A massive new release of Jeffrey Epstein-related documents by the US Justice Department has revealed details of the convicted sex offender’s communications with influential political and business figures, including Steve Bannon, Elon Musk and Howard Lutnick
At least 12 Palestinians, including women and children, were killed in Israeli strikes on Gaza City and Khan Younis, hospital officials said. The deaths are among the highest since an Oct. 10 ceasefire, with Gaza’s Health Ministry reporting over 500 killed since it began. Israel’s military has not commented
The demonstrations are taking place amid widespread outrage over the killing Alex Pretti, an intensive care nurse who was shot multiple times after he used his cellphone to record Border Patrol officers conducting an immigration enforcement operation in Minneapolis
The sales also were announced as President Donald Trump pushes ahead with his ceasefire plan for Gaza that is intended to end the Israel-Hamas conflict and reconstruct and redevelop the Palestinian territory after two years of war left it devastated, with tens of thousands dead.
The sculptures are ‘Shiva Nataraja’ belonging to the Chola period, circa 990; ‘Somaskanda’ of the Chola period, 12th century; and ‘Saint Sundarar with Paravai’ of the Vijayanagar period, 16th century.
CRAFT transforms a common liquid resin called cyclooctene into complex solid objects by projecting varying patterns of light through a commercial 3D printer
Those who used cannabis beverages were more likely to say they substituted cannabis for alcohol (58.6 per cent). In addition, they reported consuming fewer alcoholic drinks after starting cannabis beverages and also reported binge drinking alcohol less frequently compared to before
In early January, Hyundai announced its plans to deploy a scalable platform capable of integrating up to 30,000 of its ‘Atlas’ humanoid robots per year by 2028 to automate repetitive factory work
The suit, filed in a Florida federal court on Thursday, also saw Eric Trump, Donald Trump Jr and the Trump organisation as plaintiffs
The South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC), citing ALS Paramedics, a local emergency service, said that 11 people, including one child, were declared dead at the scene after a truck collided with a minibus taxi, while eight others sustained critical injuries and were taken to the hospital for urgent medical treatment
US President Donald Trump cautioned Britain against deepening business ties with China, calling it “very dangerous,” as UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer visited Beijing for talks with President Xi Jinping. Trump also reiterated his criticism of Canada’s engagement with China, arguing that closer economic relations with Beijing pose risks for allies
Bruce Springsteen has released a new protest song titled Streets of Minneapolis, condemning federal immigration enforcement in Minneapolis and honoring the memory of Renee Good and Alex Pretti, who were killed by federal agents. The track criticizes the Trump administration and calls for solidarity with immigrant communities
US President Donald Trump cautioned Britain against deepening business ties with China, calling it “very dangerous,” as UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer visited Beijing for talks with President Xi Jinping. Trump also reiterated his criticism of Canada’s engagement with China, arguing that closer economic relations with Beijing pose risks for allies
30 January,2026 12:02 PM IST | Washington | AFPBruce Springsteen has released a new protest song titled Streets of Minneapolis, condemning federal immigration enforcement in Minneapolis and honoring the memory of Renee Good and Alex Pretti, who were killed by federal agents. The track criticizes the Trump administration and calls for solidarity with immigrant communities
30 January,2026 10:45 AM IST | Los Angeles | AgenciesChinese robotics company LimX Dynamics demonstrated a breakthrough in humanoid robotics by showcasing 18 Oli robots autonomously emerging from shipping containers, walking in formation, and performing a coordinated routine without human intervention, marking a major step toward scalable deployment
30 January,2026 10:43 AM IST | Beijing | AgenciesUS President Donald Trump signed an executive order threatening new tariffs on countries supplying oil to Cuba, intensifying economic pressure on Havana. The move comes as Mexico temporarily suspends oil shipments, raising concerns over Cuba’s energy security
30 January,2026 10:33 AM IST | Washington | ANIUS President Donald Trump on Thursday announced plans to decertify all Canada-made aircraft and warned of imposing a 50 per cent tariff on such planes until American-made Gulfstream jets receive certification in Canada, signalling a fresh escalation in trade tensions between the two countries
30 January,2026 10:28 AM IST | Washington DC | ANIADVERTISEMENT
Large swathes of the United States continue to reel under an intense cold wave, with freezing conditions expected to hold firm well into the coming week, according to weather reports. (Pics/AFP)
At the premises, which include a school, tuition room, and clinic, they heard the girl crying and screaming for help. Upon entering the room, the family reportedly witnessed Dogar sexually assaulting the child. He fled immediately after being discovered by the family
30 January,2026 09:57 AM IST | Karachi | Agencies
Signals possible military action as tensions surge
30 January,2026 09:45 AM IST | Washington | Agencies
Trump on Friday criticised state leaders and called for a deeper look into fraud that he says has occurred in social welfare programmes, while federal agents probe related cases in the Minneapolis area
30 January,2026 09:38 AM IST | Washington | Agencies
Gold prices surged to a fresh record near USD 5,600 on Thursday as investors flocked to safe-haven assets after former US President Donald Trump threatened military action against Iran over its nuclear programme. Rising geopolitical tensions also pushed oil prices higher, while a softer US dollar added momentum to precious metals
29 January,2026 05:25 PM IST | Hong Kong | AFP
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"A massive Armada is heading to Iran... ready, willing, and able to fulfill its mission with speed and violence." President Trump has issued his most direct warning yet to the Iranian regime. Backed by Secretary of War Pete Hegseth, the administration has moved the USS Abraham Lincoln and a massive fleet into position, effectively bottlenecking Iran’s maritime options. Following the 2025 success of "Operation Midnight Hammer," Hegseth warns that the U.S. is prepared to deliver "whatever the President expects" to ensure a zero-nuclear Iran. Is this the final warning before a full-scale strike?
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