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RFK Jr. Makes Weird Brag About Trump’s Testosterone Level

Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. made an unusual comment about President Donald Trump's testosterone levels and eating habits, claiming that Trump's constitution is like that of a deity despite his unhealthy diet.

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28d

Boeing outsold Airbus last year for first time since 2018, deliveries rise to 600

Boeing outsold Airbus in 2025 for the first time since 2018, with net orders rising to 1,173 planes and deliveries totaling 600 aircraft, the highest in seven years.

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28d

YouGov survey: Most Britons think London is an unsafe place to live – Londoners disagree

A recent YouGov survey reveals a stark divide in perceptions of London's safety. While 61% of Britons consider London unsafe, 63% of Londoners themselves view it as safe. In 2014, 53% of Britons saw London as safe, contrasting with the current sentiment.

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28d

EU eyes creation of Putin negotiator role

European governments are pushing for the EU to appoint a negotiator for Ukraine, fearing the U.S. may make a deal with Russia without them. France and Italy are leading the call for this role, aiming to ensure Europe's interests are represented in any peace talks. The proposed negotiator would focus on maintaining red lines such as Ukraine's potential NATO membership. However, disagreements exist over the details of the role, including who would represent the EU and how it would interact with ongoing U.S.-Russia talks.

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28d

Government drops plans for mandatory digital ID to work in UK

The UK government has dropped plans for mandatory digital ID for workers to prove their right to work in the UK. Instead, digital right to work checks will be mandatory by 2029, but registering with the new digital ID program will be optional. This marks a shift from the government's previous stance, which argued that mandatory digital ID would make it easier to clamp down on illegal immigrants. The change of policy is the latest in a series of U-turns the government has made since it came to power.

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28d

Government sends safety handbook to every household in Poland

The Polish government has begun distributing physical copies of a comprehensive safety handbook to all 17 million households in the country, a move prompted by escalating regional threats including Russia's war in Ukraine, cyberattacks, and hybrid warfare. Published by the defens

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29d

Two Months After Cease-Fire, Israel Is Still Demolishing Gaza

According to a January 2026 New York Times investigation, Israel has demolished more than 2,500 buildings in the Gaza Strip since a ceasefire went into effect in October 2025. Utilizing satellite data and military footage, the report reveals that while the majority of these demol

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29d

Cloudflare CEO threatens to pull out of Italy

Cloudflare CEO threatens to withdraw services from Italy after a hefty fine for violating anti-piracy regulations. The fine stems from Italy's 'Piracy Shield' law, which mandates ISPs to block access to certain IP addresses and domains suspected of facilitating piracy. The CEO criticized the Italian regulator for lacking transparency and due process, and announced potential actions including discontinuing free cybersecurity services for the Winter Olympics and removing servers from Italy.

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29d

Former Tory Chancellor Nadhim Zahawi defects to Reform UK

Former Conservative Chancellor Nadhim Zahawi has defected to Reform UK, citing the UK's 'dark and dangerous' moment and the need for a 'glorious revolution'. Zahawi, who served as chancellor for two months under Boris Johnson and as a minister from 2018 to 2023, is the most senior former Tory to join Nigel Farage's party. He criticized the current state of the UK, including crime, lack of growth, and illegal migration, and expressed his belief that Reform UK is the party that can deliver for the nation.

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Jan 12th

China says US shouldn't use other countries as 'pretext' to pursue its interests in Greenland

China has cautioned the United States against using other countries as a pretext to pursue its interests in Greenland, emphasizing that its activities in the Arctic comply with international law. This statement comes amid growing tensions between Washington, Denmark, and Greenland as the U.S. considers various options, including military force, to acquire the vast Arctic island. Greenland's leaders have reiterated that the island's future must be decided by its people, expressing their wish for an end to the U.S.'s perceived contempt for their country.

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Jan 12th

Opinion: Europe should embrace the idea of going it alone

In his Financial Times opinion piece, Martin Sandbu argues that Europe should move toward geopolitical independence rather than continuing to seek alignment with or concessions from the United States under Donald Trump. Sandbu contends that as the cost of ingratiating the Europea

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Jan 12th

British communications services watchdog Ofcom launches investigation into X over sexualised imagery on Grok AI

Internet watchdog Ofcom has launched a formal investigation into X’s AI tool Grok, over claims it is being used to create sexualised imagery of women and children. The investigation focuses on whether X has complied with UK laws after reports that Grok created and shared sexualised images of children.

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Jan 12th

Russia’s Invasion of Ukraine Has Now Lasted Longer Than Nazi Germany’s War Against the Soviet Union

Russia's invasion of Ukraine has reached the same duration as Nazi Germany's war against the Soviet Union, with no significant progress after 1,418 days. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy highlighted this grim milestone, noting that Russia has failed to achieve decisive gains. The war continues to inflict heavy casualties and destruction, with ongoing battles in the Zaporizhzhia region and repeated attempts to seize the Donbas.

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Jan 12th

The UK: We visited Nigel Farage's constituency and voters had the same complaint

This news article from The Mirror explores the dissatisfaction among residents of Nigel Farage's Clacton constituency, who criticize him for being absent and prioritizing personal gain over their interests. The article highlights that Farage has been traveling extensively and earning significant cash since the election, leading to accusations of being a 'rude, ignorant man' and not representing the constituents' interests.

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Jan 12th

A $400,000 payout after Maduro's capture is putting prediction markets in the spotlight

This article explores the recent surge in prediction markets, particularly focusing on the $400,000 payout after betting on the capture of former Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro. It delves into how these markets work, the major players involved, and the regulatory landscape, highlighting the potential for insider trading and the lack of oversight.

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Jan 12th

Hamas says it will dissolve its Gaza government when new Palestinian body takes over

Hamas announced it will dissolve its government in Gaza when a Palestinian technocratic leadership committee takes over, as part of a U.S.-brokered peace plan. However, the transition timeline and committee members remain unclear. The 'Board of Peace,' led by Trump, is meant to oversee the ceasefire, disarmament of Hamas, and deployment of an international security force, but its members have not been announced. Meanwhile, violence continues in Gaza, with Israeli forces killing three Palestinians. Israel and Hamas accuse each other of ceasefire violations. Additionally, Israeli police are questioning a top official from Netanyahu’s office over possible obstruction of an investigation into a leak of classified military information.

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Jan 12th

Trump 'inclined' to keep ExxonMobil out of Venezuela after CEO response at White House meeting

President Donald Trump expressed his inclination to keep ExxonMobil out of Venezuela following the company's CEO, Darren Woods, expressing skepticism about oil investment in the country post the ousting of former President Nicolás Maduro. Trump criticized ExxonMobil's response, stating they were 'playing too cute'. The Trump administration aims to engage U.S. oil companies in rebuilding Venezuela's infrastructure, framing the effort in economic terms.

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Jan 12th

Iranian student killed during protests was shot in head ‘from close range’

Rubina Aminian, a 23-year-old student from Iran, was shot in the head from close range during anti-government protests, according to the Norway-based Iran Human Rights group. Aminian, who studied textile and fashion design at Shariati College in Tehran, was among the few identified victims of the recent demonstrations. Eyewitnesses reported that she was killed after joining a protest, and her family had to bury her body along the road after being denied a proper burial.

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Jan 12th

UK can legally stop shadow fleet tankers, ministers believe

The UK government has identified a legal basis under the Sanctions and Money Laundering Act 2018 to use military force against vessels in shadow fleets, which are ships operated by Russia, Iran, and Venezuela without a valid national flag to avoid sanctions on oil. The UK and its allies have already forced around 200 such ships off the seas, and the UK has imposed sanctions on over 500 alleged shadow vessels. The government plans to ramp up action against these ships, with the first UK military action potentially occurring soon.

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Jan 12th

Project Nightfall: Britain races to develop deep-strike ballistic missiles for Ukraine

The UK government has launched a competition called Nightfall to develop deep-strike ballistic missiles for Ukraine, aiming to deliver prototypes within 12 months. These missiles, capable of carrying a 200kg warhead over 500km, are designed to strike key military targets before Russian forces can respond. Meanwhile, Kyiv is under renewed Russian attack, with over 1,000 apartment buildings without heating due to a recent bombardment on energy infrastructure. Pope Leo has offered prayers for Ukraine, emphasizing the need for peace and an end to violence.

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Jan 11th

Germany rejects RFK Jr.'s claims about Covid vaccine exemption prosecutions

Germany has refuted claims by Robert F. Kennedy Jr. that German doctors faced legal action for issuing COVID-19 vaccine and mask exemptions. Health Minister Nina Warken stated that Kennedy's assertions are unfounded and factually incorrect. Warken clarified that there was no obligation for medical professionals to administer COVID-19 vaccinations and that criminal prosecution was only pursued in cases of fraud and document forgery. Former Health Minister Karl Lauterbach advised Kennedy to address health issues in his own country.

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Jan 11th

Polish president calls for "Poland without illegal immigrants" at football fan pilgrimage to Catholic shrine

Poland's President Karol Nawrocki attended the annual football fan pilgrimage to Jasna Góra monastery, calling for a 'Poland without illegal immigrants'. He thanked football fans for their support during the election and emphasized the importance of Christian values. However, his attendance and association with a hooligan gang leader have drawn criticism from left-wing politicians and the media, who argue that the pilgrimage has nationalist and violent associations.

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Jan 11th

Death toll in crackdown on protests in Iran spikes to at least 538, activists say

A crackdown on nationwide protests in Iran has killed at least 538 people, according to activists. The U.S.-based Human Rights Activists News Agency reports that 490 of those killed were protesters and 48 were members of security forces. The Iranian government has not provided overall casualty figures for the demonstrations.

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Jan 11th

Under the Hood: Universal Commerce Protocol (UCP)

The Universal Commerce Protocol (UCP) is an open-source standard developed by Google in collaboration with industry leaders to enable seamless commerce journeys across consumer surfaces, businesses, and payment providers. UCP aims to simplify integration, support real-time inventory checks, dynamic pricing, and instant transactions, and is compatible with existing retail infrastructure. It supports multiple transports and payment options, and is designed to power agentic commerce on any surface or platform.

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Jan 11th

Photos: An Ice-Covered Russian Ghost Town

This article presents photographs of the ice-covered abandoned buildings in Vorkuta, a coal-mining city in Russia’s Komi Republic, showcasing the effects of extreme cold and economic decline.

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Jan 11th

EU wants ‘Farage clause’ in Brexit ‘reset’ talks with UK

The EU is demanding a 'Farage clause' in Brexit reset talks, requiring compensation if the UK reneges on the deal. This clause would cover the costs of reinstating border and infrastructure controls, potentially amounting to billions of pounds. UK sources argue that such clauses are routine in international deals and work both ways. Negotiations on the SPS deal are set to commence this month, but may take months to complete.

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Jan 11th

Netanyahu: Once regime in Tehran falls, Israel and Iran will become partners again

In a statement at the start of a weekly cabinet meeting, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu expressed solidarity with the Iranian people amid spreading anti-regime protests, asserting that Israel and Iran would become "faithful partners" once the current leadership in Tehran falls

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Jan 11th

Iran shuts down Starlink for the first time

In a significant escalation of its domestic surveillance and control efforts, the Iranian government has reportedly deployed a sophisticated "kill switch" to shut down Starlink internet services within the country for the first time. The Forbes report by Zak Doffman highlights th

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Jan 11th

India proposes forcing smartphone makers to give source code in security overhaul

In a move to combat rising online fraud and data breaches, the Indian government has proposed a comprehensive security overhaul that would require smartphone manufacturers like Apple and Samsung to share their proprietary source code for vulnerability testing. The draft regulatio

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Jan 11th

Britain won’t let US use its bases to attack Greenland, says Secretary of State for Defence

Britain's Defence Secretary, John Healey, has categorically stated that the UK will not allow its military bases to be used for any US military action against Greenland. Healey emphasized that any UK support for military action must be based on a fully legal basis and correct purpose, given that both Greenland and Denmark are part of NATO, along with the UK and the US.