Malaysian authorities busted ‘Ninja Turtle’ syndicate that breeds, sells exotic turtles
Fifty turtles were seized when authorities raided three locations.
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Indonesia signs security pact with Australia
JAKARTA, Feb 6 - Indonesia and Australia signed a security treaty on Friday that commits them to consult each other if either country is threatened, President Prabowo Subianto said after a meeting with Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese in Jakarta.
Black Ops 7 interactive maps for multiplayer
Interactive maps for all of the zones in Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 multiplayer.
Thailand’s party spots dry up with election day booze bans
It is illegal to sell, pay for or give away any kind of alcoholic drink during two 24-hour windows linked to voting.
Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 Zombies interactive maps
If you want to make the most use of the traps and get a map advantage in COD: Black Ops 7 Zombies, let our interactive maps help you out.
Trump's Iran gamble sharpens U.S.-Israel rift as regime survives unrest
With talks looming in Oman, Washington signals it prefers a narrow nuclear deal over confrontation or regime change. Iran exploits the gaps, Israel fears weak enforcement, and crushed protests leave Trump risking a pact that may stabilize Tehran while alienating allies
Taiwan protests Uruguay–China statement calling the island an “inalienable” part of China
Taiwan’s government issued a “strong protest and condemnation” after a joint statement released in Beijing by Uruguay’s President Yamandú Orsi and China’s President Xi Jinping reiterated Montevideo’s adherence to the “one China” principle and described Taiwan as an
US military blows up drug boat in Eastern Pacific, killing 2 ‘narco-terrorists’
The U.S. military struck another alleged drug-trafficking boat in the Eastern Pacific Thursday. U.S. Southern Command (Southcom) shared a 12-second video of the strike to social platform X. The footage shows the vessel moving, before being struck by a “lethal kinetic strike”
USS John F Kennedy exposes America’s carrier crunch vs China
The USS John F. Kennedy’s progress toward service highlights both the US Navy’s investment in carriers and the mounting pressure on a fleet stretched thin by global commitments. This month, multiple media outlets reported that the US Navy’s next carrier, the future USS John F.
Hong Kong media tycoon Jimmy Lai to be sentenced on Feb 9
He faces possible life imprisonment.
‘Arco’ Review: Oscar-Nominated French Animation Tells an Environmentally Conscious Sci-Fi Story With Hope for the Future
40 years from now, in 2075, extreme climate events will have forced humanity to live, at least partially, inside protective domes. Most jobs will have been outsourced to robots, everything from road work to the police. And even professions where the human touch was once thought
Murdered Mongolian woman Altantuya’s family returns more than $1.5m in damages to Malaysian govt
It was returned after a Court of Appeal ruling that absolved the government of liability in her death.
Trump endorses Japan's Takaichi ahead of snap election
It is rare for US presidents to publicly back candidates in foreign elections.
Heads roll in Europe over Epstein files revelations
New documents released by the Department of Justice (DOJ) reveal that a number of European officials had ties to Jeffrey Epstein, even after he was a convicted sex offender. Peter Mandelson, the former U.K. Ambassador to the U.S. who was sacked by Prime Minister Keir Starmer
Taiwan teams with US firm Kratos to build attack drones to counter China
TAIPEI, Feb 6 - U.S.-based Kratos Defense and Taiwan's military have successfully tested a new jet-powered attack drone, a move aimed at rapidly boosting the island's ability to field \"large numbers\" of low-cost drone amid a rising Chinese threat.
Undercover probe finds Australian pubs short-pouring beer
Common issues included inaccurate measuring instruments, unapproved glasses and spillage during pouring.
Three African countries agree to UK migrant returns after visa penalty threat
The Democratic Republic of Congo, Namibia and Angola have said they will cooperate on migrant returns.
Light-driven probe enables sensitive detection of epigenetic intermediates
Epigenetic modifications such as DNA methylation play a key role in regulating gene expression. Emerging evidence suggests that intermediates generated during DNA demethylation may have distinct biological roles. However, their detection remains challenging due to their low
Hong Kong media tycoon Jimmy Lai to be sentenced on February 9
HONG KONG, Feb 6 - Hong Kong media tycoon and democracy campaigner Jimmy Lai will be sentenced on February 9, the city's judiciary said on Friday, in a closely watched national security trial that has drawn international criticism including from the U.S. and Britain.
‘The Incomer’ Review: Quaint and Heartwarming Scottish Isle Fable Earns Its Heartwarming Finale
When they aren’t serving as a majestic backdrop to searing accounts of personal recovery (like “The Outrun”) or horror-thrillers like a page-turning Alice Feeney novel, remote isles tend to play host to quirky comedies these days in the style of debuting feature director Louis
That’s a wrasse! Rare fish spotted for first time since 2009 in kelp forest in Western Australia
When marine biologist Océane Attlan saw the tiny Braun’s wrasse, it was like ‘recognising a familiar face, but you can’t put a name on it’ Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast The chances of encountering the rare reef fish were so far-fetched, it took
Savannah Guthrie’s Brother Addresses Mother’s Suspected Kidnappers: ‘We Need You to Reach Out’
In a new video posted by Guthrie, her brother said their family is waiting for contact from the potential abductor
Governments urged to fix faulty radar in economic models disregarding climate risk
Economic models used by governments, central banks and investors are increasingly understating physical climate risk because they rely on assumptions that break down as the world moves toward higher levels of warming, according to a new report from University of Exeter and
Prosperity plants grow in demand in Malaysia as Chinese New Year gets closer
Among the most popular prosperity plants is the Lucky Bamboo.
‘Fing!’ Review: Roald Dahl Meets E.T. in Jeffrey Walker’s Classical Tale of a Problem Child and Her Lovable Creature
In “Fing!,” Jeffrey Walker’s whimsical thing of wonder, Mr. and Mrs. Christopher and Maureen Meek (Blake Harrison and Mia Wasikowska) couldn’t have been more aptly christened with that quirky last name. Two geeky, modest and exceedingly mild-mannered librarians, they meet under
Venezuela’s legislature advances urgent amnesty law to free jailed protesters and critics
Venezuela’s legislature is moving forward with a proposed amnesty law that would grant clemency to protesters and government critics jailed in recent years.
Bank of England keep interest rate on hold at 3,75%
The Bank of England’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) voted by a narrow 5-4 margin to keep interest rates on hold at 3,75%. In its first meeting of 2026, four members voted to reduce the benchmark interest rate by 25 basis points. Markets reacted positively with sterling at US$
The Sustainable Jewelry Brand Worn by Reese Witherspoon and Hailey Bieber Unveils a ‘Paperclip’ Diamond Bracelet for Valentine’s Day
Luxury jewelry brand VRAI has long been a favorite among the Hollywood set, with its covet-worthy pieces worn by everyone from Emma Stone and Reese Witherspoon, to Jennifer Lopez, Hailey Bieber and Zoe Saldana. Gwen Stefani even wore a VRAI cross necklace on her wedding day to
Trump launches online prescription drug platform TrumpRx: What to know
The Trump administration's promised direct-to-consumer drug platform TrumpRx has officially gone live, with President Trump on Thursday calling it "one of the most transformative health care initiatives of all time." The website TrumpRx.gov currently features a collection of 43
US healthcare needs fixing, but there's no agreement on how to do it
Is there the political will to fix it the US' health horror stories?
Study: Why Nobel Prize-level materials have yet to reach industry
Excess carbon dioxide in the atmosphere, polluted water, and increasingly strict environmental regulations are driving the search for materials that can efficiently trap pollutants at the molecular level. For more than two decades, this challenge has drawn scientific attention
Charles C. Stevenson, Jr., Who Played Smitty the Bartender on ‘Will and Grace,’ Dies at 95
Charles C. Stevenson, Jr., an actor known for roles in “Will and Grace,” “Dr. House,” “Ghost World” and more, died on Jan. 19 in Camarillo, Calif. of natural causes. He was 95 years old. Over his decades-long career, Stevenson became known for his supporting appearances in a
Malinowski, Mejia locked in tight primary race for Sherrill's House seat in New Jersey
Former Rep. Tom Malinowski (D-N.J.) is locked in a tight race with progressive candidate Analilia Mejia in the primary for New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill’s (D) old seat in the House. Decision Desk HQ had called the race for Malinowski around 8:50 p.m. ET, but retracted the call
New Zealand deputy PM defends claims colonisation good for Maori
David Seymour said colonisation had been a net positive for the indigenous people of New Zealand.
Into the neutrino fog: The ghosts haunting our search for dark matter
Ciaran O'Hare scribbles symbols using colored markers across his whiteboard like he's trying to solve a crime—or perhaps planning one. He bounces around the edges of the board, slowly filling it with sharp angles and curling letters. I watch on, and when he senses I'm losing
AI, weight-loss drugs and celebrities galore headline Super Bowl commercials
As Super Bowl Sunday approaches, the battle off the field for advertisers to win over 120 million-plus viewers will be just as heated as the rivalry on the field.
California Post Alliance Seeks Standalone Tax Incentive to Stop Post-Production Downturn
Citing a disastrous downturn in jobs and income, Hollywood post-production workers have formed a coalition, the California Post Alliance (CAPA), to promote greater tax incentives in the California legislature. At a kickoff rally attended by more than 200 at Burbank’s Evergreen
Cancer cases rising among children and young people in Nepal
Doctors blame changing lifestyles, unhealthy diets and sedentary habits for the surge.
Large study shows scaling startups risk increasing gender gaps
When startups scale quickly, founders often make hurried hiring decisions that unintentionally disadvantage women, according to new study from the Stockholm School of Economics in Sweden. The study shows how the pressures of rapid growth increase the likelihood that founders
Soaring food bills pose risk to Japan PM Takaichi’s election prospects
It is a big issue for her ahead of the election on Feb 8 that will make or break her govt.
Mideast source to Haaretz: U.S. drops demand for Iran talks to cover ballistic program, proxies
Despite the current rhetoric coming out of Tehran, the source added, Iran may eventually be willing to give up it nuclear program
Kyoto’s famed Ginkakuji temple to raise admission fees for first time in 32 years
Money generated through the hike will be used to maintain the temple’s cultural properties and gardens.
Japan PM’s push for counter-espionage law splits parties in snap election
The LDP has pledged to “comprehensively strengthen” the country’s intelligence services.
Baldur’s Gate 3 HBO show will pick up where BG3 ended
Created by The Last of Us' writer Craig Mazin, HBO's Baldur's Gate show will feature both old and new characters.
DHS watchdog details extensive probes into Trump's immigration crackdown
The investigations include reviews of hiring, interior immigration enforcement and expedited removal of individuals by ICE and CBP.
Uber ordered to pay woman $8.5M in first trial over driver sex assault claims
The jury found that the driver was an agent of Uber, so the company was responsible for his actions.
New VRscores database maps workplace politics across 530,000 US employers
Researchers, including Professor of Management and Organization Reuben Hurst at the University of Maryland's Robert H. Smith School of Business, have produced VRscores, an unprecedented public database for understanding the partisan lean of different employers in the United
Amazon shares tumble as $200B AI spending spree rattles investors
CEO Andy Jassy struck a defiant tone in the company's conference call to discuss results, swiping at competitors and boasting about AWS's many new offerings.
Nationals praise Washington Post sports reporters
The Washington Nationals gave a shoutout to Washington Post reporters, a day after the newspaper announced plans to shut down its sports department as part of company-wide cuts. “Journalists from The Washington Post have chronicled the biggest and most important moments in our