Man arrested over son’s death in washing machine in Japan

Police believe the boy was in the washing machine for around 20 minutes.

French foreign minister: Iran crackdown could be most violent in its contemporary history

PARIS, Jan 14 (Reuters) - France suspects that Iran's crackdown on demonstrations across the country is the most violent in the country's contemporary history, French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot said on Wednesday. "What we suspect is that this is the most violent

What is the EU doing to defend its borders?

Europe is shifting into defence mode. EU leaders say the threat is real and growing. As Brussels pours billions into defence, is Europe preparing fast enough for the threats it says are coming?

Commission seeks feedback on EU ocean policy

The European Commission has launched a call for evidence to shape the European Ocean Act, planned for adoption in 2026. This initiative underscores the EU's commitment to developing a cohesive maritime governance and sustainable use of oceanic resources. The call will run until

Tesla is losing the EV race. Its stock keeps winning

The U.S. carmaker’s valuation is soaring on robotaxi dreams. Its shipments tell a different story.

A Dubai chocolate-inspired dessert has taken S Korea by storm

Shops are selling hundreds of cookies within minutes as the frenzy sends prices of ingredients surging.

Cambodia to keep up crackdown on scam centres after arrest of alleged mastermind Chen Zhi

Chen heads the Prince Group conglomerate, which is based out of Cambodia.

Europe Today: Exclusive interview with President of the European Parliament

Tune in to Euronews' new flagship morning programme, Europe Today, at 8 am Brussels time. In just 15 minutes, we bring you up to speed on the biggest news of the day.

Several passengers injured after Etihad plane hits turbulence over Phuket

Phuket International Airport has not released specific details about the injuries.

China records massive $1.2 trillion trade surplus in 2025 as exports rose in December

According to Customs data, the surplus was boosted by trade gains in December, with exports climbing 6.6% from the year before, better than economists’ estimates and higher than November’s 5.9% year-on-year increase.

ICEYE to deliver sovereign space-based intelligence capabilities to the Swedish Armed Forces

The Swedish Armed Forces partners with ICEYE to enhance its intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) capabilities and strengthen the resilience of intelligence architecture across the Nordics, the Arctic, and NATO’s North-Eastern Flank. ICEYE, the global leader in

Hong Kong’s plunging births risk worsening demographic pressure

The slump in the number of newborns ends a two-year growth trend.

Selangor says no permits issued for LGBTQ-linked retreat even as organiser cancels event ‘on safety grounds’

The two-day “Glamping with Pride” retreat organised by advocacy group Jejaka was scheduled to take place from Jan 17 to 18 in Hulu Langat.

Cambodia says Thai troops still occupy civilian areas, testing December truce

Beijing won its war for blue skies but villagers are paying the price

Across Hebei province, villagers are confronting the full cost of China's push for cleaner air.

What is the ‘Are you Dead?’ app and why is it so popular in China and beyond

Priced at about €1, the app has become the top paid app in China in the first week of January.

At least 2,571 killed in Iran's protests, US-based rights group HRANA says

DUBAI, Jan 14 (Reuters) - The death toll from protests in Iran has reached 2,571 people, the U.S.-based HRANA rights group said on Wednesday, as the Islamic Republic's clerical rulers face the biggest wave of dissent in years. U.S. President Donald Trump urged Iranians on

Newly available self-tests could drive further reductions in STDs amid a declining trend

Last year, the US authorities approved the first at-home test that can detect three common infections in women — gonorrhea, chlamydia and trichomoniasis — as well as the first home-based kit for the virus that causes cervical cancer.

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Bank of mum and dad: Did the UK housing boom lock in inherited wealth?

A new report shows the housing boom made parental property wealth a decisive gatekeeper to opportunity, high-end renting, and owning for younger generations.

'Great to see Irish beef back on the menu’: Fianna Fáil MEP welcomes reopening of Chinese market for Irish beef

Chinese Ambassador to Ireland Zhao Xiyuan Meets with MEP Barry Cowen in March 2025 Fianna Fáil MEP for Midlands North-West, Barry Cowen, has welcomed the confirmation given today (12 January) that China has lifted its ban on Irish beef and reopened its market to Irish

Only Trump can stop Putin, Polish president tells BBC

Europe should do everything it can to help the US president in his efforts to end the war in Ukraine, Karol Nawrocki said.

Japan PM Takaichi set to call February snap election: Media

The most likely election date is Feb 8.

'Are you dead?' Chinese app for single living goes viral

HONG KONG, Jan 14 - An app called \"Are you dead\" targeted at people living alone has gone viral in China, with surging downloads and widespread commentary on social media, prompting the company to introduce a subscription fee and change its name for a global audience.

Saks Global files for bankruptcy after Neiman Marcus takeover leads to financial collapse

Saks Global was close to finalizing a $1.75 billion financing package with creditors that would allow its stores to remain open, two people familiar with the negotiations told Reuters earlier on Tuesday.

Trump vows 'very strong action' if Iran executes protesters

Relatives of an arrested protester tell BBC Persian he is due to be executed on Wednesday, as the death toll from demonstrations reportedly exceeds 2,400.

Japan PM Sanae Takaichi set to call February snap election: Reports

Philippine landfill collapse: Cebu City placed under state of calamity as death toll climbs to 13

The declaration allows a disaster management fund to be used for ongoing rescue operations.

Nature-based solutions? When more parks don't mean less heat risk

Cities around the world are planting more trees and creating new parks to combat rising temperatures. But a decade-long study of Northern Taiwan's cities reveals a troubling paradox: more green space doesn't always mean less heat risk, and the heat adaptation benefits of urban

Tiger Shroff Joins Conor McGregor as Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship Expands to India (EXCLUSIVE)

Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship and Bare Knuckle Fight League are making their official entry into India, marking a significant expansion into one of the world’s largest combat sports markets. The move is being spearheaded by World League of Fighters, BKFC’s license holder,

Japan and South Korea leaders got jamming to K-pop beats, social media buzzes with jokes and praises

Drawing a parallel with bilateral ties, South Korean President Lee Jae Myung said on X that South Korea and Japan had learned to respect each other's differences and adjust to one another's rhythm, deepening cooperation over time.

Bangkok wakes up to toxic air choking central business districts

Toxic smog has become Bangkok’s annual public-health emergency during colder months.

Death toll from Iran's crackdown on protests climbs to over 2500, activists say

The figure analysts dwarfs the death toll from any other round of protest or unrest in Iran in decades and recalls the chaos surrounding the country’s 1979 Islamic Revolution.

Greenlanders brace for summit that could shape the Arctic's future - and their own

US Vice President JD Vance will host Danish and Greenlandic foreign ministers for talks on Wednesday.

The environmental risk of using pet flea treatment

A new paper in Environmental Toxicology and Chemistry finds that common medications used for flea and tick control in dogs and cats may pose a significant environmental risk for insects in the wild.

Could Iran go the way of Venezuela?

The apparent endgame in Caracas, which has seen Trump sideline Venezuela’s pro-democratic opposition, may be a cautionary tale for Iran’s protesters.

Crane falls on train in Thailand's northeast, killing 22 people

The crane, which was working on a high-speed rail project, had collapsed and hit the passenger train, causing it to derail and briefly catch fire.

At least 12 killed after crane falls on train in Thailand's northeast

BANGKOK, Jan 14 - A train traveling from Thailand's capital to the country's northeast was derailed on Wednesday after a construction crane fell on top of one of its carriages, killing at least 12 people and injuring at least 30, police said.

New Zealand central bank governor faces backlash for Fed solidarity

WELLINGTON, Jan 14 - New Zealand's Foreign Minister Winston Peters on Wednesday publicly rebuked the country's new central bank governor for signing a statement alongside other global central bank chiefs in support of Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell.

At least 22 killed after crane falls on train in Thailand’s north-east

The fire has been extinguished and rescue work is now under way.

Music marketplace Bandcamp bypasses AI disclosures and obtuse policies to announce a wholesale ban on AI slop

More of this, please.

Jakarta sinks deeper as subsidence worsens flood risks

A recent assessment estimates that Jakarta’s land is sinking at an average rate of 3.5cm per year.

EU's impending accession to rights convention resembles a 3D puzzle, says research

The detail of the European Union's long-awaited accession to the European Convention on Human Rights is like a "three-dimensional puzzle" because of the several vital and interlocking elements which need to be agreed, a new study suggests.

Taiwan issues arrest warrant for CEO of OnePlus over China hires

OnePlus is a niche player whose phones run on a customised version of Android.

Venezuela releases multiple detained U.S. citizens, State Department says

The release marks the first known instance of U.S. citizens being freed since President Nicolás Maduro’s capture. It was unclear how many were released.

Secret Service agent placed on leave after allegedly discussing sensitive information

The Secret Service has placed an agent on administrative leave after an undercover video showed him discussing sensitive parts of his duties, NewsNation’s Kevin Bohn reported Tuesday. The Secret Service also suspended the agent's security clearance, who served on Vice President

US approves sale of Nvidia's advanced AI chips to China

Nvidia has been caught in a tug-of-war between the US and China as the countries compete for AI dominance.

Asian markets mixed, Tokyo up on election speculation

Far-right group targeting pro-Palestinian voices to close New York operation, NY AG says

By Kanishka Singh WASHINGTON, Jan 13 (Reuters) - New York Attorney General Letitia James' office said on Tuesday it reached a settlement with Betar US that would wind down the far-right Zionist group's New York operations after an investigation found the group intimidated