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Witkoff and Kushner to Travel to Pakistan for Talks on Iran
Witkoff and Kushner will travel to Pakistan for talks on Iran.
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Mali hit by wave of coordinated attacks from armed groups
Mali's capital Bamako was hit by gunfire and explosions in coordinated attacks. Gunfire and explosions have rocked Mali's capital Bamako and other key cities in one of the most significant coordinated attacks in years, as armed groups, including jihadist insurgents and separatist rebels exploit worsening insecurity in the Sahel region.
African governments need to take urgent action on fertiliser shortages
African governments are facing pressure to address fertiliser shortages. Tensions in the Strait of Hormuz have slowed shipments, putting harvests at risk and prompting urgent action from regional leaders. Tensions in the Strait of Hormuz have slowed fertiliser shipments which could put harvests at risk.
Oil Tanker Hijacked Off Somalia Coast, Taken Into Its Territorial Waters
A tanker was hijacked off Somalia's coast and taken into its waters northeast of Mareeyo. The tanker was seized northeast of the Somali city of Mareeyo on Tuesday.
Efforts to achieve peace, stability in region to continue: Pakistan's Deputy PM
Pakistan's Deputy PM vowed to continue efforts for regional peace and stability. There is no official word on whether direct talks between Washington and Tehran will take place during the visit.
AI To Run 50% Of UAE Government Services By 2028 In Global First
The UAE plans to run 50% of its government services using AI by 2028, a global first. The rollout will be phased and performance-assessed.
Iran Foreign Minister Araghchi meets Pakistan Army chief Munir
Iran's Foreign Minister met Pakistan's Army chief and resumed commercial flights from Tehran's airport. Iran resumes commercial flights from Tehran’s international airport for the first time since the conflict with the U. S.
US Israel Iran War Ceasefire News Live Updates: 'No meeting is planned' - Iran rules out direct
Iran has ruled out direct talks with the US in Islamabad, asserting engagement only through Pakistan. No meeting is planned between the two nations. US Israel Iran War Ceasefire News Live Updates: 'No meeting is planned' - Iran rules out direct talks with US in Islamabad; asserts engagement only through Pakistan The Times of India.
Witkoff, Kushner set to head to Pakistan for Iran peace talks today
Jason Witkoff and Jared Kushner are set to head to Pakistan for Iran peace talks. The talks are scheduled to take place today, with the US aiming to facilitate discussions on Iran's influence in the region.
‘Scale and coordination of Mali attacks appear unprecedented’
Clashes are reported between Mali's army and rebel groups across cities. The scale and coordination of attacks in Mali appear to be new in nature. The situation is unfolding with multiple confrontations.
Iran's Foreign Minister Araghchi meets Pakistan Army chief Munir
Iran's Foreign Minister Araghchi met with Pakistan's Army chief Munir, but there is no clarity on whether direct talks between Washington and Tehran will take place during the visit.
Armed groups stage simultaneous attacks across Mali
Armed groups attacked Mali's capital and main airport. Several locations across the country were also targeted. Armed groups have attacked Mali’s capital, its main airport, and several locations across the country.
Japan’s New Care Workers: Bodybuilders, Wrestlers and M.M.A. Fighters
Japan recruits bodybuilders and athletes to address nursing home staff shortages. Young athletes are being recruited to plug a staff shortage in Japan’s nursing homes. The results are reshaping elder care.
Fed Up With High Prices, Americans Are Importing Homes Directly From China
The US is importing homes directly from China due to high domestic prices. Chinese sellers are capitalising on American demand, offering prefabricated houses that can be assembled on-site. Importing is attractive, and Chinese sellers know US people want it.
FBI Chief Kash Patel Was Arrested For Public Drinking, Urination: Report
FBI Chief Kash Patel was arrested for public intoxication in college. Patel wrote that he was arrested for public intoxication for underage drinking in college.
York City promoted to League Two after dramatic draw with title rivals Rochdale
York City was promoted to League Two after a draw with Rochdale.
Wasteful Villa’s away day blues continue with defeat at Fulham
Aston Villa suffered a defeat at Fulham, extending their away day blues. The team's struggles on the road continue, with Villa unable to secure a win in their latest match.
After years of avoidance, Trump to attend first White House press dinner
Former US President Trump will attend the White House press dinner for the first time. The event, which will not feature a comedian, has been called a chance for attendees to speak forcefully on current issues.
US Modifies Sanctions, Allows Venezuela To Pay For Nicolas Maduro's Lawyer
The US has modified sanctions to allow Venezuela to pay for Nicolas Maduro's lawyer. The change comes after Maduro and his wife were captured from their home in Caracas by US special forces on January 3.
Immigration Arrests In US Down By Nearly 12% After Minneapolis Killings
US immigration arrests decreased by nearly 12% after the Minneapolis killings. 46% of people arrested by ICE had no criminal charges. Nationally, 46% of the people ICE arrested in 5 weeks before February 4 had no criminal charges.
What counts as the woods? Judge axes Nova Scotia’s ban that defied ‘commonsense definitions’
A Canadian court overturned Nova Scotia's ban on entering woods, siding with a hiker who challenged the order.
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