaya Boonlieng sat with friends in a key political battleground in Thailand to discuss how to vote in the February 8 general election - a choice that once would have been simple in a region long loyal to former premier
Seen two years later, a suppressed U.S cable warning of a “wasteland” in northern Gaza, as reported by Reuters, is a small footnote of history.
Donald Trump took to Truth Social soon after the conclusion of the 2026 Grammys telecast to bash the awards show as “virtually unwatchable” and to slam host Trevor Noah as “a total loser” after he mocked Trump live on air for his friendship to Jeffrey Epstein. Noah made a joke
He bagged the top music industry award for audio book, narration and storytelling.
Food pantries are run by schools in North Yorkshire in a bid to help parents, and tackle food waste.
Germany stores 1,236 tonnes of gold in the USA. Some politicians want to repatriate these reserves, but such a move could be risky.
Authorities say the goal is to stop tourists from "eating ice cream or pizza on a monument that deserves the proper respect.”
Brazilian courts have ruled that the Belo Monte hydropower plant has had environmental and social impacts "far greater" than originally forecasted.
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The BBC's Russia editor reflects on the difficulties of working as a British journalist in Moscow.
Perceived exposure to disinformation and fake news in the EU has jumped eight percentage points since 2022. Experts say media literacy and fact-checking are crucial to countering the trend.
Novo Nordisk, the Danish manufacturer of weight-loss drugs Ozempic and Wegovy, has a large market share in the US. But it's not enough to put pressure on US President Donald Trump's administration during Greenland talks, experts say.
Pakistan says it has killed 145 “Indian-backed terrorists” in retaliation to Saturday’s suicide and gun attacks in the southwestern province of Balochistan. Officials say at least 33 people, mostly civilians were killed in what they described as ‘coordinated attacks’.
SZA did not mince her words when addressing attacks on immigrants in the United States, while urging unity in the face of despair. Speaking to Variety after winning record of the year for “Luther” at the Grammys, SZA said it felt “bizarre” to celebrate awards while the world
The mother of “Today” anchor Savannah Guthrie has gone missing in Arizona, and local police are racing to find her whereabouts. Pima County sheriff’s deputies are hoping to get help from the public to find 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie, ABC 15 in Arizona reports. She has been
India counts as an especially relevant “middle power” in new arrangements of the world's economy.
The fishing cat's global population estimated to be less than 10,000 individuals.
As the AI era begins to take shape, many parents and students find themselves disoriented.
Recent data indicates that students of North Korean backgrounds have difficulties with overall studying.
The latest raid "truly reflects" that the Cambodian government will never loosen crackdowns on online scammers, says an Interior Ministry spokesman.
Riza’s Indonesian passport was revoked in October.
Many artists dedicated their award-acceptance speeches to criticise US President Donald Trump’s administration over immigration operations, as the outrage over ICE’s fatal shooting of Renee Good and Alex Pretti in Minneapolis continues to ensue.
[ENA] Addis Ababa -- - Ethiopia is translating long-held development ambitions into concrete achievements, reinforcing its role as a regional powerhouse and positioning itself as Africa's leading renewable energy hub, according to the Government Communication Service (GCS).
An international team has described Foskeia pelendonum, a tiny Early Cretaceous ornithopod from Vegagete (Burgos, Spain), measuring barely half a meter long. Led by Paul-Emile Dieudonné (National University of Río Negro, Argentina), the study reveals an unexpectedly derived
It is believed the balloons were filled with hydrogen, which is cheaper than helium but highly flammable.
Opening Winterspell preview packs as a Magic player led to confusion, nostalgia, and a surprisingly fun first Lorcana deck.
His sprawling Debi Tirar Mas Fotos is the first fully Spanish-language album LP to win the prize
Bad Bunny was the star of the night, but there were also lots of other incredible performances, and a few curveballs
Pusha T and Malice, joined by superstar producer, made their long-overdue Grammy debut with "So Far Ahead"
Yellow Beauty has been drawing attention for its sweeter taste, brighter skin and firmer texture.
It’s not quite John Travolta’s “Adele Dazeem,” but Cher caused a bit of confusion at the Grammys when she announced “Luther Vandross” as the winner of record of the year, which went to Kendrick Lamar and SZA’s “Luther,” itself a tribute to the R&B singer who died in 2005. Cher
[Democracy Works] In this episode, we sit down with Precious (Abwooli) Tricia, Economic Justice and Climate Action Programme Associate at Akina Mama wa Afrika, for a timely conversation on Africa's leverage in multilateral platforms.
[RFI] Africa's growth could outpace Asia's for the first time in 2026, figures from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) suggest, as the continent's population continues to rise fast.
Her System 10 ticket also earned her an extra RM173,152 in System Play bonus winnings.
[The Conversation Africa] Serving on a non-profit board can be deeply fulfilling and beneficial to the cause - but only if you're fully committed and prepared for the role.
[The Conversation Africa] The U.S. departure from the World Health Organization became official in late January 2026, according to the Trump administration - a year after President Donald Trump signed an executive order on inauguration day of his second term declaring that he
"Luther Vandross is one of my favorite artists of all time," Kendrick Lamar says
"What I want to tell you," Cher said, "never give up on your dream, no matter what happens. Live it, be it, and if it's not happening now, it will happen soon"
Bad Bunny's Debí Tirar Más Fotos took home the 2026 Grammy for Album Of The Year, the category's first-ever fully Spanish language winner. Harry Styles presented him with the award, which beat out Clipse's Let God Sort Em Out , Justin Bieber's Swag , Kendrick Lamar's GNX , Lady
[Daba Finance] American streamer IShowSpeed has completed a 28-day livestream tour across Africa that reached millions of viewers and shifted how global audiences engage with the continent.