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Iran supreme leader acknowledges thousands killed during recent protests

January 18, 2026 - 05:14
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei says some deaths were “inhuman” and “savage” but blames the US.
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What a seventh term for 81-year-old leader means for Uganda

January 18, 2026 - 04:55
Yoweri Museveni has won a record seventh term in elections after promising that the fledgling oil sector will boost the economy.
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Avalanches kill five off-piste skiers in Austrian Alps

January 18, 2026 - 03:37
A number of people have died in the Alps over the past week, as heavy snowfall has hit the region.
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Avalanches kill five off-piste skiers in Austrian Alps

January 18, 2026 - 03:37
A number of people have died in the Alps over the past week, as heavy snowfall has hit the region.
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Ugandan leader extends 40-year rule after winning contested poll

January 18, 2026 - 02:43
President Yoweri Museveni wins a seventh term, as his main rival Bobi Wine decries "fake results".
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US judge restricts ICE response to Minneapolis protesters

January 18, 2026 - 01:49
The legal order comes ahead of planned weekend protests and counter protests in the city amid ongoing immigration enforcement actions.
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Big names on Trump's peace panel face huge challenges in Gaza

January 17, 2026 - 23:31
Whatever the concerns and complexities, it remains the only plan in town, with many world leaders pledging to support it, writes John Sudworth.
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Big names on Trump's peace panel face huge challenges in Gaza

January 17, 2026 - 23:31
Whatever the concerns and complexities, it remains the only plan in town, with many world leaders pledging to support it, writes John Sudworth.
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Big names on Trump's peace panel face huge challenges in Gaza

January 17, 2026 - 23:31
Whatever the concerns and complexities, it remains the only plan in town, with many world leaders pledging to support it, writes John Sudworth.
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Ugandan leader to extend 40-year rule after being declared winner of contested poll

January 17, 2026 - 22:33
President Yoweri Museveni wins a seventh term, as his main rival Bobi Wine decries "fake results".
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Iran supreme leader blames US for deadly protests

January 17, 2026 - 21:59
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei alleges the US instigated recent unrest in which thousands have been killed.
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Syrian army moves east of Aleppo after Kurdish forces withdraw

January 17, 2026 - 21:06
This comes after Syria's government announced its first formal recognition of Kurdish national rights since 1946.
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Syrian army moves east of Aleppo after Kurdish forces withdraw

January 17, 2026 - 21:06
This comes after Syria's government announced its first formal recognition of Kurdish national rights since 1946.
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Police deny claims Uganda opposition leader abducted by helicopter

January 17, 2026 - 18:01
Uganda's president is cruising to victory with most of the votes counted as his main rival Bobi Wine decries "fake results".
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Japanese mayor apologises after calling staff 'human scum'

January 17, 2026 - 17:08
Yokohama mayor Takeharu Yamanaka admits using the terms "idiot" and "human scum" to disparage staff.
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Japanese mayor apologises after calling staff 'human scum'

January 17, 2026 - 17:08
Yokohama mayor Takeharu Yamanaka admits using the terms "idiot" and "human scum" to disparage staff.
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Watch: Armed group robs Pokémon store in New York City

January 17, 2026 - 15:48
Multiple hooded and masked people ransacked Pokémon merchandise and smashed glass card displays at the Manhattan shop.
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Who is on Trump's 'Board of Peace' for Gaza?

January 17, 2026 - 15:32
The White House has released the names of those who will oversee the next phase of the US president's peace plan for Gaza.
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Google appeals landmark antitrust verdict over search monopoly

January 17, 2026 - 11:44
The tech giant is seeking a pause on court-ordered fixes aimed at limiting its monopoly power.
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A faceless hacker stole my therapy notes – now my deepest secrets are online forever

January 17, 2026 - 11:15
Meri-Tuuli Auer told her counsellor things about her life she didn't want her closest family to know.
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