Europe-U.S. ties at their 'lowest' in NATO history, ex-EU chief says, as Trump goes 'America First'
U.S. Preident Donald Trump's overtures about acquiring Greenland has shaken confidence in the U.S. among European leaders and the public.
Myanmar’s junta-backed party declares majority in poll decried as ‘fraudulent’
Myanmar’s dominant pro-military party has won a junta-run election, according to a party source on Monday, after a month-long vote that democracy watchdogs dismissed as a rebranding of army rule. While the military has said the election will return power to the people, popular democratic figurehea...
Republic Day 2026: PM Modi dons red-yellow Bandhej safa, a nod to Rajasthan tradition
Prime Minister Narendra Modi's red Rajasthani turban, adorned with golden-yellow streaks, captivated onlookers at the 77th Republic Day parade. This distinctive headwear, a recurring signature, symbolizes India's rich cultural tapestry and regional heritage. Paired with a navy kurta-pyjama and light...
Seahawks hold off Rams in NFC title game thriller
The Seahawks will meet the Patriots in Super Bowl LX.
How Patrick Dorgu’s reincarnation is spearheading Man United’s revival
Arsenal 2-3 Manchester United: Patrick Dorgu’s stunning volley helped Michael Carrick to deal the league leaders a first home defeat of the season, one week on from ecstasy on derby day
Pegula ends Keys title defence to win 'gross' apple pie bet
Jessica Pegula ends Madison Keys' Australian Open title defence to reach the quarter-finals and win a "gross" apple pie bet.
‘Burn’ Review: This Shinjuku Odyssey Is Oppressively Nihilistic but Stylistically Undeniable
Sundance: “We Are Little Zombies” writer/director Makoto Nagahisa shines an uncompromising light on a district’s overlooked denizens.
The takeover of all media by artificial intelligence is coming
Not only is AI already upending the filmmaking industry, but Hollywood is just one example of how the technology will cause enormous social and economic pain.
Should You Take Your RMD at the Beginning or End of the Year? Here's What to Consider.
It's a question that's likely already crossed a bunch of investors' minds.
Android 17 will follow Apple’s lead with more blur
But the effect won’t be nearly as strong
Channel Islands push back on Russian money claims
Labour's Lloyd Hatton is calling on the Channel Islands to do more to make Russian sanctions bite.
The top photos of the day by AP's photojournalists
From front-page news to powerful moments you may have missed, this gallery showcases today’s top photos chosen by Associated Press photo editors.
‘Absolutely not’: Roy Keane reacts to suggestion Michael Carrick be permanent Man Utd boss
The Sky Sports pundit praised Carrick’s influence on the club after wins over Man City and Arsenal but believes they need a ‘bigger’ manager
Novak Djokovic discovers Australian Open quarter-final opponent after walkover
Djokovic will play Lorenzo Musetti as he bids for more tennis history in the Australian Open quarter-finals
How Asia’s Gen-Z is losing out to China's $1 trillion surplus
Thailand recorded roughly 2,000 factory shutdowns last year; officials cited cheap Chinese imports as a major factor.
Super Bowl 60 is set and it's a rematch from 11 years ago: Patriots vs. Seahawks
The Patriots will seek their NFL-record seventh Super Bowl victory when they face the Seahawks on Feb. 8 at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, Calif.
Sixth Street CEO: Priority is Building Out GCC Region
Global investment company Sixth Street is opening an office in Abu Dhabi later this year, as the firm sees improving capital markets and a pro-business environment in the region. Alan Waxman, Co-Founder & CEO of Sixth Street spoke to Bloomberg’s Horizons Middle East and Africa anchor Joumanna Berc...
What Green Day has said about Trump and MAGA as they’re set to perform at Super Bowl
Rock band are preparing to take the stage at the Super Bowl alongside MAGA-despised singer and rapper Bad Bunny
Alex Pretti’s friends and family denounce ‘sickening lies’ about his life
People who knew him pushed back against what they called a smear campaign by federal officials.
Netflix quietly cancels beloved sci-fi thriller after three seasons
Series has been likened to the streamer’s smash hit South Korean thriller ‘Squid Game’
Snowboarder Shaun White performs tricks in Central Park
Snowboarder Shaun White performs tricks in Central Park
Wolverine's Worst Movie Plot Hole is Still A Black Mark on His Fox Legacy
Wolverine climbed the ranks to become the top X-Men hero on film, even though one highly-rated movie completely misunderstood his entire character.
Ryanair Lifts Passenger, Fare Outlook on Early Boeing Deliveries
Ryanair Holdings Plc raised its full-year guidance for passenger growth and fares as the Irish budget carrier benefits from improved Boeing Co. aircraft deliveries and stronger travel demand.
Labour’s Burnham veto has made a tricky Manchester byelection much harder
Preventing the mayor from returning to Westminster deprives the party of its most potent candidate in Gorton and DentonWhen Labour dignitaries gathered at the Titanic hotel in Liverpool on Friday night, one question loomed above all others: to change captain or not?For many, that question has become...
‘A southern economy in the north’: how Warrington has adapted to change
Good transport links and the quietly booming nuclear sector are helping the Cheshire town to thriveIncomes in 11 cities and towns have risen twice as fast as rest of UKAs the demolition excavator crashes its metal jaws through Warrington’s former Unilever soap factory, Carl Oates says the town is ...
BBC faces ‘profound jeopardy’ without funding overhaul, Tim Davie says
Exclusive: Outgoing director general indicates support for update to licence-fee model as part of wider changesThe BBC will face “profound jeopardy” over its future unless it embraces significant changes to its funding, its outgoing director general has said, as he signalled his support for an o...
Disposable income in 11 towns and cities has risen twice as fast as rest of UK
Study finds top performers over past decade have companies in industries such software, marketing and financeA southern town in the north: how Warrington has adapted to changeEleven towns and cities in the UK, including Warrington, Barnsley and Wakefield, have seen their disposable incomes rise twic...
AI systems could use Met Office and National Archives data under UK plans
Ministers plan to license content from institutions such as National History Museum and National Library of ScotlandMet Office data and legal documents from the National Archives could be used by artificial intelligence systems as the UK government pushes ahead with plans to employ nationally owned ...
Even the Davos elites have woken up, but they need more than just speeches to survive the end of the old order | Nesrine Malik
Mark Carney and other custodians of the order are right to contemplate its death, but are they really willing to unpick the the entire system?When precisely did the rules-based order die? Mark Carney’s speech last week at Davos was the first time a western head of state has said outright what has ...
Chinese lending to Africa nearly halves in a year as priorities shift to smaller projects
Chinese lending to Africa dropped by nearly half to US$2.1 billion in 2024 compared with the previous year, according to a new report. The fall, from US$3.9 billion in 2023, was part of a decade-long trend. Lending had been on an upwards trajectory since 2006 and peaked between 2012 and 2018 – a p...
China miniseries production team slammed for exposing infant to heavy rain during filming
A miniseries production team in China has come under fire for allowing a baby to be exposed to heavy rain during filming. On January 17, Chinese actress Xing Yun criticised the crew she worked with last year for mistreating the infant. In a video clip, Xing’s character, a businesswoman, sees a mot...
Pope Leo's latest AI warning: 'overly affectionate' chatbots
Pope Leo XIV warned against personalized chatbots that can replicate friendly or intimate behaviour.
Pollock: If I was a fan I'd boo me - but I can be England leader soon
Henry Pollock has admitted to Sky Sports that "if I was a fan I'd boo me" but has ambitions to move into a "leadership role" with England within the next two years.
Ambiente Friendly looks to thrive over hurdles at Plumpton
Ambiente Friendly - who was once second in the Derby - looks to progress his hurdling career at Plumpton on Monday afternoon, live on Sky Sports Racing.
Smakici challenges 'sausage' Fury after sparring 'drama'
Tyson Fury is out of retirement and looking for his next fight. A former sparring partner hopes to take him on.
Louise Hill: ‘I was 47 when I launched my first business – here’s how I did it’
Entrepreneur Louise Hill turned her children’s secret online spending into a successful business, here she tells Lydia Spencer-Elliott how she came up with her idea and got people to gamble on it
Meet 96-year-old Frederick Wiseman, the best American filmmaker you’ve (probably) never heard of
There are few filmmakers around as insightful, prolific, and profound as Wiseman, writes Louis Chilton. But his films have always been difficult to watch in the UK – until now
Swapping London for Liverpool in my thirties was the best decision I’ve made – here’s why
Liverpool has finally claimed its crown as one of the best places for under-35s to live, complete with the UK’s coolest postcode, says local resident Katie Rosseinsky. But seriously, what took everyone so long?
High-protein, high-fibre dinners that actually taste amazing
From loaded sweet potatoes to crispy salmon bites and creamy butter beans, The Good Bite founder Niall Kirkland makes high-protein, high-fibre eating feel effortless – and seriously delicious
How to have an authentic Yellowstone experience in Montana
Inspired by the hit US show, Hannah Ewens saddles up on a dude ranch and gets a taste of what Big Sky is like for the one per cent
Putin targets migrant smuggling networks to boost his ranks
Headhunters dupe men from 126 countries into fighting in Ukraine, where many die within 72 hours
CEO of Digital Healthcare Startup Docplanner Sees AI Fueling Growth Before IPO
A startup that runs one of the world’s largest health-care digital platforms is seeking to leverage artificial intelligence to capitalize on its trove of medical data, potentially ushering in a new era for diagnostics and positioning the firm for a public listing.
Pegula dethrones Keys to reach Australian Open quarter-finals
Jessica Pegula knocked out defending champion Madison Keys at the Australian Open on Monday as the American sixth seed secured a dominant 6-3 6-4 victory to reach the quarter-finals at Melbourne Park for the fourth time.
EVERYTHING you need to know about F1 pre-season testing
Craig Slater answers the burning questions around what fans can expect from the 2026 F1 Pre-Season testing.
Kenneth Walker III, Jaxon Smith-Njigba lead list of Big Ten stars in Super Bowl 60
The Super Bowl is set between the Seattle Seahawks and the New England Patriots, and there is plenty of Big Ten star power on both teams, but most are arguably in Seattle.
Watch: Mi-17 choppers shower petals, fly ‘Dhwaj Formation’
Republic Day celebrations commenced with a breathtaking 'Dhwaj Formation' by Mi-17 helicopters, showering petals over Kartavya Path. Lieutenant General Bhavnish Kumar led the parade, followed by recipients of India's highest gallantry awards. The event highlighted India's progress, military might, a...
Inquiry into fatal Stonehaven train derailment to begin
Three men died when the train derailed in Aberdeenshire after hitting a landslide in 2020.
Gold price tops $5,000 an ounce for first time as investors seek safe haven from Trump turmoil
Rising fears that another US shutdown looms pushes gold price to new height amid nearly 90% rise since Trump’s inaugurationGold has jumped above US$5,000 an ounce for the first time, as Donald Trump’s chaotic policies and proclamations drive more investors to seek safe harbour in the precious me...
Remote Control Any Android Device: Transfer Files & Use It as a Second Display
In our multi-device world, how many times have you wished you could quickly grab a file from your phone while working on your PC, or help a family member troubleshoot an app issue from miles away? While controlling a computer remotely is common, truely seamless control of a smartphone has often felt...
‘Hideous’: Lego fans perplexed over launch of $199 wearable brick clogs in collaboration with Crocs
Fashion faux-pas or a bold statement? The internet is divided over this unlikely creation
'It's not just an award but responsibility': Actor R. Madhavan honoured with Padma Shri 2026
In a moment to cherish, actor R. Madhavan has been bestowed with the Padma Shri, a recognition he sees not just as an honor but as a significant obligation. He committed to embodying the award's ideals with grace and dedication.
'People gave me six months': Jasprit Bumrah opens up on 10-year international journey
India secured the T20I series with two games remaining. Jasprit Bumrah stated his focus is on team contribution, not ball preference. He delivered a strong performance with three wickets. Abhishek Sharma and Suryakumar Yadav led the chase with powerful batting. Bumrah also marked ten years in intern...
Kylie Jenner faces backlash for promoting Korean ‘cutting jelly’ said to suppress appetite
The reality star credited the jelly for helping her with ‘debloating’
Winter storm in US: Private jet carrying 8 passengers crashes at Maine airport
A private Bombardier Challenger 600 jet crashed during takeoff at Bangor International Airport in Maine on Sunday night, carrying eight people. The incident occurred amid a severe winter storm battering the eastern United States, disrupting air travel nationwide. Federal authorities, including the F...
Baby toys sold on Amazon recalled in the US after 32 reported choking incidents
The product’s silicone strings are ‘smaller than permitted,’ according to the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission
Local government offices ramp up fight against harassment from residents
According to a 2024 survey, 35% of responding local government employees had experienced harassment by residents and external parties over the previous three years.
Dozens missing and at least 15 dead after large ferry capsizes in southern Philippines
Another 28 people are missing after the ferry encountered technical problems and sank
Alana Hadid, whose brother dated Nicola Peltz, weighs in on Brooklyn Beckham drama
Anwar Hadid dated Nicola Peltz from 2016 to 2018
Social media giants face landmark trial in US over addiction claims
Defendants in the suit are Alphabet, ByteDance and Meta, the tech titans behind YouTube, TikTok and Instagram.
Blackstone Eyes More Hiring in Asia to Tap Private Market Demand
Blackstone Inc. is planning to hire more people across Asia to tap growing opportunities in private markets, said Ed Huang, the firm’s head of Asia Pacific private wealth.
Thai comeback kid Pita urges ‘decisive’ People’s Party win to break establishment’s grip
Thailand’s most popular political figure Pita Limjaroenrat has exhorted the public to fight apathy and vote in droves at a February 8 election for his reformist party, which remains the biggest threat to the power of the country’s entrenched elite. Pita led the reformist People’s Party – the...
Jessica Pegula reveals special motivation behind beating Madison Keys as defending Australian Open champion exits
Pegula, whose parents own the Buffalo Bills, avoided wearing a Kansas City Chiefs jersey as a forfeit after setting up a quarter-final with Amanda Anisimova
Armed attackers kill 11 at soccer field in Mexico's Salamanca
Jan 25 - A group of armed attackers killed 11 people and injured 12 at a soccer sports field after a match in the Mexican city of Salamanca, its mayor, Cesar Prieto, said on Facebook on Sunday, but a motive was not immediately clear.
10 Things Dragon Ball Super: Galactic Patrol Arc Must Do for Anime Fans (Yes, We’re Counting)
Discover the top 10 moments from the Dragon Ball Super Galactic Patrol Prisoner arc that the upcoming anime adaptation must capture to thrill fans.
Bill Clinton Says Trump “Lied” About ICE Shooting That Killed Alex Pretti; “If We Give Our Freedoms Away After 250 years, We Might Never Get Them Back”
Bill Clinton has today condemned the killing of Alex Pretti by federal agents as “unacceptable” and warns the Trump administration’s dishonesty about the “horrible scenes” coming out of Minneapolis is a direct and possibly fatal threat to American democracy. At almost the same time, the cu...
‘Cookie Queens’ Review: Girl Scouts Hit the Streets to Sell the American Dream Via Baked Goods in Irresistible Doc
Executive produced by Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, among others, Alysa Nahmias' film premiered at Sundance.
David and Victoria Beckham reflect on ‘great memories’ of family harmony after Brooklyn’s tell-all statement
Couple reminisced over pictures from when their estranged son Brooklyn, 26, was just seven years old
Ex-PLA soldier jailed for 8 months for offering illegal ride-hailing trips in Hong Kong
A former People’s Liberation Army soldier has been sentenced to eight months in prison for illegally carrying passengers in his Tesla Model S luxury sedan using a ride-hailing platform while in Hong Kong as a tourist. Fanling Court on Monday heard that Zeng Yulin, 39, travelled to Hong Kong from S...
Speeding SUVs, stunts and swagger: How reckless driving put innocent lives at risk
Indian urban streets are increasingly theatres of risk due to reckless driving, with incidents ranging from dangerous swerving on highways to high-speed stunts and wrong-side driving. While enforcement is present, a decline in civic sense and infrastructure issues amplify dangers, making road safety...
Super Bowl 2026 picks, predictions against spread: Why the Patriots will beat the Seahawks in Super Bowl 60
Seattle and New England are playing in Super Bowl 60, a rematch of Super Bowl 49. Here's breaking down why the outcome might be very similar, this time with the Patriots pulling off an upset.
Incredible Aonishiki continues to edge closer to perfection
After winning back-to-back Emperor’s Cups, the young Ukrainian now stands on the doorstep of promotion to sumo’s highest rank.
Xi Purges Top General on Corruption Charges | The China Show 1/26/2026
“Bloomberg: The China Show” is your definitive source for news and analysis on the world's second-biggest economy. From politics and policy to tech and trends, David Ingles and Yvonne Man give global investors unique insight, delivering in-depth discussions with the newsmakers who matter. (Sourc...
Mark Tully, BBC correspondent known as the 'voice of India,' dies at 90
Mark Tully, a longtime BBC correspondent known as the “voice of India,” has died at 90
Country diary: Bursts of white in the winter murk | Kate Blincoe
Caistor St Edmund, Norfolk: As chief clothes-washer in our home, I see egrets and snowdrops and wonder how anything living in the marsh or riverbank can stay so cleanThe dazzling white of snow gave way to sludge underfoot. Then came the heavy rain, returning us to mud and the drabness of late winte...
Story-Heavy RPGs With The Best Villain Twists
Who doesn't love a good twist? These RPGs do a wonderful job at catching you off-guard with their unpredictable villain twists.
Top Architects Reveal Their Dream Projects for 2026
Seven architects lay out their dream projects for 2026, from project types to specific buildings.
5 Chrome dashboard extensions to make your start page more useful
The “New Tab” page in Chrome is the digital equivalent of a blank stare. A white void. Nothing, and plenty of it. Why are we settling for this? Your browser’s start page is the most valuable real estate on your computer. It’s the first thing you see! Instead of looking at an empty space, you...
Fatty liver disease: The growing threat you have probably never tested for
Fatty liver, now termed MASLD, is rapidly spreading in India, driven by lifestyle factors like poor diet and inactivity, not just alcohol. Affecting one in three adults, it often presents with no early symptoms, making proactive screening crucial. Reversal is possible through sustained lifestyle cha...
‘His heart is still in India’: Late Mestvirishvili first foreign coach to get Padma Shri
Legendary wrestling coach Vladimir Mestvirishvili, affectionately known as ‘Laado’ in India, has been posthumously awarded the Padma Shri. His son, Shalva, expressed overwhelming emotion and gratitude, highlighting his father's deep connection with India and its wrestlers. Vladimir, instrumental...
Rams' Davante Adams Emotional After Falling to 0–5 in Super Bowl Attempts
Rams' Davante Adams is one of the greatest wideouts of his generation but is still searching to reach his first Super Bowl.
The Browser Is the Sandbox
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Gold rushes past record $5k in hedge against Trump
The price of gold has surged past the record $5,000 per ounce level and shows little sign of easing back as investors continue to seek shelter from uncertainties connected to Donald Trump.
China’s central bank to support HKMA in doubling of yuan liquidity for Hong Kong lenders
China’s central bank will support Hong Kong’s monetary authority to double the amount of yuan liquidity available to local banks, helping them increase yuan lending and enhancing the city’s role as an international offshore centre for the mainland currency. People’s Bank of China (PBOC) depu...
Teyana Taylor reveals she learned about her Oscar nomination during SNL bald cap fitting
The actor received her first Oscar nomination for her performance as Perfidia Beverly Hills in ‘One Battle After Another’
SNL cold open skewers Trump’s obsession with winning prizes – and taking other people’s: ‘I love me!’
The opening sketch also featured impressions of Kristi Noem, Elon Musk, Stephen Miller, and Argentinian president Javier Milei
South Korea mourns death of former prime minister who nurtured democracy
Lee Hae-chan, an influential fixture on the country’s road to democracy, died during an official visit to Vietnam.
Why NFL fans believe 'script writers' predicted Super Bowl 60 matchup with preseason graphic
The Super Bowl 60 matchup was unpredictable. Or was it?
“Simple... hard discipline”: Cardi B praises disciplined Stefon Diggs in Patriots win
Rapper Cardi B credited New England Patriots receiver Stefon Diggs with "hard discipline" following his team's win against the Denver Broncos.
Judge set to hear arguments on Minnesota's immigration crackdown after fatal shootings
A federal judge is set to hear arguments Monday on whether to pause an immigration crackdown in Minnesota
Iran unveils bloody anti-US billboard as carrier force nears
Iranian authorities unveiled a new mural on a giant billboard in a central Tehran square on Sunday with a direct warning to the United States to not attempt a military strike on the country, as US warships head to the region. The image shows a bird’s-eye view of an aircraft carrier with damaged an...
Gold surge has analysts eyeing new highs after US$5,000 record amid Trump-era geopolitics
Gold surged to an all-time high of US$5,000 an ounce on Monday, with analysts forecasting further gains as the precious metal is increasingly viewed as a strategic hedge amid heightened geopolitical risks linked to the current US administration’s foreign policy shifts and a growing push for de-dol...
Eating a plant-forward diet is good for your kidneys, study indicates
Eating a plant-forward diet and limiting added sugars and fats as part of the EAT–Lancet planetary diet was associated with a reduced risk of chronic kidney disease (CKD), according to a large study published in CMAJ (Canadian Medical Association Journal).
Is there a 'Monday Night Football' game tonight? Full NFL playoff schedule, TV channel for Super Bowl 2026
Just one game remains in the NFL season.
The AI Stock With a Monster Revenue Backlog Heading Into 2026
Oracle's backlog grew by $68 billion in the company's second quarter of fiscal 2026.
Anthropic's philosopher says we don't know for sure if AI can feel
Anthropic's philosopher, Amanda Askell, says she worries that AI might not 'feel that loved' and grow up feeling 'always judged.'