On Jan. 3, 2026, the United States of America successfully completed Operation Absolute Resolve, captured Venezuela’s longtime dictator, Nicolas Maduro, and emphatically crippled the brutal socialist regime that has oppressed …
What we know about Spain’s worst rail disaster in over a decade
What caused the train to derail remains unclear but officials say an investigation has been launched. Read full story Author:
‘Europe is at a total loss’: Russia gloats over Greenland tensions
The BBC’s Russia editor Steve Rosenberg analyses why pro-Russian government papers are full of praise for Donald Trump’s desire to buy Greenland. Read full story Author:
Lawyers for Swiss bar owners condemn ‘vindictiveness’ after deadly fire
Lawyers for the Moretti couple say “lies” have been circulating about their clients, in their first public statement since the fire. Read full story Author:
Man seriously injured in Sydney’s third shark attack in two days
In three separate incidents, a 12-year-old was also injured and an 11-year-old received assistance after his surfboard was bitten. Read full story Author:
Ex-chief constable referred to police watchdog
The BBC understands Craig Guildford has been referred to the Independent Office for Police Conduct. Read full story Author:
I lost my identity after horrific crash, says Team GB cyclist
The ex-Team GB cyclist who switched to bobsleigh after a horrific accident announces her retirement. Read full story Author:
Djokovic registers 100th Australian Open win
Novak Djokovic delivers a serving masterclass in his 100th Australian Open victory – a straight-set first-round win over Spain’s Pedro Martinez. Read full story Author:
Zootropolis 2 becomes Hollywood’s biggest animated film ever
The film has overtaken the previous record holder, Inside Out 2, after making $1.7bn (£1.3bn) worldwide. Read full story Author:
How could Europe respond to Trump’s Greenland tariffs?
Europe is weighing up how to counter the US president’s move against some of America’s closest allies. Read full story Author:
Volunteers clear washed-up bags of chips from beach
Thousands of bags of chips have washed up on a beach at the foot of Beachy Head, near Eastbourne. Read full story Author:
Trump Idiotically Ties Greenland demands to Nobel Prize in message to Norway leader
Trump says he no longer feels obliged to think only of peace, after not being awarded the annual prize.
Trade war in no-one’s interest, says PM in face of Trump threats
Sir Keir Starmer said the situation was “very serious” and that right approach was through “calm discussion”. Read full story Author:
Chris Mason: Starmer sticks to his strategy – avoid provoking Trump
The prime minister is seeking to downplay how he intends to react to Trump’s threat of tariffs. Read full story Author:
How crypto criminals stole $700 million from people – often using age-old tricks
As crypto wealth continues to grow, criminals are mixing sophisticated hacks with deception, and in some cases, real life violence. Read full story Author:
Blue Monday? Five easy ways to find joy in January
It might be the most miserable time of the year but there are some simple things you can do to improve your mood. Read full story Author:
US believes its power matters more than international law, UN chief tells BBC
António Guterres says Washington’s “clear conviction” is that multilateral solutions are irrelevant. Read full story Author:
I’m allergic to cold – anything below 12C and I break out in hives
Amber breaks out in hives if the temperature goes below 12C (53F) and wishes for a “normal life”. Read full story Author:
China’s birth rate hits record low as population continues to shrink
Beijing has been trying hard to encourage more young people to marry and have children. Read full story Author:
Why the US is buying icebreakers from Finland
The Nordic nation leads the way when it comes to both the design and construction of the vessels. Read full story Author: