- Australia Faces Critical Fire Warnings Amid Record-Breaking Heat Wave
by Nazaneen Ghaffar and Victoria Kim on January 8, 2026 at 6:54 pmTemperatures are well above 100 degrees Fahrenheit in much of the country, and forecasters warned of potentially catastrophic fire conditions on Friday.
- Live Updates: Senate Advances Measure to Curb Trump’s Use of Force in Venezuela
by The New York Times on January 8, 2026 at 6:54 pmIn a rebuke to the president, the Senate narrowly agreed to bring up a War Powers Act resolution for a vote. The measure would require Mr. Trump to seek congressional authorization for military operations in Venezuela.
- Venezuela Leaders to Free Political Prisoners in a Sign of Possible Change
by Emma Bubola on January 8, 2026 at 6:51 pmThe release, which was expected to happen later on Thursday, offers the first gesture of conciliation under an interim government, even as arrests and crackdowns continue.
- 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.
- Here’s the latest.
by Zolan Kanno-Youngs, Emiliano Rodríguez Mega and Robert Jimison on January 8, 2026 at 6:19 pm - French Researcher and Russian Basketball Player Released in a Prisoner Swap
by Ségolène Le Stradic and Nataliya Vasilyeva on January 8, 2026 at 5:56 pmLaurent Vinatier, a French citizen and researcher detained, was freed in exchange for the release of Daniil Kasatkin, a Russian basketball player.
- Why Cambodia Handed Over a Man Accused of Stealing Billions in Crypto Scam
by Sui-Lee Wee on January 8, 2026 at 5:43 pmExperts say the scam industry has become a pillar of Cambodia’s economy, but it is under pressure from other countries to crack down.
- NASA May Return Early From International Space Station After Medical Issue
by Amanda Holpuch on January 8, 2026 at 5:06 pmNASA said it canceled a spacewalk planned for Thursday after an astronaut had an undisclosed medical issue on the International Space Station.
- Saudi Official Accuses U.A.E. of Helping Yemeni Separatist to Escape
by Vivian Nereim on January 8, 2026 at 4:14 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.
- Lebanon Claims Progress in Disarming Militant Groups Like Hezbollah
by Euan Ward on January 8, 2026 at 3:56 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.
- 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 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 12:39 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.
- 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.
- Displaced Palestinians in Egypt Await Reopening of Gaza Borderby Alex Pena, Saher Alghorra, Monika Cvorak and Jon Hazell on January 8, 2026 at 10:24 am
Tens of thousands of Palestinians in Egypt face an uncertain future as they navigate obstacles to staying in the country and returning home to Gaza. The New York Times spoke to a family that remains separated despite a truce in the territory.
- 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.
- Hoisting Russian Flags, ‘Shadow Fleet’ Edges Into the Light
by Paul Sonne and Michael Schwirtz on January 8, 2026 at 8:10 amThe 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.
- 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.
- Iran Says It’s Investigating Violence at Weekend Protests
by Erika Solomon and Arijeta Lajka on January 8, 2026 at 4:17 amRights groups accuse security forces of killing protesters and storming a hospital in the province of Ilam. State media claimed that some protesters were armed.
- China Touts Hainan, Its Duty-Free Island, Amid $1 Trillion Trade Surplus
by Andrew Higgins on January 8, 2026 at 3:37 amPolicies meant to lure importers to Hainan, a resort island off China’s coast, signal an opening up, Beijing says. One expert calls it a “bait and switch.”
- 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.
- Here’s the latest.by Nicholas Nehamas, Eric Schmitt and Julian E. Barnes on January 8, 2026 at 1:15 am
- 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.
- After Trump’s Military Victory in Venezuela, Cuba’s Economy Is in ‘Freefall’
by David C. Adams and Frances Robles on January 7, 2026 at 8:24 pmWith widespread power outages, medicine shortages and rising food prices, experts say Cuba’s economy has never been worse, with the crisis coming just as the supply of Venezuelan oil is threatened.
- 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.
- Rubio Tells Lawmakers Trump Wants to Buy Greenland
by Edward Wong, Tyler Pager and Eric Schmitt on January 7, 2026 at 4:18 pmPresident Trump has said since his first term that he wants to acquire Greenland, and he asked aides for an updated plan on Monday. European leaders reject the president’s assertions.
- 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.
- Winter Weather Snarls Travel in Amsterdam, Brussels and Other European Cities
by Aimee Ortiz, Jeanna Smialek, Ségolène Le Stradic, Judson Jones and Isabella Kwai on January 7, 2026 at 2:47 pmIce and winds disrupted airports and caused car accidents, with many travelers forced to sleep at an airport in Amsterdam. The disruptions are expected to continue through Wednesday.
- Russia Sends Naval Vessel to Escort Oil Tanker U.S. Is Pursuing
by Adam Sella, Nicholas Nehamas and Christiaan Triebert on January 7, 2026 at 2:28 pmThe development deepens the confrontation over the tanker formerly known as the Bella 1, which the United States wants to seize but which Russia has sought to protect.
- 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.
- The Players to Know in Venezuela’s Leadership
by Pranav Baskar on January 7, 2026 at 11:53 amSince President Trump deposed Nicolás Maduro, his entrenched web of loyalists has appeared to remain intact. Here’s a look at some of the most influential.
- Three Views on What 2026 Might Bring
by Katrin Bennhold on January 7, 2026 at 5:41 amOur reporters on the ground tell us what they’re watching in Ukraine, the Middle East and China.
- After Maduro’s Ouster, Marco Rubio Faces the Challenge of Running Venezuela
by Edward Wong and Julian E. Barnes on January 7, 2026 at 2:46 amThe secretary of state helped steer President Trump to attacking Venezuela and seizing Nicolás Maduro, and now aims to force the country to give U.S. companies access to its oil.
- An emergency order from the Venezuelan government appears to criminalize support for the U.S. attack.
by Maria Abi-Habib and Emiliano Rodríguez Mega on January 7, 2026 at 1:18 am - U.S. Pressures Venezuela to Expel Advisers From Cuba, China, Russia and Iran
by Julian E. Barnes, Edward Wong and Eric Schmitt on January 7, 2026 at 1:08 amSecretary of State Marco Rubio was said to have listed the Trump administration’s demands to Venezuela’s new leader, Delcy Rodríguez, in a classified meeting Monday with senior congressional leaders.
- Latin American countries condemn the U.S. at the Organization of American States meeting.
by James Wagner on January 7, 2026 at 12:16 am - 2 Caribbean Nations Agree to Host People Seeking Asylum in U.S.
by Emiliano Rodríguez Mega on January 6, 2026 at 11:05 pmThe island nations of Dominica, and Antigua and Barbuda, recently targeted by Washington, said they had reached deals to receive asylum seekers turned away by the U.S.
- The Trump administration covets Venezuela’s oil reserves, and the implications for the planet could be serious.
by David Gelles on January 6, 2026 at 10:34 pm - Israel Tells Doctors Without Borders to End Its Work in Gaza
by David M. Halbfinger, Aaron Boxerman and Saher Alghorra on January 6, 2026 at 10:21 pmThe move against the medical aid group enforces policies limiting criticism of Israel’s conduct in the war and requiring personal details about Gazan employees.
- Europe Rallies for Greenland as Trump’s Threats Continue
by Anushka Patil on January 6, 2026 at 10:10 pmThe show of solidarity comes as President Trump, emboldened by his capture of Nicolás Maduro from Venezuela, has suggested he could take action against other countries.
- The Unanswered Questions About Venezuela’s Environmental Future
by David Gelles on January 6, 2026 at 7:58 pmThe Trump administration has made no secret that it covets Venezuela’s oil reserves. What happens next could have serious implications for the planet.
- Maduro Invokes Prisoner-of-War Status, Echoing Panama’s Noriega
by Carol Rosenberg on January 6, 2026 at 7:53 pmThe argument worked for Manuel Antonio Noriega, who wore a uniform at trial and received special P.O.W. privileges after his conviction.
- FBI takes over case of ICE agent killing US woman and cuts Minnesota’s access to evidence
by Richard Luscombe, Joseph Gedeon and Lucy Campbell on January 8, 2026 at 6:37 pmMinneapolis remains on edge, with several protests planned after shooting of Renee Nicole Macklin GoodUS politics live – latest updatesThe FBI has taken full control of the investigation into the fatal shooting of Renee Nicole Macklin Good by an […]
- Minnesota governor says ‘it feels very, very difficult that we will get a fair outcome’ of FBI investigation into fatal ICE shooting – live
by Shrai Popat (now);Marina Dunbar and Tom Ambrose (earlier) on January 8, 2026 at 6:34 pmTim Walz’s remarks come after a Minnesota agency says it’s withdrawing from the investigation after federal authorities blocked it from accessing evidence and materials from the caseFBI takes over investigation of killing of US citizen by ICE […]
- French farmers stage protest in Paris to oppose EU-Mercosur trade deal
by Jon Henley in Paris on January 8, 2026 at 6:21 pmTractor protest in city centre comes as Emmanuel Macron confirms he will vote against accord on Friday French farmers in tractors have blocked roads around the Eiffel Tower and Arc de Triomphe in protest at an imminent EU trade deal with South […]
- Labour’s swift pubs U-turn shows government learning – and repeating Treasury mistakes
by Peter Walker Senior political correspondent on January 8, 2026 at 6:17 pmRevolt among MPs was resolved quickly, yet it echoes pattern of making decisions without proper consultationLabour to announce pub business rates U-turn after industry outcryPolitical U-turns come in various forms, and as news of the latest […]
- Google and AI startup to settle lawsuits alleging chatbots led to teen suicide
by Agence France-Presse on January 8, 2026 at 6:14 pmLawsuit accuses AI chatbots of harming minors and includes case of Sewell Setzer III, who killed himself in 2024Google and Character.AI, a startup, have settled lawsuits filed by families accusing artificial intelligence chatbots of harming minors, […]
- ‘They are going after everything rural’: inheritance tax U-turn does little to dampen farmers’ anger at Labour
by Joanna Partridge on January 8, 2026 at 6:14 pmAt the Oxford farming conference there were signs the government has much to do to win back farmers’ trustFew symbols were more potent than the wooden coffin bearing the inscription “RIP British agriculture, 30th October 2024” that greeted […]
- Officials piloting software to tackle deepfakes ahead of Scottish and Welsh elections
by Severin Carrell Scotland editor on January 8, 2026 at 6:07 pmElectoral Commission says tools to detect AI-generated content could be in place before campaigns beginElection officials are working “at speed” with the Home Office on a pilot project to combat the use of deepfakes to target candidates standing […]
- New archbishop of Canterbury not fit for job, says alleged church abuse victim
by Matthew Weaver on January 8, 2026 at 6:03 pmComplainant to appeal against C of E’s dismissal of accusation about Sarah Mullally’s handling of abuse claimAn alleged abuse victim at the centre of a complaint against Sarah Mullally, the incoming archbishop of Canterbury, says she is not fit […]
- 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 […]
- Badenoch claims forthcoming business rates U-turn for pubs ‘too little, too late’ – as it happened
by Andrew Sparrow on January 8, 2026 at 6:02 pmConservative leader criticises government’s U-turn but change likely to be welcomed by pub tradeHelena Horton is a Guardian environment reporter.Emma Reynolds, the environment secretary, has insisted “that is it” in response to farmers […]
- 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 […]
- France’s Macron warns US under Trump is ‘turning away’ from allies – as it happened
by Tom Ambrose (now) and Jakub Krupa (earlier) on January 8, 2026 at 5:57 pmFrench president warned the US under Donald Trump was ‘breaking free from international rules’Another news line dominating this week’s coverage of European politics is to do with Greenland, and the US president Donald Trump’s ambitions to […]
- On the lamb: 50 sheep break away from flock and storm German supermarket
by Deborah Cole in Berlin on January 8, 2026 at 5:37 pmEwes and lambs coaxed out of store in Burgsinn after about 20 minutes, leaving trail of destruction in drinks sectionAbout 50 wayward sheep broke off from their flock and stormed a discount supermarket in a German town, startling and delighting […]
- US Senate advances war powers resolution to stop Trump from taking further military action in Venezuela
by Chris Stein in Washington on January 8, 2026 at 5:35 pmDemocratic-led resolution requires US president to seek Congress’s approval to use military against VenezuelaThe US Senate on Thursday advanced a bipartisan war powers resolution to prevent Donald Trump from taking further military actions against […]
- ‘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 monthForty ships accused of belonging to a large “shadow fleet” moving sanctioned oil for Venezuela and others were reflagged to […]
- French president condemns US for ‘turning away from allies’
by Jon Henley Europe correspondent on January 8, 2026 at 5:10 pmEmmanuel Macron’s comments come as Germany’s president, Frank-Walter Steinmeier, warns against turning world into ‘robber’s den’Europe live – latest updatesThe presidents of France and Germany have sharply condemned US foreign policy […]
- 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 […]
- US protester arrested after TV interview says she was targeted due to Venezuela trip
by Lex McMenamin on January 8, 2026 at 4:25 pmJessica Plichta faces misdemeanor charges, which locals say is a tactic of Grand Rapids, Michigan, police to suppress protestsJessica Plichta was arrested on 3 January after a live interview with a local news station about a Grand Rapids, Michigan, […]
- Syrian army orders Aleppo evacuations amid fighting with Kurdish forces
by William Christou in Beirut on January 8, 2026 at 4:16 pmPeople told to leave three areas as fears grow of wider conflict between government and Kurdish authoritiesThe Syrian army ordered civilians to evacuate neighbourhoods of Aleppo on Thursday after fighting with Kurdish forces entered its third day, […]
- Masses of toxic litter pours from Rhine into North Sea each year, research finds
by Rosie Peters-McDonald on January 8, 2026 at 4:00 pmCitizen scientists help in University of Bonn study showing river carries up to 4,700 tonnes of ‘macrolitter’ annuallyThousands of tonnes of litter are pouring into the North Sea via the Rhine every year, poisoning the waters with heavy metals, […]
- Berlin mayor faces calls to resign after playing tennis during city blackout
by Deborah Cole in Berlin on January 8, 2026 at 3:02 pmKai Wegner acknowledged he had not been entirely forthcoming to public about his actions when outage beganEurope live – latest updatesBerlin’s mayor, Kai Wegner, is facing calls to resign after it emerged he opted to play tennis hours after a […]
- 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 […]
- Promoter behind US rightwinger Candace Owens’ blocked Australia tour goes into liquidation
by Luca Ittimani on January 8, 2026 at 2:00 pmTicketholders still waiting for refunds after immigration minister denied commentator’s visa weeks before national speaking tourGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastThe promoter of Candace Owens’ blocked Australian tour has […]
- Trump plans to use Venezuela’s huge crude reserves ‘to cut US oil price to $50 a barrel’
by Jillian Ambrose Energy correspondent on January 8, 2026 at 12:00 pmPresident reportedly hopes falling price will cut domestic consumer energy billsBusiness live – latest updatesDonald Trump plans to use Venezuela’s vast crude reserves to establish control of most of the western hemisphere’s oil in an attempt […]
- 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 […]
- Was Albanese’s royal commission refusal cynical or considered? Either way, his backdown has come too late
by Dan Jervis-Bardy Chief political correspondent on January 8, 2026 at 9:01 amThe prime minister says he takes the time to ‘choose the right path’ – but it was right there in front of him the whole timeTen days ago, Anthony Albanese fiercely argued against a royal commission into antisemitism. On Thursday, from that […]
- PM says government has been working on inquiry logistics ‘for weeks’ – as it happened
by Caitlin Cassidy and Nick Visser (earlier) on January 8, 2026 at 7:41 amThis blog is now closedPM announces federal royal commission into antisemitism in wake of Bondi beach attackGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastAdelaide – a high of 39CCanberra – a high of 38CSydney – a high of 33CDarwin […]
- Albanese announces royal commission after Bondi attack as he defends not calling inquiry earlier
by Josh Butler, Krishani Dhanji and Dan Jervis-Bardy on January 8, 2026 at 7:40 amPrime minister confirms commission on antisemitism and social cohesion after initially resisting demands for a broad national inquiryFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastThe […]
- Adelaide festival dumps prominent academic Randa Abdel-Fattah over ‘cultural sensitivity’ concerns after Bondi attack
by Caitlin Cassidy and Kelly Burke on January 8, 2026 at 6:35 amAbdel-Fattah accuses the board of ‘blatant and shameless’ anti-Palestinian racism and censorship, as other authors pull out in solidarityFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news […]
- 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 […]
- ‘They are killing us’: authorities use force against protesters in Kurdish regions of Iran
by Deepa Parent and William Christou on January 7, 2026 at 8:17 pmPeople face teargas, pellet guns and violence as protests continue and opposition parties call for general strikeDemonstrations over economic conditions broke out in Kurdish regions of Iran on Wednesday despite authorities using violence to try to […]
- Yemen separatist leader to make last stand after rejecting Saudi ultimatum, supporters say
by Patrick Wintour Diplomatic editor on January 7, 2026 at 12:47 pmSaudi airstrikes hit Aidarous al-Zubaidi’s military camps after he defies a demand to travel to Riyadh for talksThe leader of Yemen’s routed southern separatist movement, Aidarous al-Zubaidi, has decided to make a defiant last stand in Aden, his […]
- Iranian security forces clash with protesters at Tehran’s grand bazaar
by William Christou on January 6, 2026 at 5:04 pmNationwide protests continue to grow as rights groups accuse authorities of cracking down on demonstratorsIranian security forces have clashed with protesters staging a sit-in at Tehran’s grand bazaar, firing teargas and expelling demonstrators as […]
- 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 […]
- Guinea’s junta chief elected president after opposition boycott
by Agence France-Presse in Conakry on December 31, 2025 at 7:54 amMamady Doumbouya reneged on promise not to stand and hand west African country back to civilian ruleThe head of Guinea’s junta, Mamady Doumbouya, who had pledged not to run for office after seizing power four years ago, has been elected president […]
- 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 […]
- Canada fears conflict in the Arctic after Trump threats to Greenland
on January 8, 2026 at 6:37 pmUS policy of regional domination is being greeted with alarm by its northern neighbour
- US Senate votes to block Trump from more military action in Venezuela
on January 8, 2026 at 6:27 pmFive Republicans join Democrats in advancing legislation that halts further strikes without Congress’s approval
- Soho House take-private at risk after backer pulls $200mn funding
on January 8, 2026 at 6:10 pmShares in the New York-listed members’ club sank more than 20% following announcement by MCR Hotels
- Greenland-linked stocks jump amid Trump takeover threats
on January 8, 2026 at 5:39 pmShares in Danish territory’s biggest bank have risen 33% this week
- Terry Smith tells investors not to expect returns every year
on January 8, 2026 at 5:23 pmStockpicker’s flagship fund failed to beat cash returns in 2025
- Retreat on pub taxes adds to pile of Labour U-turns
on January 8, 2026 at 5:15 pmClimbdown an embarrassment for chancellor whose poll ratings are already at record lows
- Trump orders mass US pullout from international organisations
on January 8, 2026 at 5:07 pmBodies targeted include key UN climate treaty and those promoting development, democracy and human rights
- Trump’s Latin America policy is Rubio’s revenge
on January 8, 2026 at 5:05 pmWashington aims to reshape the region by using corporate power to dominate the continent and its resources
- The toughest man in Venezuela vows to ‘battle’ the US
on January 8, 2026 at 4:58 pmAnti-imperialist ideologue Diosdado Cabello poses the greatest threat to interim president Delcy Rodríguez, experts say
- Venezuela actively co-operating with US on plans to export oil
on January 8, 2026 at 3:31 pmInterim leader Delcy Rodríguez is in close contact with US secretary of state Marco Rubio
- ‘Wildcatters’ race for Venezuelan oil deals ahead of wary western majors
on January 8, 2026 at 3:14 pmEntrepreneurs seek to steal march on bigger rivals that are still weighing risks of re-entering country
- Reeves set to announce U-turn on pubs business rates
on January 8, 2026 at 3:10 pmChancellor’s change of measures from her November Budget will allow later hours and more pavement drinking