After Four Shark Attacks in 48 Hours, Australia Shuts Dozens of Beaches
Many of the closed beaches were in Sydney, the site of three of the attacks.
Price today: Gold nears Rs 1.5 lakh mark, silver surges - what’s fueling the rally?
Gold and silver prices reached record highs Tuesday, driven by fears of a US-EU trade war following US President Trump's tariff threats. Investors sought safe-haven assets amid heightened global uncertainty. Both metals saw significant gains on MCX and in international markets, with silver hitting a...
A global DNA study reveals a hidden threat in diabetic foot infections
Scientists have uncovered new clues about why diabetic foot infections can become so severe and difficult to treat. By analyzing the DNA of E. coli bacteria taken from infected wounds around the world, researchers found an unexpected level of diversity, with many strains carrying genes linked to ant...
Russia jails U.S. citizen for five years after he carried rifle on yacht
MOSCOW, Jan 20 - A Russian court sentenced a U.S. citizen to five years in jail for crossing the border with a weapon when he sailed from the United States to meet a Russian woman he met over the Internet, Russia's court service said.
Australian Open player whose opponent celebrated too early is now through to second round
Nishesh Basavareddy was three points away from defeat in the second round of qualifying when his opponent Sebastian Ofner mistakingly celebrated victory
China’s consumers refuse to open their wallets. Is ‘luxury-phobia’ the problem?
As China struggles to boost consumer spending, a professor at one of the country’s top universities has argued that authorities first need to overcome a psychological barrier: a deep-seated “luxury-phobia” that has taken hold among the Chinese public. The suggestion by Su Jian, a professor at ...
I got a fine after Cineworld cut its parking time limit
The cinema chain didn’t warn me clearly when I went to see Avatar: Fire and Ash that I needed to register my number plateI parked at Cineworld in Chichester to watch the new film Avatar: Fire and Ash.It is more than three hours long and, when I returned to my car, I’d received a penalty charge n...
Where to watch Bodo/Glimt vs. Man City live stream, TV channel, start time for Champions League match
Manchester City were humiliated in Saturday's derby against Manchester United. Can they bounce back at Bodo/Glimt with Champions League qualification on the line.
ALMA reveals teenage years of new worlds
Astronomers have, for the first time, captured a detailed snapshot of planetary systems in an era long shrouded in mystery. The ALMA survey to Resolve exoKuiper belt Substructures (ARKS), using the Atacama Large Millimeter/submillimeter Array (ALMA), has produced the sharpest images ever of 24 debri...
Live updates: Day two dawns on Davos
The second day of Davos features discussions on AI, EVs, and more. Speakers include Microsoft's Satya Nadella and Salesforce's Marc Benioff.
Berlin’s Drive Beta Partners With Beta Film’s Cologne-Based Rosebank Entertainment
EXCLUSIVE: Berlin-based digital studio Drive beta and Cologne-based production outfit Rosebank Entertainment have joined forces. Rosebank is a subsidiary of heavyweight German production and distribution group Beta Film and will take a minority stake in Drive beta. Despite the ‘beta’ in the name...
'Fully legal!' - Cadillac chief backs Ferrari amid engine controversy
Cadillac chief Graeme Lowdon says he is happy that Ferrari have provided his team with a "fully legal engine" amid a developing controversy over the new power units for the 2026 Formula 1 season.
Global Business Leans on AI and M&A for Growth in Pre-Davos Poll
Global business leaders are relying on new technologies and acquisitions to drive growth against a tense economic backdrop, according to an EY-Parthenon survey.
Is 2026 the Year to Buy UWM Holdings?
Macroeconomic changes and a pending merger could spur a further comeback for this mortgage stock.
4 strategies for when you’re going to lose your job but you don’t know when
Most of us know that job loss is emotionally difficult, but what’s less talked about is the experience of knowing you will be terminated without knowing when. This process can be drawn out and draining—a form of anticipatory grief—an emotional response to a loss before it occurs. Often experie...
Tourist found dead on Australian popular beach as police fear dingo attack
The incident occurred on the world’s largest sand island, located off the Queensland state coast
Chicken recalled in 7 states over possible Listeria contamination in more than 13,000 pounds of products
The product tested positive for the dangerous bacteria in a test from a third-party lab
Braves make Mauricio Dubon plan crystal clear amid Ha-Seong Kim injury, $1M Jorge Mateo decision
The Braves are now having to pivot to different scenarios after the injury to Ha-Seong Kim.
'Timid' Keys overcomes nerves to start title defence
Madison Keys overcomes nerves to begin her Australian Open title defence with victory over Grand Slam debutant Oleksandra Oliynykova.
Aastha Shah says vitiligo ‘is not something tragic, contagious: Exclusive
Beauty influencer Aastha Shah, living with vitiligo, shares her journey of self-acceptance and finding worth beyond societal standards. She emphasizes that her condition is not tragic and doesn't define her. Shah's decision to embrace her skin publicly, supported by her family, has empowered her and...
Keith Urban’s tour opener slams ‘absolutely ridiculous’ dating rumors following Nicole Kidman divorce
Urban and Kidman’s divorce was finalized earlier this month, bringing an end to 19 years of marriage
Why Arne Slot’s stalling revival could hinge on Liverpool’s trip to Marseille
Liverpool are on a run of 12 games unbeaten but their performances have far from inspired, dropping points four times to three promoted teams since the start of December
‘Roads kill, bridges kill, fires kill’: Rahul Gandhi reacts to Noida techie death
Rahul Gandhi's 'TINA' jibe, meaning 'There Is No Accountability,' targeted the government following a techie's tragic death in a Greater Noida pit. The 27-year-old engineer's family claims repeated warnings about the accident-prone site were ignored. Authorities have filed an FIR against developers ...
UK gambling regulator accuses Meta of lying about its struggle to spot illegal ads
Labels Zuck’s ad library ‘a window into criminality’ and the Social Network as ‘happy to turn a blind eye’ The head of the UK’s Gambling Commission has accused social media giant Meta of lying about its ability to proactively detect operators of illegal casinos advertising on its service...
Trump threatens 200% tariff on ‘French wines and champagnes’ in response to Macron
‘I'll put a 200% tariff on his wines and champagnes, and he'll join, but he doesn't have to join’
China Nears End of Cheap Venezuela Oil as Last Tankers Head East
The last tankers carrying sanctioned Venezuelan crude to Asia are set to arrive in the coming days, effectively drawing to a close China’s easy access to a source of cheap oil that has helped sustain its refining sector.
Over 100 Uganda opposition supporters charged over election violence
KAMPALA, Jan 20 - Over 100 members of Uganda's biggest opposition party have been charged with various offences including unlawful assembly related to violence around last week's election, according to court documents and an opposition official.
Aurora australis set to light up Australian sky as agencies monitor ‘severe solar storm’
The spectacular aurora australis, also known as the southern lights, may be visible as far north as Victoria and New South WalesA ‘severe’ solar storm, which is being monitored by the National Emergency Management Agency, could make auroras visible in Australia as well as cause disruptions to th...
AI reshaping the battle over the narrative of Maduro’s US capture
One researcher said AI content overwhelms audiences such that they cannot follow it.
The day I discovered the Everton contract Revie never signed
This is the story of how an unsigned contract that lay hidden in a bungalow for more than 50 years could have changed the course of English football.
Trump to hold Greenland meeting at Davos after ‘very good’ call with Rutte
Gold hits record and bond yields rise as tensions escalate
Trump shares message from France’s Macron questioning Greenland moves
Trump also shared an AI image of him talking to European leaders in The White House with the American Flag over Greenland
NSW protest restrictions extended for parts of Sydney with Invasion Day march set to proceed in CBD
Police commissioner Mal Lanyon says demonstration rules – imposed after Bondi attacks – have ‘taken heat out of the community’ The New South Wales police commissioner has extended a restriction on protests in Sydney for a third time, but narrowed the area it covers in a bid to get “the bal...
Vogue Williams reacts to Brooklyn Beckham breaking his silence on long-standing family feud
Vogue Williams has joked she “will never sleep again” in reaction to Brooklyn Beckham breaking his silence about his family feud on Monday night (19 January).
Donald Trump says Europe will not ‘push back too much’ on his Greenland bid as Davos day two begins – live
Speaking to reporters in Florida, US president claims Denmark ‘can’t protect’ Greenland when asked what he planned to say to European leaders who opposed his plansDonald Trump links Greenland threats to Nobel snub as EU trade war loomsWelcome to our European live coverage.In the build-up to Do...
Delhi Metro commuter caught urinating on platform, flees after being recorded
A video of a man urinating in a Delhi Metro station sparked outrage online, prompting the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) to appeal for passenger cooperation in maintaining cleanliness. Commuters condemned the act as shameful and urged authorities for strict penalties and better enforcement to u...
AFCON 2025: Kylian Mbappé and Luis Enrique support Brahim Diaz
Kylian Mbappé and Luis Enrique defended Brahim Diaz after his failed Panenka penalty in the AFCON final.
Fight by July or lose title - Pimblett on Topuria
The UFC should strip Ilia Topuria of his lightweight title if he fails to return to action by July, says Britain's Paddy Pimblett.
Amazon vs. MercadoLibre: Which Stock Will Make You Richer?
MercadoLibre has the logistics and infrastructure to dominate Latin America's e-commerce and fintech landscape.
Davos: Von der Leyen, He, Macron and Carney to speak as Greenland crisis looms over WEF – business live
Rolling coverage of the World Economic Forum in DavosYesterday, president Donald Trump said the United States would talk about acquiring Greenland at this week’s World Economic Forum in Davos.He claimed Denmark cannot protect the country, telling reporters in Florida:“We have to have it. They ha...
European markets set to open in negative territory as tariff uncertainty lingers
European stocks are expected to open in negative territory on Tuesday as the specter of fresh trade tariffs lingers, hurting market sentiment.
Hong Kong strives to be ‘fortress’ that safeguards digital security, I&T minister says
Hong Kong is striving to become a “fortress” that safeguards digital security, the city’s innovation and technology (I&T) minister has said, noting that cyber warfare is not just a confrontation of technologies but a “full-spectrum contest” that transcends geographical boundaries and integ...
Karnataka DGP under fire: 'Sleaze' video, suspension ordered; Ranya Rao gold smuggling case looms
Senior IPS officer K Ramachandra Rao faces suspension and inquiry following the surfacing of alleged sleaze videos. The controversy, initially linked to a gold smuggling case involving his stepdaughter, has escalated into a political storm. The Karnataka government has moved swiftly, emphasizing acc...
Google Clock makes it harder to accidentally dismiss alarms
Swipe, not tap, to snooze or stop alarms
Live: Trump says Europeans won't 'push back too much' over Greenland
US President Donald Trump claimed late on Monday that Europeans would not "push back too much" on his bid for Greenland. EU leaders will hold an emergency summit in Brussels Thursday to discuss their response as the US president dangles tariff threats against eight European countries opposed to his...
Madison Keys’ Australian Open title defence nearly falters as Ukrainian steals the show
Oleksandra Oliynykova made life hard for the American with a vicious concoction of drop shots, slices and moonballs up to the roofFans seated in the upper bowls of the vast Rod Laver Arena are long accustomed to watching tennis from a considerable distance away, but on Tuesday afternoon they enjoyed...
Indiana Hoosiers win first national title
Indiana Hoosiers win first national title
Trump threatens 200% wine tariff to push France to join ‘Board of Peace’
US President Donald Trump said he will impose a 200 per cent tariff on French wines and champagnes, a move he claimed would push French President Emmanuel Macron to join Trump’s Board of Peace initiative aimed at resolving global conflicts. When asked by a reporter about Macron saying he ...
Campsites closed as police investigate possible dingo link to death of Canadian on Australian tourist island K’gari
While violent dingo and human interactions have been increasing, police refuse to speculate whether 19-year-old woman drowned or was killed by the wild canidsFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastTwo campsites have been close...
Private sector wage rises drop to a five year low
Private sector wage growth has dropped to the lowest rate in five years, new official figures show.
Water companies face biggest overhaul in a generation as new regulator unveiled
A chief engineer will also sit inside the new water regulator for the first time in two decades
Canada’s Carney aims to lead new global trading order less reliant on US
OTTAWA/DOHA/DUBAI, Jan 20 - Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is trying to foster a new global trading order by working more closely with China and inking smaller trade deals, but faces constraints from Canada's still overwhelming economic dependency on the United States.
From party worker to its president: Nitin Nabin becomes BJP's youngest chief — 10 things to know
The BJP on Monday declared Nabin as its sole candidate for the post after the nomination and scrutiny process concluded without any rival contenders. This cleared the path for his unopposed election as the party’s 12th national president. In a late-night statement, BJP National Returning Officer K...
What caused the Spain train crash? Authorities investigate ‘extremely strange’ incident that killed 40
Hundreds were on board when the train derailed and slammed into another on an adjacent track
George Kittle receives encouraging news following Achilles surgery
The San Francisco 49ers tight end provided an update on Monday.
Australian Open men’s and women’s seed list and tracker
Follow the progress of the top-32 players in the men’s and women’s draw at the Australian Open
No more A+ category? BCCI plans contract overhaul; Kohli, Rohit likely to drop
The BCCI is considering a major overhaul of its central contracts, potentially scrapping the Grade A+ category. This move could see senior players like Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, now focusing on ODIs, placed in Grade B. The proposed three-tier system aims to align contracts with workload and form...
Tilak Varma update: Batter to reach BCCI CoE today; getting closer to regaining full fitness
Tilak Varma is closing in on full fitness and will report to the BCCI’s Centre of Excellence for assessment. Ruled out of the first three T20Is against New Zealand, the India No. 3 could return for the fourth match. Team India's ODI vice-captain Shreyas Iyer has been added as cover meanwhile.
Is the Australian Open on TV? Channel, live stream and how to watch tennis grand slam
Jannik Sinner and Madison Keys are the defending champions as the opening grand slam of the year gets underway in Melbourne
I was first at the scene of a 999 call - then I was sexually assaulted
Ambulance volunteer Emily Hilton was assessing a man who had fallen on a busy road when he sexually assaulted her.
All Events & Minigames Locations in Heartopia
Events highlight Heartopia’s social side. They are perfect for casual play and bonding with friends. Here’s how to unlock them.
Trump says had a telephone call with NATO's Rutte concerning Greenland
Jan 20 - U.S. President Donald Trump said on Tuesday he had a \"very good\" telephone call with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte concerning Greenland.
Joao Fonseca knocked out of Australian Open in first round after physical struggles
Fonseca was upset by 85th-ranked American Eliot Spizzirri as the Brazilian struggled on his return to Melbourne
Analysis: China's birth-rate struggles underscore its millennia-long struggle to manage 'the masses'
An enormous population has long been a foundational way for China to project its strength
Miami's Mark Fletcher Jr. throws punch at Indiana's Tyrique Tucker following national title game
Things get heated when you're playing for a national title, and emotions boiled over after the final whistle in Miami.
Kabuki actor Nakamura Tsurumatsu arrested for alleged damage at Tokyo restaurant
The 30-year-old actor has denied the allegations, saying that he does not remember what he did, according to people familiar with the probe by the Metropolitan Police Department.
Pakistan Plans Return to Global Bond Market After Four-Year Gap
Pakistan plans to return to the global bond market after four years, underscoring its progress in economic stabilization after coming close to a default just a few years ago.
'Dad died in hospital 18 months ago - we won't bury him until we get answers'
Bill Trotter's family claims his death was avoidable but a hospital says he died of natural causes.
Australia closes dozens of beaches after fourth shark attack in 48 hours: ‘Just go to a local pool’
Police ask residents do ‘just go to a pool’ after fourth attack in 48 hours
New City & Guilds owners tripled bosses’ pay amid £22m cost-cutting drive
Total pay of the qualification body’s top six executives has risen by 240% to £6.2m since charity sold itThe new owners of the vocational training body City & Guilds appear to have more than tripled the pay of its top six executives right at the moment the company is cutting £22m of costs and sh...
UK aviation reforms could sideline public input over flight paths, campaigners warn
Plans to speed up airspace changes for Heathrow expansion could mean industry influences decisions on noise and routesAviation campaigners have warned that communities risk being locked out of decisions about new flight paths as the government accelerates reforms that will allow a third runway at He...
Royal Mint Court residents plan legal challenge if Chinese ‘mega embassy’ in London approved
Claims of ‘government interference’ in decision on plans for vast outpost near Tower of LondonResidents of Royal Mint Court plan to mount a legal challenge within weeks if Steve Reed, the local government secretary, approves China’s plans to build a vast new embassy at the site by the Tower of...
‘There can be no exclusions’: how Hillsborough law hit a roadblock
What was meant to be a triumph for Keir Starmer has become mired in disagreement with victims’ familiesIt was meant to be a triumphant moment. After almost 16 months of briefing from Whitehall sources that Keir Starmer would never be able to keep his promise to introduce the Hillsborough law, the ...
As Trump menaces Greenland, this much is clear: the free world needs a new plan – and inspired leadership | Gordon Brown
The idea that the liberal rules-based order can survive his presidency now seems complacent. This is a historic moment – and a time to actA European-wide chorus of resistance, led this morning by Keir Starmer, has greeted Donald Trump’s plan to take over Greenland, by force if necessary, and to ...
Chinese man flaunts cash online; envious ex-colleague disguises as woman, steals US$10,500
A Chinese man who flaunted his cash savings online triggered envy in a former colleague who disguised himself as a woman, then broke into his home to steal the entire amount. The case recently drew public attention after the Huli District People’s Procuratorate in Xiamen, Fujian province, southern...
Aisling Oscar chases six-timer at Newcastle
Newcastle and Southwell are the venues for Tuesday's All-Weather Championships action, live on Sky Sports Racing.
Who is Jarrett Stidham? The backup QB one win from the Super Bowl
Jarrett Stidham, Tom Brady, Nick Foles, Jeff Hostetler. Not quite the quartet of quarterbacks NFL fans might have anticipated thinking about ahead of Conference Championship weekend.
How to high-low your food shop: Splurge on flavour, save on the rest
With 70 per cent of Brits prioritising value without compromising on taste, a growing number are adopting ‘high-low’ shopping: spending on the ingredients that matter, saving on the ones that don’t. Here’s how the method works – and three recipes that prove eating well on a budget is entir...
Two decades ago, High School Musical shook the planet – and 12-year-old girls were never the same again
Kenny Ortega’s all-singing tween extravaganza was critically sniffed at upon its 2006 release – but the reverberations of ‘High School Musical’ are still being felt in Hollywood today, argues Lydia Spencer-Elliott
How locking chats on WhatsApp became a relationship red flag
Is the lesser known lock chats feature on WhatsApp helping or harming us? Olivia Petter investigates on how this extra security feature is causing havoc in relationships