Kazakhstan’s President to join Trump’s ‘Board of Peace’ meant to tackle global conflicts
Permanent membership to the board will cost US$1 billion (S$1.3 billion).
Prabowo nominates nephew to Bank Indonesia board amid independence fears
Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto has nominated his nephew to join the central bank’s board of governors, two sources said, amid growing concern about its independence as the government seeks more support for ambitious economic targets. Investors have worried that independent monetary policyma...
How to stay consistent with the gym after the January buzz
Maintaining gym consistency after the New Year hype fades requires strategies that transform motivation into a lasting habit.
ATM maintenance tech broke the bank by forgetting to return a key
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What channel is Knicks vs. Mavs on today? Time, TV schedule, live stream to watch MLK Day NBA game
The Knicks and Mavs are set to face off on Monday for MLK Day. Here's how you can watch.
Paddington star says film series will continue without him
‘It’s a younger man’s job, but you can get other actors in and it will work just as well, because it’s all about the bear,’ says Hugh Bonneville
Jenrick 'told Badenoch to kick Truss out' of the Tories
Robert Jenrick claims he told Kemi Badenoch to kick former prime minister Liz Truss out of the Conservative Party because of her "cackhanded" mini budget.
Mane slams 'sad' incident as Senegal's 'shameful' walk-off mars AFCON final
Morocco head coach Walid Regragui says the image of Africa is "shameful" after Senegal walked off the pitch during the Africa Cup of Nations final when a penalty was awarded against them.
Gold hits record and stocks fall as Greenland crisis deepens
European countries race to respond after Donald Trump threatens tariffs in pursuit of Arctic island
60% more applicants per job in Hong Kong in 2025 amid AI takeover of roles
Competition in the Hong Kong labour market intensified in the past year as the average number of applications per job advertisement soared by nearly 60 per cent, while the adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) took a toll on some positions, according to data from a popular online job platform. Jo...
Fancl distributor couple buys Lippo Centre office, shop in US$38.3 million deal
The couple behind the Asia distributor of Japanese skincare brand Fancl has bought prime office and retail space in Hong Kong’s Admiralty district, highlighting selective bargain hunting by cash-rich local investors as commercial property prices remain under pressure. Gourmet Dining Group, owned b...
Mozambique president cancels Davos trip due to severe floods
MAPUTO, Jan 19 - Mozambique's President Daniel Chapo has cancelled his trip to the World Economic Forum in Davos this week due to severe floods that have damaged infrastructure and affected hundreds of thousands of people in the Southern African country.
Tearful Fran Jones forced to retire from Australian Open match due to injury
The British No 3’s sobs were audible around the court while her bid to reach the second round for the first time ended in another painful retirement
Coco Gauff advances to second round at Australian Open
Gauff came through against Uzbekistan's Kamilla Rakhimova, but she was less than convincing, with seven double faults and 31 unforced errors.
A decentralized peer-to-peer messaging application that operates over Bluetooth
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AI-driven pirated manga is booming. Can AI also help curb it?
While artificial intelligence is driving the spread of pirated manga online, Japanese government officials are hoping AI can also help rein it in.
Can You Retire a Millionaire Investing Just $10 a Day? The Answer Is Yes -- Here's the Math
With patience and consistency, small contributions really can add up over time.
Tesla, Volvo Set to Be First Winners of China-Canada EV Deal
Tesla Inc. and brands controlled by Zhejiang Geely Holding Group Co. will likely be the first beneficiaries of Canada’s move to slash import tariffs on made-in-China electric vehicles.
Hackers target Iran state TV with exiled prince’s message to forces
Hackers disrupted Iranian state television satellite transmissions to air footage supporting the country’s exiled crown prince and calling on security forces to not “point your weapons at the people”, footage online showed early Monday, the latest disruption to follow nationwide protests in th...
China's population falls for fourth straight year
Despite efforts to encourage young couples to have children, China's birth rate hit a record low.
Death toll from high-speed train collision in Spain rises to 39, RTVE reports
MADRID, Jan 19 - The death toll from Sunday's collision between a derailing high-speed train and a second oncoming train in southern Spain has risen to 39, with 152 people injured, state broadcaster RTVE reported on Monday, citing police sources.
Why is Malachi Toney called Baby Jesus? The story of how Miami WR got his holy nickname
Freshman Malachi Toney is one of the most intriguing young players in college football. The Hurricanes' superstar has a nickname to match.
New Logistics Consortium baton to accelerate trucking efficiency
Japan’s logistics industry is facing pressing challenges, including accelerating labor shortages and increasing need for addressing environmental issues. According to a report compiled by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry in February 2023, if no countermeasures are taken, there could be ...
China’s demographic alarms blare as births hit historic low and population shrinks again
China’s birth count plummeted to a record low last year, falling by about 10 million from its 2016 peak and slashing the total by more than half in less than a decade, as the country’s population shrank for a fourth consecutive year. Only 7.92 million babies were born in 2025, down 17 per cent f...
A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms review – Game of Thrones fans might baulk at this odd, body fluid-drenched spinoff
The stakes are lowered and the puerility ramped up in this off-beat prequel to HBO’s fantasy phenomenon
Australian gold miner Perseus confirms second fatality in Ivory Coast mine accident
Jan 19 - Australia's Perseus Mining said on Monday that a second employee of a contractor firm passed away in a hospital, days after an accident near the gold producer's Bagoe mine in Cote d'Ivoire.
Japan PM Takaichi set to call snap election
Since taking office last October, Sanae Takaichi has enjoyed high public support.
Boy, 12, and man critically hurt after three shark attacks in two days
Two people, including a 12-year-old boy, are reported to be critically ill after separate shark attacks in Sydney, the third incident in two days.
Toll in Spain train collision rises to at least 39 as rescuers search for more bodies
Spanish police said Monday that at least 39 people died in the a high-speed train collision Sunday in southern Spain and rescue efforts were continuing
Hackers target Iran’s state TV to air footage supporting exiled crown prince
The footage aired Sunday night across multiple channels broadcast by satellite from Islamic Republic of Iran Broadcasting
How the high-speed train crash in southern Spain unfolded: ‘Felt like an earthquake’
High-speed train gets derailed, jumps onto adjacent track, and slams into oncoming train on Sunday in southern Spain
Senegal defeat Morocco to win Africa Cup of Nations in chaotic final
Senegal have secured a second Africa Cup of Nations title after beating hosts Morocco 1-0 thanks to a Pape Gueye extra-time winner during what was a chaotic final.
Players and officials face threat of 'appropriate action' after chaotic Africa Cup of Nations final
The organisers of the Africa Cup of Nations have condemned the "unacceptable behaviour" of some players and officials during Sunday's chaotic final where Senegal defeated Morocco 1-0.
Players and officials could face 'appropriate action' after chaotic Africa Cup of Nations final
The organisers of the Africa Cup of Nations have condemned the "unacceptable behaviour" of some players and officials during Sunday's chaotic final where Senegal defeated Morocco 1-0.
Prabowo Nominates Nephew as Bank Indonesia Deputy Governor
Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto has nominated his nephew for Bank Indonesia deputy governor, sparking apprehension among investors that the move could erode the central bank’s autonomy. The rupiah closed near its record low.
FedEx's CEO explains why regular humanoid robots can't get the job done in its warehouses
Raj Subramaniam said "super humanoid robots" with a "couple of elbows" would be better at automating deliveries.
Stanley Kwan, Anthony Chen Among Producers for Hong Kong HAF’s First Lineup of 17 In-Development Projects
The Hong Kong International Film Festival Society (HKIFF) has unveiled the initial slate of 17 in-development projects selected for the 24th edition of the Hong Kong-Asia Film Financing Forum (HAF), set to take place March 17-19 at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. The projects, curren...
E.ON cancelled £13,000 bill it sent to my late mother, but still owes £3,360
A bereaved young customer was baffled by the wildly fluctuating balances the energy supplier claimed on a family’s accountWhen my mother died of cancer, my aunt adopted me. She, too, died of cancer in 2024. At 26, I am now alone and struggling to deal with enormous, nonsensical energy bills from E...
Miami vs. Indiana weather updates: Latest news on forecast for CFP national championship at Hard Rock Stadium
Rain took hold of Hard Rock Stadium's surroundings on Sunday afternoon. Could it linger during Monday's game?
Indiana football roster age: How Hoosiers' team of 'adults' compares to NFL's Packers
Indiana is loaded with experience in the College Football Playoff, but don't believe everything you hear.
What channel is Cavs vs. Thunder on today? Time, TV schedule, live stream to watch MLK Day NBA game
The Thunder and Cavs are set to face off on Monday for MLK Day. Here's how you can watch.
Davos Daily: Good morning, day one
Business Insider is at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. Follow along here for the latest updates.
HAF Unveils In Development Selection With Projects Produced By Anthony Chen, Stanley Kwan & Eiko Mizuno-Gray
HKIFF Industry has announced the 17 projects selected for the In Development section of this year’s Hong Kong Asia Film Financing Forum (HAF), including new projects produced by Singapore’s Anthony Chen, Hong Kong’s Stanley Kwan and Japan’s Eiko Mizuno-Gray. Chen is producing Malaysian p...
The Race to Build the DeepSeek of Europe Is On
As Europe’s longstanding alliance with the US falters, its push to become a self-sufficient AI superpower has become more urgent.
Today on Sky Sports Racing: Surrey National crown up for grabs at Lingfield
It’s Surrey National day at Lingfield as the week begins with a quality jumps card, plus All-Weather action comes from Wolverhampton, all live on Sky Sports Racing.
Are these 3 challenges getting in the way of growing your business?
Putting yourself out there is difficult. Rejection is tough. And feeling like you’ve gotten the rug pulled out from under you is the worst. When you’re in charge of business development, where you’re responsible for growing your revenue within your current client portfolio as well as seeking o...
Bihar shocker: Storyteller Shravan Das Maharaj arrested for 'sexually exploiting' minor girl; aide absconding
A Mithilanchal storyteller, Shravan Das, has been arrested in Darbhanga for allegedly exploiting a minor girl and forcing her to undergo an abortion. Police are also investigating his associate, Mauni Baba, who is absconding. Meanwhile, opposition leader Tejashwi Yadav criticized the state governmen...
Japan looks poised to take the next step at the World Cup. Its manager is not so sure.
Manager Hajime Moriyasu has repeatedly said that Samurai Blue is not a real threat to win it all, but some see momentum building toward a breakthrough.
China’s birth rate shrinks to lowest on record as policies fail to convince families
Authorities are pushing a range of ideas and policies to try and encourage more births, ranging from cash subsidies to taxing condoms
Watch: Bihar JD(U) MLA Anant Singh smokes inside hospital
‘Blowing good governance in smoke’: Bihar JD(U) MLA Anant Singh smokes inside hospital; triggers rowWatch: Visuals of JD(U) MLA Anant Singh smoking inside Bihar hospital go viral; RJD reacts 'blowing good governance in smoke'
Red cards, VAR and offside laws facing Ifab review
The Ifab's annual business meeting in London will discuss changes to the laws for the Fifa World Cup and domestic leagues.
‘We didn’t bat long’: Gill's gives blunt verdict; India suffer historic series defeat
India suffered their first-ever bilateral ODI series defeat at home against New Zealand, with captain Shubman Gill highlighting the inability of batsmen to convert starts into long innings. Fielding lapses also proved costly. Gill, however, sees the loss as clarity rather than crisis, with time to a...
Chinese team restores legendary Tang dynasty ‘golden’ armour found in Tibetan tomb
“We will not leave the desert till we beat the foe, although in war our golden armour be outworn 100 times.” Wang Changling’s famous poem from China’s Tang dynasty depicts soldiers in golden armour battling on the desert frontiers. However, for a long time, no Tang dynasty gold-plated armour...
Anthropic disabled my account after payment cancer patient/medical data trapped
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What is it like living in Greenland and being threatened by Trump?
In today’s newsletter: The largely autonomous Danish territory, sparsely populated but strategically vast, sits between North America, Europe and Russia – and as the Arctic ice melts, its importance is growing fastGood morning. Donald Trump’s recent outburst that it would be “unacceptable”...
US law fears grow in Europe: After Google, Microsoft, Amazon changes tracks; why worry won’t fade
US tech giants are offering 'sovereign cloud' in Europe to ease data privacy fears, driven by the Cloud Act. However, analysts argue this doesn't truly solve Europe's reliance on American technology, as sensitive data could still be accessed by US authorities. European firms are seeking truly indepe...
‘I’m alive. I’m safe’: Dramatic video shows Machado’s secret escape from Venezuela — watch
Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado was secretly extracted from Venezuela by boat last month, ending nearly a year in hiding. Dramatic footage released by US-based Grey Bull Rescue shows her high-risk midnight escape across the Caribbean. Machado is now safe and has since traveled to ...
S. Korea, Taiwan Lead EM Asia Stocks Higher, Reversing Greenland Tariff Worries
Emerging Asian equities gained, led by South Korea and Taiwan, helping reverse early declines fueled by US President Donald Trump’s announcement of new tariffs on eight European countries over Greenland.
The Traitors’ Jessie has her suspicions about Stephen confirmed in dramatic reveal
The Traitors’ Jessie Stride has had long-standing suspicions on one of her fellow players confirmed as correct, as the names of the Traitors were finally revealed to her.
Chinese electric vehicles are making inroads in America. Experts are worried
Tesla lost its crown as the world’s bestselling electric vehicle maker last year
The Traitors’ Jade shares heartbreaking family tragedy: ‘They were both found dead’
The Traitors’ Jade Scott has shared details of a heartbreaking family tragedy as she revealed her mother and half-sister were found dead when she was a teenager.
Palantir Billionaire Peter Thiel Sells Nvidia and Tesla Shares, Then Buys an AI Stock That's Up Nearly 460,000% Since Its IPO
This blue-chip staple is still a great long-term investment.
11 dead, over 60 missing after Pakistan shopping centre fire smoulders for 24 hours
Firefighters in Karachi began searching on Monday for more than 60 missing people after a massive fire destroyed a shopping centre in Pakistan’s most populous city, while the death toll from the disaster rose to 11. The fire started late on Saturday at the sprawling, multi-storey Gul Plaza in t...
Hawaii’s gun laws are the strictest in America. A landmark case could change that
Three Maui residents sued in 2023 to challenge new laws prohibiting the carrying of guns at places such as beaches, banks, bars and restaurants that serve alcohol
Brookfield-backed Indian Energy Firm Clean Max Said to Plan Reduced IPO
Clean Max Enviro Energy Solutions Ltd., a renewable energy company backed by Brookfield Corp., is preparing to launch its initial public offering in February with a reduced deal size, according to people familiar with the matter.
Bears' Coleston Loveland caps off rookie season with injury
In the Chicago Bears' loss to the Los Angeles Rams in the NFC Divisional Round, TE Coleston Loveland suffered an injury.
I'm allergic to cold - anything below 12C and I break out in hives
Amber breaks out in hives if the temperature goes below 12C (53F) and wishes for a "normal life".
AFCON 2025: Morocco's dream ends as Senegal earn 2nd title in 5 years
Senegeal defeated Morocco in the AFCON final (1-0). Senegal players boycotted the game for 15 minutes over a penalty decision.
Carson Beck NFL Draft projection: Where will Miami QB get picked in 2026 NFL Draft?
Carson Beck is heading to the NFL after the national championship game. How high could he be selected?
What channel is UConn vs. Notre Dame women's basketball on today? Time, TV schedule, live stream to watch
Here's everything you need to know about UConn vs. Notre Dame, including TV channel and streaming options for the women's college basketball game.
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Matthew Stafford credits Dennis Allen for disrupting Rams offense
The Los Angeles quarterback said he'll need to be better against Seattle.
Sadio Mane praised after ending Senegal protest in chaotic Afcon final
In what was possibly his final Africa Cup of Nations match for Senegal, Mane convinced his team-mates to return to the pitch after their extraordinary walk-off protest
Moscow considers central bank’s huge $232B lawsuit against Euroclear over seized assets
Russia's Central Bank has condemned the use of frozen assets to aid Ukraine
China’s economy hit growth goal last year despite Trump trade war and property crisis
Economy weathered a fraught geopolitical landscape to reach 5% target but structural challenges at home ‘are not going away’, say expertsChinese authorities can say they hit their growth goals last year, but Donald Trump’s ongoing trade aggression, a slow-motion housing market collapse and unh...
MSI’s AMD Claw A8 finally nears U.S. release after months of global delays
MSI’s Claw A8 handheld, powered by Ryzen Z2 Extreme, is finally nearing U.S. availability after months of unclear delays, entering a competitive and price-sensitive handheld gaming landscape. The post MSI’s AMD Claw A8 finally nears U.S. release after months of global delays appeared first on Di...
From Green Day to Bad Bunny — meet the stars set to take the stage at Super Bowl 2026
Super Bowl LX will take place February 8 in California
Live: EU leaders to meet 'in the coming days' to discuss US tariffs over Greenland
EU leaders will meet “in the coming days” to coordinate their response on Greenland following US President Donald Trump's threats of tariffs, European Council President Antonio Costa announced on Sunday. Trump has insisted he will settle for nothing less than ownership of Denmark's autonomous te...
I lost my identity after horrific crash, says Team GB cyclist
The ex-Team GB cyclist who switched to bobsleigh after a horrific accident announces her retirement.
Trump Says Mamdani Facing ‘Big Test’ From NYSE’s Texas Trading Outpost
President Donald Trump called a New York Stock Exchange equities trading outpost in Texas “an UNBELIEVABLY BAD THING” for New York and a “big test” for Mayor Zohran Mamdani, who took office earlier this month.
Gold price surge: Analysts see further gains as safe-haven demand rise
Gold price prediction today: Manav Modi of Motilal Oswal Financial Services is of the view that gold prices may continue to scale fresh peaks in the coming days on ongoing geopolitical uncertainty.
Mapped: Where the high-speed train collision in Spain took place
Deadly crash near Córdoba derails two passenger services and halts rail links between Madrid and Andalusia
Philippine gas discovery extends life of dwindling legacy field
The discovered reservoir is estimated to contain around 2.8 billion cubic meters of gas, equivalent to almost 14 billion kilowatt hours of electricity per year.