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How the Son of Iran's Supreme Leader Built a Global Property Empire

On a tree-lined street in north London, known as "Billionaire's Row," a clutch of mostly empty mansions sit behind tall hedges and blacked-out gates. As school children wander by, private guards in dark SUVs patrol outside.

Published on: 29.01.2026 06:08
Trump Warns Iran Time Is Running Out As US Warships Enter Region

President Donald Trump warned Iran to make a nuclear deal with the US or face military strikes far worse than the attack he ordered last June, increasing pressure on the regime and propelling oil prices higher.

Published on: 29.01.2026 06:06
Bankrupt Restaurant Chain's CEO Looted Funds For Trips, Jets, Lenders Allege

A group of lenders to bankrupt dining chain FAT Brands Inc. has alleged that the company's chief executive officer "looted" the business to fund vacations, jewelry and private jets.

Published on: 29.01.2026 05:59
Who Would Take Over If There Is Regime Change In Iran? Marco Rubio Responds

Amid US President Donald Trump's renewed warning to Tehran over its nuclear programme, America's Secretary of State Marco Rubio weighed in on the question of who would take over Iran's leadership if the supreme leader were removed.

Published on: 29.01.2026 05:25
Nicki Minaj Holds Trump's Hand And Calls Herself His "No. 1 Fan". The President Returns The Praise

Trump also praised Minaj as the "greatest female rapper in history" and joked that he might grow out his own nails to match her signature long nail extensions

Published on: 29.01.2026 05:21
"Work Stress Makes People Gay": Malaysian Minister's Bizarre Remark Sparks Online Mockery

Many Malaysians lampooned the statement on social media, with some sarcastically asking if the minister "works hard in parliament" since he has not seemingly "turned gay."

Published on: 29.01.2026 04:21
Musk's Tesla To Spend $20 Billion On Autonomous Vehicles, Humanoid Robots

Tesla plans to more than double capital spending to a record high of more than $20 billion this year - but little of it will go to its traditional business of selling electric vehicles to human drivers.

Published on: 29.01.2026 03:56
"Don't Engage With Agitators": ICE Officers Told After 2 Killed In Minnesota

Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers in Minnesota on Wednesday were directed to avoid engaging with "agitators" as they carry out President Donald Trump's immigration crackdown, according to internal guidance reviewed by Reuters.

Published on: 29.01.2026 03:54
Trump Weighs Iran Strikes To Inspire Fresh Protests: Reports

Trump is weighing options against Iran that include targeted strikes on security forces and leaders to inspire protesters, multiple sources said, even as Israeli and Arab officials said air power alone would not topple the clerical rulers.

Published on: 29.01.2026 03:30
Trump's Indian-Origin Cyber Chief Uploaded Critical Files On ChatGPT: Report

The interim head of America's cyber defence agency, the very agency tasked with protecting the government's secrets, uploaded sensitive contracting documents into a public version of ChatGPT after taking charge of the agency last summer.

Published on: 29.01.2026 03:16
'Trade Above Ukraine': Team Trump Blasts Europe Over India-EU Deal

Bessent accused European countries of indirectly financing the conflict they publicly condemn. After Russia invaded Ukraine and the imposition of Western sanctions, India significantly increased its purchases of discounted Russian crude oil.

Published on: 29.01.2026 02:34
NDTV Exclusive: The Hunters Of Lyman - Inside Ukraine's Deadliest Drone Unit

In an exhaustive interview with NDTV, drone pilots and operators from Ukraine's Signum Batallion go into details about drone warfare and what happens on the frontlines.

Published on: 29.01.2026 02:31
Colombian Lawmaker Among 15 Dead In Plane Crash

An aircraft carrying 15 people, including one lawmaker, went missing near Colombia's troubled border with Venezuela on Wednesday, state airline Satena and aerospace authorities said.

Published on: 29.01.2026 01:21
Rubio Defends Maduro Capture As "Strategic" And "Not An Act Of War"

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio defended the capture of former Venezuelan president Nicolas Maduro before a Senate committee, arguing that the operation did not amount to an act of war and portraying it as a strategic necessity.

Published on: 29.01.2026 00:01
Rubio Says US May Join New Russia-Ukraine Talks This Week

The United States may join new talks this week between warring foes Russia and Ukraine, with territory the remaining but major point of contention, Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Wednesday.

Published on: 28.01.2026 23:59
"ICE Cold Killers": Paris Protesters Rally Against US Immigration Crackdown

Dozens of protesters rallied in Paris on Wednesday against US President Donald Trump's immigration crackdown, voicing horror and fear after a second fatal shooting by immigration agents capped months of escalating violence.

Published on: 28.01.2026 23:40
Iran Vows To Resist Any US attack, Insists Ready For Nuclear Deal

Iran's foreign minister warned Wednesday its forces would respond immediately and forcefully to any US military operation after President Donald Trump declared time was running out to avoid one, but did not rule out a new deal on Tehran's nuclear pro

Published on: 28.01.2026 22:59
Canada Says "Rules-Based Trade With US Is Over"

The era of rules-based trade with the United States is "over," Canada's central bank governor said Wednesday, echoing a stark warning from the country's prime minister that President Donald Trump's impact on global trade is permanent.

Published on: 28.01.2026 19:39
In U-Turn, France Backs Move To Put Iran's Guards On EU Terrorism List

France will now support the inclusion of Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) on the European list of terrorist organisations, a move that Paris has always been hesitant to back for fear that it could cut ties with Iran.

Published on: 28.01.2026 19:26
"Fingers On The Trigger": Iran Warns US Against Military Operation

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi warned Wednesday that its forces would respond forcefully to any US military operation -- but did not rule out a new deal on Tehran's nuclear programme.

Published on: 28.01.2026 18:42

News from Arabic Countries

Banks shut, futures uncertain one year after M23 rebels seized DRC’s Goma

A year since the M23's lightning offensive led to the fall of North Kivu's capital, residents struggle to make a living.

Published on: 29.01.2026 06:26
LIVE: Iran warns of quick retaliation as Trump revives US threats

Iran pushes back after Trump says Tehran can either negotiate 'a fair and equitable deal' or face a US 'armada'.

Published on: 29.01.2026 06:04
Bangladesh election: Is the military still a power behind the scenes?

Bangladesh's era of coups and military rule may be over for now, but the army remains a potent force impacting politics

Published on: 29.01.2026 05:40
Trump’s troop deployment in US cities cost almost $500m in 2025

The Congressional Budget Office estimates that ongoing military operations in US cities will cost $93m a month.

Published on: 29.01.2026 05:39
China warns Australia against taking back control of key port in Darwin

China's envoy says Beijing will 'take measures' to defend Chinese firm's interests if Canberra takes over Port Darwin.

Published on: 29.01.2026 05:20
Venezuela’s police, military pledge loyalty to interim President Rodriguez

Delcy Rodriguez receives loyalty pledge weeks after dozens killed in US military operation to abduct Nicolas Maduro.

Published on: 29.01.2026 05:10
How does US military build-up off Iran compare to the June 2025 strikes?

And could a sudden deployment of major US naval and air force assets indicate a strike on Iran is imminent?

Published on: 29.01.2026 05:06
China’s Xi Jinping, UK’s Kier Starmer agree to deepen economic ties

British PM Keir Starmer's China visit is the first by a UK leader in eight years and marks a thaw in frosty relations.

Published on: 29.01.2026 04:59
Aoun’s tightrope: Daily Israeli attacks and Hezbollah’s refusal to disarm

Pressures on the Lebanese president to disarm the group may soon escalate if his focus on diplomacy doesn't succeed.

Published on: 29.01.2026 04:16
‘Even the dead were not spared’: Israeli’s Gaza desecration compounds grief

Israeli search for last captive's remains defiled over 250 graves, leaving families uncertain about buried loved ones.

Published on: 29.01.2026 04:11
Elon Musk’s Tesla reports first-ever annual decline in revenue

Electric car company to invest $2bn in artificial intelligence start-up as part of pivot away from auto market.

Published on: 29.01.2026 03:41
Palestinian journalist Bisan Owda with 1.4m followers reports TikTok ban

Emmy-winning Owda points to changes in TikTok's US ownership, remarks from Israel's Benjamin Netanyahu to explain ban.

Published on: 29.01.2026 03:02
US agents involved in Alex Pretti’s killing in Minneapolis placed on leave

Two agents placed on administrative leave as outrage continues over killing of intensive care nurse Alex Pretti.

Published on: 29.01.2026 02:08
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,435

These are the key developments from day 1,435 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.

Published on: 29.01.2026 00:28
Mourinho’s Benfica drag Real Madrid with them to Champions League playoffs

Benfica beat Real 4-2 which sends both teams into Champions League playoffs, as Madrid miss out on top eight.

Published on: 28.01.2026 23:16
Barcelona claim Champions League last-16 spot, but its the playoffs for PSG

Barcelona leap into Champions League automatic qualifying positions with win in Copenhagen, but PSG face playoffs.

Published on: 28.01.2026 23:08
Quebec mosque attack anniversary renews call to end anti-Muslim hate

Muslim leaders warn against divisive laws, rhetoric as Canada marks nine years since deadly Quebec City mosque shooting.

Published on: 28.01.2026 22:35
What will be the impact of the EU-India trade pact?

The 'mother of all trade deals' comes months after the United States slapped tariffs on India and the European Union.

Published on: 28.01.2026 22:23
Israel’s top court delays Gaza press access ruling amid years-long ban

Court gives Israeli government until March to justify ban on foreign media from Gaza.

Published on: 28.01.2026 21:29
France says will support EU designation of Iran’s IRGC as ‘terrorist’ group

Foreign minister announces apparent reversal of France's stance, saying Iran protest crackdown 'cannot go unanswered'.

Published on: 28.01.2026 21:16
Colombian lawmaker among 15 killed in plane crash near Venezuela

The plane vanished near Colombia's eastern border, and the search was hindered by dense terrain and adverse weather.

Published on: 28.01.2026 20:51
Trump yanks permitting process from Democrats after California fires

Democratic officials shot back that Trump has failed to deliver the federal funds needed for rebuilding efforts.

Published on: 28.01.2026 20:22
Iraqi protesters burn photos of Trump amid his threats over al-Maliki

Protesters in Baghdad burned photos of Donald Trump, rejecting the US president’s demands regarding Nouri al-Maliki.

Published on: 28.01.2026 20:12
How drone warfare has changed in Ukraine

Spools of fibre-optic cable drape the ruins of Lyman, once a resort town in Ukraine, now shaped by drone warfare.

Published on: 28.01.2026 20:04
US Federal Reserve holds interest rates steady despite political pressure

The central bank will maintain rates at 3.5 to 3.75 percent and warned of 'elevated' economic uncertainty.

Published on: 28.01.2026 19:23