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Boy, 12, dies from injuries after Sydney shark attack
BBC - 24 Jan 2026 05:10
Nico Antic was swimming in Sydney Harbour when he was attacked last Sunday.
An Unlikely Source of Crypto Innovation: Afghanistan
The New York Times - 24 Jan 2026 05:01
The repressive Taliban government is suspicious of the internet. But a start-up in the country is building blockchain-based tools to transform humanitarian aid.
Pentagon to reduce its role in deterrence of North Korea
The Guardian - 24 Jan 2026 04:17
US policy document suggests South Korea take primary responsibility, as Pentagon prioritises defending US homelandThe Pentagon foresees a more limited role in deterring North Korea, with South Korea taking primary respon...
Syrian and Kurdish forces agree to extend ceasefire as threat of war looms
The Guardian - 24 Jan 2026 12:47
Ceasefire to be extended for one month to allow transfer of suspected Islamic State members from Syria to IraqThe Syrian government and Kurdish forces agreed to extend a ceasefire on Saturday, according to Syrian diploma...
Ukraine Expects Answers From Russia as Peace Talks Continue, Zelensky Says
The New York Times - 24 Jan 2026 12:29
Officials from Russia, Ukraine and the United States are meeting in the United Arab Emirates for rare three-way negotiations.
Is the supreme court ready to stand up to Trump over Federal Reserve attack?
The Guardian - 24 Jan 2026 12:00
Conservative majority appears eager to hand president greater power - with one exception: the US central bankDonald Trump has tried his usual tactics when it comes to getting the US Federal Reserve to lower interest rate...
We Dont Need Greenland. We Need Allies.
The New York Times - 24 Jan 2026 12:00
It is time for Americans to step up and defend NATO and our countrys vital interests in its survival.
Jury Lets 37-Year-Old Walk Free After He Allegedly Offered $10,000 to Kill US Border Patrol Chief
IBTimes - 24 Jan 2026 05:09
A 37-year-old man was acquitted of offering a $10,000 (£8,150) bounty on US Border Patrol Chief Raul Bovino, highlighting challenges in politically charged cases.
Protesters supporting Palestine Action hunger striker arrested outside prison
The Guardian - 24 Jan 2026 23:58
Police said group breached HMP Wormwood Scrubs grounds where Umer Khalid is being held A group of protesters supporting a Palestine Action prisoner on hunger strike have been arrested after they breached prison grounds, ...
Alex Pretti Was Reportedly 'Trying to Protect 2 Women' Before Fatal Minneapolis Shooting
IBTimes - 24 Jan 2026 23:50
Discover the controversy surrounding the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti in Minneapolis, as witnesses claim he was protecting women while others defend the federal agents' actions.
Sen. Ted Cruz has snarky response after facing backlash for traveling ahead of disastrous winter storm
New York Post - 24 Jan 2026 23:45
Cruz was snapped Tuesday standing up out of his seat in a crowded aisle aboard a plane that was reportedly heading to Laguna Beach.
Celtics rookies Hugo Gonzalez and Amari Williams proved they can step up, play big minutes in NBA
Boston - 24 Jan 2026 23:07
Williams woke up in Portland before finding out the Celtics needed him in Brooklyn Friday. The post Celtics rookies Hugo Gonzalez and Amari Williams proved they can step up, play big minutes in NBA appeared first on Bost...
3 Photos of Alex Pretti: The ICU Nurse Killed by Border Patrol Agent in Minneapolis Shooting
IBTimes - 24 Jan 2026 22:58
Intensive care nurse Alex Pretti was fatally shot by Border Patrol agents in Minneapolis, sparking protests and a heated debate over federal immigration enforcement and self-defence.
'Liverpool's struggles can no longer be hidden by long unbeaten run'
BBC - 24 Jan 2026 22:48
Liverpool's struggles can no longer be hidden by their long unbeaten run after their last-gasp defeat at Bournemouth, writes Aadam Patel.
Who is Alex Pretti - Family Say VA Care Role Defined Man Killed by ICE Agents
IBTimes - 24 Jan 2026 22:36
A 37-year-old Minneapolis VA ICU nurse, Alex Pretti, is under scrutiny after a federal agent fatally shot him in a controversial encounter.
American rock climber Alex Honnold climbs Taipei 101 skyscraper without ropes
ABC News - 24 Jan 2026 22:33
American rock climber Alex Honnold has climbed the Taipei 101 skyscraper without any ropes or protective equipment
Newcastle out to 'upset league's status quo' - Howe
BBC - 24 Jan 2026 22:33
Head coach Eddie Howe believes Newcastle United can still achieve "great things" despite financial restrictions as his side look to upset the league's status quo.
Snow, sleet and power outages: 140m Americans under warnings for major winter storm
The Guardian - 24 Jan 2026 22:31
Dangerous weather engulfing large area of country as 16 states plus DC declare states of emergencyA powerful winter storm with more than 140 million Americans in its crosshairs started sweeping across much of the US on S...
Home Office to launch British FBI to deal with serious crime UK-wide
The Guardian - 24 Jan 2026 22:30
National Police Service will investigate organised crime, terrorism, fraud and online child abuseThe government is setting up a National Police Service - dubbed the British FBI - to deal with organised crime, terrorism, ...
Its a Horror Show: Anguish Sweeps Minneapolis After Federal Agents Kill Another Neighbor
Mother Jones - 24 Jan 2026 22:30
Minnesotans awoke to yet more terror Saturday morning as news broke that federal agents had shot and killed another local in the streets. The victim, 37-year-old Minneapolis resident Alex Pretti, was pinned down by sever...
'British FBI' to take over terror and fraud probes in reforms to police
BBC - 24 Jan 2026 22:30
The home secretary says policing is stuck "in a different century" and the new body will form part of wider reforms.
New 'British FBI' to fight serious crime and help local police tackle everyday offences
Sky News - 24 Jan 2026 22:29
A "British FBI" will be created to fight the most serious crime and help local police forces focus on tackling everyday offences.