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Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado visited the White House and met with President Trump on Thursday, where she presented him with her Nobel Peace Prize medal. Mr. Trump praised Machado but stopped short of endorsing her as the country's next leader.
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Canadian series Heated Rivalry has become a global sensation, sparking conversations around sexuality, stereotypes and acceptance. In Russia, where it technically can't even legally be watched, there are calls for it to be banned outright. But that hasn't stopped many Russian fans from showing their love for the series online.
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Indonesian authorities are conducting an extensive search for a turboprop aircraft that lost contact en route from Yogyakarta to Makassar. The plane was carrying three government employees from the Ministry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries and seven crew members. Search teams, including aerial assets and ground crews, are focusing on a mountainous...
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Classrooms have emptied, shops have shut, and the mood is tense – but as the federal operation has ramped up, so has residents' responseAt 6.15am, Jac Kovarik revs up their SUV and snakes through the iced-over streets of south Minneapolis, eyes scanning for federal immigration agents.The neighborhood where Renee Good was killed by a federal...
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Hardline Ayatollah Ahmad Khatami is not alone among regime voices calling for harsh response to unrest, say rights groupsA senior Iranian cleric has demanded the execution of protesters after a brutal crackdown raised the death toll in Iran and quelled the nationwide protest movement.In a sermon on Friday, Ayatollah Ahmad Khatami railed against...
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'Hands off Greenland' rallies have been organised in Copenhagen, Aarhus, Aalborg, Odense and NuukWhat do people in Greenland think of Donald Trump and his threats to take over the island? The Guardian's Miranda Bryant and Lauren Hurrell take a look.Reuters estimated that thousands of protesters attended the "Hands Off Greenland” rallies around...
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Any Lucía López Belloza was detained at Boston's airport in November and flown to Honduras two days laterUS citizens and permanent residents: have you been racially profiled by ICE?The Trump administration apologized in court for a "mistake” in the deportation of a Massachusetts college student who was detained trying to fly home to surprise...
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An Indian-origin businessman, Rahul Shah, has been sentenced to six years in prison for orchestrating a massive scheme to defraud banks and obtain over $55 million in commercial loans and pandemic relief funds. He was convicted on multiple federal counts, including bank fraud and money laundering, for submitting falsified financial documents and...
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A public spat erupted between Elon Musk and Ryanair CEO Michael O'Leary after Ryanair jabbed Musk during an X outage. Musk retaliated with takeover jokes and name-calling, sparking a meme-fueled exchange. The disagreement stemmed from O'Leary's dismissal of SpaceX's Starlink Wi-Fi for Ryanair flights due to cost and efficiency concerns.
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Before landing in India for a six-day trade mission, B.C. Premier David Eby's main objective was to pack in as many meetings and garner as much interest in his province's resources as possible. Less than a year ago, that would have seemed virtually impossible to achieve in a country that was deep into a tense diplomatic rift with Canada.
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Anktiva, also known as nogapendekin alfa inbakicept, is a new cancer therapy that boosts the immune system to target cancer cells. The Saudi Food and Drug Authority has become the first regulatory body globally to grant conditional approval for Anktiva in advanced non-small cell lung cancer and high-risk bladder cancer, offering a new treatment...
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Bangladesh journalists and media owners are demanding safety after violent mob attacks on major newspapers. Staff were trapped as offices were torched and looted. Concerns are mounting over press freedom and democratic institutions ahead of elections, with critics pointing to the interim government's slow response and broader issues of harassment...
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Kai Cenat has explained that his Twitch hiatus was a deliberate choice after breaking the platform's subscriber record. Speaking to TMZ, he said the break allowed him to focus seriously on fashion and launch his clothing brand, Vivet. He also used the time to reset mentally after months of self-doubt and pressure.
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An unreleased sci-fi film titled November Renaissance has resurfaced, placing Erika Kirk back under online scrutiny. Conservative commentator Candace Owens has linked the project and an old photo to broader questions about Kirk's past. Kirk has not publicly responded, as speculation continues to spread across social media.
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Chand Parvathaneni, a lawyer in Dallas, is pushing back against false claims circulating online about the US government approving tons of H-1B visas. He's emphasizing that his job is strictly about giving legal guidance, and the government alone holds the authority to decide on visa approvals, not him or his colleagues.
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US President Donald Trump's recent White House meeting with Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado, who presented him with her Nobel Peace Prize medal, has sparked widespread online ridicule. Trump's apparent inability to recall Machado's name after praising her and the prestigious award has become a viral sensation, fuelling criticism...
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An Indian-origin man, Vikrant Thakur, confessed to killing his wife, Supriya Thakur, in Adelaide, Australia. He pleaded guilty to manslaughter and not guilty to murder. Supriya was found dead on December 21, and a fundraiser has been set up for their son.
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Ottawa witnessed a surreal Canadian Premier League Final as a blizzard raged, plunging temperatures to -8°C. Ground staff battled relentless snow, clearing pitch lines every 15 minutes, while players endured icy turf. This extraordinary spectacle, showcasing resilience and passion, captivated global audiences online, highlighting the growing...
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Tragic road accidents in Pakistan claimed at least 23 lives, including six children, on Saturday. A truck plunged into a dry canal in Sargodha, killing 14, while nine perished when a passenger coach overturned near Gwadar. Dense fog and over-speeding are blamed for the devastating incidents, highlighting ongoing traffic safety concerns.
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Emirates is launching daily, year-round direct flights between Dubai and Helsinki starting October 1, 2026, establishing the first non-stop air link between the UAE and Finland. This new route, operated by the Airbus A350-900, will boost tourism and trade, offering seamless connections for travellers from Asia, Africa, and Australasia to Finland.
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Expats in Saudi Arabia working self-employed were reminded to comply with residency, labour, and border laws. Non-compliance can result in fines up to 50,000 riyals, six months' imprisonment, and deportation. On January 12, the Ministry of Interior reminded the public of these rules and explained how breaches can be reported confidentially via 911...
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Extremely rare mummified cheetah remains, some over 1,800 years old, were discovered in northern Saudi Arabian caves. Researchers found seven mummies and 54 other cheetah skeletons, offering unprecedented insights into ancient cheetah genetics and their historical presence in the region. This discovery could aid future conservation efforts.
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Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado said she presented her Nobel Peace Prize medal to President Donald Trump at the White House on Thursday even as he has questioned her credibility to take over her country after the U.S. ousted then-President Nicolás Maduro.
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Move over Mediterranean: The World's Best Cruise Destination for 2025 has been crowned and this is a second consecutive win for the winner city. This prestigious award highlights the city's dual-port strategy, offering both cultural city experiences and tranquil island escapes. Significant growth in cruise calls and strategic tourism planning are...
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In historic speech to mark UN's 80th anniversary, secretary general makes impassioned plea for multilateralism and international law amid drastic US funding cutsThe United Nations secretary general, António Guterres, will warn on Saturday of the peril posed by "powerful forces lining up to undermine global cooperation” in an address to mark the...
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Air India and Saudia will launch a codeshare agreement in February 2026. This partnership will simplify travel between India and Saudi Arabia. Passengers will enjoy single-ticket bookings and seamless connections. The deal expands access to numerous domestic destinations in both countries. This makes planning trips for business, tourism and family...
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