Trump lavishes praise on UK troops amid anger over his Afghanistan claims

Posted on Saturday January 24, 2026

Trump's praise comes after UK prime minister called the US leader's remarks 'insulting' and suggested he apologise.


Mbappe’s brace at Villarreal sends Real Madrid to top of La Liga

Posted on Saturday January 24, 2026

Real Madrid win 2-0 at third-placed Villarreal to climb past rivals Barcelona to the summit of the La Liga table.


Arsenal vs Manchester United: Premier League – teams, start, lineups

Posted on Saturday January 24, 2026

Arsenal will attempt to extend lead at top of Premier League to seven points, but a new-look Manchester United await.


Will TikTok deal satisfy security concerns in US?

Posted on Saturday January 24, 2026

Under threat for years, TikTok will continue to operate in the United States.


Iraq Shia alliance nominates former PM Nouri al-Maliki as its candidate

Posted on Saturday January 24, 2026

Al-Maliki remains potent force despite longstanding claims he fuelled sectarianism and failed to stop ISIL expansion.


US federal agents shoot and kill US citizen in Minneapolis

Posted on Saturday January 24, 2026

US federal agents have shot and killed a 37-year-old US citizen in Minneapolis amid an immigration crackdown.


Ceasefire between Syrian army and Kurdish-led forces extended for 15 days

Posted on Saturday January 24, 2026

Syrian defence ministry says extension aims to help transfer of ISIL prisoners from facilities previously held by SDF.


US-brokered Russia-Ukraine talks close with no breakthrough

Posted on Saturday January 24, 2026

On eve of day 2 of talks in UAE capital, Russian attacks cut off about 1.2 million from power in sub-zero temperatures.


Villarreal vs Real Madrid 0-2: La Liga – as it happened

Posted on Saturday January 24, 2026

All our updates, with post-match reaction and interviews, following our text commentary stream of the La Liga match.


US federal agents shoot and kill another person in Minneapolis

Posted on Saturday January 24, 2026

Minneapolis police chief Brian O'Hara says a 37-year-old man died in hospital after suffering multiple gunshot wounds.


Trump threatens 100 percent tariff on Canada over China deal

Posted on Saturday January 24, 2026

Donald Trump's threat comes after Canada reached deal with China last week on trade of agriproducts, electric vehicles.


Iran rejects UN rights resolution condemning protest killings

Posted on Saturday January 24, 2026

A prosecutor said at least twice more people were killed in Iran in half the time compared with the Srebrenica genocide.


Bangladesh out of T20 World Cup after ICC’s refusal to change venues

Posted on Saturday January 24, 2026

Scotland replace Bangladesh after the BCB's request to relocate its games from India is turned down by the ICC.


Israeli drone strike kills two children collecting firewood in Gaza

Posted on Saturday January 24, 2026

The attack hits civilians gathering firewood near Kamal Adwan Hospital in northern Gaza, sources say.


‘Remote coercion’: What has US approach been since abduction of Maduro?

Posted on Saturday January 24, 2026

Three weeks since attack, US plans focus on oil, but little clarity emerges, as analysts warn of Venezuela faultlines.


Syria truce with Kurdish-led forces expires amid uncertainty over renewal

Posted on Saturday January 24, 2026

Syria's foreign ministry denies government forces reached an agreement with SDF on extending the deadline.


Trump’s imperial tantrum

Posted on Saturday January 24, 2026

Trump’s imperial rampage - the tweets, the rants, the petulance.


Electoral violence is on the horizon in Kenya

Posted on Saturday January 24, 2026

Conditions in Kenya are ripe for the weaponisation of violence in the presidential vote. It is up to Kenyans to stop it.


Suicide bombing at wedding in northwest Pakistan kills seven

Posted on Saturday January 24, 2026

Attack comes as Pakistani military readies for its fight against armed groups in areas along border with Afghanistan.


‘Change is inevitable’: What is next for Iran?

Posted on Saturday January 24, 2026

Without changes and a deal with US to lift sanctions, Iran could be set for further unrest, analysts say.


Over 8,000 flights cancelled as major winter storm bears down across US

Posted on Saturday January 24, 2026

More than a dozen states sound the alarm, declaring emergencies or urging people to stay home.


Thousands in Minneapolis brave bitter cold to protest ICE crackdown

Posted on Saturday January 24, 2026

Protesters march in icy conditions against Trump administration's anti-immigration policies, demanding ICE leave city.


US army says homeland, curbing China priorities; limited support for allies

Posted on Saturday January 24, 2026

A new Pentagon strategy document softens tone on traditional foes, China and Russia.


Air France resumes Dubai flights after temporary suspension

Posted on Saturday January 24, 2026

Flights were paused after Trump said 'armada' of US warships heading towards the Middle East.


Russia-Ukraine war updates: Talks end in Abu Dhabi without breakthrough

Posted on Saturday January 24, 2026

At least one person has been killed in overnight Russian attacks on the capital and the northeastern city.


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