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Car Rams Into Chabad Headquarters In New York City, Damaging Doors

A man was arrested after repeatedly crashing his car into the Chabad Lubavitch world headquarters in New York City while people were gathered for prayer at the deeply revered Hasidic Jewish site.

Published on: 29.01.2026 09:08
Sheikh Hasina Denounces Upcoming Bangladesh Polls From Her Exile In India

Bangladesh's ousted leader Sheikh Hasina has slammed the country's upcoming election after her party was barred from the polls, remarks that could deepen tensions ahead of the pivotal vote next month.

Published on: 29.01.2026 08:53
Why Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu Keeps His Phone Camera Taped

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu keeps his phone's rear camera covered with red tape, as multiple photographs going viral on social media show.

Published on: 29.01.2026 08:50
New Videos Show Alex Pretti Fight With Officers 11 days Before His Death

The January 13 fight was captured in a pair of videos that show Pretti shouting an expletive at the federal officers and struggling with them.

Published on: 29.01.2026 08:49
"Risk Of Kidnapping, Terrorism": US' Travel Warning For Pakistan

The United States has urged its citizens to "reconsider travel" to Pakistan, citing security concerns, including crime, civil unrest, terrorism, and the risk of kidnapping.

Published on: 29.01.2026 08:24
China Vows To Develop Space Tourism, Explore Deep Space As It Races US

China's main space contractor vowed to develop space tourism in the next five years, state media reported on Thursday, as Beijing revs up its commercial spaceflight and deep space exploration ambitions amid a technology race with the US.

Published on: 29.01.2026 08:08
Shadow Network In Minneapolis Defies ICE And Protects Immigrants

If there's been a soundtrack to life in Minneapolis in recent weeks, it's the shrieking whistles and honking horns of thousands of people following immigration agents across the city.

Published on: 29.01.2026 07:59
Protesters, Cops Clash At US Detention Center Housing 5-Year-Old Child

Texas state police officers on Wednesday used tear gas to disperse a demonstration outside a US immigration detention facility where protesters demanded the release of a 5-year-old Ecuadoran boy.

Published on: 29.01.2026 07:49
10 Dead In New York's Frigid Cold, Raising Questions About City's Preparedness

At least 10 died after being exposed to the bitter cold that has persisted in New York City since late last Friday.

Published on: 29.01.2026 07:43
Mark Carney's Party Sees Jump In Popularity After His Viral Davos Speech

Mark Carney's Liberal Party is enjoying a surge in polls after the Canadian prime minister earned praise from other world leaders for his Davos speech urging smaller countries to resist coercion by superpowers.

Published on: 29.01.2026 07:29
Trump Facing Growing Cultural Revolt Against Immigration Crackdown

No longer confined to the partisans and activists, the fierce backlash against Donald Trump's immigration crackdown has begun to break out across American culture, spanning the worlds of business, sports and entertainment.

Published on: 29.01.2026 07:23
"Constitutional Coup": India Slams Pakistan Over Lifetime Immunity To Asim Munir

India targeted Pakistan on the global stage for giving supreme powers to its Defence Chief, Asim Munir, advising Islamabad to "introspect" on the role of its armed forces in constitutional developments.

Published on: 29.01.2026 07:09
Trump's "Speed And Violence" Warning, Iran's "Like Never Before" Response

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 06:39
One Of China's Richest Battery Tycoons Builds $50 Billion Empire

After shares surged about 112% in the past year in Shenzhen, Cao Renxian's fortune more than doubled to $15 billion, making him one of the wealthiest alternative-energy titans in China.

Published on: 29.01.2026 06:25
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 06:21
Amazon To HP And Nestle, A Look At Recent Layoffs In Major Companies

A growing number of companies across sectors are cutting jobs, citing rising operational costs. Some companies are laying off workers to invest in new technology, such as artificial intelligence, as part of bigger restructuring plans.

Published on: 29.01.2026 06:19
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 06:15
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

News from Arabic Countries

Video: US agents placed on leave over Pretti shooting as vigil held

US federal agents involved in a fatal shooting during an immigration raid are placed on leave. Manuel Rapalo explains.

Published on: 29.01.2026 09:19
China warns against US ‘military adventurism’ as Iran tensions escalate

China warns against US ‘military adventurism’ as Iran tensions escalate

Published on: 29.01.2026 08:39
Is the global economic order unravelling?

As the US pushes its 'America First' agenda, its partners are edging towards China and new alliances are being formed.

Published on: 29.01.2026 08:21
Syria grants immediate citizenship to Kurds in wake of gains against SDF

Interior Minister Anas Khattab's order includes all listed as stateless and sets February 5 as deadline for its rollout.

Published on: 29.01.2026 08:15
China executes 11 linked to Myanmar scam operations: State media

Among the executed were members of the "Ming family criminal group".

Published on: 29.01.2026 08:00
Car ramming at largest synagogue in Brooklyn

A man has been arrested after repeatedly ramming his car into Brooklyn’s largest synagogue.

Published on: 29.01.2026 07:55
Dozens killed in RSF drone attack in war-torn Sudan’s South Kordofan

The attack in Dilling town comes a day after Sudan's military declared an end to RSF siege there.

Published on: 29.01.2026 07:54
Gold surges past $5,500 amid Iran tensions, weakening US dollar

Precious metal hits fresh record as US President Donald Trump renews threats against Iran.

Published on: 29.01.2026 07:40
Heavy gunfire and explosions near airport in Niger’s capital

Heavy gunfire and explosions were heard near Niger’s international airport in Niamey on Thursday.

Published on: 29.01.2026 07:20
‘You’re not human:’ A legal limbo for Russian nationals in Ukraine

As some Russians symbolically destroy their passports, others officially part with it through a drawn out process.

Published on: 29.01.2026 07:16
Police probe explosive device thrown at Indigenous protest in Australia

Man charged with throwing explosive device into a crowd at Invasion Day protest in Western Australia's Perth.

Published on: 29.01.2026 07:10
Exiled leader Hasina denounces upcoming Bangladesh polls after party ban

Ousted premier says the exclusion of her Awami League party "deepens resentment" on Muhammad Yunus's interim government.

Published on: 29.01.2026 07:00
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 Keir 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’: Israel’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