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Team Trump To Repeal Basis For US Climate Rules: What To Know

President Donald Trump's administration is finalising its repeal of a foundational scientific determination that underpins the US government's authority to regulate greenhouse gas emissions, with an announcement expected in the coming weeks.

Published on: 17.01.2026 07:48
All About UN Biodiversity Treaty That Aims To Protect 30% Of Oceans By 2030

A landmark global treaty to safeguard biodiversity in the high seas came into effect on Saturday, providing countries with a legally binding framework to tackle threats such as overfishing.

Published on: 17.01.2026 07:41
In Pics: Kids Who Crashed Their Father's 2017 BBC Interview Are All Grown Up

The moment that made the family famous dates back to March 2017, when South Korea-based political analyst Kelly was speaking to BBC News. 

Published on: 17.01.2026 07:29
"I Am Being Harassed": Indian Woman's Viral Audio After Pakistan Marriage

An emotional audio clip has gone viral on social media, purportedly featuring Sarabjeet Kaur, an Indian woman who travelled to Pakistan for a Sikh pilgrimage in November last year and later converted to Islam and married a Pakistani man.

Published on: 17.01.2026 07:27
Why Reza Pahlavi's Return To Iran's Throne May Not Be Great For India

Iran's exiled crown prince, Reza Pahlavi, who is aiming for a potential return to his erstwhile kingdom amid anti-government unrest, said a "democratic Iranian state" under him would seek close and cooperative relations with India.

Published on: 17.01.2026 07:24
Tylenol Pregnancy Study Contradicts Trump Claims On Autism Link

Using the common painkiller acetaminophen during pregnancy is not linked to neurodevelopmental disorders in children, according to a study published in the Lancet on Friday.

Published on: 17.01.2026 06:16
Who Is Ajay Banga, Indian-Origin Banker Chosen By Trump For Gaza Peace Board

Ajay Banga is an Indian-American business executive with extensive experience across finance, banking and technology.

Published on: 17.01.2026 05:45
Opinion: Opinion | The Great Nobel 'Giveaway': Machado About Nothing?

If the goal of politics is to get everything you want while giving up nothing, Trump has had a banner Venezuelan week.

Published on: 17.01.2026 05:38
"No Internet, Dangerous Protests": First Flights From Iran Land In Delhi

The first two commercial flights carrying Indians from Iran landed in Delhi late last night, since violent protests erupted against the Khamenei regime.

Published on: 17.01.2026 05:10
Pacifier Gag To Spoof Video, Late-Night Hosts Roast Trump Over Nobel Prize

Donald Trump’s acceptance of a Nobel Peace Prize medal from its Venezuelan winner sparked sharp satire from late-night hosts Jimmy Kimmel and Jimmy Fallon.

Published on: 17.01.2026 04:40
Norovirus Infects Over 100 Students At South China School

A total of 103 students at a senior high school in Foshan, south China's Guangdong Province, have been infected with norovirus, local health authorities said on Saturday, noting that no critical or fatal cases were reported.

Published on: 17.01.2026 04:38
Pak Determined To Beat Terrorism, Throw It In Indian Ocean: Shehbaz Sharif

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday said that Pakistan was determined to defeat terrorism, asserting that the menace of militancy would be "thrown into the Indian Ocean".

Published on: 17.01.2026 04:33
US Announces Sports-Event Exemptions To Trump's Sweeping Visa Ban

The Trump administration has identified a host of athletic competitions it classifies as "major sporting events"—aside from soccer's 2026 World Cup and the 2028 Olympic Games—that athletes and coaches will be allowed to travel to the US.

Published on: 17.01.2026 04:06
Ex-British PM To Indian-origin Banker: Trump's Top Picks For Gaza "Peace Board"

The White House on Friday announced the names of the so-called "Board of Peace" that will, under President Donald Trump's plan, supervise the temporary governance of Gaza.

Published on: 17.01.2026 03:42
Trump's "Ended 8 Wars" Justification For Accepting Machado's Nobel Prize

Earlier on Thursday, after presenting the award to Trump, Machado said she did so "as a recognition for his unique commitment with our (Venezuela) freedom."

Published on: 17.01.2026 03:16
India Says Exiting Iran's Chabahar Port Is "Not An Option": Why It Matters

India is in touch with the United States to implement the short-term sanctions waiver to continue its work at Iran's strategically located Chabahar port, the Foreign Ministry said.

Published on: 17.01.2026 03:08
US Warns Of "Military Activities" Over Mexico, Central America

US aviation authorities issued notices Friday warning airlines to "exercise caution" in the airspace over Mexico and Central America due to "military activities."

Published on: 16.01.2026 23:36
India, Japan Launch AI Dialogue, Joint Working Group On Critical Minerals

India and Japan unveiled new initiatives to push bilateral cooperation in the sector of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and critical minerals during the 18th Strategic Dialogue between the two countries.

Published on: 16.01.2026 23:15
ChatGPT's Free Ride Is Ending As OpenAI Plans For Advertising

OpenAI says it will soon start showing advertisements to ChatGPT users who aren't paying for a premium version of the chatbot.

Published on: 16.01.2026 22:45
EU Advises Airlines To Avoid Iranian Airspace Amid Unrest

The European Union Aviation Safety Agency on Friday advised airlines to avoid Iranian airspace, after threats of US attacks that have put the Islamic republic on guard.

Published on: 16.01.2026 22:36

News from Arabic Countries

AFCON, Colonialism and Lumumba

A Congolese fan stood for 90 minutes to honour Patrice Lumumba, a man who stood for independence and paid for it

Published on: 17.01.2026 07:55
Minneapolis mayor says reported DOJ probe ‘intimidation’ amid ICE raids

Reports of Trump administration investigating top Democrats in Minnesota as violent ICE crackdown continues.

Published on: 17.01.2026 07:40
Floods kill more than 100 across southern Africa as rains intensify

Torrential rains have devastated communities from Mozambique to South Africa, displacing hundreds of thousands.

Published on: 17.01.2026 07:29
Mother of Elon Musk’s child sues his AI company over Grok deepfake images

Ashley St Clair, mother of Musk's son, Romulus, sues over 'pain and mental distress' caused by fake AI images.

Published on: 17.01.2026 06:59
Can the US afford Trump’s $1.5 trillion ‘dream military’?

Donald Trump plans to boost US military spending to $1.5 trillion in 2027. His plan to pay for it does not add up.

Published on: 17.01.2026 05:53
LIVE: Gaza death toll rises by Israeli raids, Trump names ‘Board of Peace’

Israeli raids cause rising casualties in Gaza, as attacks persist despite the ceasefire agreement.

Published on: 17.01.2026 05:35
Myanmar military-backed party leads after second round of election voting

Critics, including human rights and opposition groups, say election is neither free nor fair.

Published on: 17.01.2026 05:03
Nearly 50 Venezuelan soldiers killed in US abduction of President Maduro

Venezuela's Defence Ministry says 83 people in total killed in US attack to abduct President Nicolas Maduro.

Published on: 17.01.2026 04:23
US air authority warns of ‘military activities’ over Mexico, South America

Warnings come as Mexico's Sheinbaum says 'compelling results' in tackling drug cartels, following Trump strike threats.

Published on: 17.01.2026 03:37
US-Iran tensions: Trump has no path to an easy ‘win’ despite Tehran’s woes

Despite Iran's vulnerable position, any US strikes could risk triggering a protracted conflict, analysts say.

Published on: 17.01.2026 02:34
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,423

These are the key developments from day 1,423 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.

Published on: 17.01.2026 01:04
Uganda’s army denies abducting Bobi Wine amid disputed election

National Unity Platform said opposition presidential candidate was seized from his home following the presidential vote.

Published on: 16.01.2026 23:23
Trump to pardon former Puerto Rico Governor Wanda Vazquez after plea deal

Vazquez accepted a plea deal in 2025 after she was accused of participating in a bribery scheme while in office.

Published on: 16.01.2026 22:43
Trump names Tony Blair, Jared Kushner to Gaza ‘Board of Peace’

Former UK prime minister's role on Trump-led Gaza oversight committee expected to spur widespread condemnation.

Published on: 16.01.2026 22:21
Israeli attacks kill several as Gaza governance committee meets in Cairo

Nothing changes on ground for Palestinians needing ‘food, shelter, safety’, who see Trump’s plan as ‘distant, abstract'.

Published on: 16.01.2026 22:17
Iran says 3,000 people arrested as antigovernment protests subside

Internet access remains cut off as the streets of Tehran, other Iranian cities are largely calm after widescale unrest.

Published on: 16.01.2026 21:28
Syrian army announces full control of Deir Hafer after SDF withdrawal

Government forces enter city in Aleppo governorate after SDF fighters pull out.

Published on: 16.01.2026 21:19
‘Profoundly pro-American’: Machado outlines a vision for Venezuela’s future

Machado said the interim government of Delcy Rodriguez would do the 'dirty work' of assuring a democratic transition.

Published on: 16.01.2026 21:18
Gaza buried under millions of tonnes of rubble

More than two years of Israeli bombardment have left Gaza buried under an estimated 61 million tonnes of rubble.

Published on: 16.01.2026 20:43
Donald Trump praises Iran for halting mass executions

US President Donald Trump praised Iran for halting what he said were plans to hang more than 800 political prisoners.

Published on: 16.01.2026 20:12
US says Canada will regret decision to allow Chinese EVs into their market

US comments came in response to deal by Canada PM Carney to allow 49,000 EVs into Canada at 15% tariff, down from 100%.

Published on: 16.01.2026 19:51
Who owns the Arctic?

Global warming is thawing the Arctic and igniting a high-stakes race for the riches beneath its ice.

Published on: 16.01.2026 19:30
Iran in limbo: What’s next for country under internet blackout?

Heavy presence of armed forces on streets as Iranians stay home in wake of deadly protests.

Published on: 16.01.2026 19:12
Syrians flee Aleppo as tensions rise with Kurdish-led SDF

Syrians are fleeing areas near Aleppo after the government ordered people to leave amid rising tensions with the SDF.

Published on: 16.01.2026 19:01
What are the hurdles to implementing phase two of Gaza ceasefire?

The US says its Gaza plan is moving towards disarmament and reconstruction.

Published on: 16.01.2026 18:33