- Russia Says It Used Nuclear-Capable Missile to Strike Western Ukraine
by Andrew E. Kramer and Cassandra Vinograd on January 9, 2026 at 1:21 pmThe attack seemed intended to send a message to Europe as it strongly backs Kyiv in the peace talks.
- Live Updates: Trump Says More U.S. Attacks on Venezuela ‘Will Not Be Needed’
by The New York Times on January 9, 2026 at 1:15 pmPresident Trump cited cooperation from the country’s new leaders, who began releasing political prisoners on Thursday in an apparent concession after the U.S. capture of President Nicolás Maduro.
- What Is the Oreshnik Ballistic Missile Russia Used in a Strike on Ukraine?
by Cassandra Vinograd and Lara Jakes on January 9, 2026 at 12:55 pmThe attack was just the second time that Moscow had launched the nuclear-capable intermediate-range ballistic weapon.
- Trump Indicates He Will Meet Venezuela’s Machado After Offer to Give Him Her Nobel Peace Prize
by Lynsey Chutel on January 9, 2026 at 12:23 pmPresident Trump indicated that he would meet the Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado. Last year, she won the Nobel Peace Prize, an award he covets.
- Here’s the latest.
by Jack Nicas, Emma Bubola, Emiliano Rodríguez Mega and Genevieve Glatsky on January 9, 2026 at 12:15 pm - What to Know About the Protests in Iran
by Abdi Latif Dahir and Leily Nikounazar on January 9, 2026 at 12:11 pmGalloping inflation, a currency crisis and anger at the regime have fueled demonstrations across the country.
- Iran’s Supreme Leader Vows to ‘Not Back Down’ as Protests Swell
by Leily Nikounazar and Aurelien Breeden on January 9, 2026 at 11:42 amAfter days of fierce protest, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei dismissed the demonstrations as wanton destruction and accused protesters of trying to “please” President Trump.
- Runway Wall Caused All the Deaths in 2024 South Korean Plane Crash, Report Says
by John Yoon on January 9, 2026 at 10:51 amA computer simulation ordered by the government showed that everyone on board would have survived if the concrete berm had been made of materials that easily broke apart.
- How an Abrupt Call Between Trump and Colombia’s President Averted a Crisis
by Annie Correal and Max Bearak on January 9, 2026 at 10:04 amPresident Gustavo Petro said that the new tone between the leaders was “friendly,” but he also resurfaced his deep disagreements with President Trump.
- In Venezuela, Trump Revives ‘Gunboat Diplomacy.’ What Is It?
by Ali Watkins on January 9, 2026 at 10:03 amThe U.S. campaign in Venezuela has drawn from a centuries-old playbook employing naval force — but added some new elements, too.
- Iran Is Cut Off From Internet as Protests Calling for Regime Change Intensify
by Farnaz Fassihi, Pranav Baskar and Sanam Mahoozi on January 9, 2026 at 8:23 amAs protests swelled around the country, Iran’s internet was shut down, and the heads of its judiciary and its security services warned of a harsh response amid calls for “freedom, freedom.”
- An Interview With Donald Trump
by Katrin Bennhold on January 9, 2026 at 6:56 amThe president spoke to The New York Times about Venezuela and his power on the world stage.
- Inside Myanmar’s Gilded Capital, Empty Streets and Moldy Corners
by Hannah Beech and Daniel Berehulak on January 9, 2026 at 5:00 amMyanmar’s junta created a capital to withstand an invasion. Now, the military struggles to project an image of control over a crumbling nation.
- Venezuela Leaders Free Political Prisoners in a Sign of Possible Change
by Jack Nicas, Emma Bubola, Emiliano Rodríguez Mega and Genevieve Glatsky on January 9, 2026 at 3:33 amThe interim government released some prisoners under pressure from the Trump administration, even as it continued arrests and crackdowns elsewhere.
- Venezuela Mourns the Dozens Who Died in U.S. Operation
by Emma Bubola on January 9, 2026 at 3:15 amFor all Venezuelans, the nighttime raid opened a period of deep uncertainty. For the families of those killed, it meant the grim task of burying their relatives.
- Here’s the latest.by Zolan Kanno-Youngs, Emiliano Rodríguez Mega and Robert Jimison on January 9, 2026 at 2:20 am
- Once Again, a Newfoundland Town Rescues Stranded Passengers
by Rylee Kirk on January 9, 2026 at 2:03 amAfter 9/11, Gander took in thousands of people whose flights were diverted. History repeated on a smaller scale this week.
- Three Reported Missing in Australia as Fires Rage in ‘Catastrophic’ Conditions
by Nazaneen Ghaffar and Victoria Kim on January 9, 2026 at 1:24 amThe country is in the midst of a record-breaking heat wave, with temperatures well above 100 degrees Fahrenheit. Multiple bush fires were burning in the state of Victoria.
- Hoisting Russian Flags, ‘Shadow Fleet’ Edges Into the Light
by Paul Sonne and Michael Schwirtz on January 8, 2026 at 11:59 pmThe Marinera, which was seized by the U.S., isn’t the only ship from the “shadow fleet” of oil tankers to switch lately to a Russian identity, seeking protection.
- Ukraine Awards Major Lithium Project to Investors With Links to Trump
by Constant Méheut on January 8, 2026 at 11:55 pmRonald S. Lauder, a billionaire friend of Mr. Trump, is among the investors. The move comes as the Trump administration looks for investment opportunities in Ukraine.
- Fact-Checking Trump’s Justifications for the Venezuela Operation
by Linda Qiu on January 8, 2026 at 11:55 pmThe president has repeatedly tied Venezuela to drug overdose deaths, claimed the Maduro regime sent an influx of criminal migrants and accused the country of stealing American oil.
- Trump Addresses Venezuela, Greenland and Presidential Power in New York Times Interview
by David E. Sanger, Tyler Pager, Katie Rogers and Zolan Kanno-Youngs on January 8, 2026 at 11:47 pmOn topic after topic, President Trump made clear that he would be the arbiter of any limits to his authorities, not international law or treaties.
- NASA Will Bring I.S.S. Astronauts Home Early After Medical Issue
by Kenneth Chang and Amanda Holpuch on January 8, 2026 at 11:30 pmAfter canceling a spacewalk planned for Thursday, the space agency’s administrator said it was erring on the side of caution and bringing a crew of four home in the coming days.
- U.S. Navy Is Chasing Several Oil Tankers in the Atlantic
by Christiaan Triebert, Riley Mellen and Eric Schmitt on January 8, 2026 at 10:59 pmA mass departure by sanctioned tankers, some switching to Russian flags, has triggered a fresh effort by the United States to pursue Venezuelan oil shipments at sea.
- Why Cambodia Handed Over a Man Accused of Stealing Billions in Crypto Scam
by Sui-Lee Wee on January 8, 2026 at 10:52 pmExperts say the scam industry has become a pillar of Cambodia’s economy, but it is under pressure from other countries to crack down.
- Rocío San Miguel, Venezuelan Political Prisoner, Was Among Those Released
by Anushka Patil on January 8, 2026 at 10:47 pmMs. San Miguel’s arrest in 2024 raised fears that Venezuela had entered a new era of repression.
- Macron tells ambassadors that the world has become ‘unhinged.’
by Catherine Porter on January 8, 2026 at 9:41 pm - Russian Propaganda Ramps Up After U.S. Raid in Venezuela
by Julian E. Barnes on January 8, 2026 at 9:24 pmA network of websites known as “Portal Kombat” is spreading messages about U.S. military hardware, according to tracking firms.
- Trump Says U.S. Oversight of Venezuela Could Last for Years
by David E. Sanger, Tyler Pager, Katie Rogers and Zolan Kanno-Youngs on January 8, 2026 at 8:21 pmIn a wide-ranging interview with The New York Times on Wednesday, President Trump said “only time will tell” when it comes to how long the United States aims to control the country.
- Climate Change Has Turned Greenland Into a Target for Trump
by Claire Brown on January 8, 2026 at 8:12 pmA warming planet has opened up new shipping routes and turned Greenland into a geostrategic asset for the Trump administration.
- Saudi Official Accuses U.A.E. of Helping Yemeni Separatist to Escape
by Vivian Nereim on January 8, 2026 at 8:00 pmAidarous al-Zubaidi is wanted on treason charges in Yemen after he led a lightning military offensive that escalated a bitter feud between the Emirates and Saudi Arabia.
- French Researcher and Russian Basketball Player Released in a Prisoner Swap
by Ségolène Le Stradic and Nataliya Vasilyeva on January 8, 2026 at 7:58 pmLaurent Vinatier, a French citizen and researcher, was freed in exchange for the release of Daniil Kasatkin, a Russian basketball player.
- Lebanon Claims Progress in Disarming Militant Groups Like Hezbollah
by Euan Ward on January 8, 2026 at 7:56 pmThe military said it had completed the first phase of a plan to demilitarize armed groups as fears grew that Israel was preparing a new offensive against Hezbollah.
- Russian Strikes Knock Out Power in Dnipro Region of Ukraine
by Cassandra Vinograd on January 8, 2026 at 6:31 pmThe Ukrainian authorities urged residents in the Dnipropetrovsk region to stock up on water as crews raced to restore service.
- The Icebreaker Araon Stops Near the Thwaites Glacier
by Raymond Zhong on January 8, 2026 at 6:23 pmLess than a day after arriving at the ice, we are already up close and personal with the fastest-melting glacier in Antarctica.
- U.S., Cementing Control on Venezuelan Oil, Seizes Russian-Flagged Tanker
by Nicholas Nehamas, Eric Schmitt, Julian E. Barnes and Michael Levenson on January 8, 2026 at 3:40 pmThe vessel was one of two taken into American custody as the Trump administration said it was executing a “deal to take all the oil.”
- Rubio Says He’ll Discuss Greenland With Danish Officials Next Week
by Amelia Nierenberg on January 8, 2026 at 2:28 pmSecretary of State Marco Rubio told reporters he would speak with the officials after days of mounting threats from the Trump administration to take Greenland, a semiautonomous Danish territory.
- What Is the UNFCCC and Why Is the U.S. Pulling Out?
by Somini Sengupta on January 8, 2026 at 2:27 pmThe Trump administration said Wednesday that the United States was withdrawing from 66 international agreements, including a major climate change treaty.
- Colombia’s President Feared a U.S. Attack. Then Trump Called.
by Annie Correal, Max Bearak and Genevieve Glatsky on January 8, 2026 at 12:41 pmThe conversation appeared to defuse a crisis that erupted after President Trump said military action against Colombia “sounds good.” President Gustavo Petro spoke to The New York Times just before the call.
- Trump Pulls U.S. Out of United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change
by Somini Sengupta and Lisa Friedman on January 8, 2026 at 11:18 amThe action could make it more difficult for a future administration to rejoin the Paris climate accord, the agreement among most nations to fight climate change.
- Most Venezuelans Struggle to Pay for Food, Poll Shows
by Ana Ionova on January 8, 2026 at 9:20 amA new Gallup survey found that more than half of Venezuelans reported struggling to afford food last year, with economic hardship reaching even the wealthy.
- Lawmakers Are Split After Classified Briefings on Venezuela
by Robert Jimison and Megan Mineiro on January 8, 2026 at 9:11 amRepublicans praised what they characterized as a narrow and well-executed plan, while Democrats expressed alarm, warning that the mission was vaguely defined.
- Why Russian Tourists Are Flocking to Southern China’s Beachesby Andrew Higgins and Gilles Sabrié on January 8, 2026 at 8:37 am
Russians find a refuge on the beaches of Sanya from sanctions and “sideways looks,” toasting the New Year beside a Chinese nuclear submarine base.
- Europe Tries to Come to Terms With Trump’s Intervention in Venezuela
by Steven Erlanger on January 8, 2026 at 6:16 amNeeding U.S. support to fend off Russia in Ukraine, European leaders have been cautious about criticizing President Trump on Greenland, Iran, Venezuela and much else.
- All Eyes on the U.S. in 2026
by Katrin Bennhold on January 8, 2026 at 5:41 amOur reporters in Washington tell us what they’re watching from the Trump administration.
- When It Comes to Russia, Trump Navigates Conflicting Goals
by Anton Troianovski on January 8, 2026 at 5:00 amPresident Trump’s efforts to court President Vladimir V. Putin of Russia are rife with contradictions about stability and displays of American power.
- Yemen Separatist Leader Refuses to Attend Talks, Deepening Saudi Arabia-UAE Clash
by Vivian Nereim on January 8, 2026 at 4:18 amInvited to Saudi Arabia for talks, dozens of Yemeni separatist officials went incommunicado on Wednesday as the conflict in their country took a sharp twist.
- Protests Spread in Iran, and Crackdowns Escalate
by Farnaz Fassihi on January 8, 2026 at 2:37 amBazaars were shuttered and demonstrators met with violence from security forces amid rising anger about the country’s dire economic situation.
- Trump and Colombian President Speak by Phone Amid Escalating Tensions
by Annie Correal on January 8, 2026 at 1:23 amThe American president said a White House visit with Gustavo Petro was being arranged by the secretary of state.
- During Maduro Raid in Venezuela, a Close Call for Helicopters and Trump’s Plan
by Eric Schmitt and Greg Jaffe on January 7, 2026 at 11:24 pmAs a damaged U.S. helicopter struggled to stay aloft over Venezuela’s capital, the success of the entire operation hung in the balance.
- U.S. Seizes Oil Tanker and Boards Another Amid Tensions With Russiaby Nicholas Nehamas, Eric Schmitt, Julian E. Barnes and Christiaan Triebert on January 7, 2026 at 11:11 pm
The first ship had eluded the Coast Guard after being stopped on its way to pick up oil in Venezuela. U.S. forces also boarded another tanker in international waters near the Caribbean.
- What Are ‘Ghost Fleet’ Ships?
by Anushka Patil on January 7, 2026 at 10:51 pmAlso known as “dark fleet” or “shadow fleet” ships, the vessels use murky tactics to transport oil in violation of sanctions.
- Senate Republicans Push Back on Trump’s Aspirations to Seize Greenland
by Catie Edmondson on January 7, 2026 at 10:29 pmOpposition was stacking up to the United States buying the semiautonomous island or taking it by force.
- Amid heavy security, a tentative return of street life in Caracas.
by The New York Times on January 7, 2026 at 10:25 pm - Clashes Between Syrian Government and Kurdish-Led Militia Restart After Deaths
by Raja Abdulrahim on January 7, 2026 at 8:43 pmFighting in the city of Aleppo resumed as talks to integrate the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces into the national military appear to have stalled.
- Hundreds of Tourists on Yemeni Island Caught Up in Saudi-U.A.E. Rift
by Ismaeel Naar on January 7, 2026 at 4:43 pmAround 600 foreigners have been stranded on Socotra as clashes on mainland Yemen halted flights, turning the nature sanctuary and tourist spot into a geopolitical trap.
- Buy Greenland? Take It? Why? An Old Pact Already Gives Trump a Free Hand.
by Jeffrey Gettleman, Amelia Nierenberg and Maya Tekeli on January 7, 2026 at 4:30 pmAnalysts say the Cold War agreement allows the president to increase the American military presence almost at will.
- Maduro Is Gone, but Repression in Venezuela Has Intensified
by Jack Nicas on January 7, 2026 at 3:27 pmSecurity forces have boarded buses, searched phones and interrogated people, looking for evidence that they welcomed the capture of Nicolás Maduro.
- Reshuffle at Ukraine’s Intelligence Agencies Draws Criticism
by Andrew E. Kramer on January 7, 2026 at 12:48 pmSome ask whether the shake-up risks disrupting the agencies’ operations and is political in nature.
- Trump claims to have cancelled ‘previously expected’ second wave of attacks on Venezuela – US politics live
by Shrai Popat (now); Tom Ambrose and Emily Mackay (earlier) on January 9, 2026 at 1:13 pmUS president says move was reaction to Caracas releasing large numbers of political prisoners as ‘sign of seeking peace’Pope Leo XIV has denounced how nations are using force to assert their dominion worldwide, saying they are “completely […]
- X response to Grok sexualised images scandal ‘insulting’ to victims of misogyny, says No 10 – UK politics live
by Andrew Sparrow on January 9, 2026 at 1:09 pmImage-creation function has been limited to paying subscribers after Elon Musk’s platform was threatened with fines and regulatory actionDowning Street has defended its decision to single out pubs for special help with the problems created by […]
- EU trade deal with South American Mercosur bloc provisionally approved despite farmers’ opposition – Europe live
by Jakub Krupa on January 9, 2026 at 1:00 pmAgreement with Brazil, Argentina, Paraguay and Uruguay, which still needs approval of European parliament, would end 25 years of negotiationsPope Leo also chooses to express a view on the recent events in Venezuela, calling for world governments – […]
- Public urged to grow unusual plants to safeguard diversity of UK blooms
by Helena Horton Environment reporter on January 9, 2026 at 1:00 pmPlant Heritage says gardening trends mean many species in danger of disappearing as they are no longer offered for saleMore than half of garden plants previously grown in the UK are no longer offered for sale as flower fashions and modern gardening […]
- Doge cuts cost US taxpayers $10bn to cover workers’ paid leave, analysis finds
by Tom Perkins on January 9, 2026 at 1:00 pmAnalysis estimates Trump administration ‘wasted’ billions to compensate over 154,000 federal employees on leaveThe Trump administration “wasted” $10bn on paid leave, or paying workers to stay home, as part of the “department of government […]
- Storm Goretti live: rail services suspended, flights cancelled and schools closed across UK
by Tom Ambrose (now); Amy Sedghi and Adam Fulton (earlier) on January 9, 2026 at 12:52 pmRoad, rail and air travel disrupted as Storm Goretti brings wind, rain and snow to the UK and parts of EuropeTell us: how have you been affected by Storm Goretti?Officials in the West Midlands have warned of the “worst snowfall in a decade” as […]
- US border patrol agents shoot two people in Portland
by Robert Mackey in Portland on January 9, 2026 at 12:44 pmPolice say pair are in hospital but condition not known, as mayor urges ICE to pause operationsUS border patrol agents shot two people outside a hospital in Portland, Oregon, a day after an ICE officer shot and killed a woman in Minneapolis.The […]
- Victorian premier warns of ‘most dangerous’ moment as three people remain missing in bushfires
by Benita Kolovos in Melbourne and Cait Kelly in Seymour on January 9, 2026 at 12:43 pmA man, woman and child remain unaccounted for, authorities say, but forecasters say conditions eased across the state on Friday nightFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastThe […]
- X UK revenues drop nearly 60% in a year as content concerns spook advertisers
by Mark Sweney on January 9, 2026 at 12:26 pmElon Musk-owned site reports plunging profits amid outcry over use of AI tool Grok to create sexually explicit imageryBusiness live – latest updatesUK revenues at Elon Musk’s X fell by almost 60% in a year as advertisers pulled their spending […]
- Nasa orders its first-ever space station medical evacuation after astronaut falls ill
by Oliver Holmes on January 9, 2026 at 12:20 pmAgency says US-Japanese-Russian crew of four will return to Earth in the coming days, earlier than plannedNasa has ordered its first medical evacuation from the International Space Station in its 25-year history after an astronaut in the orbital […]
- Spotify no longer running ICE recruitment ads, after US government campaign ends
by Laura Snapes on January 9, 2026 at 12:19 pmThe ad campaign ended in late 2025, the Swedish streaming giant confirmed, having previously said, despite protests, that it did not violate advertising policiesSpotify is no long running advertisements for the US Immigration and Customs Enforcement […]
- Trump claims he has cancelled second wave of attacks on Venezuelaby Rory Carroll and Tiago Rogero on January 9, 2026 at 12:01 pm
US president also threatens land strikes on drug cartels in Latin America and says he will meet Venezuelan opposition leader soonUS politics live – latest updatesDonald Trump has claimed that he cancelled a second wave of attacks on Venezuela […]
- Reform UK accused of ‘betraying’ election pledges after council tax rises
by Ben Quinn Political correspondent on January 9, 2026 at 11:36 amFour out of five councils controlled by party have proposed 5% council tax rises, the maximum permitted by lawNigel Farage’s Reform UK has been accused of “betraying” election promises to cut council tax after several councils it controls said […]
- Weather tracker: Kosovo floods trap people in homes and cut water supplies
by Jodie Woodcock for MetDesk on January 9, 2026 at 10:40 amEmergency rescuers step in as intense rain results in landslips, power cuts and communities left isolatedKosovo has seen prolonged, intense rainfall this week leading to widespread flooding. Cities, towns and villages were inundated as rivers […]
- Syria announces ceasefire in Aleppo after three days of clashes with Kurds
by William Christou on January 9, 2026 at 10:14 amUS envoy welcomes pause in hostilities in contested region although it is unclear whether deal will holdSyria’s government has announced a ceasefire after three days of clashes with Kurdish fighters in Aleppo, which has led to more than 140,000 […]
- ‘Toughest conditions imaginable’: Victorians urged to shelter inside from heatwave as tropical cyclone heads for Queensland
by Petra Stock on January 9, 2026 at 8:56 amHeatwave warnings in place for nearly all states and territories as Sydney braces for 43C forecast on SaturdayFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastA heatwave engulfing much […]
- Russia fires hypersonic Oreshnik missile at Ukraine in massive attack
by Pjotr Sauer on January 9, 2026 at 8:43 amKyiv dismisses as ‘absurd’ Moscow’s attempt to portray missile launch as retaliation for supposed attempted drone strike on Putin residenceEurope live – latest updatesRussia’s military has said it fired its new hypersonic Oreshnik missile […]
- Almost 50 writers boycott Adelaide festival after it dumps pro-Palestine academic Randa Abdel-Fattah
by Adeshola Ore and Kelly Burke on January 9, 2026 at 8:21 amHelen Garner and Miles Franklin winner Michelle de Kretser among 47 people who have pulled out of annual writers’ festival to protest Abdel-Fattah’s axingFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app […]
- Mining firms Rio Tinto and Glencore restart $260bn merger talks
by Mark Sweney on January 9, 2026 at 8:09 amDeal would create world’s largest mining company and come almost a year after previous discussions failedBusiness live – latest updatesRio Tinto and Glencore have restarted talks over a merger that would create the world’s largest mining […]
- Black Saturday-affected towns told to leave before predicted wind change causes ‘dangerous’ fire conditions – as it happened
by Penry Buckley and Nick Visser on January 9, 2026 at 7:10 amThis blog is now closedWind change sparks new fires amid extreme hot weather in Victoria as three people remain missingGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastAttorney general says PM took ‘time to get this right’ before […]
- Attempt to overturn the Gambia’s ban on FGM heard by supreme court
by Sarah Johnson on January 9, 2026 at 6:00 amCase brought by Muslim leaders and MP follows failed 2024 bid and seen as part of global anti-women’s rights backlashA group of religious leaders and an MP in the Gambia have launched efforts to overturn a ban on female genital mutilation at the […]
- Home Office tells Gaza academic his bid to bring family to UK not urgent
by Toby Helm on January 9, 2026 at 6:00 amBassem Abudagga losing hope after being told wife must go to visa application centre, of which none remain in GazaA Palestinian academic has failed in his latest attempt to be reunited with his family in the UK after the Home Office concluded their […]
- Venezuela begins releasing political detainees to ‘consolidate peace’
by Tiago Rogero South America correspondent on January 9, 2026 at 5:41 amOpposition leader María Corina Machado hails move to tackle ‘injustice’ as Spain’s foreign ministry confirms release of five Spanish nationalsFive days after the US seized Nicolás Maduro, Venezuela has announced it is releasing an […]
- Whistle, crackle, banned: Dutch set to outlaw fireworks after more new year chaos
by Ajit Niranjan Europe environment correspondent on January 9, 2026 at 5:00 amNetherlands expected to join Ireland in prohibiting most consumer fireworks as other EU countries debate crackdownWindow-rattling explosions turned Yara Basta-Bos’s street into a “war zone” last week, but she was spared from the worst of the […]
- At least 13 killed in Israeli strikes on Gaza, including five children, civil defence agency says
by Agence France-Presse on January 8, 2026 at 10:45 pmAttacks bring total number of Palestinians killed by Israel to 425 since October ceasefire took effectGaza’s civil defence agency said Israeli attacks in the Palestinian territory on Thursday killed at least 13 people, including five children, […]
- Iran plunged into internet blackout as protests over economy spread nationwide
by William Christou in Beirut on January 8, 2026 at 7:42 pmSecurity forces reported to have killed at least 45 people since protests began 12 days ago, as protesters gather in TehranIran was plunged into a complete internet blackout on Thursday night as protests over economic conditions spread nationwide, […]
- Two oil tankers under US sanctions sailing through Channel towards Russia
by Dan Sabbagh on January 8, 2026 at 7:27 pmAria and Tia both south of Britain after US-UK seizure of Marinera, deemed to be part of Moscow’s ‘shadow fleet’Two oil tankers under US sanctions are sailing east through the Channel towards Russia, prompting speculation over whether the US […]
- Brazilian president vetoes bill reducing Jair Bolsonaro’s prison sentence
by Agence France-Presse on January 8, 2026 at 6:03 pmLuiz Inácio Lula da Silva rejects bill passed by congress as he marks anniversary of 2023 Brasília riotsBrazil’s president, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, has vetoed a bill that would dramatically reduce the prison sentence of the country’s […]
- Venezuela cooperating fully and US will control its oil for years, Trump claims
by Rory Carroll, Tiago Rogero and agencies on January 8, 2026 at 5:59 pmUS president says Delcy Rodríguez’s interim administration is doing ‘everything that we feel is necessary’ The US is receiving full cooperation from Venezuela’s regime and will control the country and its vast oil reserves for years, Donald […]
- ‘Shadow fleet’ ships moving sanctioned oil reflagged to Russia at rising rate
by Daniel Boffey Chief reporter on January 8, 2026 at 5:24 pmLloyd’s List analysis suggests 40 suspicious vessels joined Russian registry last year, with 17 reflagged last monthTwo oil tankers under US sanctions sailing through Channel towards RussiaForty ships accused of belonging to a large “shadow […]
- Saudi Arabia says UAE helped Yemeni separatist leader flee as crisis deepens
by Patrick Wintour Diplomatic editor on January 8, 2026 at 4:40 pmRiyadh says Aidarous al-Zubaidi, leader of the UAE-backed Southern Transitional Council, was helped to flee YemenSaudi Arabia has accused the United Arab Emirates of smuggling a UAE-backed separatist leader out of Yemen after he failed to turn up […]
- Alleged scam kingpin Chen Zhi arrives in China after extradition from Cambodia
by Reuters in Beijing on January 8, 2026 at 2:28 pmChen founded multinational conglomerate Prince Group that US says is front for multibillion-dollar fraud operationChinese television has shown footage of the US-indicted tycoon Chen Zhi being escorted by armed police after his extradition to China […]
- Indian police raid home of environmental activists over anti-fossil fuel campaign
by Damien Gayle Environment correspondent on January 8, 2026 at 10:40 amSatat Sampada founders Harjeet Singh and Jyoti Awasthi say allegations are ‘baseless, biased and misleading’Police have raided the home of one of India’s leading environmental activists over claims his campaigning for a treaty to cut the use […]
- Two weeks on, questions linger over targeting and impact of US airstrikes in Nigeria
by Rachel Savage in Johannesburg on January 8, 2026 at 5:00 amVery little information has been shared about strikes in Sokoto stateTwo weeks after the US carried out Christmas Day airstrikes in north-west Nigeria on what it described as Islamic State fighters, questions remain over the specific group that was […]
- Anger in Papua New Guinea after Starlink ordered to shut down internet services
by Rebecca Bush in Port Moresby on January 6, 2026 at 2:50 amIn mid-December PNG said the company did not have a licence to operate in the country and ordered it to halt operationsFrustration is growing in Papua New Guinea weeks after the government ordered Starlink to shut down operations in the country as […]
- What does the US raid in Venezuela mean for China’s designs on Taiwan?
by Amy Hawkins Senior China correspondent on January 6, 2026 at 1:00 amPerception that Chinese-made weapons could not stop a ‘decapitation strike’ may give Beijing pause for thoughtThe sight of a hostile regional superpower launching an overnight raid to depose the leader of a smaller neighbouring country could […]
- Trump’s attack leaves China worried about its interests in Venezuela | Amy Hawkins
by Amy Hawkins on January 5, 2026 at 3:51 pmMaduro had just affirmed ‘strong bonds of brotherhood’ with Beijing when US made its shocking interventionVenezuela crisis – latest updatesHours before his life and the fate of his country was changed dramatically, Venezuela’s leader, […]
- ‘Tuna King’ pays record £2.4m for giant bluefin at Tokyo auction
by Agence France-Presse in Tokyo on January 5, 2026 at 1:52 pmKiyoshi Kimura will turn prized 243kg fish into sushi rolls selling for £2.4o at his restaurant chainA sushi entrepreneur has paid a record 510.3m yen (£2.4m) for a giant bluefin tuna at a prestigious auction in Tokyo’s main fish market.Kiyoshi […]
- Anthony Joshua’s driver charged with dangerous driving after fatal crash in Nigeria
by Serena Richards on January 2, 2026 at 5:54 pmBritish boxer was injured in collision that killed his personal trainer Latif Ayodele and strength coach Sina GhamiNigerian police have charged Anthony Joshua’s driver with causing death by dangerous driving after a fatal crash that killed two […]
- Ministers cannot go on ignoring the Shamima Begum case, for two important reasons
by Peter Walker on January 2, 2026 at 5:10 pmThe fate of the woman who left the UK at 15 in search of Islamic State raises wider questions about citizenshipWhile many aspects of UK political polling have shifted drastically since 2019, the public’s view on Shamima Begum has remained largely […]
- Sewage in drinking water blamed for at least 10 deaths in India’s ‘cleanest city’
by Penelope MacRae in Delhi on January 2, 2026 at 12:14 pmHundreds hospitalised in Indore after public toilet built above water pipeline appears to have let sewage into supplySewage-contaminated drinking water is being blamed for killing at least 10 people, including a baby boy, and sending more than 270 […]
- Cremation pyre in Africa thought to be world’s oldest containing adult remains
by Nicola Davis Science correspondent on January 1, 2026 at 7:00 pm9,500-year-old pyre uncovered in Malawi offers rare insight into rituals of ancient African hunter-gatherer groupsA cremation pyre built about 9,500 years ago has been discovered in Africa, offering a fresh glimpse into the complexity of ancient […]
- US ‘adapt, shrink or die’ terms for $2bn aid pot will mean UN bowing down to Washington, say experts
by Kaamil Ahmed on January 1, 2026 at 1:00 pmAfghanistan and Yemen excluded from list of 17 priority countries chosen by Trump administration to receive aid laden with demandsThe $2bn (£1.5bn) of aid the US pledged this week may have been hailed as “bold and ambitious” by the UN but could […]
- Khaleda Zia, first female Bangladesh prime minister, dies aged 80
by Hannah Ellis-Petersen and agencies on December 30, 2025 at 2:13 amZia’s archrivalry with Sheikh Hasina defined the country’s politics for a generationKhaleda Zia, the first female prime minister of Bangladesh whose long rivalry with Sheikh Hasina defined the country’s politics for a generation, has died aged […]
- Polls close in first phase of Myanmar elections widely condemned as a sham
by Guardian staff and Aung Khant Si Thu on December 28, 2025 at 1:58 pmTurnout appears low for vote in which most candidates seen as allies of junta and large areas excluded by warPolls have closed in conflict-racked Myanmar, ending the first phase of an election that has been widely condemned as a sham designed to […]
- Elon Musk’s xAI restricts Grok after outcry over sexualised images
on January 9, 2026 at 12:37 pmStart-up limits use of image generation system to paid users following spread of deepfakes and child sex abuse material
- Former CIA director William Burns: ‘Imitating autocrats is not a winning formula’
on January 9, 2026 at 12:30 pmThe ex-spy chief on the risks of Trump’s operation in Venezuela, what the US gets wrong about regime change — and why Putin badly misjudged Ukraine
- What lies behind Trump’s retro oil plundering?
on January 9, 2026 at 12:00 pmDoubling down on fossil fuels threatens to leave the US floundering in the AI race with China
- UK hedge fund trader Chris Rokos pays himself £477mn
on January 9, 2026 at 10:02 amRokos Capital returned 31% in 2024 following wild swings in equity, bond and commodity markets
- Glencore and Rio Tinto resume talks on $260bn mining megadeal
on January 9, 2026 at 8:07 amDiscussions over a tie-up to create the world’s largest mining group come as race to secure copper reshapes the sector
- Iran’s supreme leader accuses protesters of acting for Trump
on January 9, 2026 at 7:07 amInternet shut off as government tries to quell wave of unrest
- How to AI-proof your job
on January 9, 2026 at 5:00 amThe data suggests soft skills more than quantitative competency equal success in a rapidly changing labour market
- Merck in talks to buy cancer drugmaker Revolution Medicines for up to $32bn
on January 9, 2026 at 12:51 amUS company is attempting to acquire the maker of a new treatment for pancreatic cancer
- UK to exclude financial services from push for closer EU alignment
on January 8, 2026 at 9:00 pmCity of London firms have been lobbying against a return to Brussels rules