Trump withdraws the 'tariff card' after framework agreement with NATO on Greenland
Washington [US], January 22: On January 21, US President Donald Trump announced he was withdrawing plans to impose tariffs on several countries over the Greenland...
Rising conflict in Sudan's North Darfur traps civilians, limits aid access: UN
New York [US], January 22: Escalating conflict in Sudan's North Darfur state trapped civilians and restricted humanitarian access, UN humanitarians said Wednesday.
Iran officially counts 3,117 deaths in December-January unrest: report
Tehran [Iran], January 22: Iran's state television IRIB reported on Wednesday that 3,117 people were killed during recent unrest, citing the country's Forensic Medical Organization.
Study finds cancer cells harm own DNA during growth, pointing to potential...
Jerusalem [Israel], January 22: Israeli researchers have found that cancer cells can damage their own DNA through the same process that drives their aggressive growth,...
Iraq receives 150 IS detainees from Syria
Baghdad [Iraq], January 22: Iraq has received the first 150 Islamic State (IS) detainees previously held in Syria's prisons, the Iraqi authorities announced Wednesday.
UK govt approves China's largest embassy in Europe
London {UK], January 22: China has been given permission to build a vast new embassy in the heart of London despite criticism from lawmakers and...
Kiev hit by renewed Russian strikes; thousands of buildings without heat
Kyiv [Ukraine], January 22: Power, heating and water supplies have been disrupted across parts of Kiev following renewed Russian attacks, Ukrainian authorities said on Tuesday.
One dead and dozens injured in new commuter train accident in Spain
Madrid [Spain], January 22: One person died and 37 others were injured in a commuter train accident in Spain's north-eastern region of Catalonia on Tuesday,...
Trump says 'won't use force' to acquire Greenland at Davos
Washington [US], January 22: US President Donald Trump said in a keynote speech at the World Economic Forum in Davos on Wednesday that he "won't...
Mexico sends 37 more drug cartel suspects to US amid Trump threats
Mexico City [Mexico], January 22: Mexico has sent another 37 alleged members of Mexican criminal organisations to the United States, the country's security minister said,...
Three journalists among 11 Palestinians killed in Israeli attacks on Gaza
Gaza [Palestine], January 22: At least 11 Palestinians, including two children and three journalists, have been killed in Israeli attacks on Gaza since dawn, with...
Germany accuses Russia of war crimes
Berlin [Germany], January 22: The German government on Wednesday accused Russia of war crimes in Ukraine after renewed attacks on the country's energy infrastructure left...
Japan restarts world's largest nuclear plant as Fukushima memories loom large
Tokyo [Japan], January 22: Japan has restarted operations at the world's largest nuclear power plant for the first time since the 2011 Fukushima disaster forced...
ALC showcases knowledge initiatives at Cairo International Book Fair 2026
Abu Dhabi [UAE], January 22: The Abu Dhabi Arabic Language Centre (ALC) is participating in the 57th edition of the Cairo International Book Fair, organised...
Latifa bint Mohammed meets with UNDP Administrator
Davos [Switzerland], January 22: H.H. Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairperson of the Dubai Culture and Arts Authority, met Alexander De Croo,...
Khalifa University showcases climate action leadership at World Economic Forum 2026 in...
Davos [Switzerland], January 22: Khalifa University of Science and Technology today announced Professor Ebrahim Al Hajri, President, Khalifa University of Science and Technology, presented the...
Kazakhstan returns to UAE SWAT Challenge with five teams
Dubai [UAE], January 22: The Republic of Kazakhstan has confirmed its participation in the seventh edition of the UAE SWAT Challenge, scheduled to take place...
DCT Abu Dhabi announces line-up of partners, programmes, awards for Terra 2026...
Abu Dhabi [UAE], January 22: The Department of Culture and Tourism - Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) has announced the programme for the 14th Terra...
Fifth Hero Dubai Desert Classic launches tomorrow
Dubai [UAE], January 22: Rory McIlroy has set his sights on a fifth Hero Dubai Desert Classic crown as he begins the 2026 DP World...
ISIS claims Kabul attack on Chinese restaurant that killed seven people
Kabul [Afghanistan], January 21: ISIS has claimed responsibility for an explosion at a Chinese restaurant in Afghanistan's capital that killed at least seven people.
North Korea's Kim Jong-un fires vice premier, publicly rebukes officials
Pyongyang [North Korea], January 21: North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has fired a senior official tasked with economic policy and condemned "incompetent" party members, according...
Spain reduces speed limit on Madrid-Barcelona train line
Madrid [Spain], January 21: Spain has reduced the maximum speed for trains on the main line between Madrid and Barcelona after the serious train accident...
Trump says UK's 'stupid' Chagos deal among reasons he wants Greenland
London [UK], January 21: US President Donald Trump has lashed out at British Prime Minister Keir Starmer over the "act of great stupidity" in giving...
Lavrov rejects claim Russia threatens Greenland
Moscow [Russia], January 21: Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov on Tuesday rejected claims by US President Donald Trump that Moscow poses a security threat to...
Kiev hit by renewed Russian strikes; thousands of buildings without heat
Kyiv [Ukraine], January 21: Power, heating and water supplies have been disrupted across parts of Kiev following renewed Russian attacks, Ukrainian authorities said on Tuesday.
UK govt approves China's largest embassy in Europe
Beijing [China], January 21: China has been given permission to build a vast new embassy in the heart of London despite criticism from lawmakers and...
Driver killed and several injured after train derails near Barcelona, local media...
Barcelona [Spain], January 21: A train driver has been killed and at least 14 people injured after a commuter train derailed and crashed near Barcelona,...