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The musician celebrated turning 29 years old on New Year's Day
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Sri Lanka launches investigation over English syllabus’ gay website link
The document's authors admitted it was prepared with the help of artificial intelligence platforms.
The Birth of Espresso: The Story Behind the Coffee Shots That Fuel Modern Life
Espresso is neither bean nor roast. It is a method of pressurized coffee brewing that ensures speedy delivery, and it has birthed a whole culture. Americans may be accustomed to camping out in cafes with their laptops for hours, but Italian coffee bars are fast-paced
30 big new movies releasing in 2026 that will make or break the year
Giant franchises like Star Wars, Toy Story, Avengers: Doomsday, go toe to toe with new horror movies and Dune 3.
US debt surge leaves China, Japan holding the bag in 2026
TOKYO — A trillion here, a trillion there and pretty soon you’re talking about real money. This, with apologies to 1960s US Senator Everett Dirksen, is where Washington finds itself in 2026 — and it puts Asia on the hook. Dirksen was talking about billions, not trillions, of
Yemen's Hadramout to launch 'peaceful operation' to reclaim military sites, says region's Saudi-backed governor
DUBAI, Jan 2 - The Saudi-backed governor of Yemen's Hadramout province said on Friday he would launch a peaceful operation to take back military positions from the UAE-backed Southern Transitional Council, but that the actions were not a declaration of war.
Trump says US will intervene if Iran violently suppresses peaceful protests
Jan 2 (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump on Friday said that if Iran shoots and violently kills peaceful protesters, the United States of America will come to their rescue. "We are locked and loaded and ready to go," he said in a Truth Social post. This follows the deaths
Investigators work to identify victims of deadly Swiss Alps bar fire
Investigators continue to identify victims of a deadly fire in Crans-Montana's Le Constellation bar, which killed at least 40 and injured 115 during a New Year's celebration.
10 state-run universities in South Korea reject 162 applicants over school bullying records
All universities in the country are required to reflect bullying during admission starting 2026.
Bolsonaro leaves hospital, goes back to Police HQs
Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro left Brasilia's DF Star Hospital late Thursday afternoon and was transferred back to the Federal Police's detention facility, where he is serving his 27-year prison sentence for masterminding the Jan 8, 2023, coup attempt.
Will Smith Sued by Tour Violinist for Sexual Harassment, Wrongful Termination
Brian King Joseph accused the rapper of “predatory behavior” in a lawsuit filed in California this week
AI bands, Sydney Sweeney and demon hunters: Take our New Year quiz
Ready to test your brain cells in 2026? How many of last year's biggest pop culture moments and scandals do you remember?
China announces beef import quotas
Beginning in 2026, the Chinese Ministry of Commerce will implement a three-year "protective measure" consisting of a 55% tariff on beef imports exceeding specific quotas. The initiative was found to hit the United States, Brazil, and Australia. However, it would leave Uruguay
Venezuela releases 88 people detained in post-2024 elections riots
Venezuela's Bolivarian regime announced the release of 88 people who had been detained following the July 28, 2024, presidential elections, which Nicolás Maduro claimed to have won despite producing no corroborating evidence.
Lack of moderate voices around Japan PM Sanae Takaichi sparks concern
Doubts are growing over the hawkish Premier's ability to steer diplomacy beyond China.
Week in wildlife: a hide-and-seek squirrel and an otter in a Christmas tree
This week’s best wildlife photographs from around the world Continue reading...
India pioneered job guarantees. A new law could weaken them, critics say.
A mass rural employment program has cut poverty in India and inspired policymakers globally. Critics say the government risks rolling back that legacy.
PAS president says party to chair opposition pact PN, has ‘many’ qualified candidates
Former PM Muhyiddin Yassin, who stepped down as Perikatan Nasional chairman on Jan 1, said his Bersatu party remains a principled and loyal partner in the opposition bloc.
Saudi envoy says leader of Yemen separatist group STC blocked delegation's Aden landing
DUBAI, Jan 2 - Saudi Arabia's ambassador to Yemen said on Friday that Aidarus Al-Zubaidi, the leader of the UAE-backed Southern Transitional Council (STC), refused landing permission the previous day for a plane carrying a Saudi delegation to Aden.
Swiss authorities search for answers after deadly New Year’s fire
Fire rapidly engulfed the Constellation bar inside the Crans-Montana mountain resort, triggering at least one explosion, officials said. The cause is unknown.
Contaminated water kills 9 in India’s Indore city; 200 hospitalised
Indore’s chief medical officer said a water test had confirmed the presence of bacteria in the pipeline.
Watch: Moment 400-pound runaway prop injures Disney employee
The incident took place during a live recreation of a scene from the film of Indiana Jones
Caught in the crossfire of war, a community in Ethiopia keeps preaching peace
The Arwa Amba in northern Ethiopia has been widely hailed for its radical commitment to equality, peace and pacifism. Now, fighting has erupted on its doorstep, and the community is struggling to stay unaffected.
Experience the best of Europe in 2026 with these new vintage luxury train journeys
These upcoming European vintage train journeys will offer passengers stunning landscapes and exclusive experiences without compromising on style or luxury.
PAS will lead Perikatan Nasional, says PAS chief, with chairman candidate to be discussed ‘soon’
This comes after former Malaysia prime minister Muhyiddin Yassin resigned as chairman of the opposition bloc.
Tiny Fiddler crabs are hoovering up and breaking down microplastics, study finds
Despite being the size of a Post-It note, these tiny fiddler crabs can ingest and break down microplastic particles, researchers say.
Zelenskyy calls for increased support amid ongoing Russian attacks
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced that a series of high-level meetings are scheduled to take place in early January to discuss the situation on the ground, bolster support and coordinate strategy in ongoing peace efforts.
Canada asks Air India to probe case of pilot reporting for duty under influence of alcohol: Source
India has been under intense scrutiny since the June 12 crash of a Boeing Dreamliner, which killed 260 people.
Dozens missing after boat carrying 200 migrants sinks off Gambia
It is the latest accident on one of the world’s most dangerous routes used by West Africans trying to reach Spain.
In China, AI finds deadly tumours that doctors may miss
An artificial intelligence tool has been trained to look for pancreatic cancer in non-contrast CTs.
The Year States Chose Surveillance Over Safety: 2025 in Review
2025 was the year age verification went from a fringe policy experiment to a sweeping reality across the United States. Half of the U.S. now mandates age verification for accessing adult content or social media platforms. Nine states saw their laws take effect this year alone,
Surveillance Self-Defense: 2025 Year in Review
Our Surveillance Self-Defense (SSD) guides, which provide practical advice and explainers for how to deal with government and corporate surveillance, had a big year. We published several large updates to existing guides and released three all new guides. And with frequent
Asian Film Awards Suspends Competitive Categories After Hong Kong Fire
The Asian Film Awards Academy has modified the format of its upcoming 19th edition, eliminating competitive categories and the red carpet ceremony in favor of a scaled-back event focused on special honors following last year’s deadly Hong Kong fire. The academy announced that
Pakistan’s nuclear command change much ado about nothing
The current debate around the 27th Amendment and Article 243 stems from three factors: a short statutory-alignment phase while the National Command Authority (NCA) Act (2010) and related regulations are updated, politically motivated readings and speculation, and some premature
Under attack from extremists, Bangladesh’s cultural activists fight back with music
The offices of two of the country's leading cultural organisations in Dhaka were recently attacked.
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Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this January 2nd, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
China bets on province the size of Belgium to reshape global trade
The Chinese Communist Party has officially turned the island province of Hainan into a free trade port, one of the government's most ambitious economic experiments to date.
What if floods left your home unsellable? That’s the reality facing more and more people in Britain | Kirsty Major
Christine wanted to enjoy her retirement, but then the banks of a local brook burst and turned her and her neighbours’ lives upside-down When I visited Christine’s bungalow in Trowell, Nottinghamshire, and asked if I should take my shoes off, she joked: “I wouldn’t worry, I’ll
Ministers may cut green tech mandate from new homes regulations in England
Exclusive: Critics say removing battery installation requirement will reduce amount homebuyers save on energy bills Ministers are poised to allow homes in England to be built without carbon-cutting technology in what experts have said is a climbdown after pressure from
Russia-India defining drivers of the future of trade
India and Russia are boosting trade and transport links with key projects like the Vladivostok-Chennai corridor, aiming for US$100 billion in trade by 2030, a 40% increase on current levels. At the same time, India’s maritime vision aligns closely with Russia’s plans, focusing
Africa: Grand Tycoon, Burna Boy, Wizkid Named Visibility 50 Africa Honourees
[This Day] Journalist, poet and spoken-word artist Tofarati Ige, popularly known as Grand Tycoon, has been named among the 2025 Visibility 50 Africa honourees, a list recognising 50 African personalities and brands noted for building sustained public influence and relevance