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Friday, January 16, 2026

Hatred of Putin makes US officials ‘do dumb things’ – Seymour Hersh

The journalist who broke the Nord Stream sabotage story has claimed that America's leaders still behave like “cold warriors”

Oscars red carpet: smooth elegance, lots of trains, candy glam

As the guests filed into the Dolby Theatre, a few trends emerged: lots of understated white, silver and cream gowns; loose flowing hair; dresses with trains; and a few excellent pops of color.

‘Naatu Naatu,’ Gaga and Riri: Oscars night in music

With music by composer M.M. Keeravani and lyrics by Chandrabose, the win for the Telugu-language song followed an exuberant performance, including the famed "hook dance" steps from the crowd-pleasing film "RRR" rejigged for the Dolby Theatre stage.

Islamophobia ‘major threat to democracy,’: Turkish envoy to UN

Recent ‘attacks … against the Holy Quran,’ are ‘blatant displays of hatred, intolerance, xenophobia and discrimination’ Sedat Onal tells Islamophobia Day event

Australia, India agree on strengthening economic, defence ties

Last year, the two countries signed a free trade deal called the Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement (ECTA), the first signed by India with a developed country in a decade.

Apple workers in India will work longer hours – FT

The new law reportedly allows a 12-hour shift and night-time work for women

US worsening Syria’s ‘humanitarian disaster’ – China

Beijing has accused Washington of “indiscriminate attacks” resulting in civilian deaths in Syria

Canada bans aluminum, steel imports from Russia

The imports were worth almost Can$250 million (US 180 million) in 2021, according to the latest government data.

Iran, Saudi to restore ties in major step for Middle East

Riyadh cut ties after Iranian protesters attacked Saudi diplomatic missions in 2016 following the Saudi execution of revered Shiite cleric Nimr al-Nimr -- just one in a series of flashpoints between the two longstanding rivals.

France, Britain vow to find ‘new approaches’ to Russian threats

U.K. and France welcomed a "moment of reunion" following years of political upheaval between the two countries post-Brexit.

Estonia compares Russian strikes in Ukraine to Red Army in WWII

Estonia's prime minister compared Russian military operations in Ukraine to the Red Army's 1944 bombardment of Tallinn.

Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet: Royal titles for Prince Harry’s kids

Lilibet and her older brother, Archie, were listed as prince and princess on the royal family’s website as of early Thursday.
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