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Trump Weighs New Military Options Against Iran
The New York Times - 30 Jan 2026 00:48
The plans being weighed by the president go beyond those he considered weeks ago amid widespread protests against Irans government.
Woman faints after being caned 140 times under Indonesian provinces sharia law
The Guardian - 30 Jan 2026 00:38
Woman and man accused of sex outside marriage and drinking alcohol faced what is likely to be one of the severest punishments since Aceh province adopted sharia lawSharia police have caned a couple 140 times each in Indo...
Four people, including two children, found dead in Perth in suspected murder-suicide
The Guardian - 30 Jan 2026 04:30
WA police say both Mosman Park children had significant health challenges and had engaged with care servicesFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcas...
Xis Military Purge May Set Back His Taiwan Ambitions
The New York Times - 30 Jan 2026 03:14
By ousting his top generals, Xi Jinping has secured absolute control, but has also hollowed out the command structure preparing for possible war over Taiwan.
Newsom Files Civil Rights Complaint Against Dr. Oz Over Fraud Video
The New York Times - 30 Jan 2026 02:12
Dr. Mehmet Oz, a top federal health official, posted a video that accuses Armenian Americans in California of health care fraud.
Trump endorses deal struck with Democrats to end government shutdown
Sky News - 30 Jan 2026 00:20
Donald Trump has endorsed a spending deal negotiated by US Senate Republicans and Democrats that would stave off a government shutdown and temporarily fund the Department of Homeland Security.
Asylum seeker jailed for at least 29 years for murdering Walsall hotel worker
The Guardian - 30 Jan 2026 13:13
Deng Chol Majek stabbed Rhiannon Whyte 23 times in October 2024 attackA Sudanese asylum seeker described as demonic and inhuman has been jailed for at least 29 years for a vicious attack on a woman who was working at the...
Marines rescue stranded climber in freezing conditions on Ben Nevis
Sky News - 30 Jan 2026 13:13
Marines on a training exercise saved the life of a stranded climber who had begun to succumb to exposure on Ben Nevis in freezing conditions.
Iran Rules Out Talks With U.S. Until Trumps Threats Stop
The New York Times - 30 Jan 2026 13:02
Irans foreign minister ruled out direct talks unless President Trump stops threatening to attack it. He also said Iran would not discuss its ballistic missiles.
Trump says 'very dangerous' for UK to deal with China
BBC - 30 Jan 2026 04:27
Sir Keir Starmer says "the UK has got a huge amount to offer" as he visits China to reset relations.
Palau lawmakers vote to block controversial Trump deal to resettle migrants from US
The Guardian - 30 Jan 2026 04:27
A plan to resettle third-country nationals from the US to the Pacific nation faces an uncertain future amid unease over the dealA controversial Trump administration deal to relocate deportees from the US to the small Pac...
Trump and First Lady Attend Premiere of Melania at Kennedy Center
The New York Times - 30 Jan 2026 04:00
Amazon paid Melania Trumps production company $40 million for the movie and then paid another $35 million to promote it.
Trump Says His Own Government Failed Him as IRS Tax Leak Lawsuit Puts Federal Safeguards Under Fire
IBTimes - 30 Jan 2026 03:45
Trump files a $10bn lawsuit against the IRS and Treasury, alleging his tax returns were leaked due to government security failures.
Ukraine war briefing: Zelenskyy and Merz welcome Trump truce claim and condemn Russia attacks
The Guardian - 30 Jan 2026 01:50
Ukrainian president and German chancellor praise US efforts after Trump claims Putin agreed to pause, as six killed in latest Russian strikes. What we know on day 1,437German chancellor Friedrich Merz and Volodymyr Zelen...
Minnesota Man Arrested After Posing as FBI Agent to Free Luigi Mangione from Brooklyn Jail
IBTimes - 30 Jan 2026 01:46
Learn about the bizarre story of a man arrested for posing as an FBI agent in a failed attempt to free a high-profile inmate from a Brooklyn jail.
Death Toll During New York City Cold Snap Rises to 13
The New York Times - 30 Jan 2026 23:59
The growing number of deaths comes amid heightened concern about Mayor Zohran Mamdanis handling of last weekends winter storm and the aftermath.
Takeaways from the millions of newly released Epstein files
BBC - 30 Jan 2026 23:56
The three million new documents include hundreds of mentions of Trump emails between Epstein and a person called "The Duke"
NYPD on hunt for sicko accused of raping 14-year-old girl in Manhattan building
New York Post - 30 Jan 2026 23:49
The suspect was last seen wearing a black-and-gray knit hat, gray face covering, white coat, camouflage pants, a camo backpack, and black boots.
Jeff Bezoss Rocket Company Blue Origin Pauses Space Tourism to Focus on the Moon
The New York Times - 30 Jan 2026 23:47
The New Shepard rocket from Blue Origin, which brought 92 people on trips to the edge of space, will cease flying for at least two years as the company prioritizes NASA contracts.
Grand Jury Hears Evidence on Brooklyn Power Broker
The New York Times - 30 Jan 2026 23:40
Brooklyn federal prosecutors have been conducting a corruption investigation into Frank Carone, who served as Mayor Eric Adamss chief of staff.
Littler comes back from brink in World Masters
BBC - 30 Jan 2026 23:39
World number one Luke Littler comes through a "tough" night to win his first-round game after opponent Mike de Decker misses a match dart.
Giants owner Steve Tisch admits to emailing Epstein about adult women, but insists he never accepted any of his invitations
New York Post - 30 Jan 2026 23:39
In 2013, Tisch peppered Epstein with questions about various women that the deceased financier appeared to be associated with.